Thanks for the well wishes everyone. I'm aware of the accident on Mindbender, and when I'm there, I'll definitely be hoping it doesn't happen again. Wouldn't be the first time I've ridden a ride that's previously claimed a life, but it may be the first that was due to mechanical issues. I don't mean...

I'll start this thread by saying I'm a big Chicago Blackhawks fan and have traveled to a few other arenas to see a game. I finally decided to drop the money and head out to Alberta to see them on 2/3s of the Canadian leg of their annual Circus Trip. I will be at the games in Calgary and Edmonton. On...

Any word on when this might open? I was thinking of taking a trip to Charlotte March 27ish next year to catch a race. I figured I'd also hit Carowinds while I'm out there, but don't want to go if this isn't open yet. Just logically thinking, March seems like it would be too soon to have a new ride c...

I could get Sfgam stuff for you and anything else that happens to be in the Chicago area. I may be willing to take a drive depending on the event and my time off availability at work.

A few years ago I thought we would have seen something at least 500 feet by now, but money is the most likely issue as most responders have pointed out. It just doesn't make much financial sense to build a massive ride like this because the increase in attendance isn't worth it. It's also a point of...

Hello everyone, I'm Chris. I've been a coaster enthusiast since about 2006 and have built up a meager track record of 115 built up in that time. I live in the Chicago area which makes SFGAm my home park. I'm also a mechanical engineer for full time work with a diminishing hope of one day working for...