Dude you’re my favorite coaster content creator by far, you’re a coaster nerd who isn’t cringe about it and your casualness shines through. Your Kings Island video hyped me up for my trip so much and I had a killer time!! Busch Gardens Tampa is on my short list so thanks again for an awesome vid!! I hope all the success for you Mr coaster TH-cam man 🫡
@@nozzwald hell yes thank u so much! Means the world. I’m glad u had a great time at kings island! If u love coasters you’ve absolutely gotta hit Busch gardens Tampa. It is an awesome place!
Yeah this dude nailed it. By far the best coaster channel! The TH-cam algorithm does do something nice from time to time. I a B.G.T. local and this video of you is perfect! Looking forward to seeing reaction to VelociCoaster and what analogy you'll use if you were to compare to The Gwazi of Iron.
This is my home park. Me and my friends do the entire park eyes closed front row. Pretty much every ride is walk on on the right day on weekdays. It has to be one of the best $ for $ days you can have. You rock man, really did you channel
Clicked the video because I'm a Tampa resident and love Busch Gardens. Stayed because of the beatdown hardcore intro and chill vibes. This is exactly my niche, great stuff!
Iron Gwazi, tail seat, during howloscream, at 1am, is probably the greatest combo for an adrenaline rush that I have experienced. My friend was shaking and laughing uncontrollably.
Grew up not too far, went almost every weekend growing up. Some fun coasters honestly, but you have to go on a slow day, or its gonna be packed. Montu front row is still the best experience.
Kumba has 1 train that is definitely more rough for some reason. Been that way for years. The back row is rough, but that's why I like it. Though I often feel really motion sick after. One of my favorite rides, but I really have to space out rerides on it
I grew up at this park visiting every weekend or skipping school to sneak over on days when it felt like you were the only person there. We would ride Montu back to back 10x in a row! Gwazi wasn't Iron Gwazi yet but still a ton of fun! Kumba wasn't nearly as rough as it is now (or maybe I'm just old 😅) and there was an awesome water ride called tidal wave that you could stand on the bridge under the drop and get absolutely drenched!! It's such a beautiful park with all the gardens and animal exhibits. Now that I've seen your review, I've got to get back and ride Iron Gwazi!!
You absolutely need to go and ride Iron Gwazi. One of the best coasters in the world. Love hearing these stories of everyone's experiences with the park growing up. Makes me so happy!
Montu was the first coaster I ever rode in 8th grade back in 1999. I went last week and rode it again for the first time since then. Hit so much harder than I remember. Maybe because I'm 38 and that stuff effects me more now.
Wow, this video randomly popped in my feed and I'm so glad I clicked on it. This was so chill and you seem like a guy who would be so much fun to be friends with. I've lived in Florida near the Tampa area literally all my life. (I'm 27 now.) And only had ever been to Busch Gardens a handful of times when I was a pre-teen, since my mom had gotten us an annual pass. I was always too scared to really ride anything though at that age. I've since (mostly.) gotten over that fear. This video was so fun and has made me realize I've been missing out on some amazing shit just a short drive away from me. I will be finding time to make a trip to the park ASAP thanks to this video. You're awesome dude, please keep making content.
Florida man here, me and friends go here like 4-5 times a year and we have never ridden this much rides in 1 day purley cause we manage to schedule on busy days, cool to see somone on the front lines posting on this and glad you had a fun time there shits hella fun! Edit: If you visit again try it at night seeing the night lights when're high up its cool to see.
Haha, this is my local park. I used to go all the time as a kid but I'm not as big into theme parks anymore. Glad you liked it! I personally think the place took a downturn after Annheuser Busch sold it, but it's still a nice park. Took me ages as a kid to get the nerve to go on Sheikra but it's one of my favorite coasters at the park now.
This is my local park💗 Your reaction to Iron Gwazi was EXACTLY MINE TOO. I didn’t even know what to say after my first ride but I was instantly obsessed. Ive also felt how it warms up later in the day, you’re literally getting ripped out of your seat and can barely hold on and it’s amazing🎢
I’m glad someone pointed out the batwing being underwhelming. Always heard how crazy it was and I’ve always thought that it’s just ok. The silver bullet helix is definitely more intense
i always watch these kinds of videos to see if i'm in them but your commentary had me locked in. i totally agree with you on kumba, all my coworkers hate her except for me :( she just needs a retracking and refurbished trains. also your burger analogy about iron gwazi and steel vengeance is spot on. i love both rides equally but steel vengeance is more enjoyable simply because there's more to it, (and it has a better name). i'm glad you had a good time despite the depressing atmosphere, i swear it's not our fault they're just stubborn and refuse to close the park on days when only like 3 people show up... but it's days like those when i'd call off work or skip school just to go marathon the rides back when i was a pass holder
Yeah idk the atmosphere wasn’t awful. Just felt dead. I am very ok with that for walk on rides all day! Every six flags park except fiesta Texas has a much worse atmosphere lol.
I am SO glad I clicked on this video. This is my local park and I fuckn LOVE how chill you are showing off all the coasters. It's hard to come by coaster vids like this. Instantly subbed.. you're gonna make it for sure.
What a different walk through and in a good way. I didn't know what to really expect with that intro, I am a old metalhead/punk, but you're the guy I want to go to a park with.
