Busch Gardens Williamsburg (BGW BGE) Discussion Thread

[cfcI've gone pantless!]

I refuse to believe the launches on Verbolten are more powerful than Powder Keg.

--Robb

I agree with this. The launches give a nice kick, but not an "S&S kick."

[MarkolodeonI Guess Donkeys Are Okay]

Funny on the Expedition Everest comparisons - after my first ride my immediate thought was that it's a cross between Expedition Everest and Space Mountain. Definitely fun and unique, I love Verbolten! And based on the smiles and cheers from everyone riding it on Saturday it's clear BGE made a great move. Love that there are three themes/programs to it, I've only caught 2 of the 3 so far.

[cfcI've gone pantless!]

^For me, the Everest comparison kicked in with the highly themed queue and fast-moving line.

[netdvnWhy do I still have a donkey title???]

they have a 48" chair swings, which is normally 42" at most parks.

The chair swings are actually 40" but anyone around that height has to sit on an inside seat and wear a seatbelt. 48" is the height requirement to ride alone.

That being said, I fully support BGW lowering Verbolten's height limit, especially when the park already not only has two major rides with a 48" height requirement, but 48" being the height requirement to ride alone on many of the other rides. Maybe adding seat belts will help lower the height limit (although I personally don't think seatbelts are really necessary on a ride like Verbolten when rides like Scorpion don't need them).

[VACoasterdudeI Guess Donkeys Are Okay]

I think it would be a win for BGW to lower the ride requirement to 42" with an adult or 48" to ride alone.

Regards,

RIP...

[The YetiI'm a know-it-all about donkeys!]

How does the indoor section compare to Revenge of the Mummy? They look somewhat similar in terms of thrills, with Verbolten looking a little more intense - but the POV's of this ride don't give away a lot.

[cfcI've gone pantless!]

^I give the edge to Mummy--it's a more intense, immersive ride.

[redfoot12"Excuse me, miss, may I pound my large rooster into your donkey?"]

I got in two rides on Verbolten Sunday evening. Both fun rides, but with the same story program. I give it a solid 7.5 or 8 out of 10.
This is the type of ride I really look forward to riding with my nieces who are each 8 and 10. They're both big enough to ride the larger B&M's but Verbolten packs some of the unique elements of a Disney-style coaster.

[SaldekHave I mentioned how awesome donkeys are?]

Beginning on June 1st, BGW will be offering ERT on Verbolten for Passholders on select days:

Every Thursday and Friday (9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.)
Saturday and Sunday (9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.)

You have to enter Oktoberfest through Italy and show your 1-park, 2-park or Platinum Pass.

[coasterfreak101Gimme Some Candy!]

I take it my Fun Card doesn't count? I don't think I paid nearly enough for cool benefits.