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by Zamperla
Fri Aug 26, 2011 6:43 pm
Forum: South Australia Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Adelaide Show '11
Replies: 86
Views: 58525

Re: Adelaide Show '11

Nice work Dazzleland. Keep them coming
by Zamperla
Wed Aug 24, 2011 7:50 pm
Forum: Public Forum
Topic: New spin on slide
Replies: 6
Views: 4652

Re: New spin on slide

Looks superb - with all that dazzling light you could have punters tripping on the stairs!

are the LED's under the slide surface or just rope lights on the edges?
by Zamperla
Sat Aug 20, 2011 6:37 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Ekka 2011
Replies: 82
Views: 38427

Re: Ekka 2011

Can anyone confirm if Short's new dodgem track is there? (I am guessing not from no photos)
by Zamperla
Fri Aug 19, 2011 4:40 pm
Forum: South Australia Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Adelaide Show '11
Replies: 86
Views: 58525

Re: Adelaide Show '11

Good work Dazzleland nice shots. As for the visibility vest - any Bunnings or workwear store (cheap one shouldn't cost you more than $10)
by Zamperla
Fri Aug 19, 2011 3:12 pm
Forum: Public Forum
Topic: One killed, 8 injured on Hurricane in Brazil
Replies: 9
Views: 6689

Re: One killed, 8 injured on Hurricane in Brazil

Ben I never knew about that one. Maybe this is why they were all upgraded to have 2 idiot-proof locks on the bar. Of all the rides to stand up on, Hurricane would have to be the worst desicion. lol
by Zamperla
Wed Aug 17, 2011 6:00 pm
Forum: Travelling/Portable Rides
Topic: Where Is "Star Dancer" ride??
Replies: 23
Views: 12798

Re: Where Is "Star Dancer" ride??

Good question Steve - 2007 was about the last time I saw it anywhere too.
by Zamperla
Wed Aug 17, 2011 4:00 pm
Forum: Aussie World
Topic: Aussie World visit
Replies: 6
Views: 6715

Re: Aussie World visit

Great photo report - that park is consistently top notch - ride presentation, pathways, all very well maintained.

The redback track looks very high is the travelling Disk-O we have in Aus the same height?
by Zamperla
Mon Aug 15, 2011 7:21 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Ekka 2011
Replies: 82
Views: 38427

Re: Ekka 2011

It is very interesting reading the comments on EKKA's facebook page coming in thick and fast. A great deal of complaints are focused around the showbag pavillion: Lorraine Tobin -Temporary showbag pavilion managed very poorly. What r you going to do about it RNA? 30 min. Wait to get in. Yesterday at...
by Zamperla
Sun Aug 14, 2011 2:04 am
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Ekka 2011
Replies: 82
Views: 38427

Re: Ekka 2011

is the showbag pavillion a moveable marquee? or is it on permanent foundations?
by Zamperla
Sun Aug 14, 2011 12:50 am
Forum: Travelling/Portable Rides
Topic: ARM Ali-Baba
Replies: 22
Views: 10982

Re: ARM Ali-Baba

Ali Baba's are an easy set up, and seem to be good earners where ever they go. It will just mean more country shows get to experience it.
by Zamperla
Sat Aug 13, 2011 11:03 pm
Forum: Travelling/Portable Rides
Topic: ARM Ali-Baba
Replies: 22
Views: 10982

Re: ARM Ali-Baba

The fact that its a copy of what is already here and the out-there theme reminds me of Chant's stuff. Just a guess.
by Zamperla
Sat Aug 13, 2011 2:17 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Ekka 2011
Replies: 82
Views: 38427

Re: Ekka 2011

For a comparison of the changes of the ground with showbag hall check out these 2 images from the same spot overhead (also showing the underground traffic tunnels that run directly under the grounds): Before: http://www.nearmap.com/?ll=-27.449852,153.029796&z=19&t=h&nmd=20100720 After: h...
by Zamperla
Sat Aug 13, 2011 2:06 pm
Forum: Western Australian Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: 2010 Perth Royal Show
Replies: 53
Views: 53845