Montu is just insane. I sitll remember every second of that coaster after not having been to the park since 09. During the batwing section there was this metal plate on the ground that would rattle so loud as the train flew past it. It created this INSANE roaring sound, and the trains just felt like they were going 1000 mph through there. I can see its not there anymore. Then it goes into this break run that prepares you for the corkscrews, and you're just flying through that bit. The entire ride is so memorable, lost track how many times I've been on it. My favorite rides were the night rides before the park closed, it just felt faster. And I loved the twinkling lights of the park, and little lights positioned throughout the track like on the break runs. Whole thing is such a goddamn vibe. The only inverted track that has given me a similar experience, including the night time experiences, is in Busch Gardens Virginia with the ride Alpengeist. That ride kicks asss. Top three thrills in my life are that, Montu and I305. I had no idea about I305 before I went on it, it was just this ride in the back of Kings Dominion with seemingly no queue line haha, seemed innocent. Kumba and Shiekra were my first go to's in the park right when it would open. My friend and I would be the only two kids on Shiekra bright and early. Shame about your first kumba ride. Seems like the track is deteriorating, I've heard they plan on removing it. I remember it being a little shaky in 09 but it was still smooth enough to enjoy a lot. This is making me wanna fly down to Tampa for a day or two just to revisit. There's so many new rides there I would love to go on. Definitely make your way up to Busch Gardens Virginia though, you'll fucking love it. Shiekra has my heart for Dive coasters still to this day but Griffon and Alpengeist seriously goated
Bushy G's is my home park.. been on all the rides for the past 30 years. remember when Kumba was brand new and all you had was scorpion, python and kumba... I was at BG once when it was closed to the public and i was able to ride kumba 14 times in a row without getting off... that was my limit... i could have rode it infinitely that day and on the 14th run i felt like i might die... love it. great content!
Woah, when did having to be a passholder for the skyride happen?? Honestly it's been closed almost every time I've been to BG for the last year so I thought it wasn't even running anymore.
super glad youtube recommended me this video. bgt is my home park, and even though i really like the concept of roller coasters, i still havent gotten my confidence up to get on most of them. loved your commentary on the park.
@@bogusWasHere you should try some of the coasters! Start with cobras curse, then do cheetah hunt, then SheiKra or kumba, then you can do any coaster in the world tbh. Personally, I think gwazi is super forgiving because it’s so smooth and flowy. It’s intense but it’s so so fun! Go at your own pace and just know that you’re gonna be safe. Coasters are safer than walking down the street!
@@bogusWasHere BGT has a lot of great smaller stuff to start with. Phoenix rising can get u used to hanging your feet like Montu. Kumba has the positive gs. Sheikra has the big drop. Cheetah hunt has the airtime.
@@FaceRippedOff thanks for the tips. ive only ever been on scorpion, which was enough for me to get over a fear of inversions, and phoenix rising, which, like u said, got me used to dangling feet. cobra's curse is definitely up next for me, and cheetah hunt looks awesome, i just need to get over how tall it looks. iron gwazi is absolutely the ultimate goal, just because i feel like an asshole having one of the best coasters in the world in my backyard, and an annual pass, and i've just never ridden it.
@@bogusWasHere do cobras curse next and then cheetah hunt and then sheikra to help with the heights. Cheetah hunts stays low to the ground for the most of it. Sheikra is big but it’s very graceful. It’ll be scary but you got it! My girlfriend is afraid of the height aspect of coasters but she always comes off loving it! And if you do it and you hated it, then you know it’s not for you.
Randomly stumbled on this video. Busch Gardens Tampa is my home park and I feel BLESSED to have this place close by. But yeah, dude you had me laughing over and over love the content and glad you warmed up to Kumba (been my favorite ride forever). Left ya a sub you rock 🤙
@@alec_884 I appreciate ur comment and kindness! I’m also glad I warmed up to Kumba cause I really wanted to love it going in. Wish I had it at my home park. Closest thing I’ve got is riddlers revenge.
@@FaceRippedOff Never been out to CA but that ride looks wild. Being close to Kumba, Montu, and the Hulk made me a megafan of the old B&Ms. Looking forward to your next adventure and hopefully you make it back out to the Sunshine State sometime soon!
@ oh man I’d take BGT over any of my home parks. I love my home parks a lot but BGT is just so so good! Same with islands of adventure. That video will come out tomorrow or the next day!
Love that intro! Sick review thanks man, going today with a sister who is a bit apprehensive about coasters. This is a big help for working our way up and knowing where to stop lol. Also love the BTS reference!!! 😂
I literally used to work at BGT and Phoenix Rising is their more family friendly ride!! The day it opened after work they let all of the employees ride it a couple times and we got free tshirts :) ALSO, they HATE closing the park even if there’s barely anyone in there. We’ve been opened when it’s literally pouring rain and all you can do is go to the gift shop.
Really enjoyed this video! BG is my home park and love that you enjoyed it. My biggest tip to anyone is to not hold onto anything on Kumba - don't you dare touch that restraint lmao - makes it way smoother!
In case anyone is wondering, Serengeti flyers has been closed for months with no announcement of it re-opening. No one truly knows the reason for it. I am so happy that I decided to ride it in May 2024. It closed shortly after. That ride is INSANE.
On Kumba there’s a spot where if you’re sitting on the right most seat in the row as you go into a right turn right at ground level (14:10 mark) if you hold your arm out to your right towards the ground static electricity comes up from the ground. You feel it, you hear it. Next time you’re in town try it. I’ve felt it, my kid felt it. It’s a thing. Cheers!
My home park with my fave rides AND a ska mention? That's like half my personality. Your videos are a great new find - refreshing compared to a lot of other enthusiast vids!
@FaceRippedOff haha how am I supposed to choose! I love big d, the planet Smashers, soul radics, the hippos, the suicide machines...and some love to some local ska: victims of circumstance and the duppies are always on my Playlist. But I love all waves and things that are skadjacent!
I love BGT. Love how close it is to USF. Back when I was a student I went EVERY WEEKEND. The pass is SO WORTH. And Howl o' Scream also slaps every year.
