Darien Lake TR

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Was at the park today for the first time this year, so I thought I'd post a few thoughts.

 

Superman: Still a huge crowd pleaser, 15 years later. (Take note, Darien Lake). Ejector Airtime is awesome, can't believe they let a man with no legs on. I feel bad for the ride-ops who have to live with that pretty negligent decision, though they were young probably. Anyways, everyone smiles at the breaks, and not many coasters in the country have that effect.

 

Bathrooms: Pretty dirty, and soap dispensers weren't working in several of them. I know people can be nasty, but dirty bathrooms are a real turnoff to me. Details, Darien. Details.

 

Crowds: Seemed like a decent amount of people. Most rides had a line. ::shrugs::

 

Coaster Operation One train operation on Superman was annoying, as this is the star attraction at the park. 30 minute - 1 hour wait, most of the day. My dad suggested that maybe it's some sort of insurance issue because of the rides' history, which is possible. Predator didn't open till 2. Boomerang had super lazy ride ops. Motocoaster was a crowd pleaser but broke down when I was next. Still havn't ridden the thing. Didn't ride any others.

 

Sangria wine slushy: Recommended! Left my ID in the car but she served me anyways. Not sure if that's a good thing or a bad thing at 29. Maybe its the hint of grey hair.

 

Blast Off: Not a huge tower, but was a crowd pleaser and had a line every time I went by/rode. A needed addition.

 

Waterpark: Was looking forward to getting my sun and slide on but it was cloudy all day, so didn't bother.

 

Anchor Bar: A solid change, beats the hell out of that dirty chicken shanty.

 

Got to relive my childhood with my niece and nephew, which made the day awesome. They had a blast and were getting bolder with the ride choices as the day went on. All in all we had a good time, but definitely room for Darien Lake to step up their game with smaller details. I never see any management roaming the park. At King's Dominion the park president was going around picking up trash. This park needs a hands on leader like that. Lake monster is needed, as I find myself apathetic towards riding anything but Superman. Nothing compares. Another star attraction is a must!