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San Diego Seaworld was beautiful 🤩 so many amazing rides and animals!
@JWT39726 күн бұрын
I was there with my family. We went on big daddy falls and my grandma was screaming lol
@trtvwd4 күн бұрын
lol that’s great. Pretty cool granny jumps on the slides with you! 🤘
@OneAdam12Adam9 күн бұрын
This is so great that you are able to enjoy going to together. Wholesome.
@trtvwd8 күн бұрын
Appreciate that! We had an awesome day together!
@thenerdyenthusiast24 күн бұрын
Do you get to go into the control rooms and see the panel, sensors, and how the coaster operates? The website says that you do.
@trtvwd24 күн бұрын
We did for Verbolten but I don’t recall doing that for any other attraction. They also might’ve added that since I experienced it.
@tkaz492727 күн бұрын
21:23🤣
@ImAnIdiot500028 күн бұрын
I remember seeing people in an off limits area with a group when I was little, I was so confused
@spencer_fife_and_drum_john915229 күн бұрын
Yeah my 2 favorites are definitely colossal and cutback but so many awesome rides great park!
@trtvwd27 күн бұрын
We were extremely impressed! Will have to come back at some point
@car_tar3882Ай бұрын
I did this last year on a beautiful rainy Sunday. Because of the rain everyone else on the tour canceled so it was just the four of us and it was epic. It’s amazing how small the park feels using the crew pathways.
@trtvwdАй бұрын
That sounds incredible! It’s so cool to see so many of those backstage areas after all this time
@alimatt9685Ай бұрын
Wtf and you got the canes shirt lets go. I grew up in Raleigh and played for jr. canes gotta love it. Loving the vid so far
@trtvwdАй бұрын
lol that’s awesome man. I played 2 years for the jr canes my junior and senior year of hs. Good times 👍 and thanks for watching!
@alimatt9685Ай бұрын
@@trtvwd no shit what a small world. What class were you? I'm class of 2015 at Millbrook. I was on A aka not very good lol but it was fun.
@trtvwdАй бұрын
@@alimatt9685 I graduated from ravenscroft in 2010. Played some of the first years the junior canes took over the youth league in Raleigh, definitely some of my favorite memories playing. You still skate?
@alimatt968510 күн бұрын
@@trtvwd Wow what a small world. Haven't skated in years but love going to the canes games. Been loving your vids man keep it up!
@oliviawulf6384Ай бұрын
Beautiful park 🤩 the wolves were so cool!!
@christiwright3604Ай бұрын
Leaving on Thursday to go to BGW ! Yay 😂
@trtvwdАй бұрын
Have an awesome time! BG is the best 🙌
@christiwright3604Ай бұрын
@@trtvwd thanks I’ve been there before when BBW was still a coaster. My Birthday is Friday!
@trtvwdАй бұрын
@@christiwright3604 wish the wolf was still around! Happy Birthday! 🎉
@christiwright3604Ай бұрын
@@trtvwd I wish BBW was still around as well! Thanks for the Birthday wishes! Have a good one!
@manu.-uo9hcАй бұрын
i was always scared of rollercoasters but see you have fun on rollercoasters makes me not scared anymore
@trtvwdАй бұрын
Glad I could help! Once you get on one or two of them the rest really don’t feel that different 👍
@alimatt9685Ай бұрын
So cool to see you guys here this is my home park! Love the vids keep it up
@trtvwdАй бұрын
One of our all time favorites! Thanks for watching glad you enjoyed!
@brianmatosky6510Ай бұрын
Thats me on alpengiest😀
@londonstorm69Ай бұрын
That's a beautiful park. Thanks for your vid.
@trtvwdАй бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting!
@peterstock9974Ай бұрын
Falling star is from chance rides
@henryrivera9816Ай бұрын
The Park looks rough. Outdated. Falling apart.
@trtvwdАй бұрын
I didn't think it was that bad! Could definitely use some love but it's got character.
@kennyerrant3570Ай бұрын
Your video is a bit .. Janky!!!!
@nthn515Ай бұрын
how are you going in april? i thought they dont open till the end of may.
@trtvwdАй бұрын
They were open for daily operations the week of spring break in NC. They are also open weekends starting in late March. You are correct though, daily (summer) operations didn’t start until Memorial Day
@jasonmyers8278Ай бұрын
Fury 325 is best right as the sun is setting & the lift hill & tunnel are lit up.
