Jobe

Ok.... How did you think they would react?? I actually thought the reactions were mild for a fairly rediculous claim.......

Sorry but I doubt a ride of this scale will be ready by Boxing Day. April to me seems like a much more realistic time frame. My opinion.

Maybe but unfortunately its your poor track record and recent history that has people highly doubting anything you claim or post. At least you have finally admitted bullshit about Mack. Kudos. Finally.

Great article Westical!! The video links are brilliant!! Cheers!!

I visted LPS last weekend. Took some pics of Maloney's corner that shows the amount of space they actually have for the installation of more rides. This space is severely underutilised. In saying that, there was some pretty good info from the park on FB regarding Summer rides which shows they might have some big plans for the space over the January school holidays. "Hi Luna!! Visited the park today, the kids had a great time!! Couple of questions- is the Ferris Wheel missing every 2nd carriage?? Are they down for maintenance? If so when will they be back? Also, noticed that the heritage sign for Luna Park and North Sydney Olympic Pool from the main road is missing- how long has it been gone?? Will it be back and when?? Lastly, noticed there was a lot of empty space at the back. Any plans for new permanent rides?? Also will you have a Xmas ride lineup announcement soon?? Thanks in advance! Like · [*] Luna Park Sydney Hi John! The Ferris Wheel carriages are currently being re-painted. The first half were done back in August and the other half will be back on the Wheel by this weekend. We'll make sure to post a photo of the finished product =) The Alfred St Archway, also known as the "Welcome to North Sydney / Olympic Pool / Luna Park / Bradfield Park sign" is controlled by North Sydney Council. They removed it around 2004/2005. We understand they planned to reinstate it following major building work in the area being finished. For more up to date and accurate information on this, you might like to visit www.northsydney.nsw.gov.au. Finally, we've got "sky high" plans for Maloney's Corner this Summer. We'll release more details about this Summer attraction and the additional Summer rides soon. Stay tuned!" Cheers!

As has already been stated, RCDB lists all 9 Maurer Sohne Skyloop XT 150 coasters in existence. Whatever your personal view, they configure to the regimented standard classification of what defines a Roller Coaster. This is not opinion. I am merely stating the facts as they stand. The argument that they are not very GOOD coasters is another thing altogether however...........

Pin142 at this time there have only been hints and teasers regarding a new coaster for LPM. There is, however, some pretty strong evidence for this in the posts on Facebook from the park. For example: Damien Crocker Get yourselves an upto date rollercoaster! Or maybe buy LPS HUSS rides seeing as they would be more suited here in Melbourne because you wouldn't have noise complaints. November 5 at 4:54pm · Like · 1 [*] Luna Park Melbourne Hang tight Damien, you may be very pleased soon... November 5 at 5:07pm · Unlike · 1 At no time however, has ANY manufacterer ever been mentioned, confirmed or even a style or model.(Certainly NOT Mack) RichardWilliamCollins statement that it could be a Zamperla coaster , whilst ultimately could TURN OUT to be true, at this stage is nothing but pure speculation. As I have said, nothing concrete has been mentioned or confirmed. What is interesting is the fact that LPM continually cite "Attractions" ie more than one. It appears that at least 2 or more new rides will debut for the Summer season at LPM. As for the Scenic Railway and the debated 6 trains, the park has plans to release a Centenary book on the history of the park. This has been confirmed on FB here: Luna Park Melbourne Wow! we love to see how many of your are enthusiastic about this pic! There are some exciting times ahead as we head into our Centenary year! We all do love the old rides of our past, as well as the current attractions. We are proud that the park now contains a mix of attractions, heritage and new, to appeal to our vast range of customers. You will be happy to hear, John, that we have a new Centenary book coming out soon which details our entire 100 years of history - including the rides you loved so much. As well as this, we are planning a 'back to 1912' heritage weekend! - Sounds right up your alley! Details will be released on our website in the coming weeks! November 5 at 11:09am · Like · 1 Its quite possible that we will get the definitive history of the Scenic Railway and its trains within the pages of this book.At least then this would be a definitive and credible source. I for one will certainly be purchasing a copy. Hope this helps!!

