Reef Diver Closing

[BigKev]

That's why I thought the doomsday tower concept was great, similar to pandemonium it looked like it may have have 2 settings, light and full on. It catered for everyone whilst still providing good thrills.

To me, going that high, even on a 'light' setting is pretty intense.

There is no way I would go on it for example and I'd imagine a lot of kids would be the same.

[coasterdude44]

They closed The Vortex too. Vortex, Thunderbolt, Chairlift and blue lagoon ore the only rides i never got to experience

[Brad2912]

Vortex or similar can be sampled at pretty much any travelling fair. Thunderbolt whilst iconic to the park, was nothing special really in terms of ride experience. The chairlift - well not really a ride. The one at SW has better views anyway Blue Lagoon - if you've been to WWW or WnW then going to blue lagoon was like going to Disneyland then visiting sideshow alley at the Easter Show and trying to compare the two. All up you haven't missed much

[MaxxTheMonster]

Popped in for an hour on the way to MW... Reef Diver was busy today... More that the Claw, Cyclone and Giant Drop... There was actually a queue!!!

And not sure how long it has been there, but the shark from WipeOut was in amongst the theming for Reef Diver.

[Reanimated35]

Shark's been there ever since the water dried up under Wipeout

[zacsta_1997]

What rides/coasters do u think dreamworld should bring to their park to 'improve' it? I think a Vekoma Boomerang, Vekoma suspended boomerang, or a Vekoma Giant suspended Boomerang. What's your thoughts on this?

[Reanimated35]

The park doesn't need another one-trick pony

[DaptoFunlandGuy]

What rides/coasters do u think dreamworld should bring to their park to 'improve' it? I think a Vekoma Boomerang, Vekoma suspended boomerang, or a Vekoma Giant suspended Boomerang. What's your thoughts on this?

I think that suggestion is about 26 years too late.

[Spotty]

IF Dreamworld was to go with a boomerang type coaster I would much prefer one of the Giant Inverted Boomerang's like DejaVu. Honestly they actually look like pretty decent rides that pack a decent punch in a small footprint. The invertigo model wouldn't be too bad either really... but I think a normal Vekoma boomerang is too dated for a park like Dreamworld now. Also the height of it would give a bit of a visual impact for the park if it's placed in a halfway decent place. I wouldn't really consider it a 1 trick pony either... it wouldn't be my first choice for a new attraction but it wouldn't be the worst idea.

Edited March 2, 2014 by Spotty

[zacsta_1997]

Yeh the Vekoma giant inverted boomerang looks amazing. I've always wanted to ride Deja'vu. Plus Australia needs a Boomerang coaster. I think it would suit the park nicely.

[AllegroCrab]

It would have to be the Giant suspended boomerang. The day Dreamworld gets an old, pre-owned boomerang coaster is the day all hope is lost. Buzzsaw, for me, was disappointing. To have another cheap, short-circuit or cheap shittle coaster would spell the end for me.

[ThrillRider]

I agree that a giant inverted boomerang would be amazing...But i heard that it often break down and so I don't really think this is the best idea for Dreamworld.

It used to stop on the top of the cobraroll and that's why Stunt Fall first row is always empty now ( and they added stairs to access the top of the cobraroll).

[Jobe]

The idea of Dreamworld getting a Boomerang is long past. They are old, dated rides and there are far better options out there that are current and offer much bigger bang for your buck. Think Intamin Megalite, any number of examples from Mack or even an extended Maurer Sohne spinner would be good additions. The case for a new full circuit coaster has never been stronger!

[Gazza]

I don't really see what it would add to the park. I think Buzzsaw does the park just fine in terms of shuttle coasters (And it's better than a Boomerang anyway).

[DaptoFunlandGuy]

cheap shittle coaster

Thats probably an apt description of Vekoma shuttles... and the giant inverted did have a lot of problems - including lift hill problems.

Definitely better options out there.

[bella]

somebody's bf who works with the engineers says he has seen plans but not saying when work will start! So I guess we just have to wait

[Brad2912]

somebody's bf who works with the engineers says he has seen plans but not saying when work will start! So I guess we just have to wait

Well it must be true then!!

[DaptoFunlandGuy]

Start of sarcasm

Nup - isn't true - didn't come from the Dippin' Dots guy.

End of sarcasm

edit: added tags.

Edited March 5, 2014 by AlexB

[themagician]

The gold coast theme parks Facebook page just posted this:

We can OFFICIALLY announce that as of the April 28th, the Reef Diver at Dreamworld will close and be removed from the park. There is no word of what will replace this ride, but we can assure you that we will release this information soon.

I had a look on the dreamworld website and this is correct.

[Ranger Dude]

Is it going to LPS to replace Flying Saucer?? Or somewhere else? Anyone know?

[zacsta_1997]

Is it going to LPS to replace Flying Saucer?? Or somewhere else? Anyone know?

I'd rather luna park replace the flying saucer with a new ride. But if the reef diver is brought to LPS it would be a good addition to the park if they replace some parts to keep it in perfect working condition

[Jobe]

I don't think that any potential buyer of Reef Diver is required to replace any parts- its in perfectly good condition as is!!

[zacsta_1997]

I don't think that any potential buyer of Reef Diver is required to replace any parts- its in perfectly good condition as is!!

Ok we'll that's good then. Now I'm just interested to see where it ends up now?

[Gary86]

I rode it last month for the last time and it was not in perfect condition. It was missing carriages and rusting.

[downunder196]

Forgot to mention, Reef Diver is still in the car park behind WWW in pieces. Not sure what's going to happen with it, if anything.