Hersheypark (HP) Discussion Thread

[Jcoaster]

Doesnt Hersheypark already have a wild mouse..? Why would another one be a good thing? A spinning mouse vs a regular mouse is worse than a B&M hyper vs a B&M giga, and yet look at the difference in mood netween this thread and the Carowinds one.

 

Of course I could be completely off-base because Ive never actually visited Hershey.

Well it is assumed most likely if they did put in a spinner that the current Wild Mouse would probably be removed for boardwalk expansion. That atleast makes sense to me.

 

^ Bingo

[The Geek Mojo]

I believe this is an indoor spinning mouse coaster, if that's what it is, will replace their current mouse coaster. Hershey will probably have two mouse coasters for a year and then in 2016 take down the old mouse and put up water slides in its place.

 

Anybody know what time the announcement will be today?

Edited August 12, 2014 by The Geek Mojo

[eastcoast]

According to a recent reply on Facebook, around 11am eastern time.

[gerstlaueringvar]

Who said an indoor spinning mouse can't be great? Something like Tornado, Winjas, Veil of Dark, Dragon's Fury will push Hershey Park's coaster lineup up to another level.

[A.J.]

Oh, I forgot about Tornado! That would be awesome if they built a crazy spinning coaster like that!

[CanobieFan]

Okay, whatever this is, it's getting me HYPED!! It seems to be a classic with a twist!! OMFG Yes!!! :

[The Geek Mojo]

It'd be nice if there was a live feed of the announcement. It's time to know now.

[PCW_Nut]

It'd be nice if there was a live feed of the announcement. It's time to know now.

 

There is

 

http://lancasteronline.com/news/local/watch-live-hersheypark-unveiling-newest-attraction-for-summer-at-a/article_0f74de98-2158-11e4-94e8-0017a43b2370.html

[The Geek Mojo]

cool...thanks!

[vacoaster09]

A spinner indoors like Tornado at Bakken would be amazing!!!!

[PCW_Nut]

Laff Trakk is the name!

[CanobieFan]

^ Grr! You beat me LOL!

[TyRush]

First Indoor Spinning Glow Coaster!

http://www.hersheypark.com/2015/

[TyRush]

It appears to be a dark ride rollercoaster with neon-lit fun house props inside? Am I wrong here? Seems to be exactly what we all thought in a sense. Indoor spinner

[PCW_Nut]

Love it! Indoor Glow in the Dark spinning coaster? That's awesome!

 

Taken from Hersheypark's Website:

 

INTRODUCING A NEW SPIN ON AN OLD FAVORITE!

Laff Trakk is the first indoor, spinning, glow-coaster in the United States. This family friendly house of laughs spins riders through an exciting adventure of sights and sounds complete with glimpses of colorful characters, a dizzying hall of mirrors, and more! Laff Trakk is the fun house of the 21st century offering a new experience with every ride.

 

 

Full POV

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[boldikus]

whoa this looks cool!

[The Geek Mojo]

I don't get it. What is this thing? It looks cool!

[PCW_Nut]

I don't get it. What is this thing? It looks cool!

 

It's a spinning roller coaster that is indoors and themed to a glow in the dark fun house.

[The Geek Mojo]

Any idea who makes it?

[A.J.]

It's an off-shelf Maurer SC2000. Like Steel Dragon at Waldameer.

[Intimidator305]

Love this project - Congrats to Hersheypark!

[Lightnin Loops]

I don't get it. What is this thing? It looks cool!

 

It's a spinning roller coaster that is indoors and themed to a glow in the dark fun house.

 

 

Does that mean wild mouse in the dark with the spinning cars?

[bert425]

pretty much what most of us had guessed. . but it looks amazing.

 

Not QUITE a mouse (maybe closer to track layout for Pandemonium, just indoors). . but I still expect the Wild Mouse will be going bye-bye for boardwalk expansion.

[tooooobbe]

Lol!! This looks just awesome. That pov gives me a such great feeling - videogame like. I hope the real ride will give this feeling! Great idea!

[bigcwd2000]

This looks like a wild and crazy ride in a good way. I love the glow in the dark element and the mirrors towards the end of the ride. Looks like good fun.