HussRainbow87
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10 hours ago, djrappa said:
I feel if I've learnt anything from this it's in Australia not to trust these rides... and in America not to even go within a mile of them for risk of pieces falling off.
You can't really say that, when Australia has a relatively good track record with travelling rides here. The last major accident was Spin Dragon in 2000. The family that I work for maintain their rides superbly, and theres another family that keep their rides looking and running as if they have just left the factory.
Accidents happen, whether it be a travelling ride, a park ride, a plane, a car.... that's life.
There are some travelling rides I wouldn't go near, because i've seen how they are maintained, but the majority running at the capital shows are cared for, and all owners and operators work closely with engineers to ensure the safety of the public.
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Can't wait to see it in person in two weeks! Surely should be complete by then.
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2 hours ago, AlexB said:
"We trust to have you informed sufficiently"
Is this just not a great translation...?
I think theyve given all the info they can at the moment, surely reps/engineers from KMG will be coming out to help with the investigation.
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http://ourworlds.co/2017/news/construction/trains-arrive-rivals-hypercoaster/
Photos of the train in the container....
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So 39 models have been shut down while the investigation takes place. This also means that "CLAW" which is a MOVE IT 24 will not be operating. It is on tour somewhere in Queensland at the moment. XXL won't be affected due to the different design of the seating structure.
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From what i've seen, no bolts sheared off the ride, so we can rule that out. The seats are almost identical structurally to the XXL, with the exception of only 4 seats and a slightly different join at the top of the car. In the following photo, you can see that the seats snapped from the arm connected.
The floor operates the same to the XXL and Hard Rock...Lowers then stays down, it does sound as if its hit something while swinging through the deck causing it to snap and then flip over the gate.
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I just saw the video on Facebook... didn't think it was real! soo scary! Is this the first fatality from a KMG ride?
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4 hours ago, djrappa said:
It's pretty god damn ugly though.
KMG Rides leave a bit to the imagination, but in person its a stunning machine, the artwork is incredible, all done in house by one artist! the backdrop is enormous!
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2 minutes ago, pin142 said:
Not sure if it is sad to say but this is the main reason why I am heading to the EKKA this year.
Haha don't worry, its normal when a new attraction comes in from overseas. Still can't believe we have an XXL here, I remember seeing one in Belgium and couldn't believe how big it was! its pretty stunning in person, even if you aren't riding
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Sky Walker has long been retired from the EKKA, it will be at Melbourne Show for the first time this year though!
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1 minute ago, Tim Dasco said:
All their theming is made by a company called themed builders. http://themebuilders.net/portfolio_page/adventure-world/ AW has really stepped up the quality of the park and themed most areas. I think this ride will be no exception.
The fact that they have built stuff for TOMORROWLAND in Belgium, is incredible in itself. I've experienced that festival twice and its insanely mind blowing!
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Just now, Skeeta said:
@AlexB I thought the Ekka was ditching clowns this year.
@HussRainbow87 you're now going to have 100's of people claiming to be AlexB.
Hahaha, ill just have to come up with an authentication process
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1 minute ago, AlexB said:
I might just have to be tempted to do that. I'm part of the EkkaNites program in the main arena.
Come past, Introduce yourself bud, i'll get you on it :-)
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Am i the only one that didnt mind Guy Sebastian's Pure Imagination? it just fit really well with the advert
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They certainly are putting some Disney level theming into this ride! its great to see!
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2 minutes ago, Santa07 said:
I don't think they will be - Doomsday's restraints are OTSRs and hold you around the waist, the restraints on Loke look more like they hold you by the legs. I disagree on the whole comfort thing, I'm not a big fan of Doomsday's restraints at all, perhaps that's just because the ride attendants often staple you, but they're far from comfortable in my opinion.
Interesting, I only gave it one go in October and to be honest, it gave a nothing ride, until the last revolution when it sped up a bit.... Clearly not running that ride to its full potential. Kamikaze's have more force than that thing.
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I assume the restraints on the new Gyro will be like the ones on Doomsday, which is good, comfortable too.
The Beast (XXL) restraints are good, and KMG do offer the option of outward facing seating, as featured on (also named) THE BEAST at PNE Playland, apparently it wasn't something they were too keen on doing as the park requested the configuration (2 seats face in, 2 out). The restraints on the KMG FREAK OUT, which are a simple lap bar are good, but its a strange feeling.
In comparing Claw to the XXL, there isn't too much difference in feeling. I think the XXL gives a slightly more forceful ride, due to the speed and height compared to Claw. Hopefully some PARKZ members will give it a go at this years EKKA. i'll be there working on deck :-)
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Shame they didn't go for the larger model, of course it must have had a bigger price tag. Looks like the KMG XXL is still the largest swing ride in the country.
