Plastic "Shields" on Maliboomer

Slimmer Kimmers · Post by **Slimmer Kimmers** » Jul Tue 24, 2007 5:17 pm

I'd always heard it was a scream shield to muffle the sound to be considerate of hotel guests...though the "barf shield" idea was always more fun!

indysoarin19 · Post by **indysoarin19** » Jul Sun 29, 2007 12:55 am

Anaheim is extremely fickle when it comes to the Disneyland Resort. Nearby resident complaints range from firework noise to too much traffic. The scream shields were a must for DCA to be built.

Magique · Post by **Magique** » Jul Sun 29, 2007 4:56 pm

I've heard about how the shields are "scream mufflers" as well. Although I remember the first time we went on we wondered if it was to prevent people getting sick on others below.

disneylandmom · Post by **disneylandmom** » Jul Sun 29, 2007 8:13 pm

I wonder why that knott's berry farm doesn't have the same type of sound shields on their similar rides. Shouldn't they be required to have the same type of thing?

danimal3114u · Post by **danimal3114u** » Jul Tue 31, 2007 6:58 pm

Wow, I never even thought of the noise issue. It makes complete sense. Thanks for the info everyone!

acgonzales · Post by **acgonzales** » Aug Sun 12, 2007 8:15 pm

HAHAHAHA, I totally thought they were barf guards as well. I would have never guessed that they are scream shields....

coasterphil · Post by **coasterphil** » Aug Sun 12, 2007 9:18 pm

Yeah, they are definitely to shield the noise. I'd imagine guests at the Grand Californian would get pretty sick of it if they screens weren't there. I don't really like them from a rider point of view, it detracts from the feeling of openness that makes those types of rides exciting.