Re: 2010 Perth Royal Show

Last year's Perth Show from overhead:
http://www.nearmap.com/?ll=-31.972178,1 ... d=20100919
by Zamperla
Sat Aug 13, 2011 1:51 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Browns Plains Carnival
Replies: 4
Views: 3282

Re: Browns Plains Carnival

Lots of photos of Extreme Force please (if it shows up!)
by Zamperla
Sat Aug 13, 2011 1:50 pm
Forum: Aussie World
Topic: RES Giant Slide has a new home
Replies: 5
Views: 7320

Re: RES Giant Slide has a new home

it's a good purchase for Aussieworld. that ground is already sloping too which would help. I also see in that aerial photo all the pieces of the new flume ride they will be installing. Great to see Aussieworld is really expanding. Top park (and not so little anymore)
by Zamperla
Fri Aug 12, 2011 1:49 am
Forum: Travelling/Portable Rides
Topic: A few unique rides I'd like to have in Australia
Replies: 74
Views: 58611

Re: A few unique rides I'd like to have in Australia

fantastic photos Hurri - thanks for sharing. Yes it sure is an overly complicated design with the lifting element.
by Zamperla
Thu Aug 11, 2011 12:35 am
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Ekka 2011
Replies: 82
Views: 38427

Re: Ekka 2011

Funderstruck, you should be awarded an RES Hall of Fame for that effort ;) yes I think a lot of Brisbane people and show enthusiasts share your cautious sentiments about the "new" EKKA (let's hope it is better than what happened to the "new" Melbourne Showgrounds, with residentia...
by Zamperla
Wed Aug 10, 2011 8:25 pm
Forum: Luna Park Melbourne
Topic: Luna Park Melbourne Youtube film
Replies: 8
Views: 8428

Re: Luna Park Melbourne Youtube film

Jobius I thought I had commented on your original post when you first submitted it - that Youtube video is brilliant and has some very rare and fascinating video footage. Thanks for sharing it (and a big thumbs up to the person who put it online) I agree LPM does need some investment and new rides -...
by Zamperla
Wed Aug 10, 2011 8:09 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: What's happening in surfers
Replies: 25
Views: 12449

Re: What's happening in surfers

Sad for those who've invested. My opinion is that most of its target-market would have had a similar if not higher view from their high-rise hotel room window - the view would be a major factor in enticing riders. Surfers Paradise is really suffering at the moment with the high $AU decreasing overse...
by Zamperla
Mon Aug 08, 2011 7:37 pm
Forum: Queensland Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Ekka 2011
Replies: 82
Views: 38427

Re: Ekka 2011

Oz you hauling it to Adelaide after EKKA?
by Zamperla
Sun Aug 07, 2011 7:08 pm
Forum: Western Australian Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: 2011 Perth Royal Show (October 1st-8th)
Replies: 35
Views: 187379

Re: 2011 Perth Royal Show (October 1st-8th)

Anyone know what east coast rides are heading over this year? Mega Drop I am guessing, what others?
by Zamperla
Sun Aug 07, 2011 7:07 pm
Forum: South Australia Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Adelaide Show '11
Replies: 86
Views: 58525

Re: Adelaide Show '11

Dagz yeah I will be heading over to Adelaide to check it out (I think it has become my favourite Capital show) won't be working there this year though. Not too sure who you are but I have a good idea ;)
by Zamperla
Sun Aug 07, 2011 1:51 pm
Forum: Luna Park Sydney
Topic: Big Dipper coaster on-ride footage
Replies: 1
Views: 3673

Big Dipper coaster on-ride footage

Here is some footage of the Big Dipper operating (now Cylone at Dreamworld)

move to 4:20 minute mark:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0iUkj2nC ... re=related
by Zamperla
Thu Aug 04, 2011 1:57 pm
Forum: South Australia Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Adelaide Show '11
Replies: 86
Views: 58525

Re: Adelaide Show '11

Work safe wont bother them! you might have been thinking Melbourne show?? SafeWork S.A might tho
:oops:
by Zamperla
Wed Aug 03, 2011 3:20 pm
Forum: South Australia Travelling Fairs/Shows
Topic: Adelaide Show '11
Replies: 86
Views: 58525

Re: Adelaide Show '11

Just make sure you let the ride staff you're NOT Worksafe, with a smile.