operative_me Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 Wow, that looks awesome. I'm going to have to dig deep to put aside my hatred of the Steelers for this. It may sound silly, but I think TurnOfTheCentury is right, I think this ride is sort of being overlooked for 2019, but might turn out to be the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 Looking good! It's nice to have that first test run in the books, and Steelers Country looks like it's developing swiftly now. A solid clickety-clack scores points in my book, and it seems/sounds like a quiet, smooth ride. I'm really looking forward to this now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i305isdaddy Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 Agreed, she's not even warmed up yet and that back row already looks like it will be amazing. I'm a little shocked they don't have rescue platforms for possible valleys in the first inversion and the banana roll... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canobie Coaster Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 As long as this coaster tracks smoothly, it looks awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grsupercity Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 The same designer did Lightning Run and that baby is smooth as glass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canobie Coaster Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 I agree how the transitions are designed plays a part but it also comes down to the fabrication. It sounds like those who rode GaleForce year two found it much smoother than those who rode it year one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coneyislandchris Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 I'm ready. I'm so ready for this. I probably won't be able to get out there until Phantom Fright Nights but I may forego the entire rest of the park and just ride this as much as humanly possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bert425 Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 looks amazing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xChris125x Posted June 23, 2019 Share Posted June 23, 2019 Testing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThemeParkJunkie51290 Posted June 23, 2019 Share Posted June 23, 2019 I'm just ready for that 197ft inversion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJLehto Posted June 23, 2019 Share Posted June 23, 2019 Finally! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xChris125x Posted June 23, 2019 Share Posted June 23, 2019 Steel Curtain - More Testing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xChris125x Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 Great footage of Steel Curtain testing by Coaster Touring Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xChris125x Posted June 25, 2019 Share Posted June 25, 2019 More Testing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canobie Coaster Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 I'm seeing a video circulating of some lucky riders on Steel Curtain. Probably test riders, but definitely a great sign. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
middle_keeny Posted June 28, 2019 Share Posted June 28, 2019 I'm seeing a video circulating of some lucky riders on Steel Curtain. Probably test riders, but definitely a great sign. Looks like a maintenance guy or construction worker sneaking in a ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DILinator Posted June 28, 2019 Share Posted June 28, 2019 For those of you who work there, and know what's going on, is there any chance Sky Rocket will be operating by mid-August? I'm planning to bring my kids out for their first visit on my Birthday around that time, and am really hoping all the coasters are open so they can get the full KW experience! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pryonisys Posted June 28, 2019 Share Posted June 28, 2019 Kennywood just posted on their Instagram that opening day for Steel Curtain is July 13th Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoppedup Posted June 28, 2019 Share Posted June 28, 2019 Kennywood just posted on their Instagram that opening day for Steel Curtain is July 13th Sweet! I'll be there about two weeks later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canobie Coaster Posted June 28, 2019 Share Posted June 28, 2019 For those of you who work there, and know what's going on, is there any chance Sky Rocket will be operating by mid-August? I'm planning to bring my kids out for their first visit on my Birthday around that time, and am really hoping all the coasters are open so they can get the full KW experience! Lake Compounce's Phobia has been closed all this year. Since they're owned by the same company as Kennywood, it could be related. Rumor has it, it's the wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rai Fox Posted June 28, 2019 Share Posted June 28, 2019 Lake Compounce's Phobia has been closed all this year. Since they're owned by the same company as Kennywood, it could be related. Rumor has it, it's the wheels. That sounds odd...wheels are swapped all the time, just standard maintenance. It's hard to think of a problem with wheels keeping the rides down for months, unless it's a safety issue with them...but the same rides at other parks are running without issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canobie Coaster Posted June 28, 2019 Share Posted June 28, 2019 Lake Compounce's Phobia has been closed all this year. Since they're owned by the same company as Kennywood, it could be related. Rumor has it, it's the wheels. That sounds odd...wheels are swapped all the time, just standard maintenance. It's hard to think of a problem with wheels keeping the rides down for months, unless it's a safety issue with them...but the same rides at other parks are running without issue. I've heard it's the coating on the wheels. The original date I heard for the coaster being back up was right before the 4th of July so we'll see if that happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rai Fox Posted June 28, 2019 Share Posted June 28, 2019 I'll be there on the third, so...I guess I'll find out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PennStater Posted June 28, 2019 Share Posted June 28, 2019 Sky Rocket's issue has nothing to do with the wheels. I can't speak for Phobia. Sent from my Galaxy S10+ using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xChris125x Posted June 29, 2019 Share Posted June 29, 2019 Steel Curtain testing at sunset Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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