Time to DROP the next update…
17 February, 2023
Update 1 – We’ve got some MEGA news…
Update 2 – Works at Megafobia continue at a rapid pace, and we’ve recently seen the complete removal of the main drop track, walk boards and ledgers (these are the big timbers that the track sits on).
As can also be seen in the photo above, some of the bents (support columns) have also been removed. These will be replaced for new, albeit at different sizes and heights to allow for our reprofiled and steeper drop.
This photo looking up the drop shows the extent of the track removal.
Over in Cincinnati, fabrication of the Vertical Engineered Track continues at pace. The beginning of the reprofiled drop has now been machined in preparation for shipping to the UK. Other sections of the ride left last week, and are due to arrive in the UK next week.
We’re also pleased to start the first of our Megafobia Retrack activities. How do you fancy owning a piece of the original ride drop? That’s right, we’re auctioning off two sections of Megafobia’s original drop to raise money for two Welsh charities we actively support. You could have your very own section of Megafobia in your bedroom, lounge or garden!!
Each section comes from left hand track at the mid drop point, and includes the full track stack of 8 timber layers, track running steel and side steel and comes complete with nails, bolts and saw marks! Furthermore, Oakwood Theme Park will match the winning bid of each piece, up to a maximum of £500 per piece.
Click on the following links to view the auction now;
Piece 1 – Wales Air Ambulance
Megafobia, Left Hand Rail, Mid Drop track section
Includes all 8 layers of track stack, running and side steel and associated nails, bolts and screws.
Measures approximately 150cm and weighs approximately 60kgs
Oakwood Theme Park – Megafobia, Left Hand Rail, Mid Drop track section | eBay
Piece 2 – Greenacres Rescue
Megafobia, Left Hand Rail, Mid Drop track section
Includes all 8 layers of track stack, running and side steel and associated nails, bolts and screws.
Measures approximately 125cm and weighs approximately 50kgs
Oakwood Theme Park – Megafobia, Left Hand Rail, Mid Drop track section | eBay
Winning bidders will be contacted at the close of auction, and will have the opportunity to tour the Megafobia works upon collection of their track piece.