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Yes this is partly true. When I worked at KK, and Lightning Run was new. I remember staying past midnight just to run that thing through cycles don’t know about a specific number but it as constantly moving for hours.

^ it is Vortex that’s the second drop right there going up to the point where it curves around to go into the double loops.

It would have to be a block brake outside the unload station. The control panel is at the rear of the unload station and there is a window for the operator to see the train. I’m sure it functions to both send the train on and bring the next one in. That’s also where the transfer table is and if it wasn’t a block you wouldn’t be able to stop the train for switch position.

I think the only way to make up for this is to install an infinity coaster that dethrones Smiler if it’s inversion title. my reasoning: When Vortex opened, it held the inversion record, it’s only fitting its successor do the same.

Big Red? That’s Clifford.

If they really wanted to, they could probably set up a temporary stand or use FoF former photo area. Not a walk in gift shop, but certainly large enough to have a counter and some T-shirts behind it.

^or photo eye rigged by the boat itself.

That’s disappointing then, when I went before the accident the line seemed to crawl and all of them were going then.

How many trains does it have total? I can’t see a difference in running 2 vs running 3 or 4 as far as if the concern was brake power. I’ve ridden it before and it seemed to take a long time for a B&M as far as wait times. If there are 4 total trains I’d guess the ones that are off are the ones that were damaged from prior collision.

We already have our car themed coaster though. edit: two of them actually lol

If there was a large RMC in that exact spot, I doubt there would be any woods to speak of other than the structure.

^Wicked Twister/Dragster/Invertigo/Drop Tower have or have had regular songs playing that is “their theme song”

Wasn’t there but I HATE when people do this, if you’ve already released a train onto the lift or anywhere that has a brake in front of it, you have to E stop to attempt to prevent an event like happened with Raptor. Single person that was already not following rules by having loose articles unsecured now wants to break even more rules by endangering their life and the safety of those onboard. For a cell phone, wallet, whatever it is.

It’s those Stinger trains, they’re cursed. Can’t recall this happening in years past.

I wonder if there is any updates on this? Anyone working on the ride? Any news on cause? Haven’t heard anything for several days. The cause has likely already been determined internally as these new coasters can tell exactly what is, or was going on with them. Just wondering if any official statement or repairs have been announced.

But... 1 hour ago it was 2am. Yes it is the 4th, just an odd time lol

It will be very doable so long as you aren’t there on a Saturday. Remember to wear sunscreen if you’re going to the water park because you WILL burn.

I like them too! It may have taken 2 days of effort, but I was finally able to ride Top Thrill Dragster, In fact 3 of my 4 “must rides” were Intamin for my first visit to CP, Millennium Force, TTD, Maverick, and Steel Vengeance were the ones I decided to travel 5 hours for lol.

Oh I know, I was joking because clearly this doesn’t have brakes, only a cable. I was doing it from the perspective of Intamin trying to show why their brakes are important.

In steps Intamin “with our patented magnetic braking system, you will never be let down!” In all seriousness though, I hope everyone is ok.

Shoot when I went about a month ago they couldn’t hardly keep the thing running and when they did only 2 train operation. It took about 45 minutes to get through the line when entering immediately after a breakdown.

On KKs Facebook page they have out of the blue as per usual announced an announcement for today. I wish I knew how to link Facebook posts but I do not. No time given but it will likely be on social media per the usual. has a backdrop of a dark forest and simply says “Big announcement tonight!”

Could go with “Hershyparks CraaazzzyCoaster”

^ why would they not? I’m fairly certain we’ve seen them manufacture track for China before. It’s no different than Mack charging a premium to have their stuff built here as it’s done overseas.

Lightning Run wobbled a ton when it first opened. It had a supporting brace added which reduced the wobbling significantly.