@@TheMeanderingduck6 I feel that! When I saw how close USF was, I was like damn if I went there for school I would have worked at BGT and gone all the time!
I’m so excited! I will be going here in a couple weeks, and I could see Gwazi anywhere from 3-1 in my rankings, no lower, the 2 with potential to keep ahead of it are ArieForce One, and Velocicoaster!
@@FaceRippedOff Something that will make Gwazi a big milestone for me… First coaster 200+ feet! Also you got a new subscriber, great channel, and video!
As a tampa local my only real context for parks is like Busch Gardens, the Universal parks, and Disney World (which is a pretty rare visit for me). Never really even considered that Busch Gardens would be a notable park wrt coasters. They are really fucking good tho. Haven't been since they redid Gwazi (I remember when it was a wood coaster and that shit was liable to give you CTE lmao), but this has me wanting to go again
You’ve gotta go for iron gwazi. That one ride was worth the trip for me. BGT is a contender for me for my fav non universal park. I don’t think it’s fair to compare anything else to universal other than Disney.
This made me kick myself because I've never been there, even though I've lived in Tampa for over two years now going to take a weekday off soon and go!
I love the vibe you brought in man Chilled, laid back, great energy, freaking hilarious all around its awesome BGT is my home park and I love it. But those prices for merch, food and beverage and those surcharges? Ouch But the ride lineup is worth it. Also I agree with Cheetah Hunt’s horrible OTSR’s those things are an abomination and I’m 6’6. If that had the soft strap like Maverick and I305 then it would be a much enjoyable ride but the park doesn’t want to spend the money for it (mainly cause the person running it is cheap) Also yes Iron Gwazi is bat crap amazing. Death roll is demented and the ride from start to finish is just amazing. No filler, no repetition, just pure fun. As far as the whole Iron Gwazi and Velocicoaster thing. It depends which manufacturer you like more If you like Intamin more you’ll like Velocicoaster more and if you like RMC more you’ll like Iron Gwazi. One other note SV is not bad but lately the ops have to staple you and it’s a pain to deal with, at BGT they give you minimum clearance for all that juicy airtime. Again loved the video and enjoy the rest of the Florida trip Dillon
The best part about Busch Gardens is that I’ve never gotten a heat stroke there. Went to Sea World when I was a kid. Got heatstroke. Went to Disney recently. Got heatstroke. Busch Gardens has plenty of shade it’s great. Also it’s home to the only roller coaster my wimpy ass can ride, Sand Serpent.
@@FaceRippedOff WHAT i no longer have a reason to go. I think the size of Disney contributes to the risk of heatstroke especially if you're like me and have a weakness to heat and 0 stamina. I've never struggled with Busch Gardens in that regard, there were hot days but there were a lot of places to take breaks or be in the shade + the congo ride which isn't too scary and gets you a few splashes. When I went to Disney a bit ago I even came prepared with a spray fan, and drank plenty of water yet it still ended with that result. This was in magic kingdom though so idk if it's any different in other parks.
I just got a platinum pass since I moved in the area recently. I’ve never seen so many people from the UK before. This is the first time I’ve been in almost 10 years. I’m sure they make the bulk of their profits during the summer and holidays.
the thing with the sea world parks is they have little hooks for your bags in the out area of the coaster. idk if busch gardens tampa does. but just bring ya bag through the line and hand it off to an attendant to hang up....
@@FaceRippedOff that's probably spelling the end of easy offloading of gear for seaworld but .... ride so good, park environment of busch parks so ratchet..... dang......
That’s a hell of a first non Disney coaster! I wish I could have done falcons fury. I would have been absolutely terrified but I felt like I had to do it if I was there.
Great Vlog man. Iron Gwazi is definitely a better coaster than Velocicoaster in my opinion, but Velocicoaster is just an experience from the second you get in line.
@@FaceRippedOffI am curious on your opinion, I live very close to Universal and have ridden Velocicoaster a few dozen times, besides the theming I really don’t find Velocicoaster to be in the same league as IG, I love launch coasters but there is something about the speed and the elements of IG that every time I ride it my first thought is F… Velocicoaster, this is the best one in Florida.
@ oh I bet! Roller coasters warm up throughout the day! Sounds silly but it’s true. The wheels physically warm up from the friction and they run faster. I compared my early gwazi POVs to the ones I got later in the day and the ones just a few hours later were hitting the breaks 1-3 seconds quicker. Can’t imagine how insane it would be at night.
Story time. Anyone going to hollow scream beware of sheikra at night. Unfortunately the line goes above itself right before you get on. Well one night watch some punk ass kids spit on some ppl one of them being in a wheelchair(he was with big group guess he didnt want to leave them) kids ended up getting kicked out but definitely something to think about unfortunately :/
@@Zingo1988 tbh don’t feel comfortable saying as of now. Nobody outside of my partner and brother know that I do this channel and I’m tryna keep it that way for now. I’ll reveal myself eventually but for now I wanna keep it lowkey. I’ll tell u this: the band I play in is not big and famous lol
Local and used to be there 1-2 days per week. Till about a year ago when the park president was fired by sea world for raising employees pay above minimum wage, since the new president has been on board, morale, shows and entertainment, wait times, have all gotten worse since staff count was lowered, contract entertainment crews canceled, and maintenance programs running more during the day then nights now. Sadly it’s just not the same park for locals, just feels like a tourist trap now.
25:04 red shirt guy was there when I rode on wednesday wearing a yellow gwazi tshirt! did a bunch of re-rides but the staff were being dicks and making us get off even when the lines were empty.