@trtvwdАй бұрын
Amen 🙏 such an incredible ride! Can’t beat it at dusk
@chrisogrady28Ай бұрын
POV: You haven't heard of Stealth. Aha
@trtvwdАй бұрын
lol I’ve definitely heard of it, and have ridden hypersonic xlc which had the exact same acceleration… I’m sure it’s very similar though just without the unique inversions that Maxx Force has. On the list of must-rides in the near future
@chrisogrady28Ай бұрын
@@trtvwd It's not that amazing, I'm sure Maxx is a better ride overall. Stealth is just Accelerator with an airtime hill instead of the banked turns, the launch does feel like a semi has just rear ended you though
@trtvwdАй бұрын
@@chrisogrady28 yea that level of acceleration is just next-level. Not many coasters out there that replicate that feeling
@lunitunzАй бұрын
Definitely not what it used to be. Recently went and half the rides were down. Power shut off at 6pm. Everyone left the park. Medusa only had one cart going. App said 5 minute wait was actually 2 hours.
@trtvwdАй бұрын
Sad to hear because the park itself is beautiful. Also seems like it’s in a good location but they have to figure out their operations issues.
@isaacslАй бұрын
Nice video and awesome day you had at SFGA!! About flash pass entrance, sometimes you can go directly to the station like I see in your video on Raging Bull but sometimes even with the flash pass you need to wait big time like it seem in X-Flight. Do you remember how is in Goliath and Superman? I can’t see on the video. Thank you!
@trtvwdАй бұрын
Goliath was easy, it brought you straight into the station from its own entrance. Tbh I can’t recall on Superman but I don’t remember a super early merge or anything. You’re right though, it’s kind of a toss up with what you get. All in all it was definitely worthwhile for my visit. Hope this helps! Great America is one of my favorite parks in the Six Flags chain!
@Beautifullycalm22 ай бұрын
This used to be Marine world africa usa and used to be just a zoo with educational animal shows, they also actually used the river for a stunt show with boats and people doing tricks. Then Six flag took over in the late 90ds.
@trtvwdАй бұрын
Makes sense, appreciate the background there. Still a beautiful park!
@adventuresinsplashmountain62 ай бұрын
18:27 Road Runner Express. Woodstock Express is at CGA
@JaneDoe-ip5yl2 ай бұрын
This brings back the memory of trying to find this place. I'm pretty sure I was mins away by directions being given. but gave up and never went. bucket list! -before GPS
@trtvwdАй бұрын
😂😂 you gotta make it back!!
@meeks8322 ай бұрын
It looks amazing and can’t to be there soon
@joellaplant58372 ай бұрын
What hotel was that??
@trtvwd2 ай бұрын
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
@oliviawulf63842 ай бұрын
Amazing video editing 👏🏻 sweet park!!
@trtvwd2 ай бұрын
Have you ridden this incredible dive coaster? Let us know your thoughts!
@galacticpulse76292 ай бұрын
Did you tip the shuttle driver each time you used them?
@trtvwd2 ай бұрын
No I do not believe so. We used it quite frequently and that would’ve gotten expensive quick
@prentisroberson23052 ай бұрын
Carowinds keeps the over river rapids ride abandoned for nothin', I guess it's due to maintenance issues. They should hire RES to renovate it.
@trtvwd2 ай бұрын
Would be up for that!
@zachyboi34893 ай бұрын
I was thinking of booking the tour over this coming summer. Considering you went pretty recently, I have a couple questions. 1. The website says that you get some priority ride time. How much really was this? 2. How long is it?
@trtvwd3 ай бұрын
If I recall correctly, we got 2 rides each on Verbolten, Alpie, and Griffon. Nessie was typically included as well but unfortunately it was down when we got to it. I believe they have adjusted the tour recently though and they have incorporated Darkoaster, possibly at the expense of one of the other attractions. All in all I thought it was well worth it for the price. Hope that helps!
@zachyboi34893 ай бұрын
@@trtvwd Thanks so much! It for sure did!
@car_tar3882Ай бұрын
@@trtvwddarkoaster is on a separate indoor roller coaster tour. Weirdly verboten is on both tours. You do recall correctly the extra ride time.
@trtvwdАй бұрын
@@car_tar3882 good to know!
@oliviawulf63843 ай бұрын
Such a fun day and amazing park 🤩
@notyournormalg13 ай бұрын
I ALWAYS want a water ride. So sad they don’t have one.
