2006 Seatbelt changes?

From our own Admin Jeff on Coasterbuzz.com

"Word on the street is that the belts will change again this year, and for the better. The routing of the belts will also be better.

That's just what I hear. Sometimes I hear things that aren't true."

Seems like there might be some nice things in store for those who are a little to big to ride...

This is very good for those who can't ride anymore.

I sure hope so

And for capacity ;)

Like geewhzz said, hopefully this will help increase capacity, and decrease the time it takes to get trains out of the station, not to mention decreasing the number of upset guests. *** Edited 3/2/2006 9:41:10 PM UTC by DBCP***

I've been very disappointed with the way MF has been running for the past two seasons. It'll be great to see the ride somewhat back to normal if this is true.

Will the change be done on TTD as well?

*** Edited 3/2/2006 9:39:52 PM UTC by Gomez***

Seatbelts haven't been an issue on TTD, have they?

MrScott
*** Edited 3/2/2006 10:27:01 PM UTC by MrScott***

Not as bad as on Millennium, but still a hassle.

Well I really do hope this is true. Last season I did struggle with the belts but always managed to get them fastened but I know I have put on weight this off season.

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Cory Marshall

I emailed park operations and asked them if the seat belts were changing in any way and here's what they had to say.

Thank you for your question. At this time there are no plans to change the
seatbelts again at Millennium Force. I will explain that the previous changes
were mandated by the manufacturer and not Cedar Point. We realize that a
change in any restraint can end up restricting some of our guests from riding
their favorite rides. I weigh 225 and I am able to fasten all the seatbelts
and pull down all the harnesses with no problem. I will not lie to you and say
that everyone will fit on every ride. That is just not the case. We do offer
test seats in front of some of the newer rides and we do allow guests to come
up the exit and try the seat out before waiting should you have any question or
concerns. I know this is not the exact answer you are looking for but it is
the best I can do. I do hope this helps you out.

Bob Wozniak
Park Operations

That's quite the personal response. Nice to see that once and a while.

Wow, I never knew that a guest could walk up the exit and try it there.

It would be great if the seatbelts got bigger, not just for the guests for us ride ops too!

We're going into season 3 of Intamin's retarded safety theory. Will this thing ever end. It's sad sometimes to watch MF operate sometimes. I feel bad for the ride ops.

At least it's safe! ;)

...and it wasn't before?

*sarcasm* and ;)

Those are the two knows signs that show sarcasm. Please, get to know them because they are used a lot around here.

Oh...got me.. didn't see the ;) oversite on my part, score one for you. oops.. forgot to put in my ;)

I'm a Dog ;)

Haha... I just found this post. I found it interesting that Bob Wozniak used the word "fit" in his e-mail response. Things must have changed since 2004. That summer we were never allowed to use the word "fit"...

"the seatbelt and lapbar must function properly..."

Its still drilled into my brain permanently...

What is the Maximum weight compacity right now that Millennium Force can handle with the seat belt? I was just curious because I kind of forgot. Not that I have to worry about because I'm still skinny, but my friend is visiting Cedar Point for the first time this summer he is a little chubby.