Taeshan Posted June 17, 2020 Share Posted June 17, 2020 Going to be at the Candymonium first rides event and the second passholder preview. Going to finally cross off all but the kiddie coaster here (missing Fahrenheit, Wildcat, and the Lightning side plus Candy obviously) First summer with passes so it's been rough so far but hopefully we get a good rest of the year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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CenturyFlyer Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 The rides page on the website lists Storm Runner as closed for the season. That seems odd (though not really I guess b/c Intamin), and it would be unfortunate if it's closed all summer. sooperdooperLooper is also temporarily closed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tndank Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 That is not good news at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taeshan Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 The rides page on the website lists Storm Runner as closed for the season. That seems odd (though not really I guess b/c Intamin), and it would be unfortunate if it's closed all summer. sooperdooperLooper is also temporarily closed. Confirmed on their Insta. Probably about launch concerns with weight. Or parts. Or just anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoshiFan Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 The park replied to someone's message on Facebook stating Storm Runner is closed because necessary maintenance was delayed due to impact of the virus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CenturyFlyer Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 I remember seeing an availability calendar for reservations on the website with check marks on the open days (which was all of them). I don't see it now. Am I just missing something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmyUD06 Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 You need a ticket or pass to access the reservation system. Edit: I think this is what you were looking for: https://www.hersheypark.com/reservations/reserve-your-day/availability.php?_ga=2.173162337.35138034.1593269977-1848675145.1591994155 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CenturyFlyer Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Thanks! Does the system make you select a time with only a certain number of spots being available per time slot like the Cedar Fair parks are doing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmyUD06 Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 No idea; I don't have a pass or tickets, and you can't access the actual reservation system without one of those. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarimeister Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Thanks! Does the system make you select a time with only a certain number of spots being available per time slot like the Cedar Fair parks are doing? I made a reservation for 2 days and it's just for the day. No specific time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bert425 Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Can't wait to go back. . tho looking like 2021 now wanna check out the new coaster and entrance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarimeister Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 I see on the HersheyPark website, that StormRunner is now showing "Closed for the Season" It had opened, right? So wonder what's going on that it's suddenly down? https://www.hersheypark.com/explore-the-park/rides/storm-runner/ According to their Instagram page in some of the comments they said due to the delays caused by COVID-19 they weren't able to perform their maintenance necessary to open it for the season. Something like that. Really unfortunate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bert425 Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 ^ StormRunner is easily my favorite Coaster there, so that's a shame but they still have a really stellar lineup anyways - worth a visit for Great Bear, Lightning Racer, Farenheit, SuperDooperLooper, Coment, and I'm assuming Candymonium will be awesome. The Indoor spinner is fun too. can easily skip the Mouse and Wildcat I'm personally not a fan of Skyrush - so that's not a "deciding factor on a visit" for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarimeister Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 ^ StormRunner is easily my favorite Coaster there, so that's a shame but they still have a really stellar lineup anyways - worth a visit for Great Bear, Lightning Racer, Farenheit, SuperDooperLooper, Coment, and I'm assuming Candymonium will be awesome. The Indoor spinner is fun too. can easily skip the Mouse and Wildcat I'm personally not a fan of Skyrush - so that's not a "deciding factor on a visit" for me. I'm definitely really excited to visit for the first time, and yeah I'm very bummed Storm Runner won't be open. However, I really am excited for Skyrush, Candymonium, and the other highlights there. Since I have to come back to the area at some point for Dorney and Jersey Devil at SFGAdv, I will definitely be back to get Storm Runner and anything else that's closed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southpuddle Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Eek. This is not the year to be making any first ever trips to parks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarimeister Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 Eek. This is not the year to be making any first ever trips to parks. That's my decision to make. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmyUD06 Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 (edited) Eek. This is not the year to be making any first ever trips to parks. Agreed. Unless you can temper you expectations to realize that everything is going to suck. Granted, I'm going to KI for 2 days and CP for 3 in a few weeks, but I fully expect everything not to be running, lines to be long, and food service to be a shitshow. I just need a dose of normalcy in my life, and if I can't go get drunk and play video games at my local Dave and Busters, coasters it is. Edited June 28, 2020 by Mike240SX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tndank Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 SDLooper is not running for now either. It should be back up at some point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bert425 Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 ^ that's a shame, as I love that coaster. what about Sidewinder and Trailblazer? (I mean, neither of those are must rides, but they are coasters there) . . . wondering if those two are closed, if they just closed that Section over by StormRunner? Since the 3 coasters are all right next to each other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScreaminNewEngland Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 ^ that's a shame, as I love that coaster. what about Sidewinder and Trailblazer? (I mean, neither of those are must rides, but they are coasters there) . . . wondering if those two are closed, if they just closed that Section over by StormRunner? Since the 3 coasters are all right next to each other. They'll both be open Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CNYCoasterguy11 Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 ^ that's a shame, as I love that coaster. what about Sidewinder and Trailblazer? (I mean, neither of those are must rides, but they are coasters there) . . . wondering if those two are closed, if they just closed that Section over by StormRunner? Since the 3 coasters are all right next to each other. More than likely it's just maintenance issues that normally would be addressed in the off-season but due to COVID they most likely weren't able to finish the work and/or parts couldn't make it to America from wherever they are coming from. It's a shame and SooperDooper is my daughter's favorite but we will still enjoy our visit this year just the same. And Kissing Tower is also closed which is no surprise due to the broken window and the fact it's probably a bad idea to run it with Social Distancing and all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrillseeker4552 Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 Bummer to hear that Storm Runner will be closed all season, but at least ya'll have a shiny new B&M Hyper to help make up for it. Can't wait to see the POV and hear people's thoughts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tndank Posted June 29, 2020 Share Posted June 29, 2020 First rides on Candymonium happening today. Love seeing all the comments asking if it crushes your thighs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikehaggar Posted June 29, 2020 Share Posted June 29, 2020 Oh wow... no impressions yet? Was really looking forward to seeing what the community thinks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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