TurnOfTheCentury Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 I need to get back to Skyrush and re-ride it: I only got to ride it once, in the back, on a very busy, hot day (when they had sold out of "fast passes!"), with 2-minute dispatches causing an hour+ wait, and, to cap it off, a woman barfed in the line directly in front of me. Putting that parade of horribles all together, it may have affected why I wasn't as impressed with the ride as I felt I *should* have been: loved the first drop and the air, but it seemed over very quickly? Agreed that a B&M hyper would feel very different than Skyrush: I initially thought there would be some redundancy, but totally different layouts and feel, as others pointed out. And I am glad I am not alone in being confused by Cedar Fair essentially building larger versions of existing B&M hypers at the two CW's Finally, it is interesting how B&M owned the '90s in terms of innovation and intensity, but never really pushed the envelope with their hypers in terms of intensity or airtime? I have only been on the "first generation" B&M hypers (e.g., Raging Bull, Apollo's Chariot, Silver Star, Nitro) and they all felt like essentially very similar profiles -- enjoyable rides, but designed to provide nothing more than floater air. Are the newer generation hypers/ gigas more aggressive in airtime? (e.g., Fury 325 or Diamond Back or Mako). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 The newer ones feel like you’re riding air. Literally! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraroc Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 Is it just me, or did they change the restraint sensors on Skyrush? I didn't get walk of shamed, but on this trip, they had to staple the hell outta me. Also, I noticed that this year, the ride ops shuffled a lot of larger people on the ride to the winged seats, almost making the wing seats the unofficial "big boy seats" of skyrush. It's an absolute beast of a coaster though. It's truly amazing with some of the most impressive air I have ever felt on a coaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALT2870 Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Just dragging this back up from a few pages ago: Finally firming up a weekend East Coast trip next month. (Mainly to see closing night of a Broadway show.) Since the show is Sunday night have decided to make a return visit to Hershey and get that elusive ride on Skyrush. (We were next to ride before they shut it down.) How are crowds on September Saturday's? Specifically I am going the 15th. In ideal land, I would spend opening till around 2-3PM at Hershey then drive up to Knoebels for the evening. (Sue me.) Was just at the park last year in May so did most of the stuff so just really looking to hit a few things that we missed and some ride some favorites. Mainly Skyrush, Storm Runner, Chocolate World (didn't do as well), ZooAmerica possibly, and a couple of others. Park Hours: Hersheypark: 10AM-10PM Knoebels: 12PM-8PM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.J. Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 You should definitely get your money's worth and spend some time at Hersheypark the evening before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted August 28, 2018 Author Share Posted August 28, 2018 (edited) (Mainly to see closing night of a Broadway show.) More importantly, which show? Spongebob closes on the 16th, you know! Edited August 28, 2018 by robbalvey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALT2870 Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 (Mainly to see closing night of a Broadway show.) More importantly, which show? Spongebob closes on the 16th, you know! You guessed it. You should definitely get your money's worth and spend some time at Hersheypark the evening before. That's what I was planning on but oddly enough they are not open that Friday. (The day I fly in.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted August 28, 2018 Author Share Posted August 28, 2018 (Mainly to see closing night of a Broadway show.) More importantly, which show? Spongebob closes on the 16th, you know! You guessed it. Oh, I'm so jealous! We loved the show! I've actually considered doing a classic TPR "Coaster Expedition" style video to "I'm not a Simple Sponge." Enjoy the show! At least there is a good video of it floating around for those who want to relive it after it closes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garet Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 (Mainly to see closing night of a Broadway show.) More importantly, which show? Spongebob closes on the 16th, you know! You guessed it. Oh, I'm so jealous! We loved the show! I've actually considered doing a classic TPR "Coaster Expedition" style video to "I'm not a Simple Sponge." Enjoy the show! At least there is a good video of it floating around for those who want to relive it after it closes! I need to go track down this video after work. Really would have loved to see that musical. I’m not the hugest fan of the show but I have friends who dislike it more than me and they loved the musical for its energy and catchy songs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcoaster Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 I have never been to Hershey’s halloween event, are the Intamin’s open? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prospekt88 Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 I have never been to Hershey’s halloween event, are the Intamin’s open? Yes they are, and from my experience there are usually very minimal lines for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoshiFan Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 Friday and Sunday usually are the low crowd days. Saturday during Hersheypark in the Dark usually has horrible crowds. Last year I remember looking at the app and it was showing a 60 minute wait for Trailblazer and sooperdooperlooper. I usually try to go on a Sunday when everything except Laff Trakk is 5 - 10 minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prospekt88 Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 Yeah I’ve only been on Sundays so that would make sense. It’s a great time to go to the park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boldikus Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 Seems like this might be the 2020 announcement, since they already announced the 2019 dark ride addition/update. https://www.facebook.com/Hersheypark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoasterAuditor Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 Interesting. Wonder why they would announce it so far in advance? Maybe to explain the large pile of dirt that will be over there in 2019? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boldikus Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 Well its pretty well known its not just going to be a coaster but a large expansion and new front entrance. I'm sure they're going to start work soon on such a large project. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Geek Mojo Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 I love getting all these announcements early. I figure what Hershey is doing in 2020 is going to be gigantic with adding the new land and all...They're going to need to start working on it right away. Wise decision for the park imo. Can't wait! 2020 is going to be an awesome year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deguy123 Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 I can't wait to see what they announce! What does everyone think will happen to the old entrance area (meaning the shops)? It's crowded which makes sense to move it but I love that area and would hate to see it demolished. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 So that's two parks today that basically announced their 2020 additions!?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKI Jizzman Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 Are they going to surpass their 5lb Hershey bar with a 10lb Hershey bar?! How about doubling up on the 1lb Reese Cup and make it 2lb or a giant ass Take 5 bar! ...so this is the B&M hyper announcement or teaser I guess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knowit Posted September 19, 2018 Share Posted September 19, 2018 I understand and totally respect all the comments on the differences , pros and cons of adding another potentially similar ride to Skyrush to the new area at Hersheypark. But what if they’re actually going with a groundbreaking hybrid coaster ? With the tech available today, it wouldn’t be anything for RMC or even GCI to create a wooden hybrid hyper of some type. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knowit Posted September 19, 2018 Share Posted September 19, 2018 I think that would certainly blow some minds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freejaffa Posted September 19, 2018 Share Posted September 19, 2018 I understand and totally respect all the comments on the differences , pros and cons of adding another potentially similar ride to Skyrush to the new area at Hersheypark. But what if they’re actually going with a groundbreaking hybrid coaster ? With the tech available today, it wouldn’t be anything for RMC or even GCI to create a wooden hybrid hyper of some type. I would love that but the B&M on the permits makes me doubt the possibility. I really don’t love B&M but even my thick head has accepted it’s going to be a B&M hyper. FYI I am still really pro Wildcat RMC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knowit Posted September 19, 2018 Share Posted September 19, 2018 Whoa. I didn’t even read the B&M part about the permits. Maybe a dive machine? The area of expansion has a lot of leeway with what they can do over there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBrylczyk Posted September 19, 2018 Share Posted September 19, 2018 If they waste all that money on a Beemer instead of giving Comet a much-needed refurb then they're just being silly. I'm not saying RMC-ify Comet, but that thing really needs some TLC. Last time I rode it I was surprised it held together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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