WOW! hopefully, the fire was not directed caused by the ride itself. Hopefully, it was a light fixture or something. Repairing what is a very old roof is easy. It was good to hear that the Media Day is now scheduled again. Assuming that stays that way despite a roof fire! I really hope this ride doesn't turn into DejaVu?! I know that most of the delays have been caused simply because of bad weather, but it seems like the park keeps hitting bad luck with this thing!
Can this ride possibly have any more setbacks? At least it is not the ride itself, because I just about had a heart attack when I saw the post about the coaster being on fire on my FB scanner page.
Statement from Six Flags Great America posted on Marcus Leshock's Facebook page:
"Earlier today there was a small fire on the roof of the Goliath station. Park personnel quickly contained and extinguished the fire and Gurnee Fire department then responded to investigate. The roof sustained minimal damage and there were no injuries. This will not affect the opening or future operation of the ride."
Reading the article makes me feel a lot better. Everything is still on schedule. Media Day set for June 18th. My birthday is June 20th and that could very well be the public opening date! Goliath!
coasterfanatic wrote:Reading the article makes me feel a lot better. Everything is still on schedule. Media Day set for June 18th. My birthday is June 20th and that could very well be the public opening date! Goliath!
Does that mean the ride will be open to the public on the 19th?
Jacklw6499 wrote:I think Goliath is cursed, Wonder how the fire started. Glad to hear the the ride wasn't damaged but more importantly that nobody was hurt.
Were they doing any shingle work up there? I have heard of the tar catching fire at times with roof work.
Still waiting for my conformation email from ACE for the June 18th media day. Hopefully within the next day or two. I hope this will finally be it! It's been ridiculous how many plans I have changed and moved around for this coaster. But I know it'll be worth it
Can a coaster perform voodoo? Cause Iron Wolf must be doin some sh**. What else could set you back? An earthquake? Lightning? A new plague? This ride is not the best with the press is it?
I give up Goliath, I'll see you after you open whenever the hell that may be.
Glad no one was hurt let alone the damage was minor but damn.
Casting Call! We are seeking highly energetic individuals that can ride a record breaking roller coaster multiple times for our Goliath Commercial Shoot on June 14th. Check out the information below for all the details and how to apply! Six Flags Great America is seeking extras to volunteer their time for the commercial shoot for Goliath on June 14th from either 8:00am-1:00pm or 12:30pm-5:00pm We are looking for teens and adults at least 18 years of age that are able to ride multiple times consecutively to help us showcase our new ride in upcoming commercials! If you are interested in being a part of this film shoot please follow the instructions and fill out the form using the link below. We will be in contact with you if you have been chosen to participate in our film shoot! Below is information you MUST read before participating: IMPORTANT INFORMATION: • Age requirements – MUST be at least 18 years of age • Height requirements – MUST be at least 48” tall • Filming will begin at 8am so please ARRIVE EARLY to check in and get your photo taken • Must be in summer-like attire, NO LOGOS (if it is chilly out you can bring additional clothes to wear when you are not riding) • No visible tattoos or facial piercings • Food and drinks will be provided • Parking will be provided • All participants will check in at the front gate • Everyone must fill out a photo release • Each participant will receive the opportunity to be one of the first to ride Goliath If you are able to comply with the guidelines above please follow the link to submit your application. https://docs.google.com/a/sixflags.com/ ... U/viewform
Awesome POV! Hopefully Goliath will be testing this weekend, it would be cool to see it test in person!
Well, the only chance I had of riding Goliath was this weekend before leaving town, but obviously it's not opening, so now to wait until August to ride Goliath, but I'm sure the wait will be worth it
Does it bug anyone else that one of the handrails towards the top of the lift is warped? I don't mean because safety obviously, but because it looks out of place
So I'm confused about one thing. If they have the commercial shoot on the 14th and media day the 18th, is the ride just going to stay closed for the days in between till media day? Makes no sense! Have media day before the commercial shoot!
