ahecht Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 At this point I wish the "lapbar hurt my legs" people would just STFU. If you can't handle it, go marathon on Great Bear. Have you ridden Skyrush? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synshine Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 At this point I wish the "lapbar hurt my legs" people would just STFU. If you can't handle it, go marathon on Great Bear. Ride it before you act like it won't effect you. The ride is amazing, but it beats your thighs up. Which I don't mind, I can't wait to see the ERT line for this. Yes, how about this: Ride it before you criticize opinions of those who have rode it already. Validate your opinion with actual experience..is that so much to ask that everyone that hasn't taken a few laps step away from the discussion until they have done so? No one so far has said they hated the ride, or the airtime, and no one is a wuss because they felt pain. I guarantee you this ride is like nothing you've been on before. When it was announced, I said I would be happy if this gave half the ride Intimidator 305 delivers, and my expectations were blown away, yes, it's that intense. I love the thing! I proudly call it my favorite ride, even over I-305. It's [surprisingly] a more intense ride in a nicer setting, with more airtime (IMO): with a crazier first drop, multiple wild ejector moments, and trains more open than any coaster I've ever ridden. But also can't ignore feeling sore after a few laps. Pardon me if I agree that the restraint pads cause discomfort after a few rides, because that's what it felt like to me. Now if you ride it and come out of it with a different opinion, that's fine. But watching people who haven't obviously taken even on lap onthe ride beat up on a minor criticism is just ridiculous. More so than arguing over trimming 0.6 mph- I wonder how those rides felt. All of my rides have so far been in row 7 and 8, right wing. That twisted camelback is insane from those seats.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Levi Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 At this point I wish the "lapbar hurt my legs" people would just STFU. If you can't handle it, go marathon on Great Bear. All I see here is a ton of people whining about the whiners. Excruciating thigh pain ain't for everybody, but clearly there's a healthy contingent here who are into it so I'm sure ThighKrush has a rosy future at Hershey. Anyhow, you really should ride the ThighKrush before you give your opinion on it. If this forum is like every other one on the internet, I'm sure that point is made about 50 times a day but doesn't stop the ignorant from stating their case. As a funny aside, *I* can't believe how much whining I see in this thread about the Wildcat. One of my favorite woodies and I don't consider it rough at all - a little wild yes, but not "rough" or "painful", but the "wimps" are out in force around here talking about how much that thing beats you up. Hey, not everybody is as tough as me I guess, but for those folks I guess the leisurely Comet is more their speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubala Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Oh yeah, I forgot to mention that I love the new path that they added that goes basically right through the middle of Skyrush. There are places along that path where the coaster is literally just a few feet above your head. It is an amazing place to sit and watch the coaster in action. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manic Monte Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 At this point I wish the "lapbar hurt my legs" people would just STFU. If you can't handle it, go marathon on Great Bear. All I see here is a ton of people whining about the whiners. Excruciating thigh pain ain't for everybody, but clearly there's a healthy contingent here who are into it so I'm sure ThighKrush has a rosy future at Hershey. Anyhow, you really should ride the ThighKrush before you give your opinion on it. If this forum is like every other one on the internet, I'm sure that point is made about 50 times a day but doesn't stop the ignorant from stating their case. As a funny aside, *I* can't believe how much whining I see in this thread about the Wildcat. One of my favorite woodies and I don't consider it rough at all - a little wild yes, but not "rough" or "painful", but the "wimps" are out in force around here talking about how much that thing beats you up. Hey, not everybody is as tough as me I guess, but for those folks I guess the leisurely Comet is more their speed. So now you're complaining about people complaining about the complainers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkdcoaster Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Anybody know where you can get coupons for HP? I know in the past years Wendys used to have some. Thanks, Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fooz Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 At this point I wish the "lapbar hurt my legs" people would just STFU. If you can't handle it, go marathon on Great Bear. All I see here is a ton of people whining about the whiners. Excruciating thigh pain ain't for everybody, but clearly there's a healthy contingent here who are into it so I'm sure ThighKrush has a rosy future at Hershey. Anyhow, you really should ride the ThighKrush before you give your opinion on it. If this forum is like every other one on the internet, I'm sure that point is made about 50 times a day but doesn't stop the ignorant from stating their case. As a funny aside, *I* can't believe how much whining I see in this thread about the Wildcat. One of my favorite woodies and I don't consider it rough at all - a little wild yes, but not "rough" or "painful", but the "wimps" are out in force around here talking about how much that thing beats you up. Hey, not everybody is as tough as me I guess, but for those folks I guess the leisurely Comet is more their speed. So now you're complaining about people complaining about the complainers? A valid complaint, IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckaroo234 Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 So now you're complaining about people complaining about the complainers? NO RECURSING! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manic Monte Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Anybody know where you can get coupons for HP? I know in the past years Wendys used to have some. Thanks, Jeff We got our tickets from Giant Foods. $15 off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahecht Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 ^If you want to buy your tickets at the gate, the local Dunkin Donuts stores have coupons (although I'm not sure if the Dunkin Donuts right next to the ticket windows does) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ccron10 Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 ^If you want to buy your tickets at the gate, the local Dunkin Donuts stores have coupons (although I'm not sure if the Dunkin Donuts right next to the ticket windows does) That one doesn't, but the one next to Red Robin next to the park does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