Yo the waters back in cheetah?! That hasnt been there for like 6-7 years, dude. Lol thats another reason it got a good bit of hate. Edit: THE SKYRIDE IS BACK TOO?! I had plat passes to this park for like 4-5 years before I moved to GA and never got to experience either one of those things since I was like 10.
@FaceRippedOff yeah last time I got a ride with the water was like 2009. I know it intermittently closed down for a while but around 2014-2015 the water was drained and hadnt been refilled since. Its just a huge financial cost to run and maintain.
@@chrisbruchak4519 that’s insane! Sounds like I was lucky to get some rides with the water! I went back actually about a week later and the water was still running. Hopefully it stays consistent.
@@FaceRippedOff yeah seaworlds in a much better place financially now than they were pre-covid. Glad you liked Gwazi too. I was on the 3rd train not for a worker/celebrity ever. Its a top 5 all timer for sure.
Front row was the worst for it too, you absorb all the wasps since you're the first to annoy them, back row was best ride anyway and dodged the wasps lol.
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Dude you’re my favorite coaster content creator by far, you’re a coaster nerd who isn’t cringe about it and your casualness shines through. Your Kings Island video hyped me up for my trip so much and I had a killer time!! Busch Gardens Tampa is on my short list so thanks again for an awesome vid!! I hope all the success for you Mr coaster TH-cam man 🫡
@@nozzwald hell yes thank u so much! Means the world. I’m glad u had a great time at kings island! If u love coasters you’ve absolutely gotta hit Busch gardens Tampa. It is an awesome place!
Yeah this dude nailed it. By far the best coaster channel! The TH-cam algorithm does do something nice from time to time. I a B.G.T. local and this video of you is perfect! Looking forward to seeing reaction to VelociCoaster and what analogy you'll use if you were to compare to The Gwazi of Iron.
This is my home park. Me and my friends do the entire park eyes closed front row. Pretty much every ride is walk on on the right day on weekdays. It has to be one of the best $ for $ days you can have.
You rock man, really did you channel
Clicked the video because I'm a Tampa resident and love Busch Gardens. Stayed because of the beatdown hardcore intro and chill vibes. This is exactly my niche, great stuff!
@@TheDumgum hell yeah! I might come out for FYA and hit BGT again.
@@FaceRippedOff Sick! FYA is gonna be in Orlando this year, which thankfully isn't too far from Tampa. But hopefully I'll catch you there!
I was there when Montu opened in 1996 in 8th grade on a field trip. We rode it like 15 times that day. It was unbelievable!
That’s so cool! Must be awesome to still be able to see it standing.
Iron Gwazi, tail seat, during howloscream, at 1am, is probably the greatest combo for an adrenaline rush that I have experienced. My friend was shaking and laughing uncontrollably.
Edmund? That’s crazy! Never thought I’d see you here
@ToastedZero146 he's the guy
you really just perfectly described my feelings about falcon’s fury lol. also you’re super funny, glad my algorithm recommended you ❤️🔥
I am terrified but i've gotta go back and do it someday.
Nice video! The new guardians of the galaxy ride at Epcot is kind of like the Cobra's Curse one, but more fun imo. Busch Gardens is sick!
Guardians is an incredible ride! I got to ride it last year.
Grew up not too far, went almost every weekend growing up. Some fun coasters honestly, but you have to go on a slow day, or its gonna be packed.
Montu front row is still the best experience.
Iron Gwazi is my family's favorite. We have visited multiple times in 2024. I love dragging the kiddos here. FL MEN REPRESENT.
Dude this is a great video. Love the chill vibes.
This format is perfect.
Kumba has 1 train that is definitely more rough for some reason. Been that way for years.
The back row is rough, but that's why I like it. Though I often feel really motion sick after. One of my favorite rides, but I really have to space out rerides on it
My home park. Montu is such a ride!
i think kumba has a thing with its trains because the roughness legit goes from death to enjoyable. 😂
You're probably my fav coaster channel at the moment I eagerly wait for every vid
Hell yeah thank u! Got a few more coming soon :)
I 2nd that statement
I grew up at this park visiting every weekend or skipping school to sneak over on days when it felt like you were the only person there. We would ride Montu back to back 10x in a row! Gwazi wasn't Iron Gwazi yet but still a ton of fun! Kumba wasn't nearly as rough as it is now (or maybe I'm just old 😅) and there was an awesome water ride called tidal wave that you could stand on the bridge under the drop and get absolutely drenched!! It's such a beautiful park with all the gardens and animal exhibits. Now that I've seen your review, I've got to get back and ride Iron Gwazi!!
You absolutely need to go and ride Iron Gwazi. One of the best coasters in the world. Love hearing these stories of everyone's experiences with the park growing up. Makes me so happy!
Montu was the first coaster I ever rode in 8th grade back in 1999. I went last week and rode it again for the first time since then. Hit so much harder than I remember. Maybe because I'm 38 and that stuff effects me more now.
@@marshall881 dang Montu is a wild first coaster. Mine was Matterhorn at Disneyland.
Damn! Your content is awesome! Normally I don’t comment on videos, but I couldn’t believe you had that “few” subscribers… keep up your amazing work!
I appreciate u! Just started doing this in September. Very excited to see where it goes!
Your commentary was so good! Loved your video! Iron Gwazi does truly f***ING slap!
Wow, this video randomly popped in my feed and I'm so glad I clicked on it. This was so chill and you seem like a guy who would be so much fun to be friends with. I've lived in Florida near the Tampa area literally all my life. (I'm 27 now.) And only had ever been to Busch Gardens a handful of times when I was a pre-teen, since my mom had gotten us an annual pass. I was always too scared to really ride anything though at that age. I've since (mostly.) gotten over that fear.
