CoasterMania weekend...

Does anyone know if Coastermania weekend is a large gathering? As a group does it rival something like the Cleveland Clinic weekend, or will their presence not really be noticed? Thanks for the help.

It's usually a couple thousand extra people.

^Couple thousand? Im not sure about that one, how many people can the Point Pavilion hold because that was kind of full (90%) and we all know enthusiasts never turn down a free lunch.

I went last year on the friday of CoasterMania (wasn't there for it just planned a trip that fell on that day) and the lines were slightly heavy for a Friday, but nothing too drastic! The typical 1hr 15min-Maverick, hour-Millennium and hour Dragster! I actually enjoyed my trip a little more because I got to talk to all the people who are like me, Enthusiasts.

Last year was my first year and it definattly wasn't very full of people. Like Touchdown said the Point Pavolion was only about 90% full. It's looking to be a nice day! Can't wait!

I have to ask... TTD's ERT is scheduled from 7-9 am on Saturday. Then what... are they going to warm it up for us, then shut it down for an hour, and then start it back up at 10? It seems like since the staff is already there and the ride is warmed up, they should just keep it open for the normal early entry time.

Dvo the idea is to have the line empty for the normal public. Thats why MF is closing at 8 (so that the line is empty for the Resorters) and TTD is closing at 9. Just go and enjoy Raptor, Maverick, MF, Iron Dragon or even Planet Snoopy.

Thanks, everyone for your comments. Brought the family up from Cincinnati for Fri., Sat. and Today at the Point. Had a great time. Crowds reasonable. Next year I'll remember to ask about InsectMania rather than CoasterMania.