@trtvwd3 ай бұрын
Agree! Wish they would add a new modern flume or something similar.
@mdf35303 ай бұрын
About Steel Hawg, I'm surprised that more of the El Loco models haven't been sold. They are all good option for smaller parks or even parks like Dorney Park or Great Escape looking to add a smaller thrill coaster.
@trtvwd3 ай бұрын
This one seems to be the best of the bunch
@mdf35303 ай бұрын
I've always wanted to go to Indiana Beach. I live in the Chicago area and they used to advertise on Chicago TV stations trying to get the Northwest Indiana crowd. For them it may be closer than Great America.
@trtvwd3 ай бұрын
It was a fun little park! Definitely worth a visit
@tigerrocks503chase82 ай бұрын
Speaking of Chicago, Kiddielands old Polyp is now at Indiana Beach! 😊
@aadubs67393 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing, we'll be staying there soon!
@user-kw3vv6gy3y3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the review. Could you please share more information about the flash pass? If I buy the unlimited instead of the gold pass, is there a different queue? I always see two lines, one for the flash pass and one for the regular pass, so why is it worth buying the unlimited? Also, are there people working there who verify that people have the flash pass?
@trtvwd3 ай бұрын
Yes, the grouper will scan your flash pass on every attraction. It is not always a separate line, sometimes the flash pass entrance goes up the exit of certain attractions. Just keep an eye out for the flash pass arrow signs. I believe the only difference in the price levels is the amount of time you have to “wait” for the ride virtually. Also perhaps access to Maxx Force but don’t quote me on that.
@princeerick114 ай бұрын
I'm So Happy You Had Fun❤
@trenchiano4 ай бұрын
give your friend another ride, all he saw in the second half was your arm in his face
@trtvwd3 ай бұрын
Tend to do that occasionally 😂
@heatherpbj6 ай бұрын
Lol I *saw* us in your video at 16:42... we are the four ladies waiting directly across from you to get on the The Mummy!
@trtvwd6 ай бұрын
Haha no way that’s awesome! Would love to meet y’all next time! Hope you ladies loved the event as much as we did🤘
@heatherpbj6 ай бұрын
I heard our group at 12:42 mins... yay! #WellDoneDragon #USorlandofans #myhappyplace
@adventuresinsplashmountain67 ай бұрын
Does Medusa make you gray out?
@trtvwd6 ай бұрын
Not that I recall, perhaps in the back but I don’t remember that happening.
@adventuresinsplashmountain67 ай бұрын
2:16 Yay the dentures are working again! They were broken for a long time! But I know this ride had maintenance done to it recently. Good they fixed that problem
@trtvwd6 ай бұрын
I had my eye on the mechanism that controlled the teeth, doesn’t seem too hard to maintain or fix but regardless that’s good to hear! Loved the joker
@oliviawulf63847 ай бұрын
Typical six flags 😂❤ amazing video!
@richardvogel11957 ай бұрын
That was the wettest meetup I've been to
@trtvwd7 ай бұрын
We missed out on the mini meetup which looked like a complete wash but even Friday was still a little dicey. Hope you still had a good time though! We loved it regardless 🤘
@oliviawulf63847 ай бұрын
Minion tots are where it’s at!! Such an amazing event 👏🏻
@noahman12347 ай бұрын
Are ya going to the mini meetup
@trtvwd7 ай бұрын
We didn’t do the mini meetup this time around but might look to check it out in the future! I heard some good things though 👍
@heatherpbj6 ай бұрын
The November mini was fun but a bit soggy.... the December mini was amazing! #USorlandofans #OImeetup
@trtvwd6 ай бұрын
@@heatherpbj I heard it was great! Might need to try it out next time if they bring it back.
@ScottyMania3138 ай бұрын
I enjoy your vids homie, great capture of the sights and sounds. Beer and Pretzel Nuggets from Auntie A's - that's what's up man
@trtvwd8 ай бұрын
Doesn’t get much better! Appreciate the kind words friend!
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San Diego Seaworld was beautiful 🤩 so many amazing rides and animals!
I was there with my family. We went on big daddy falls and my grandma was screaming lol
lol that’s great. Pretty cool granny jumps on the slides with you! 🤘
This is so great that you are able to enjoy going to together. Wholesome.
Appreciate that! We had an awesome day together!