This video was so fun and has made me realize I've been missing out on some amazing shit just a short drive away from me. I will be finding time to make a trip to the park ASAP thanks to this video. You're awesome dude, please keep making content.
Im so glad you enjoyed the video. Get out to the park asap!! It is such a great time.
I was scared as hell to do Falcon's Fury. Very glad I did, unforgetable experience
Florida man here, me and friends go here like 4-5 times a year and we have never ridden this much rides in 1 day purley cause we manage to schedule on busy days, cool to see somone on the front lines posting on this and glad you had a fun time there shits hella fun! Edit: If you visit again try it at night seeing the night lights when're high up its cool to see.
I wish I could have stayed until night. Park closed at like 5pm so didn’t have the option for night rides :(
Can’t wait to hear your thoughts on iron gwazi vs velocicoaster!
Haha, this is my local park. I used to go all the time as a kid but I'm not as big into theme parks anymore. Glad you liked it! I personally think the place took a downturn after Annheuser Busch sold it, but it's still a nice park. Took me ages as a kid to get the nerve to go on Sheikra but it's one of my favorite coasters at the park now.
This channel slaps, so different from other coaster content
I appreciate u!!
Yes because he keeps it reals. With this guy you won't have to ever worry about when keeping it real goes wrong.
This is my local park💗 Your reaction to Iron Gwazi was EXACTLY MINE TOO. I didn’t even know what to say after my first ride but I was instantly obsessed. Ive also felt how it warms up later in the day, you’re literally getting ripped out of your seat and can barely hold on and it’s amazing🎢
@@Gabbaliciouss gwazi is a flawless experience start to finish! Jealous you get to have it at your home park!
my local park! we love busch gardens honestly the world theming is pretty decent and theres SO MUCH TO DO
I agree completely!
I’m glad someone pointed out the batwing being underwhelming. Always heard how crazy it was and I’ve always thought that it’s just ok. The silver bullet helix is definitely more intense
Silver bullet the goat
i always watch these kinds of videos to see if i'm in them but your commentary had me locked in. i totally agree with you on kumba, all my coworkers hate her except for me :( she just needs a retracking and refurbished trains. also your burger analogy about iron gwazi and steel vengeance is spot on. i love both rides equally but steel vengeance is more enjoyable simply because there's more to it, (and it has a better name). i'm glad you had a good time despite the depressing atmosphere, i swear it's not our fault they're just stubborn and refuse to close the park on days when only like 3 people show up... but it's days like those when i'd call off work or skip school just to go marathon the rides back when i was a pass holder
Yeah idk the atmosphere wasn’t awful. Just felt dead. I am very ok with that for walk on rides all day! Every six flags park except fiesta Texas has a much worse atmosphere lol.
I am SO glad I clicked on this video. This is my local park and I fuckn LOVE how chill you are showing off all the coasters. It's hard to come by coaster vids like this. Instantly subbed.. you're gonna make it for sure.
Yo this comment means the world!
Hell yeah dude, I worked here for 6 years and it’s nice to here a non locals perspective on this park, great and entertaining video
Hell yeah thank u! I appreciate u!
What a different walk through and in a good way. I didn't know what to really expect with that intro, I am a old metalhead/punk, but you're the guy I want to go to a park with.
Montu is just insane. I sitll remember every second of that coaster after not having been to the park since 09.
During the batwing section there was this metal plate on the ground that would rattle so loud as the train flew past it. It created this INSANE roaring sound, and the trains just felt like they were going 1000 mph through there. I can see its not there anymore. Then it goes into this break run that prepares you for the corkscrews, and you're just flying through that bit.
The entire ride is so memorable, lost track how many times I've been on it.
My favorite rides were the night rides before the park closed, it just felt faster. And I loved the twinkling lights of the park, and little lights positioned throughout the track like on the break runs. Whole thing is such a goddamn vibe.
The only inverted track that has given me a similar experience, including the night time experiences, is in Busch Gardens Virginia with the ride Alpengeist. That ride kicks asss. Top three thrills in my life are that, Montu and I305. I had no idea about I305 before I went on it, it was just this ride in the back of Kings Dominion with seemingly no queue line haha, seemed innocent.
Kumba and Shiekra were my first go to's in the park right when it would open. My friend and I would be the only two kids on Shiekra bright and early. Shame about your first kumba ride. Seems like the track is deteriorating, I've heard they plan on removing it. I remember it being a little shaky in 09 but it was still smooth enough to enjoy a lot. This is making me wanna fly down to Tampa for a day or two just to revisit. There's so many new rides there I would love to go on. Definitely make your way up to Busch Gardens Virginia though, you'll fucking love it. Shiekra has my heart for Dive coasters still to this day but Griffon and Alpengeist seriously goated
Bushy G's is my home park.. been on all the rides for the past 30 years. remember when Kumba was brand new and all you had was scorpion, python and kumba... I was at BG once when it was closed to the public and i was able to ride kumba 14 times in a row without getting off... that was my limit... i could have rode it infinitely that day and on the 14th run i felt like i might die... love it. great content!
That’s amazing! I was bummed I didn’t get to ride scorpion. I don’t think I could do 14 rides on Kumba lol
ur metaphors and references are so dope lmfao, ur enthusiasm is so contagious but so chill haha, super fun
love that you even separate the sections that's so convenient
you deserve more recognition, this channel is awesome. i was here early 🫡🫡
Me too
Thank u! I appreciate u!
Woah, when did having to be a passholder for the skyride happen?? Honestly it's been closed almost every time I've been to BG for the last year so I thought it wasn't even running anymore.
super glad youtube recommended me this video. bgt is my home park, and even though i really like the concept of roller coasters, i still havent gotten my confidence up to get on most of them. loved your commentary on the park.
