Okay. I live about 45 minutes from Busch Gardens, and have been there a number of times. Didn’t go last year for various reasons, but I generally go every year.
There’s a new ride that they’ve been building for a while, and it’s just about ready. The reason I know this is because every day for the last week, I’ve seen commercials for the new ride. In just about every single show, on every station, in the Richmond area. The new ride is called the Griffon, and it takes you up 205 feet, then drops you at a 90 degree angle at 70 mph, and, um, floorless. I don’t think I’ve been on any of those, unless you count the Alpengeist, which isn’t listed as a floorless coaster.
Here’s the thing. I like Busch Gardens, and I like some roller coasters. But I am afraid of heights, and it gets worse the older I get, and I can just about take the current fear of Apollo’s Chariot, which has a 210-ft. drop, and which I quite often pass up in favor of Loch Ness Monster. I have an adrenaline limit. Unlike your adrenaline junkie, I can only take so many heart-stopping moments before I have to just say “Sure, I’ll carry your stuff!” and wait for you to get on and off the ride.
Of course, I want to try to go on this one. Whether I succeed is anybody’s guess.
I’ve always wanted to check out the Busch Gardens up there. I haven’t been to the one here though in a couple of years. Seems like they’re always adding new stuff.
I’ve actually become more tolerant of heights since I’ve gotten older. Still the Griphon sounds a bit much for me. I really like the Comet at HersheyPark, but I really prefer the spinning rides. (The Scrambler at Hershey is a family favorite.)
I’d be willing to organize a Busch Gardens meet-and-greet this summer, but I’d prefer it in the middle of the week. It’s much less crowded on a Wednesday.
Hm. We could get group rates. Double hm.
I share your dislike of heights, and would like to offer an alternative. Best roller coaster I’ve ever been on.
http://www.rcdb.com/id185.htm
My only complaint is that it’s not long enough.