I don't think there's a single person on earth who wouldn't want a giga at Knott's. Even though we have had nothing but a few rumor lines on Screamscape since 2011 about a 340 ft. giga... MAN! Do I want one! :lol:
Knott's largest problem is its cramped footprint. Knott's three last roller coasters (Pony Express, Sierra Sidewinder, and Silver Bullet) have all been crammed in between and on top of previous attractions. Even Windseeker is finagled near Montezooma's Revenge. Parking space doesn't offer expansion room as it is separated from the park by an eight lane highway.
IF Knott's could work out a way with the state/city of Anaheim to build over the highway, that would give room for a large-footprint roller coaster. They have already built Ghostrider over road, but it is only a minor 2-lane street.
At any rate, as fun as that speculation is, it is off topic!
My guttural response is to reject the entire new addition of flats and Coast Rider, especially considering we already have Camp Snoopy with a similar genre Mack spinning coaster (And let's not forget Fiesta Village!). Of course, I hate all flat rides, and see them only as space waste that could otherwise be used by a roller coaster.
However, it is important to recognize the importance that flat rides offer in ride variety. And dare I say it - I actually quite enjoy the new look of the Boardwalk expansion, especially maintaining the left over Perilous Plunge pool to offer a good water element for the area. To say Knott's is cramped is an understatement. And who knows; maybe this more open-air approach might turn out alright. (I am also uber jealous of the flyer flat ride... Cedar Point and Kings Island, pay attention)
So hey, I'd rather Knott's build an alright expansion than a crappy attraction coughPerilousPlungecough. And as always, maintain hope for that next, BIG roller coaster.