@@bogusWasHere you should try some of the coasters! Start with cobras curse, then do cheetah hunt, then SheiKra or kumba, then you can do any coaster in the world tbh. Personally, I think gwazi is super forgiving because it’s so smooth and flowy. It’s intense but it’s so so fun! Go at your own pace and just know that you’re gonna be safe. Coasters are safer than walking down the street!
@@bogusWasHere BGT has a lot of great smaller stuff to start with. Phoenix rising can get u used to hanging your feet like Montu. Kumba has the positive gs. Sheikra has the big drop. Cheetah hunt has the airtime.
@@FaceRippedOff thanks for the tips. ive only ever been on scorpion, which was enough for me to get over a fear of inversions, and phoenix rising, which, like u said, got me used to dangling feet. cobra's curse is definitely up next for me, and cheetah hunt looks awesome, i just need to get over how tall it looks. iron gwazi is absolutely the ultimate goal, just because i feel like an asshole having one of the best coasters in the world in my backyard, and an annual pass, and i've just never ridden it.
@@bogusWasHere do cobras curse next and then cheetah hunt and then sheikra to help with the heights. Cheetah hunts stays low to the ground for the most of it. Sheikra is big but it’s very graceful. It’ll be scary but you got it! My girlfriend is afraid of the height aspect of coasters but she always comes off loving it! And if you do it and you hated it, then you know it’s not for you.
Randomly stumbled on this video. Busch Gardens Tampa is my home park and I feel BLESSED to have this place close by. But yeah, dude you had me laughing over and over love the content and glad you warmed up to Kumba (been my favorite ride forever). Left ya a sub you rock 🤙
@@alec_884 I appreciate ur comment and kindness! I’m also glad I warmed up to Kumba cause I really wanted to love it going in. Wish I had it at my home park. Closest thing I’ve got is riddlers revenge.
@@FaceRippedOff Never been out to CA but that ride looks wild. Being close to Kumba, Montu, and the Hulk made me a megafan of the old B&Ms. Looking forward to your next adventure and hopefully you make it back out to the Sunshine State sometime soon!
@ oh man I’d take BGT over any of my home parks. I love my home parks a lot but BGT is just so so good! Same with islands of adventure. That video will come out tomorrow or the next day!
Love that intro! Sick review thanks man, going today with a sister who is a bit apprehensive about coasters. This is a big help for working our way up and knowing where to stop lol. Also love the BTS reference!!! 😂
Thank u! Glad I could help out in some way. I hope you have a good time at the park!
watching this video was almost as fun as going to the park 🙏
Love that! I appreciate u!
I literally used to work at BGT and Phoenix Rising is their more family friendly ride!! The day it opened after work they let all of the employees ride it a couple times and we got free tshirts :) ALSO, they HATE closing the park even if there’s barely anyone in there. We’ve been opened when it’s literally pouring rain and all you can do is go to the gift shop.
Really enjoyed this video! BG is my home park and love that you enjoyed it. My biggest tip to anyone is to not hold onto anything on Kumba - don't you dare touch that restraint lmao - makes it way smoother!
@@austinhersh22 good advice! I’ll have to try that out next time
Next time I would also check out the Serengeti Flyers. Sick airtime straight into positive G’s one of their most intense experiences for sure
I wish I could have done it. It was closed when I went. Milton brought a bunch of sand into the ride area.
In case anyone is wondering, Serengeti flyers has been closed for months with no announcement of it re-opening. No one truly knows the reason for it. I am so happy that I decided to ride it in May 2024. It closed shortly after. That ride is INSANE.
On Kumba there’s a spot where if you’re sitting on the right most seat in the row as you go into a right turn right at ground level (14:10 mark) if you hold your arm out to your right towards the ground static electricity comes up from the ground. You feel it, you hear it. Next time you’re in town try it. I’ve felt it, my kid felt it. It’s a thing. Cheers!
My home park, great vid 🙂
glad you enjoyed yourself
My home park with my fave rides AND a ska mention? That's like half my personality. Your videos are a great new find - refreshing compared to a lot of other enthusiast vids!
Hell yeah I appreciate u! What are some of ur fav ska bands?
@FaceRippedOff haha how am I supposed to choose! I love big d, the planet Smashers, soul radics, the hippos, the suicide machines...and some love to some local ska: victims of circumstance and the duppies are always on my Playlist. But I love all waves and things that are skadjacent!
I love BGT. Love how close it is to USF. Back when I was a student I went EVERY WEEKEND. The pass is SO WORTH. And Howl o' Scream also slaps every year.
@@TheMeanderingduck6 I feel that! When I saw how close USF was, I was like damn if I went there for school I would have worked at BGT and gone all the time!
@FaceRippedOff Oh no it was THE SPOT. Back when Anheuser still owned it and had the horses you could pet, it was such a great time.
Love these vids!!!! The intro has got the be the best intro on a TH-cam video!
@@Daniel_Coasters I appreciate u!
I’m so excited! I will be going here in a couple weeks, and I could see Gwazi anywhere from 3-1 in my rankings, no lower, the 2 with potential to keep ahead of it are ArieForce One, and Velocicoaster!
I have't done ArieForce One yet. Looks awesome! Have fun at BGT. Make sure to do Gwazi at the beginning and end of the day! Way faster later on.
@@FaceRippedOff Something that will make Gwazi a big milestone for me… First coaster 200+ feet! Also you got a new subscriber, great channel, and video!
@@TheNo.1nerd-lookin-noob Thats so cool! Enjoy it and have a great time!
