Sea World lighthouse - Star Flyer replacement

[pin142]

7 hours ago, Jordan M. said:

Looks almost ready to go, wonder if the will do anything with the (presumably) unlicensed Looney Tunes print on the ops booth.

Throw some park logos over it and on the ride and that should be good enough 😂

[themagician]

A few more photos I got this morning

And the top of the lighthouse is now in the grave yard

[DaptoFunlandGuy]

2 hours ago, themagician said:

And the top of the lighthouse is now in the grave yard

I wouldn't call that the graveyard...

Isn't this the graveyard?

 

Or is this the graveyard?

 

Or is it here?

 

This?

 

Wait.... I found the Sea World Graveyard!!!

[themagician]

Got an email and attraction is opening December 13

[rappa]

Trucks are cheap. 

Every bit of that shit should be picked up and taken to Movie World back of house. 

It’s really poor all that nastiness is in the view of the public. 

[HussRainbow87]

Should i mention now or later that its from the Czech Republic..... not something us travelling fans enjoy seeing

[joz]

Why what's wrong with Czech rides? (Not arguing I just don't know my traveling rides)

[DaptoFunlandGuy]

So they have a czech one too?

I don't know what difference the origin of the manufacturer makes - but i'll assume german engineering vs czech engineering has something to do with it.

I don't know much about travellers either, but i know to avoid mexican and chinese versions (thanks RideAccidents.com)

[HussRainbow87]

Compare a Funtime Sky Flyer to a Czech one.... even compare them to a Zamperla flyer.

The ultimate machines are the Funtime models, rode Jules Verne Tower this year and it was INCREDIBLE! 80m travelling model.

[New display name]

43 minutes ago, HussRainbow87 said:

Compare a Funtime Sky Flyer to a Czech one.... even compare them to a Zamperla flyer.

The ultimate machines are the Funtime models, rode Jules Verne Tower this year and it was INCREDIBLE! 80m travelling model.

You still haven't told us "why it matters" as a rider of this temp ride.

[HussRainbow87]

The quality of build and parts just aren't up to the standard of manufacturers like Fabbri, KMG, Huss etc.

Being around these manufacturers, you can see the difference in build standards, parts used, electrics etc.

[Gazza]

Who is the manufacturer?

[Wil_i_am_not]

I believe the manufacturer is either AK Rides or Funlight, but I can't figure out if these are both the same company, and just trading under different names. The ride is of course safe, but the build quality is much different and cheaper than other manufacturers. It's not a massive deal, but in my experience, the Czech rides are more prone to breakdowns, systems tripping out, etc. 

[HussRainbow87]

It’s an AK

[Gold Coast Amusement Force]

Testing all day, looks like Village staff are going to operate it.

 

[Rabbit2014]

5 hours ago, Gold Coast Amusement Force said:

Testing all day, looks like Village staff are going to operate it.

 

It does look good, hopefully they get a permanent one that is higher up if guest enjoy this temporary model

[pushbutton]

I was there last weekend with my 11 year old nephew. I pointed out this monstrosity as we walked past, and said "look over there. That's Sea Worlds new ride!"

He didn't even pause for a second and just completely ignored it.

and that's the reaction of a kid!!!

Try harder please Sea World. You used to be amazing!

[themeparknut2011]

Rode Sky Flyer this morning. It was walk on at open, but people didn't really know it was there. Look, it was fun. It's not a thrill ride at all. it's not a Star Flyer. But for what it is, essentially a big Ekka ride, it smooth, comfortable and fun. Views are nice! You can see out to the mountains in the west. Good view of Surfers to the south. Don't make a trip for it, but if you are there it's worth a go, if you have low expectations!

[Rabbit2014]

I was on the first ride of the day on it. Ride was over so fast you spin at the top for 30seconds and it’s all over, you can see half the park from the top so if they do get a permanent model I would hopeful of a 60metre version. Only negative was it has a  height restriction of 120 cm which is higher then the storm coaster 110cm so it’s not really a family ride.

 

On other news I when on the jet rescue coaster seem to run a lot fast and I have to give them credit the track was like new paint was great unlike many coasters at movie world that need paint jobs (green lantern)

[Wil_i_am_not]

Made the trip up from Sydney to the theme parks, and just so happened that the Sea World Starflyer opened today, so I thought I would go take a look! Visually, the ride looks okay, and it's good to see that Seaworld has made an attempt to make the ride feel somewhat permanent. There is wrapping all around the ride and the paybox was covered up which was nice to see.

The ride experience wasn't too bad, and I felt that whilst even though the cycle was not ridiculously long, it was perfect and gave some excellent views of the surrounding area. There were a few minor forces that could be felt, but keep in mind that this is a family ride, not a world-class thrilling attraction.

Just want to say a massive shout-out to the staff working the ride also! They were obviously having a lot of fun, and when they found out I was a Parkz member, gave me my own little private photoshoot with the ride haha!

Edited December 13, 2018 by Wil_i_am_not

[DaptoFunlandGuy]

10 hours ago, Wil_i_am_not said:

 keep in mind that this is a family ride, not a world-class thrilling attraction.

....with a 120cm height limit...

[Rabbit2014]

Did the ride always have a seatbelt and lapbar, I don’t remember the seat belt when it was travelling around australia

Edited December 14, 2018 by Rabbit2014

[rappa]

Looks tacky as hell 

[Rabbit2014]

1 hour ago, djrappa said:

Looks tacky as hell 

It does look like something dreamworld would add to there park

[pushbutton]

1 hour ago, Rabbit2014 said:

It does look like something dreamworld would add to there park

Their!