Hehe. Buzzsaw is MOST definitely a rollercoaster. It's just one that is not that well regarded. As for my take on the new Zamperla ride, I think that it's actually not a bad addition. These rides are fairly new, its an Australian first and I think it will be a big hit with the majority of the Australian public. As for it being marketed as a Big 8 thrill ride? That is indeed a stretch.... And entirely unnecessary. Still, it's a decent attraction that really has no compare in any of the competitor parks. It's a good interim addition.

How about you just reproduce the Facebook post?? That would be the easiest solution. I like the idea that Scenic Railway had 6 trains- in all my historical research I have never heard that. I welcome to find out otherwise.

I can think of 4 point 5 billion reasons why.......

Lol!! Then I am glad I did not say it!! I was thinking it but I thought it might not be appreciated.....

Oh I don't know......I think its about time that Australia got a permanent Spinning Coaster in ONE of our parks......it wouldnt be the worst attraction they could put in. And I am clearly noting "attractions"- definitely more than one!! Which is a very good thing indeed!!

Mind you LPM are being a little cagey...there is a suggestion that the Metropolis COULD be returning...its dismantling could be for a refurbishment...and the Summer attractions may only be temporary rides.....I sincerely hope I am wrong on this count.... :angry2:

Guys, LPM have just published on their FB page a pic showing the dismantling of Metropolis. They have not confirmed a new coaster as of yet but they have stated that Metropolis is being removed to make way for new Summer Attractions. I think its safe to say that a new coaster will almost certainly be on the agenda!! This is great news and I hope that the replacement will be a great addition to the park!!! Hopefully it wont be too long before we have final details!!

Hehe.... Oh the irony!!! In a little while, we will all be saying that the Mack argument is getting on in years.....

Not a problem. That goes for all though. Now that we are all moving on and being polite vegemites, how about pointing me in the direction of the LPM article you were talking about in earlier posts RWC? I asked before but you may have missed it. I have looked but I cannot seem to find the one you are referring to. If you could send me a link it would be much appreciated!!

Not a problem. I seem to recall you like to get your point across too....

Comparing the existence of a deity or a faith to something that can be conclusively proven such as our subject in question are 2 entirely different things and you know it. However,if your "rumour" or alledged bullshit turns out to be true, then as I have stated numerous times before, I will be the first to apologise. I agree it does not prove I am wrong at all. It simply does not work as you have layed out. I am not said originator of your claim. I have just asked the question. Now true, I can conduct my own research and find out the truth. But why should I?? If you want to prove that you are right,defend your reputation and defend yourself from allegations of making crap up, then to find the truth is up to you!! ( I know I WOULD present evidence if I had it, to prove my integrity) If you dont, then you run the real risk of having everything you post regarded with suspicion. Of course, if i was in your situation, I would have probably confessed that I was not sure, or my information was wrong or incomplete. No harm done there. Restless assured I have taken steps to find out the truth, as far as it can be ascertained. I would certainly welcome anyone else's contributions on this,to help find the answer , EITHER way. It was not anger Jacob that led me to question, rather a desire for the truth. Being about LPM ( along with LPS something I DO have a great deal of knowledge about) I was appalled to see a claim which I thought, and still do, think is crap. Now in theory, yes I could have found this out myself. I am currently looking for an answer to that question (As have others on this board). In your state of complete disgust at me , you seem to have ignored the fact that I have offered several times to apologise if RWC is found to be correct. I have also pro-offered the hand of civility several times, to which there has been no reply from said party. In fact, whilst I have been willing to move or give on several points to find common ground, RWC has stubbornly refused to even acknowledge this. But as they say C'est La Vie........ anyhow, my point is I harbour no lasting grudges or animosity. I just have a low tolerance for bullshit - a fact I think most people on this board ( maybe even yourself) would agree on. NOW we can move back on topic

Mind you it's not the first time he has liked his own posts..... Take that as you will!! Accident?? You be the judge........