takeariisk Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Kinda disappointed that the ride sounds painful . Looking at the layout, it reminded me a lot of Maverick, but without the defensive riding. It seems that this is not the case. Having to ride defensively really takes away from a ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schotcher Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 I've asked this before, but I never got an answer, so I'll ask again: Is there a good chance HP will create an unlimited Fast Track product in the later years, or is the current "One ride per coaster" Fast Track option likely to stay the only form? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy T. Koepp Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 I hadn't been paying much attention to this ride, but I went and watched the POV on Youtube and all of the sudden, my legs started hurting. Is this normal???? It's because Skyrush gave you diabetes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Real Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 I will gladly marathon it. If I can put up with 30+ rides on Voyage twice this wont be an issue. And I say that absolutely sincerely, it wouldn't bother me. I've taken the neck beating on Maverick for a long time, its not as bad as people make it out to be. Complaining about intense rides being too intense would be counter-intuitive (and hypocritical of me) since those are the rides I long for. Not trying to be a hard ass, I just ignore pain like that. Other things to think about like how awesome it would be. So who wants to get me out of work for a day so I can marathon it? I also need some gas money for the 10hr drive... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intimidator305 Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 The more I hear about this being almost as intense or even more intense than Intimidator 305, the more it makes me want to drive up to Hershey right now. This thing sounds like a beast... Possibly top 2 material for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manic Monte Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 I will gladly marathon it. If I can put up with 30+ rides on Voyage twice this wont be an issue. And I say that absolutely sincerely, it wouldn't bother me. I've taken the neck beating on Maverick for a long time, its not as bad as people make it out to be. Complaining about intense rides being too intense would be counter-intuitive (and hypocritical of me) since those are the rides I long for. Not trying to be a hard A$$, I just ignore pain like that. Other things to think about like how awesome it would be. So who wants to get me out of work for a day so I can marathon it? I also need some gas money for the 10hr drive... Haha...love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Levi Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 So now you're complaining about people complaining about the complainers? Sure, why not? And now you're complaining about people complaining about people complaining about the complainers? Someone else - not a complainer or a complainer complainer but a complainer defender - mentioned that this would be much better with B&M clamshells. While those restraints are the best ever made for steel rollercoasters, they wouldn't work on this ride. I really think it would be chucking back seat riders in that case. What makes those things wonderful is you can give yourself a couple inches of room, fly all over the place, and still feel safe. On ThighKrush, you have two choices: Pain, or certain death. It's a thrill ride, baby! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gnome Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 According to actual G force limits, you have to be above -1.5 G's after 0.5 seconds. So my guess is that the airtime was just a little outside the legal limits, so they put the trims on so the ride will be just within legal airtime limits, meaning either it gets above -1.5 before the 0.5 second part, or it stays comfortably within the -1.4 range, as you can keep a ride at -1.4 for up to four seconds. I don't see how a .10 of extra gravitational pull has to be 3.5 seconds shorter then 1.4 negative g's. I too would like to see these standards. Anybody experience any redding out on this ride? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skycoastin Steve Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Someone else - not a complainer or a complainer complainer but a complainer defender - mentioned that this would be much better with B&M clamshells. There were days I rode Intimidator 232 several times in a row and my thighs ended up sore from hitting the restraints. Apollo's Chariot has worn my thighs out after several back row rides in a row. If the airtime is strong enough, your thighs are going to hurt regardless. Honestly, after riding Skyrush and Apollo back to back days, the material on AC's lapbars isn't that much softer than Skyrush. They're more ergonomic than Skyrush's restraints, and they're ratcheting instead of hydraulic, but the material surely isn't the problem. But I still don't think it's any different (or worse) than any of the other modern Intamins, all of them have a tendency to staple down throughout the ride. So this isn't anything new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adavis Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Count me in for the sponsored marathon session, I drove twelve hours each way to ride it once, and it was totally worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manic Monte Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Someone else - not a complainer or a complainer complainer but a complainer defender - mentioned that this would be much better with B&M clamshells. There were days I rode Intimidator 232 several times in a row and my thighs ended up sore from hitting the restraints. Apollo's Chariot has worn my thighs out after several back row rides in a row. If the airtime is strong enough, your thighs are going to hurt regardless. Honestly, after riding Skyrush and Apollo back to back days, the material on AC's lapbars isn't that much softer than Skyrush. They're more ergonomic than Skyrush's restraints, and they're ratcheting instead of hydraulic, but the material surely isn't the problem. But I still don't think it's any different (or worse) than any of the other modern Intamins, all of them have a tendency to staple down throughout the ride. So this isn't anything new. And that brings us back to Robb's post a few pages back. On another note, I didn't realize that BG was so close to Hershey. I may have to re-examine my trip for tomorrow and Thurs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skycoastin Steve Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 ^I would say they're about 5-5 1/2 hours apart depending on traffic. You have to go through northern VA no matter which route you take, and that can be a disaster if you're unlucky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manic Monte Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Good to know...thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HersheyBearsDan Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 I hope there's enough cheese to go along with the amount of wHine in here lately . Holy Crap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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