I didnt know Skyride was back open, was down for like a decade. Cheetah Hunt is so painful as a tall person, I leave with buises on my shoulders
Is that a cover of Beneath the Mask in the background? Very smooth! Not what I expected from that intro lmao
@@jeremymorgan4779 hell yes it is
As a tampa local my only real context for parks is like Busch Gardens, the Universal parks, and Disney World (which is a pretty rare visit for me). Never really even considered that Busch Gardens would be a notable park wrt coasters. They are really fucking good tho. Haven't been since they redid Gwazi (I remember when it was a wood coaster and that shit was liable to give you CTE lmao), but this has me wanting to go again
You’ve gotta go for iron gwazi. That one ride was worth the trip for me. BGT is a contender for me for my fav non universal park. I don’t think it’s fair to compare anything else to universal other than Disney.
Psssh hell no this place does not suck thats my home park 😁🤘
6:46 drums on this thang punch thump n slap
hell yeah baby its tha shiznit
This made me kick myself because I've never been there, even though I've lived in Tampa for over two years now going to take a weekday off soon and go!
@@s0lace462 get ur ass over there asap
I love the vibe you brought in man
Chilled, laid back, great energy, freaking hilarious all around its awesome
BGT is my home park and I love it. But those prices for merch, food and beverage and those surcharges? Ouch
But the ride lineup is worth it.
Also I agree with Cheetah Hunt’s horrible OTSR’s those things are an abomination and I’m 6’6. If that had the soft strap like Maverick and I305 then it would be a much enjoyable ride but the park doesn’t want to spend the money for it (mainly cause the person running it is cheap)
Also yes Iron Gwazi is bat crap amazing. Death roll is demented and the ride from start to finish is just amazing. No filler, no repetition, just pure fun.
As far as the whole Iron Gwazi and Velocicoaster thing. It depends which manufacturer you like more
If you like Intamin more you’ll like Velocicoaster more and if you like RMC more you’ll like Iron Gwazi.
One other note
SV is not bad but lately the ops have to staple you and it’s a pain to deal with, at BGT they give you minimum clearance for all that juicy airtime.
Again loved the video and enjoy the rest of the Florida trip
Dillon
The best part about Busch Gardens is that I’ve never gotten a heat stroke there. Went to Sea World when I was a kid. Got heatstroke. Went to Disney recently. Got heatstroke. Busch Gardens has plenty of shade it’s great. Also it’s home to the only roller coaster my wimpy ass can ride, Sand Serpent.
Haha sand serpent is gone! Phoenix Rising replaced it. Also, I'd argue that Disney has the most options for shade/AC than any of the parks in Florida.
@@FaceRippedOff WHAT i no longer have a reason to go. I think the size of Disney contributes to the risk of heatstroke especially if you're like me and have a weakness to heat and 0 stamina. I've never struggled with Busch Gardens in that regard, there were hot days but there were a lot of places to take breaks or be in the shade + the congo ride which isn't too scary and gets you a few splashes. When I went to Disney a bit ago I even came prepared with a spray fan, and drank plenty of water yet it still ended with that result. This was in magic kingdom though so idk if it's any different in other parks.
Love your videos so darn much
12:47 Never knew Kumba got a new sign, huh.
I prefer the old sign tbh. It was dope
@@FaceRippedOff yeah. Haven’t been in a while but so they still have that sign with the broken phones in it that says “Phones dont like Kumba”
I'd like to see your thoughts on Busch Gardens Williamsburg, any chance of you heading out there and doing a video?
I don’t have any plans right now but I want to maybe early 2025. I wanna get as much use out of my pass as possible!
Have you been on the Guardians of the Galaxy coaster at Epcot yet? It is kinda like Cobras Curse F***ed Space Mountain and had a baby.
@@thatfloridaman yes I have! It’s amazing!!!
I went on iron gwazi on a pass member night and at 12 am it was flying
That sounds incredible
Going to orlando in a few months...is this park worth a day?
Absolutely!! Cannot recommend it enough.
I just got a platinum pass since I moved in the area recently. I’ve never seen so many people from the UK before. This is the first time I’ve been in almost 10 years. I’m sure they make the bulk of their profits during the summer and holidays.
You gotta come back for Falcons Fury! But glad you liked BG :) 11/10 video.
You’re right!! Would love to come back
I love this content what kinda camera are you using?
@@fatherinnacave8691 I use a GoPro 11 and my iPhone!
whack, it says theres a reply but youtube wont show it to me lmao
I used a gopro 11 for this vid. but fuck gopro all the homies hate gopro
the thing with the sea world parks is they have little hooks for your bags in the out area of the coaster. idk if busch gardens tampa does. but just bring ya bag through the line and hand it off to an attendant to hang up....
@@riastrahd BGT did not have that
@@FaceRippedOff that's probably spelling the end of easy offloading of gear for seaworld but .... ride so good, park environment of busch parks so ratchet..... dang......
@@riastrahd ratchet? I really don’t feel that at all
The correct term for the tree thing on cheetah hunt is actually called a Windcatcher tower
besides everest at disney when i was like 6, montu was my first ever rollercoaster
also it took like probably 10 trips to busch gardens to finallly get myself on falcons fury ur not alone bro but once i did it i loved it
That’s a hell of a first non Disney coaster! I wish I could have done falcons fury. I would have been absolutely terrified but I felt like I had to do it if I was there.
Great Vlog man. Iron Gwazi is definitely a better coaster than Velocicoaster in my opinion, but Velocicoaster is just an experience from the second you get in line.
@@Hallknowsall I feel u! Both are incredible coasters. So so so great!
@@FaceRippedOffI am curious on your opinion, I live very close to Universal and have ridden Velocicoaster a few dozen times, besides the theming I really don’t find Velocicoaster to be in the same league as IG, I love launch coasters but there is something about the speed and the elements of IG that every time I ride it my first thought is F… Velocicoaster, this is the best one in Florida.