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Thanks for the reply @Jobe I'm not here to start trouble, just discuss my love of rides and parks. From my experience last sunday at LPS, it was a shame to see the park thriving (i've never seen soo many people in the park before) while a staff member running the Ranger was more worried about talking to her friend that had finished for the day. The park was closing at 6pm, there was a full line and the ride was being loaded extremely slow. Nothing i've ever seen before. Myself and others found it quite frustrating.
It may be great that LPS have maintained their HUSS rides for such long periods of time, but it was a shame to see the Break Dance in such bad condition looks wise. The backdrop is in desperate need of a paint and the ride itself was looking very tired. If you think thats how a park looks after a ride, then you should visit parks and travelling carnivals overseas that treat their rides with the utmost care. Presentation is a big deal for parks, Movie World keep all their attractions looking fantastic, LPS on the other hand, I honestly don't feel like they care about ALL of their rides equally. I hear they have quite enough money to look after their rides to the highest standards. LPM also is in the same boat, their rides are running, but don't look too great. I hope one day both Ranger and Break Dance are sold and given the proper love that they deserve. I may be biased about HUSS rides, but that is only because of the superior quality I have experienced year after year in Australia and overseas. The Europeans keep their HUSS rides as if they've just come out of the factory. It will be interesting to see how some of our KMG rides hold up after 20 years of service.
In other discussions, I really hope LPS would have gone for a Zierer model....Go for the best of the best i say, and they look incredibly beautiful!
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4 hours ago, Wil_i_am_not said:
Not to be disrespectful to anyone involved in the incident, but is anyone aware of what actually happened to the ride? Has it been scrapped or is it still sitting in the owners yard?
The ride got sold to an American showman, left Australia only a few weeks ago.
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The ride is most likely not for sale anymore, as a showman was interested to the point a day had been booked to come in and pack the ride up, until last minute that management decided to keep the ride and have the work done (That Rides4U advert was listed quite a few months ago). The UFO was also in fine condition, the main trailer (hydrolic lift arm) was bought by Luna Park Melbourne and is now being used for the Enterprise. The amazing thing about HUSS rides is that they have a fantastic life span. I've seen some models in horrible condition and have been refurbished to look and run like a brand new machine!
The Ranger would definitely go to a showman before going to the scrap yard. There's a lot of life left in that Ranger, trust me!
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12 hours ago, Wil_i_am_not said:
Thanks for the info @HussRainbow87! Would you happen to know what sort of work have they done on the restraints? And if they still use the Lap Bars?
Not 100% sure, but I know it had extensive work done on the restraints, apparently HUSS made them in such a particular way, that attention to detail is a must, and it cost a pretty big amount to do the work.
I wish they would just sell their HUSS rides to showmen in Australia that would actually care about them. The way that Ranger and Break Dance (I refuse to call it Spider) are operated is embarrassing to the HUSS name! LPS Honestly have no idea when it comes to looking after their rides, and HUSS rides are built to stand the test of time. Their operators are also terribly slow, and have no idea how to deal with the public. Come and work on the show circuit for a while and learn how to properly load a busy amusement ride.
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15 hours ago, Jobe said:
In other news, the Moon Ranger has roared back into life and has reopened, Its not certain if the ride is till on the open market ( I think this would still be the case) but it is certainly one of the rides earmarked for replacement with the new investment.
Works should start on the new theming and buildings by the end of the year.
Having visited the park last Sunday, it's a shame to see the work that was done on the classic HUSS RANGER has in no way given the ride any sort of longevity. Apparently extensive work had to be done on the restraints, which has happened, but in doing that the two middle rows of the boat have had all of their restraints removed. When guests went to sit in those seats, the terribly slow and unqualified ride operator replied with "don't sit there, theyre broken"
The ride was meant to go to a showman here in Australia, but LPS messed them around which is a shame. Would love to see it back on the showgrounds, at least it would get the proper care needed.
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Just saw on the LiveStream from MW that the last piece of track is being bolted onto the NILoop as I type this! Exciting!
KMG Afterburner accident - Ohio State Fair "Fire Ball" ride
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Posted · Edited by HussRainbow87
The ride was certified to operate in Australia prior to the accident in 2000, but with negligence on the owners behalf, the accident happened and not maintained in the proper way to ensure safe operation. I think since the accident, Fabbri Space Loops aren't certified to operate in Australia. Don't quote me on that. Im sure there was an uproar when AVENGER came to Australia, but its been operating successfully at some capitals, not Adelaide though.
I have the manual for the XXL and it is extensive in regards to maintenance and mandatory checks. If anything comes from this accident is that owners are more vigilant with regular checks, not only for travelling rides, but park models too.
I think WorkSafe did put something out, not 100% sure though. In regards to the annual tear down, Most rides I have been around have full inspections during off periods, and have work done, whether that be lighting, electrical, mechanical... it does get done. Its just not as obvious like seeing Wipeout in pieces during the year, but it does get done, and this includes entirely pulling the ride to pieces and having parts x-rayed etc.