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**Jon** · (This post was last modified: 03-10-2008 09:26 PM by Jon.)

Wasn't there an alternate entrance before the one currently installed today?

It seems like the current lift isn't very reliable for both the show and the performers.

Skillz5 · 03-11-2008, 05:08 AM

I have been told the performers hate the jet ski launch. It seems that the performers today cannot land as easily as they used to in the past.

The previous launch design had a more realistic effect, however, I heard that many injuries with the old design created the new design we have today which is more safe.

rocketteem · 03-11-2008, 09:00 PM

I saw it on the 9th twice.
The first time, the Water Skier fell when he landed, but the Jetski turned around and picked him up fine.

The second time, he fell again, and it took 3 attempts to get him back up.. Poor guy.

Seems like the launcher must be an issue, if both times I watched, they fell.

**Jon** · (This post was last modified: 03-11-2008 09:12 PM by Jon.)

It's definitely becoming an issue in performances nowadays. It's always a hit and miss.

rocketteem · 03-12-2008, 10:39 AM

Yes,
There was also an issue with the part where the Jet-ski goes under water from behind, and comes up below the wall, under the large oil tank that later catches on fire. Apparently, he got stuck. Took about 15 seconds before he was able to eventually just come in through the main entrance.

Doesn't bother me at all though, mistakes happen. Plus, they make up for it over the rest of the show.

**Jon** · (This post was last modified: 04-17-2008 07:46 PM by Jon.)