It really wasn't that complicated: just reskin the cars a bit to give them a turtle-like look and install a new neon sign outside the entrance. Presto! More riders.
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| The Turtle's very cool, old-school neon sign - the waves move up and down, and the bubbles rise from the mouths of the turtles. |
Anyway, this Tumble was added in 1927. At the time, it had five cars. In 1948, when the current theme was applied, it was upgraded to six cars.
Compared to the noise of Conneaut Lake Park's Tumble Bug, which can be heard throughout the park, Kennywood's ride is relatively quiet; but this may just be due to the ride's position amidst several even louder roller coasters. Another notable contrast is the ride's padding on its seats, which makes riders not slide around as much as opposed to a flat surface, which can be found on Conneaut's Bug.
8 comments:
Man, they really blew it, I truly believe that they should have used a tapeworm theme. RIDE THE WORM!
The theming on this ride is so fun. It isn't "Disneyland" level theming, but who cares? It works great with the cool "turtle" cars and beautiful neon signage. This is one of the flat rides I was looking forward to you posting about. Thanks, Andrew.
The turtle cars are totes adorbs.
It's honestly good they left it as is. When parks try hard to be "Disney-quality," it often falls flat on its face. The neon totally makes the ride that much better!
I agree. Their Tumble Bug brothers are so jealous of them.
Ha! That sounds like it would be more fitting for a "Caterpillar" ride. Those had a canvas canopy that lifted up and covered the circular train of cars, making you a true "wiggly worm!" (or tapeworm or maggot or snake or whatever)
This looks like a really fun ride. And I like the turtle heads, tails, and feet on this version. I hope I get the chance to experience a "Tumble Bug" ride someday!
The decorations increase the "fun factor" 100%! They really are a unique type of ride.
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