@@ForRJ I'm editing my islands of adventure video right now! Stay tuned for it! Both are so so so good
My favorite coaster is Iron Gwazi but the best ride I got was a rain ride on Sheikra. We're talking pouring rain
That sounds painful as hell lmao
@@FaceRippedOff Painful but fun as shit. It absolutely messes with your sense of speed
@ I bet. That sounds insane!
How do you find these super slow days to go?
@@ethansneeze8164 try to plan it that way. I went on a Wednesday in Oct. figured it would be dead
Binging your videos rn
Kumba may be goated, but not as goated as a Giles Corey reference in a roller coaster video
Hahaha I was bringing it back to high school literature class for this one
Does anyone know what a block zone is?
I do bc of my lord and savior @eltororyan
The best part about kumba is the wait time for the ride no more than 5 minutes so you can get like 10 rides if you wanted to
Idk if I could do that many in a row haha. That shit intense
@ I’ve only gotten to 5 and had to stop.
@@Unclewillieh I believe that. I feel like 4 or 5 would be my cap
@ if you ever come back to Tampa you gotta try the rides at night. It feels different for some reason.
@ oh I bet! Roller coasters warm up throughout the day! Sounds silly but it’s true. The wheels physically warm up from the friction and they run faster. I compared my early gwazi POVs to the ones I got later in the day and the ones just a few hours later were hitting the breaks 1-3 seconds quicker. Can’t imagine how insane it would be at night.
How was the Scorpion demolition going?
tbh I didnt notice anything happening to it
@FaceRippedOff Thats interesting
Growing up, we used to call Kumba Mike Tyson from the way it would knock the shit out of you lol
That’s amazing hahaha. Love that
4:16 I’ve been on montu once and I don’t know if I prefer this or nemesis. I’ll get to do oziris next year which could become my new favourite.
Love the vids btw
@@Coastermatics nemesis looks amazing. I’d love to be able to get on that one day. Thank u!
Sick content dude
You have to ride iron gwazi after it's warmed up
Absolutely!
Story time.
Anyone going to hollow scream beware of sheikra at night.
Unfortunately the line goes above itself right before you get on.
Well one night watch some punk ass kids spit on some ppl one of them being in a wheelchair(he was with big group guess he didnt want to leave them) kids ended up getting kicked out but definitely something to think about unfortunately :/
I rode montu like 16 times in a row now I have chronic motion sickness 😢can’t ride anymore
Was this video filmed after milton?
Yes
Is the background music to this a downtuned version of Persona 5's nighttime music? If so, huge W lol
It’s beneath the mask from persona 5!
Bro your funny as fuck! Please more roller coaster reviews!
What band are you in???
@@Zingo1988 tbh don’t feel comfortable saying as of now. Nobody outside of my partner and brother know that I do this channel and I’m tryna keep it that way for now. I’ll reveal myself eventually but for now I wanna keep it lowkey. I’ll tell u this: the band I play in is not big and famous lol
Only reveal what you’re comfortable with bro. I like your honest opinions!
Okay, gotta ask. Whats the Solaire lore??
@@disgoyknows88 no lore. I just love all the from software games
@FaceRippedOff well, that's a good reason then lol
good stuff! got a new sub
Thanks for the sub!
Local and used to be there 1-2 days per week. Till about a year ago when the park president was fired by sea world for raising employees pay above minimum wage, since the new president has been on board, morale, shows and entertainment, wait times, have all gotten worse since staff count was lowered, contract entertainment crews canceled, and maintenance programs running more during the day then nights now. Sadly it’s just not the same park for locals, just feels like a tourist trap now.
You’re my favorite!!
FUCK YEA ANOTHER VID
25:04 red shirt guy was there when I rode on wednesday wearing a yellow gwazi tshirt! did a bunch of re-rides but the staff were being dicks and making us get off even when the lines were empty.
Bummer. I went on that same day then!
@FaceRippedOff november 6?
@ nope I went before that
Yo the waters back in cheetah?! That hasnt been there for like 6-7 years, dude. Lol thats another reason it got a good bit of hate.
Edit: THE SKYRIDE IS BACK TOO?!
I had plat passes to this park for like 4-5 years before I moved to GA and never got to experience either one of those things since I was like 10.
@@chrisbruchak4519 yooo that’s wild! I had no idea. The water was such an awesome touch to the ride.
@FaceRippedOff yeah last time I got a ride with the water was like 2009. I know it intermittently closed down for a while but around 2014-2015 the water was drained and hadnt been refilled since. Its just a huge financial cost to run and maintain.
@@chrisbruchak4519 that’s insane! Sounds like I was lucky to get some rides with the water! I went back actually about a week later and the water was still running. Hopefully it stays consistent.
@@FaceRippedOff yeah seaworlds in a much better place financially now than they were pre-covid. Glad you liked Gwazi too. I was on the 3rd train not for a worker/celebrity ever. Its a top 5 all timer for sure.
If you ever in Virginia for bgw hit me up lol
I’m down
There the wasps on the lift hill every year the top gets swarmed
Yo there were def some wasps up there when I went
was there this wednesday, it was insane, almost swallowed wasps going over the first drop.
@@Schniiiiiiiiiiiiif I believe that haha. There were a ton of wasps up there
Lol and the train does that slow down when at the top so it holds you up there with them@Schniiiiiiiiiiiiif
Front row was the worst for it too, you absorb all the wasps since you're the first to annoy them, back row was best ride anyway and dodged the wasps lol.
You are so COOL
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@@Sagiecat grate
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