Do you get to go into the control rooms and see the panel, sensors, and how the coaster operates? The website says that you do.
We did for Verbolten but I don’t recall doing that for any other attraction. They also might’ve added that since I experienced it.
21:23🤣
I remember seeing people in an off limits area with a group when I was little, I was so confused
Yeah my 2 favorites are definitely colossal and cutback but so many awesome rides great park!
We were extremely impressed! Will have to come back at some point
I did this last year on a beautiful rainy Sunday. Because of the rain everyone else on the tour canceled so it was just the four of us and it was epic. It’s amazing how small the park feels using the crew pathways.
That sounds incredible! It’s so cool to see so many of those backstage areas after all this time
Wtf and you got the canes shirt lets go. I grew up in Raleigh and played for jr. canes gotta love it. Loving the vid so far
lol that’s awesome man. I played 2 years for the jr canes my junior and senior year of hs. Good times 👍 and thanks for watching!
@@trtvwd no shit what a small world. What class were you? I'm class of 2015 at Millbrook. I was on A aka not very good lol but it was fun.
@@alimatt9685 I graduated from ravenscroft in 2010. Played some of the first years the junior canes took over the youth league in Raleigh, definitely some of my favorite memories playing. You still skate?
@@trtvwd Wow what a small world. Haven't skated in years but love going to the canes games. Been loving your vids man keep it up!
Beautiful park 🤩 the wolves were so cool!!
Leaving on Thursday to go to BGW ! Yay 😂
Have an awesome time! BG is the best 🙌
@@trtvwd thanks I’ve been there before when BBW was still a coaster. My Birthday is Friday!
@@christiwright3604 wish the wolf was still around! Happy Birthday! 🎉
@@trtvwd I wish BBW was still around as well! Thanks for the Birthday wishes! Have a good one!
i was always scared of rollercoasters but see you have fun on rollercoasters makes me not scared anymore
Glad I could help! Once you get on one or two of them the rest really don’t feel that different 👍
So cool to see you guys here this is my home park! Love the vids keep it up
One of our all time favorites! Thanks for watching glad you enjoyed!
Thats me on alpengiest😀
That's a beautiful park. Thanks for your vid.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Falling star is from chance rides
The Park looks rough. Outdated. Falling apart.
I didn't think it was that bad! Could definitely use some love but it's got character.
Your video is a bit .. Janky!!!!
how are you going in april? i thought they dont open till the end of may.
They were open for daily operations the week of spring break in NC. They are also open weekends starting in late March. You are correct though, daily (summer) operations didn’t start until Memorial Day
Fury 325 is best right as the sun is setting & the lift hill & tunnel are lit up.
Amen 🙏 such an incredible ride! Can’t beat it at dusk
POV: You haven't heard of Stealth. Aha
lol I’ve definitely heard of it, and have ridden hypersonic xlc which had the exact same acceleration… I’m sure it’s very similar though just without the unique inversions that Maxx Force has. On the list of must-rides in the near future
@@trtvwd It's not that amazing, I'm sure Maxx is a better ride overall. Stealth is just Accelerator with an airtime hill instead of the banked turns, the launch does feel like a semi has just rear ended you though
@@chrisogrady28 yea that level of acceleration is just next-level. Not many coasters out there that replicate that feeling
Definitely not what it used to be. Recently went and half the rides were down. Power shut off at 6pm. Everyone left the park. Medusa only had one cart going. App said 5 minute wait was actually 2 hours.
Sad to hear because the park itself is beautiful. Also seems like it’s in a good location but they have to figure out their operations issues.
Nice video and awesome day you had at SFGA!! About flash pass entrance, sometimes you can go directly to the station like I see in your video on Raging Bull but sometimes even with the flash pass you need to wait big time like it seem in X-Flight. Do you remember how is in Goliath and Superman? I can’t see on the video. Thank you!
Goliath was easy, it brought you straight into the station from its own entrance. Tbh I can’t recall on Superman but I don’t remember a super early merge or anything. You’re right though, it’s kind of a toss up with what you get. All in all it was definitely worthwhile for my visit. Hope this helps! Great America is one of my favorite parks in the Six Flags chain!
This used to be Marine world africa usa and used to be just a zoo with educational animal shows, they also actually used the river for a stunt show with boats and people doing tricks. Then Six flag took over in the late 90ds.
Makes sense, appreciate the background there. Still a beautiful park!
