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mapman
23 Jul 02, 11:21 AM
If you've not been on Kraken - enjoy these piccies !

http://www.thedibb.co.uk/iB_html/uploads/post-12-18865-kraken3.jpg
taken from the top of the SkyTower 400 ft high - Kraken is awesome, especially the first drop

http://www.thedibb.co.uk/iB_html/uploads/post-12-18725-kraken1.jpg

http://www.thedibb.co.uk/iB_html/uploads/post-12-18793-kraken2.jpg

Byeeee  .
Stu
23 Jul 02, 11:59 AM
Steve,
Kraken is one of the best rollercoaster rides I've ever been on, it's so smooth and the anticipation to the first drop as you climb what seems an endless first hill is awesome. Love it and cant wait to sample it again.
mapman
23 Jul 02, 12:07 PM
Absolutely, awesome . . our DD Verity was devastated and in tears when we first went on because she was half inch too small and they were very strict about height. So when we went a few days later, she wore her platform shoes and went straight on to the front row - wicked
She loved it  .
Anne
23 Jul 02, 12:25 PM
Brilliant photos Steve - but I'm with Julie, don't think I'll be going on it, as I'm too much of a wuss .
BONZO
23 Jul 02, 02:03 PM
Kraken is brilliant - especially the front row.

The theming and surrounding areas could be better, but it doesn't detaract from the ride though.
shamu
23 Jul 02, 03:59 PM
Absolutely Brilliant !

Brings back lots of Happy memories and a burning desire to go back and ride it again and again !!

.  .

/J
crumblesmum
23 Jul 02, 06:08 PM
OMG  .  I promised Stu I'd do this coaster on this trip  . (just once) I feel a tad sick now:wow

Nice pics Steve
jue
23 Jul 02, 11:22 PM
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On my must do list for October.

Can't wait though usually I have my eyes closed all the way round a roller coaster 'cos I don't like heights # #. #. #But I still have to go on them at least once . Thanks for the pictures they are great.
Amazing-Grace
24 Jul 02, 01:01 AM
Great photo's but certainly NOT for me ,
Anita
24 Jul 02, 10:37 AM
Great Photos Steve  .
I'll look after all the bags and small children while you all ride  , I'm too chicken
Carole
24 Jul 02, 11:32 AM
Great photos! They've confirmed my decision to not go on that coaster .
I'll just watch Jo enjoy it (and dh if she manages to drag him on)
Mushu
24 Jul 02, 04:27 PM
We did this front the front row as well.

I must say the Dragon Khan in Salou is pretty near, that is supposed to be 8 loops!!  .  ,
OrlandoRocks
24 Jul 02, 06:16 PM
For those of you too scared to ride, here is what you are missing out on.


Down the Main Drop
http://www.virtualcoasters.com/gallery/albums/Kraken/aaq.jpg

Into the Tunnel
http://www.virtualcoasters.com/gallery/albums/Kraken/aad.jpg

Dave .
BONZO
24 Jul 02, 06:20 PM
Dave,

Great pics! - keep 'em coming - this is what we want!
Anne
24 Jul 02, 08:12 PM
</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (Silver @ July 24 2002,20:07)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">OMG, now I know why I'm a total wuss !!!!

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Same here Julie
Anita
24 Jul 02, 08:29 PM
Great photos
I'll join you girls &nbsp;, &nbsp;.
Carole
24 Jul 02, 09:06 PM
Ooooooohhhh, I feel ick now .

Don't like those last pics....
TracyK
25 Jul 02, 01:06 AM
Great pictures Steve. &nbsp;This is my favourite ride in Orlando. &nbsp;Riding up front is just wonderful. &nbsp;I have to say that after riding Air at Alton Towers that Kraken has just nudged into second place on my list of all time favourite rides.
I'll be on it in three weeks time. . &nbsp;.
Tracy
mapman
25 Jul 02, 09:40 AM
Fantastic pics Dave.

Tracy - I'm desperate to go to Alton Towers and taste Air, Nemesis and Oblivion (think DW wants to visit the shops and the gardens, bless)
BONZO
25 Jul 02, 01:47 PM
Tracey,

Alton Towers all booked in for 12th / 13th August!

Mini trip report to follow.
mapman
25 Jul 02, 03:02 PM
</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (BONZO @ July 25 2002,13:47)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Alton Towers all booked in for 12th / 13th August!</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'>
You just HAD to rub it in didn't you - I'm the one who's desperate to go

LOL - &nbsp;.
Hemelman
29 Jul 02, 10:04 AM
Excellent photos - reminded me why I rate Kraken as my no. 1 coaster. &nbsp;

Mick
TracyK
29 Jul 02, 12:04 PM
Bonzo
I would suggest getting there before opening and heading straight for Air to pick up a FP. &nbsp;We did this and managed to ride it twice in succession. &nbsp;Later in the day the wait time was 180 minutes. &nbsp;Have a brilliant time.
Tracy
bengunn
29 Jul 02, 12:24 PM
Great pics, I am looking forward to Kraken as it was not built the last itme we were in Orlando. That first drop looks a bit extreme though - reminds me of Oblivion (which I was not so sure that I liked).
BONZO
29 Jul 02, 01:22 PM
Tracy,

....and just to rub it in for Steve....we'll be staying on-site so we get Early Entry to the park.

Luckily, we have DDs in tow, so they'll take the pics and look after the bags.

.
TracyK
30 Jul 02, 12:55 AM
You lucky things, I've always wanted to stay on site. &nbsp;Even more so now I know they do early entry. &nbsp;They also do child swap on the big rides. &nbsp;You have to get a card from Guest Relations. &nbsp;
Have a brilliant time. &nbsp;
I'll just have to console myself with the thought that I'll be in Orlando in 2 weeks time.

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Tracy