Cheetah Hunt

[Kraken&Manta]

To the old question of how the themeing of the station will compare to Manta's... here's the answer:

http://www.buschgardenstampablog.com/today-bg-park-president-jim-dean-rode-cheetah-hunt

It was nearly a year ago that Busch Gardens Park President Jim Dean donned a hard hat and stood on a pile of dirt to record a YouTube video teasing the park’s new attraction.

Today, Dean had the opportunity to ride Cheetah Hunt for the first time with Busch Gardens’ VP of Marketing, Gerard Hoeppner. Following their front-row ride, Dean commented “We have another winner here.”
Cheetah Hunt opens to the public on Friday, May 27.

Awesome, just awesome.

 

[Andy]

I remember talking to him in the park and you could tell he was truly excited about CH and couldn't wait to ride. 10 more days for me.

 

[Tbad556]

I can't believe it's been nearly a year since that video was posted. I can't wait to finally get on this thing within the upcoming weeks.

 

[Octobers Fade]

Alot of work in short amount of time looks great.

 

[Tim]

wow they did a good job on the station. It will be even better once the cheetah rock is finished.

 

[Shellemonster]

So, no pictures of the water in the rhino rally valley? I don't know if they actually finished filling it, but I haven't seen anything to the contrary.

And about the fences... I assume that's for separating any animals they need to for any number of reasons. The main cheetah area has a high rock on the one side with a running track that goes from one side to the other. Basically you walk between the exhibit and the second launch when entering the new area. There are enclosed viewing areas on each end, and a large long railing to watch the cheetahs run. Something I personally found extremely cool, is that when you enter, you can't see the coaster at all (excluding windcatcher tower). There is no indication until you pass under the first launch where the focus leaves the cheetahs and goes to the coaster. This also prevents the cheetahs from stressing about the ride since they can't see it really. Gonna be a super cool area. :thumbs:

 

[StarTrekGeek]

I actually got to admit, the station looks cooler than I expected.

I really can't wait to ride this thing in the summer! :happy:

 

[Tim]

So, no pictures of the water in the rhino rally valley? I don't know if they actually finished filling it, but I haven't seen anything to the contrary.

And about the fences... I assume that's for separating any animals they need to for any number of reasons. The main cheetah area has a high rock on the one side with a running track that goes from one side to the other. Basically you walk between the exhibit and the second launch when entering the new area. There are enclosed viewing areas on each end, and a large long railing to watch the cheetahs run. Something I personally found extremely cool, is that when you enter, you can't see the coaster at all (excluding windcatcher tower). There is no indication until you pass under the first launch where the focus leaves the cheetahs and goes to the coaster. This also prevents the cheetahs from stressing about the ride since they can't see it really. Gonna be a super cool area. :thumbs:

Thank you!

 

[tiredoldspook]

OK, I expect October's Fade and Myself will be at the gate around 6:30 on the 27th...Who is bringing donuts?

 

[DanB89]

Long time lurker, first time poster here.

I'm planning on being at the parking booths about and hour and a half before park opening (with coffee and breakfast in tow). With a little luck, that should put me at the park gate right when they open the parking lots.

 

[tiredoldspook]

Dan we will be looking for you...Glad to see you posting also...

 

[Andy]

OK, I expect October's Fade and Myself will be at the gate around 6:30 on the 27th...Who is bringing donuts?

If I didn't have to work I would be there with you guys along with donuts. I will be there on the 26th and 28th for hopefully many rides.

 

[tiredoldspook]

Your JOb needs to understand they should pay you to be at Busch this amazing day...

 

[Andy]

Your JOb needs to understand they should pay you to be at Busch this amazing day...

I am going to print this and take it to work, I'm being serious

 

[tiredoldspook]

They can call me I will vouch for it.

 

[macpctech1989]

This is why I love my JOB! Bay News 9 is doing their Media Story on May 26th!!! I get to ride it 1 day early!!! :happy:

 

[LADY_BUG]

Cool, Please let us know how was your experience..

 

[rotcav]

Can't wait to hear the reports guys! I'd love to be there, but alas, I'll be at Cedar Point all week going 121MPH!

 

[Octobers Fade]

They can call me I will vouch for it.

You just keep trying to make that line as long as possible.... got any Brazilian tours you want to invite?

 

[tiredoldspook]

You will be at Cedar Point enjoying the lines..Well actually school will still be in shouldn't be to bad. Hope you are staying on site for that hour early entry. At least you will have cooler temps then us. I have to get back there I went TTD 2nd year. Maybe next year..