18:27 Road Runner Express. Woodstock Express is at CGA
This brings back the memory of trying to find this place. I'm pretty sure I was mins away by directions being given. but gave up and never went. bucket list! -before GPS
😂😂 you gotta make it back!!
It looks amazing and can’t to be there soon
What hotel was that??
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Amazing video editing 👏🏻 sweet park!!
Have you ridden this incredible dive coaster? Let us know your thoughts!
Did you tip the shuttle driver each time you used them?
No I do not believe so. We used it quite frequently and that would’ve gotten expensive quick
Carowinds keeps the over river rapids ride abandoned for nothin', I guess it's due to maintenance issues. They should hire RES to renovate it.
Would be up for that!
I was thinking of booking the tour over this coming summer. Considering you went pretty recently, I have a couple questions. 1. The website says that you get some priority ride time. How much really was this? 2. How long is it?
If I recall correctly, we got 2 rides each on Verbolten, Alpie, and Griffon. Nessie was typically included as well but unfortunately it was down when we got to it. I believe they have adjusted the tour recently though and they have incorporated Darkoaster, possibly at the expense of one of the other attractions. All in all I thought it was well worth it for the price. Hope that helps!
@@trtvwd Thanks so much! It for sure did!
@@trtvwddarkoaster is on a separate indoor roller coaster tour. Weirdly verboten is on both tours. You do recall correctly the extra ride time.
@@car_tar3882 good to know!
Such a fun day and amazing park 🤩
I ALWAYS want a water ride. So sad they don’t have one.
Agree! Wish they would add a new modern flume or something similar.
About Steel Hawg, I'm surprised that more of the El Loco models haven't been sold. They are all good option for smaller parks or even parks like Dorney Park or Great Escape looking to add a smaller thrill coaster.
This one seems to be the best of the bunch
I've always wanted to go to Indiana Beach. I live in the Chicago area and they used to advertise on Chicago TV stations trying to get the Northwest Indiana crowd. For them it may be closer than Great America.
It was a fun little park! Definitely worth a visit
Speaking of Chicago, Kiddielands old Polyp is now at Indiana Beach! 😊
Thank you for sharing, we'll be staying there soon!
Thanks for the review. Could you please share more information about the flash pass? If I buy the unlimited instead of the gold pass, is there a different queue? I always see two lines, one for the flash pass and one for the regular pass, so why is it worth buying the unlimited? Also, are there people working there who verify that people have the flash pass?
Yes, the grouper will scan your flash pass on every attraction. It is not always a separate line, sometimes the flash pass entrance goes up the exit of certain attractions. Just keep an eye out for the flash pass arrow signs. I believe the only difference in the price levels is the amount of time you have to “wait” for the ride virtually. Also perhaps access to Maxx Force but don’t quote me on that.
I'm So Happy You Had Fun❤
give your friend another ride, all he saw in the second half was your arm in his face
Tend to do that occasionally 😂
Lol I *saw* us in your video at 16:42... we are the four ladies waiting directly across from you to get on the The Mummy!
Haha no way that’s awesome! Would love to meet y’all next time! Hope you ladies loved the event as much as we did🤘
I heard our group at 12:42 mins... yay! #WellDoneDragon #USorlandofans #myhappyplace
Does Medusa make you gray out?
Not that I recall, perhaps in the back but I don’t remember that happening.
2:16 Yay the dentures are working again! They were broken for a long time! But I know this ride had maintenance done to it recently. Good they fixed that problem
I had my eye on the mechanism that controlled the teeth, doesn’t seem too hard to maintain or fix but regardless that’s good to hear! Loved the joker
Typical six flags 😂❤ amazing video!
That was the wettest meetup I've been to
We missed out on the mini meetup which looked like a complete wash but even Friday was still a little dicey. Hope you still had a good time though! We loved it regardless 🤘
Minion tots are where it’s at!! Such an amazing event 👏🏻
Are ya going to the mini meetup
We didn’t do the mini meetup this time around but might look to check it out in the future! I heard some good things though 👍
The November mini was fun but a bit soggy.... the December mini was amazing! #USorlandofans #OImeetup
@@heatherpbj I heard it was great! Might need to try it out next time if they bring it back.
I enjoy your vids homie, great capture of the sights and sounds. Beer and Pretzel Nuggets from Auntie A's - that's what's up man
Doesn’t get much better! Appreciate the kind words friend!