fallen xxi Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 My first invert was actually Mind Eraser at Six Flags Darien Lake, SO you have a much better first time than I did. Then after that I rode inverts like Raptor, Alpie, and Afterburn. Honestly, I find inverts overrated if you're not in an outside, if you are, then you are in for the ride of your life! They're so intense and fun, you'll have a fantastic time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B&MTeen93 Posted July 20, 2008 Author Share Posted July 20, 2008 to jimmy I've also been on Lightning Racer (twice in a row once) Which is my favorite wooden coaster there, I've also been on the Mouse, Comet, and Roller Soaker. Those 3 were decent. Lightning Racer just rocks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capitalize Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Great Bear is a fun, smooth ride. It doesn't really have any huge forces or anything. If you're feeling really nervous about it, the best solution is get there first thing the park opens, go straight to Great Bear, walk right on one of the middle rows with no waiting and just get it done with. I can just about guarantee you will find it to be a fun time... Like I said, its really smooth and I find it to be great fun. Hopefully if you're anything like me you'll go on anything after a B&M invert. Ages ago (1998 ) I went to BGE and got on Alpengeist (much larger, more forceful inverted coaster then Great Bear), since then you can't keep me off any coaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capitalize Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 to jimmy I've also been on Lightning Racer (twice in a row once) Which is my favorite wooden coaster there, I've also been on the Mouse, Comet, and Roller Soaker. Those 3 were decent. Lightning Racer just rocks. You might feel better about getting on Great Bear if you get on Super Dooper Looper first then, I suppose. Warm you up to the whole inversion/upside down thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterP Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 DON'T DO IT! You're totally gonna die on that rolly coaster!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixflagsguy5 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Great Bear is a change of pace for most US B&M inverts. It's layout isn't packed with inversion after inversion, it's designed to be more of a relaxing and fun ride. Have fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speeddeamon128 Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Its a really fun ride. Its very smooth & the inversions are designed perfectly. Here is a link to a RAW video I made of the Great Bear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcoaster Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 I was dissapointed on Saturday with the Bear on Saturday. It was not what i remeberd it to be. It just meanders around until the MCBR. If you want my full Hershey Trip report check it out, its on this page. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spideyfreak Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 There is no MCBR... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBru Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 I just rode the Great Bear for the first time a few hours ago, and I must say, it is definitely the most FUN B&M invert I've ever ridden! It was smooth, had a fun drop, and just had a nice layout without ever being very intense. I have no doubt that you will love it too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devious Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Great bear is one of my personal favorite rides, it's unique and thrilling, but not overly crazy (EG: The B&M "Batman" layout) so it has a lot of reride potential if the line isnt too bad the first drop on it is still one of my favorites, the left "Helix" into the right hand turn to the drop is the most unique pre-drop i've personally ridden Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacoasterrider Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 agreed, back right seat pulls a lot of G's through that helix. Considering the park shouldn't of had any room to squeeze a coaster in there, it's a great ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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