It all adds up really!! Lol!!

It simply comes down to will and how big your cheque book is.....

b-girl I sincerely hope that is not the case. Diversity is what makes these forums such a great place and the more the merrier!! I would hate to think that anyone would leave because of comments, posts or tensions (RWC I wholeheartedly include you in this comment). Things can get a little heated from time to time but on the whole, these occasions are quite rare. I would definitely value your further input ( as I am sure many others would as well) , moving forward.

Nope....just cannot do it..especially in light of what has just been posted. Just for you RWC, since it seems your memory of what you have stated is different to mine.. In summary: You brought forward a statement claiming that Mack were involved with said restoration of LPM Scenic Railway trains. I thought that was interesting but questioned your source. After much deliberation and questioning, the only concrete proof that you brought forward was that you have seen the "Mack" logo on the restoration plaque. You were going to take a photo of this to show us all. You admitted that no-one told you and that you assumed that meant that Mack was involved. You offered up the fact that because Germany has the only other surviving brakeman coaster (which we all know to be incorrect as I have shown) this is another strong reason why Mack was involved. In your words- " You knew" This was despite the fact that the post to you from LPM on FB and later information from b-girl has shown that the restoration on the trains was being done by LPM maintenance and businesses in Melbourne. In other words- NOT Mack. If you had said at any stage that "you were not sure, or that I am assuming, or that I think Mack is involved but I could be wrong", I could have lived with that. Instead, even now, when the absolute weight of evidence is against you, you still maintain that you were not incorrect. I am sorry. But unless evidence comes out further that supports your statement, then I AM 100% vindicated in my view. You cannot prove to all and sundry that Mack is involved, nor can you produce any evidence to back it up. b-girls evidence is the most compelling. You say were not outright wrong-that its just unprovable. Unfortunately, if you make a claim that you cannot prove, then this in essence and by logic, proves that said claim to be wrong. On a different note, I would love to see the article that you are quoting RE LPM. If you could point me in the right direction, it would be most appreciated. Cheers

*sigh* Let it go Jobe, let it go....

I made a mistake by getting myself into this?? Hello?? I was posting on this forum and I debated a comment that I CORRECTLY thought to be wrong. At no time has RWC EVER admitted he was wrong, even now when it has been proven to be so. He kept dodging the question and clouding the issue with unsubstantiated claims of myself "bullying" him or "harrassing" him. This is a complete over-reaction as several other posters have supported. And yes i did call him deluded but lets put that into context. This was in reply to his claim that I was "stalking" him from thread to thread and falsely accusing me of following him to Facebook. In hindsight, I think my reaction was fairly restrained and controlled!! Reanimated and Brad2912's analogy of the situation was quite correct. I didnt make the claim. I was not supporting it. It wasnt up to me to prove it right- that was up to RWC when I voiced MY concern. And if you read my post's correctly, you will see that , even though I was suspicious that he was bullshitting us, I would have publicly apologised if he WAS right. Which of course he was not. Vindication for me. The point is, I would have been reasonable from the first post, IF he HAD been reasonable. His own stubborness and failure to see that he had got himself into a losing situation with his complete bullshit, is the reason that he has tarnished his reputation on this board. If you TRULY support what you say in your own statement, then that means you are fine with anyone making ANY bullshit claim about any topic, and no one has any right of reply to correct, debate,argue differently, offer a differing opinion, refute, contest, or dispute at any time. Instead , we should all trot off and be mature and find out the truth for ourselves. If you REALLY believe that, then brace yourself. You are a complete moron. Yep, that is a slightly insulting tone and word.Guilty as charged. But its also my opinion. Please respect it like I respect yours. Thankyou!!