Cedar Point 2009

What can I say about Cedar Point that I haven't already said? It is one of my favorite places, and I'll bet you would love it too. Yesterday we had a wonderful day. Perfect weather. Lots of great rides. The Dragster picture looks just like one I posted before (only a year older). The rest of the pictures (click) are seriously sun-drenched.

From Cedar Point 2009

We had one big mishap, and it paid some dividends. Early in the morning we were going to ride Maverick, which I had yet to ride. There were very short lines, but while we were waiting, it had a minor problem. A few minutes later they had it back up and we were riding. Maverick has two lift launches. On the second launch (which is out of a dark tunnel) we shot out as designed, but at the top of the hill the machine braked heavily and we slid back down backwards, all the way into the tunnel. There we sat for 40 minutes - 12 of us. Harnessed in with no way out.

Eventually they got the machine working and we were re-launched. When we arrived in the station they gave us a free no-waiting pass onto Top Thrill Dragster, Raptor and Millennium Force. We turned the Dragster and Raptor ones into instant front seat rides. Not too shabby.

In general, Cedar Point never looked better. The place is extremely clean and well manicured. Everything (well, most things) seemed to be in great working order. Even the ticket prices were reasonable (early season Internet specials). Famous Dave's was great, as always, for BBQ wings and Sam Adams. I hope the coming Memorial Day weekend turns out as nice.

Here's a tip:
save your parking receipt and turn it in for 100% credit at Famous Dave's. I've been doing this for years. $10 off! It works at some of the other places on the pennisula that aren't in the main park, but you won't find it printed anywhere.