QueerRudie Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 May cannot come NEARLY fast enough for my liking here... as every single picture update of the beautiful curves of HP's new baby gets better and better... now these shots make it that much sexier to see such a hot, warped mess SkyRush will be.... (And how thankful I am that I did the RIT campaign, too....) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UrbanLegend Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 The thigh crushing death... What thigh-crushing death are you referring to? Granted, the only Intamin lapbar-only ride I've been on in recent memory is El Toro, but I really don't mind them. Even though I managed to get stapled in about 90% of the time, I totally forget about that once the rush of the ride starts (hell, once the cable lift starts!). Or maybe I just have thigh muscles of steel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBru Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 I think he's talking about the lap bar part of the OTSR's which can definitely crush you if you don't push against it the whole ride. This is a huge problem for me on Maverick. The lap bar always wants to slam down at the bottom of the first drop and during the launch. I wish Intamin would soften that lap padding or maybe shape the restraint to fit better to riders' thighs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skycoastin Steve Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 The "thigh-crushing death" is going to be there regardless if the OTSRs are or not. I'd rather have the "thigh-crushing death" with my upper body free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted February 14, 2012 Author Share Posted February 14, 2012 I'm convinced that no matter what the restraint is, people will bitch. If it's lap bars, they'll bitch about getting stapled, if it's OTSR's they'll bitch because they aren't lap bars. IMO, I think more people should just be happy that this ride is being built in the first place, and you don't have to travel to Europe or China to ride it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.J. Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 I don't know what the fuss is about. My thighs are always perfectly fine. I wondered what kind of twisted transition would happen between those two oppositely-rolled supports, and now I know. Looking better every day. EDIT: Getting as close to the ground as possible with the reach envelope - nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonskeep Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 SKyrush, you are my true love. I hate being apart from you and think of you often. Summer is so far away it hurts inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delan Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 This looks more yummy than Intimidator Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magnum PA Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 (edited) I'm convinced that no matter what the restraint is, people will bitch. If it's lap bars, they'll bitch about getting stapled, if it's OTSR's they'll bitch because they aren't lap bars. I feel confident in saying that no one will be complaining about these trains or restraints once they see them, and especially after they ride them. Edited February 14, 2012 by Magnum PA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nymgb44 Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 I cannot wait to ride this thing. I'm really curious as to where it will fall in my Top 10 (though I'd be stunned if it doesn't end up in there). Potential #1 roller coaster if the airtime is as nuts as it looks and it rides smoothly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JakeSpoon Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 I need to get out there and ride this beast! It's looking better and better everyday. Actually, all the coasters at Hersheypark look pretty stunning to me! I really need to find some cash and fly out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinTheAttendant Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 Just looking at the track alone simply spells out "FAST!!!" I think this will be a great addition to an already awesome park, and will continue to relay the notion that you don't need the tallest, fastest, or longest coaster to have a kick@$$ ride (at least, speculation-wise). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterlover420 Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 After seeing drawings, I thought the layout looked kinda boring, but looking at the proportions of the ride itself makes it look really exciting! That first hill should be a doozie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alilstronger Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 These pictures are GREAT!!!! CAN NOT WAIT TO RIDE THIS!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 I'm convinced that no matter what the restraint is, people will bitch. If it's lap bars, they'll bitch about getting stapled, if it's OTSR's they'll bitch because they aren't lap bars. I feel confident in saying that no one will be complaining about these trains or restraints once they see them, and especially after they ride them. Sorry, but someone will always find something to complain about, because enthusiasts like to hear themselves talk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odene497 Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 This ride, especially with lapbars and floorless seats, is going to be nuts. Geforce of the states? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfreak101 Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 I don't know what the fuss is about. My thighs are always perfectly fine. I'm with you. I don't understand what the big deal is at all - I don't even have problems with the OTSRs. I feel confident in saying that no one will be complaining about these trains or restraints once they see them, and especially after they ride them. You have way too much faith in the enthusiast population. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattnz Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 This ride, especially with lapbars and floorless seats, is going to be nuts. Geforce of the states? Yes! Let's hope so! That pic of the top of the lift hill is amazing. Where are the supports?! Incredible engineering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talonec Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 Out of all the new coasters this year, this is the one that I am most looking forward to!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 Don't forget if you want some up close and personal time with this ride, sign up for the New Hotness Tour! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoCo Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 "Tommy like wingy!" And so do I. (Love the way those four track pieces seem to be leaping up as if they were all going to meet at the same point.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coastercrazy 9 Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 After seeing drawings, I thought the layout looked kinda boring, but looking at the proportions of the ride itself makes it look really exciting! That first hill should be a doozie! A lot of people who were bashing this when looking at the plans are now saying how much they can't wait to ride. Sure the marketing department did a horrible job with the video, but I had faith! Let's just say that you shouldn't judge a book by its cover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coast4airtime Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 ^I like to say "Don't judge a coaster by its blue prints", but both get the message across... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPmillenia94 Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 I agree about the OTSRs being thigh killers, but mostly on maverick imo. On other coasters They didn't budge and stayed decently unstapled like on stormrunner, fahrenheit, and intimidator to name a few. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeT Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 Geforce of the states? Finally This so totally screams "Best new coster in 2012" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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