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[RCT3] Granby Lake, Season Two, 1993!


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Sunday, April 5, 1992

Granby Lake

Houston, Texas

 

Eric Hill, Granby Lake spokesperson.

 

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Granby Lake officially opened its doors a few weeks ago and the first season is off to a fantastic start.

 

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Straight through the turnstiles; guests flood onto the entrance plaza.

 

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Many enjoy freshly made pizza at Plaza Pizza.

 

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Others enjoy soaring views on Sky Tree.

 

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The 360° panoramic views of Granby Lake are unmatched.

 

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The first of many thrill rides guests encounter is Black Widow.

 

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Dodgem

 

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Wave Swinger

 

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With 88% humidity at 78°F, many are already enjoying a refreshing cool down on Log Jam.

 

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With just a few weeks under its belt, The Voyage is already a guest favorite.

 

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Mine Rider, North America's grandest mine train coaster.

 

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Riders ascend the first lift hill.....

 

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.....and down the second lift hill onto Lake Granby.

 

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Exclusive Mine Rider postcard.

 

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Towards the east side of the park, Swan Boats entertains countless guests on its tranquil excursion with plentiful views.

 

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Flying Ace!

 

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Adjacent to Flying Ace is Thunder Bobs, a classic amusement ride.

 

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Guest wanting to grab a quick bite to eat can always stop at Midway Snacks (not pictured) and enjoy their meal at our scenic picnic area.

 

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Tower of Terror, the world's tallest drop ride!

 

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At a height of 135', and a drop of 90°, Tower of Terror reaches a speed of 56 mph.

 

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Rip Tide, another classic amusement ride. Some argue that Rip Tide and Tower of Terror are complete rip-offs from AstroWorld. Let me assure you; they are not.

 

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Lake Monster. The king of Granby Lake. The station is situated high above the midway below.

 

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A quick dip out the station onto the lift hill.

 

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Twenty riders plunge down the first hill.

 

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Two consecutive loops send riders coasting upside down. Pressed firmly in their seats with forces up to 3.7 times gravity.

 

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Lake Monster's signature move, the twin corkscrews above the midway below.

 

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A 405° counter-clockwise helix bring the 2700' twisted steel journey to a close.

 

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After being turned upside down 4 times on Lake Monster many guests find a quick bite at Lakeside Refreshments to be...refreshing.

 

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Parachute

 

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Granby Lake continues to thrill guests after dark.

 

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See you soon...

 

~Eric Hill, park spokesperson

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This is absolutely marvelous! I immediately got a Valley Hills vibe from the very beginning of the update, I bet this is going to be even better! I'm somewhat hoping this morphs into a Cedar Fair park, as I've been waiting for someone to do a Cedar Fair in Texas for a while. Keep up the good work!

 

-RC

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This is absolutely marvelous! I immediately got a Valley Hills vibe from the very beginning of the update, I bet this is going to be even better! I'm somewhat hoping this morphs into a Cedar Fair park, as I've been waiting for someone to do a Cedar Fair in Texas for a while. Keep up the good work!

 

-RC

Thank you.

 

I'm guessing some Astroworld rides will show up at this park by 2006.

 

In other words, this is a great park! I'm really looking to more!

We will just have to wait and see.

 

Looks absolutely wonderful, I can't wait to see this park's progress. But does this mean you quit working on Valley Hills?

Working on both parks.

 

thanks i guess it would be nice if this was real in houston tx! i would so go to it! i feel like houston is nothing these days especially to me!

The area is lacking in theme parks. I think it will be fun developing a park with close competition.

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Sunday, April 4, 1993

Granby Lake

Houston, Texas

 

Eric Hill, Granby Lake spokesperson.

 

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Welcome Back! The very first season had some minor hiccups but Granby Lake is ready to go for season two!

 

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Many guests are quick to notice the newest thrills looming over the horizon.

 

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An all new Boardwalk, offering various rides & attractions. NEW for 1993!

 

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The all NEW Granby Wheel.

 

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Boardwalk Gifts, Boardwalk Games, and the Granby Grub restaurant greet guest below the Granby Wheel.

 

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The NEW Double Time offers an alternative Ferris wheel experience.

 

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With the success of Swan Boats, a second water-based attraction has opened on the Boardwalk; Granby Canoes.

 

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Also NEW for 1993 is the high-tech BrEaK dAnCe.

 

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Rotor. Originally meant to open last season, a series of malfunctions delayed its opening.

 

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Elsewhere in the park, Dodgem maintains a full queue due to large early season crowds.

 

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Riders cool off on Log Jam.

 

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32 brave "pilots in training" take flight on Flying Ace above the midway below.

 

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4 passengers prepare to drop on Tower of Terror.

 

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Lone Star Saloon has expanded its outdoor eating area this season to accommodate the heavy traffic.

 

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The Lake Monster "eye".

 

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Granby Wheel is visible from almost anywhere in the park.

 

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Riders fully drenched after Log Jam's final splashdown.

 

Bonus Material! Granby Lake 1993 souvenir map.

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Click HERE for full size

 

 

Until next time...

 

 

Eric Hill, Granby Lake spokesperson.

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