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Blackpool Pleasure Beach | Icon | Mack Multi-Launch

Matt N said:
And that, my friends, proves that speed does not necessarily make a better coaster.
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Pretty much the point I was making by bringing up Velocity. Speed doesn't define a good or bad ride. There are countless faster rides (which people have now pointed out) that aren't great but still faster than Icon. I genuinely believe that if people didn't know the speed beforehand, they'd probably guess it incorrectly anyway. As Ian's post signifies, perception is key. I could have sworn I was going about 90mph on some of my Taron night rides, but I know I wasn't. As long as it flows well, it makes no difference really.

Same for height. Speed and height are the same in that they don't dictate ride quality. I really want Icon to prove that much at least.
 
Found this on Facebook:-
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Not sure when this was taken, but it's taken by a drone and it's by INAWE MEDIA.

Oh, and Skyforce is still there.
 
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Nice find. Really curious to see that initial hill after the first launch put in place. Oh and that disgustingly tight helix up by Steeplechase and Dipper's turnaround. Ugh.
 
Never realized how tight and low to the ground some of these elements were. Definitely seems like it'll make up for the low speed.
 
Meh.

Honestly not that hyped for it looking at that image truth be told. I hope they do a fair bit of landscaping because my worry is it's going to feel a bit sluggish. Not in the speed sense, moreso that it's just going to me-ander around and be less of a joined-up-experience and more of a here's a helix here's a corner here's a helix here's a corner here's a hill here's a corner mish-mash of elements. Aesthetically, god it'll look good though from above. Just wish it wasn't such a drab colour.
 
They will do next to **** all landscaping. It's the Ples. They don't give a toss about that usually, so a big surprise if they suddenly go all pretty now.

The budget for Icon will look like this.

1. Roller-coaster track - 15.9 million pounds
2. Station - 90 thousand pounds
3. Promotional flyers to be handed out on South Promenade - 9990 pounds.
4. Wages for someone to hand out flyers - 10 pounds.

And that's it.

The ride will have to stand and fall on its inherent qualities. If being a Mack multi-launcher with some random acronyms I don't understand is as good as you nerds say it is, it might just be ace. Otherwise, we've got what looks a bit like a slightly bigger Tokyado Express.

I'd be happy if they just brought back the Lion bins that roared when you chucked a Marathon wrapper in them, never mind the Mouse. If Icon is a letdown, there could be a very long wait for anything else and it's going to make me feel pretty sad.
 
Taken from Blackpool Gazette:

Managing Director Amanda Thompson hinted at an Asian influence for the attraction last month when she hinted she wanted a garden of tranquility included in the final plans.
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Obviously whether that happens or not remains to be seen, but she's obviously brought it up in the media so let's hope it gets a bit of aesthetic love.
 
I like the 'garden of tranquility" idea. I hope they do it. Some acers, pretty stones and nice places to sit and watch the coasters. Maybe I'm getting too carried away (and optimistic) here.
 
sandgrown said:
They will do next to :emoji_zipper_mouth: all landscaping. It's the Ples. They don't give a toss about that usually, so a big surprise if they suddenly go all pretty now.

The budget for Icon will look like this.

1. Roller-coaster track - 15.9 million pounds
2. Station - 90 thousand pounds
3. Promotional flyers to be handed out on South Promenade - 9990 pounds.
4. Wages for someone to hand out flyers - 10 pounds.

And that's it.

The ride will have to stand and fall on its inherent qualities. If being a Mack multi-launcher with some random acronyms I don't understand is as good as you nerds say it is, it might just be ace. Otherwise, we've got what looks a bit like a slightly bigger Tokyado Express.

I'd be happy if they just brought back the Lion bins that roared when you chucked a Marathon wrapper in them, never mind the Mouse. If Icon is a letdown, there could be a very long wait for anything else and it's going to make me feel pretty sad.
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It'll be good. Of anything they could have built, this is probably the best (read most sensible) choice. Mack are a great manufacturer and this is new, smooth, tech. The only concern with the 'non-nerds' is that it might not have a grab-your-balls exciting enough gimmick. I always compare coasters to wine and Mack are often more of a connoisseur's drink than a big night out Lambrini.

Amazed you're still here. You should come along to opening day and see if you can spot the nerds. Shouldn't be hard.
 
SilverArrow said:
I like the 'garden of tranquility" idea. I hope they do it. Some acers, pretty stones and nice places to sit and watch the coasters. Maybe I'm getting too carried away (and optimistic) here.
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Well, what we do know is Mandy loves her water features! Surely this is better chance than ever to go to town on her B&Q fantasy. ;)
 
Herseypark, why does Great Bear have that weird support?
"Why it's to avoid placing supports in the protected creek!"

Six Flags Great Adventure, why does nitro have those weird supports?
"Why it's to avoid placing supports in a protected area!"

Blackpool, why does ICON have that weird support?
"Why it's to avoid an SLC!"
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I'm loving the supporting on this, it's positively artistic
 
Sandman said:
Taken from Blackpool Gazette:

"Managing Director Amanda Thompson hinted at an Asian influence for the attraction last month when she hinted she wanted a garden of tranquility included in the final plans."

Obviously whether that happens or not remains to be seen, but she's obviously brought it up in the media so let's hope it gets a bit of aesthetic love.
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It'll be right next to the Garden of Discarded Chip Wrappers
 
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