Beech Bend Press Confrence Photo TR

by **MattyboiTN** » Sat Oct 29, 2005 7:27 pm

The looping star is getting all new cars check out www.rcdb.com they have photos of the new cars and looks like all the restrants might work this time but for how long ?

by **Mind Eraser** » Sat Oct 29, 2005 8:07 pm

It continues to amaze me that Pinfari still builds their ZL42's (and Zyklons!) with OTSR's. I seriously think OTSR's are just cheaper and easier to put on than lap bars. But, let's face it, the loop on the Looping Star is taken at such a high speed, you could safely ride through it without any restraint.

They have an identical Looping Star in Ocean City, MD. I LOVE the ride!... but you definitely gotta fight the shoulder bars at some points.

-kip-

by **TConwell** » Sun Oct 30, 2005 6:33 am

Thank you so much for posting this TR! I had planned on attending but got caught up with work and just could not break away to make the trip. Many thanks!!!

by **BiCoastal Kid** » Sun Oct 30, 2005 7:35 am

For easier browsing....

New Looping Star trains!

I think they look really nice! I think Beech Bend will soon become another one of those friendly family owned parks that everybody loves to go to. Maybe they'll have themselves an event? 8)

by **dandaman** » Sun Oct 30, 2005 2:38 pm

I <3 McD's

Great Photo TR! Looping Star reminds me of the Red Devil or something... :lol:

by **Jeezus Juice** » Sun Oct 30, 2005 4:36 pm

Hey, now that we have the New Mexico Rattler and the Kentucky Rumbler, when are we gonna see the Ohio Rumpshaker??

Just, you know, incase PKI wants another woodie or somethin'.

-Don

Youtube · by **robbalvey** » Tue Nov 01, 2005 5:53 pm

Here is the official press release from the park:

A press conference was held on Friday, October 28 at Beech Bend Park with news media, coaster enthusiasts, local dignitaries and politicians and cheerleaders from Bowling Green Jr. High in attendance. The name of the huge, new wooden coaster was unveiled. It will be called “The Kentucky Rumbler” and will roar out of the station for the first time on May 6, 2006. Confetti, fireworks and cheers from the Bowling Green Jr. High cheerleaders were all part of the celebration. The winner of the “Name That Coaster” contest was announced: the winner is Derek Sailors from Surfside Beach, South Carolina who was the first person to submit the Kentucky Rumbler name. Derek submitted his entry on August 23rd and he will receive two season passes to the park and have the opportunity to be on the first train on opening day. The park received thousands of entries from all around the world. Thanks to all those who participated.

Press conference attendees were also treated to a construction tour guided by coaster designer and Vice-President of Great Coasters International, Jeff Pike. ERT (exclusive ride time) on the Wild Mouse topped off the day. The entire press conference was filmed by a Discovery channel crew who is putting together a documentary featuring the Kentucky Rumbler. The Discovery channel crew filmed Wednesday through Saturday last week. The documentary will air in the United States in April next year. We’ll keep you posted on the exact air dates.

by **bgwfreak** » Thu Nov 03, 2005 6:13 am

Been there done that!!! Did you stop by the Corvette museum just up the road?

by **LizTV** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 6:16 am

Big thanks to absolutely everyone who attended!

It was lovely to meet some of you and I'm glad you all enjoyed yourself.

The photo's are fantastic - Although I'm not sure about the one of me and David (the director) on the Wild Mouse - Scary! :oops:

by **Tomizzle For Rizzle** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 8:48 am

BiCoastal Kid wrote:"The Purple" is obviously the best name for a team ever.

Great TR, awesome pics too!

AGREED! That kills...The Purple. Looks like a cross between Barney and a KKK member...

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