Comments on: Storm Runner @ Hersheypark | Coaster Reviews

By: @mattmcirvin

@mattmcirvin — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 15:53:53 +0000

I still regret picking Fahrenheit instead of Storm Runner for my first ride when I visited Hersheypark last summer. Fahrenheit is not bad; it's a fine coaster, but the line I had to stand in to ride it was brutal, and it was a weekday (in August, granted). And between that and various misadventures, I never even got around to riding Storm Runner, which has a higher capacity and a better reputation with coaster fans.

The next time I go back there (and there certainly will be a next time), Storm Runner and Lightning Racer are high on the wish list. Probably higher than Skyrush, which sounds like it has capacity problems too.

By: Mark

Mark — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 07:12:08 +0000

Storm Runner was much better than Xcelerator and Top Thrill Dragster. The other two have better launches but Storm Runner is a superior ride, for obvious reasons. The final inversion is spectacular.

By: Paul A

Paul A — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 17:09:30 +0000

I loved this ride. The launch is great, and the multiple hills and inversions make it more than just about the launch. I really liked the first and second hills in this one. It sort of combines the thrill of a launch coaster like Kingda Ka (but is less intense because it's 72mph which is still plenty fast) with the smooth hills and inversions of more traditional steel coasters. I really enjoyed this coaster. Storm runner and Fahrenheit are my two favorites at Hersheypark. Great Bear and Lighting Racer were also up there

By: T-Bird

T-Bird — Sat, 29 May 2010 18:55:07 +0000

I just visited HersheyPark for the first time May 21st. I always avoided it because I thought it was too small. I was disappointed at how many school groups were there on a Friday. I was so irritated. But by 4pm, the lines started getting much better. I should have bought a twilight ticket. Anyway, Storm Runner was my absolute favorite ride. I love launch coasters. I agree that it could have been longer, but they NEVER are. It always leaves you wanting more. And boy did I get more riding it four times that day. The front seat is absolutely the best!

By: Quil

Quil — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 07:38:05 +0000

I think i may have a soulution to your problem, (or a couple)

1. never visit a park on a saterday, especialy if it`s nice out.

2. Wensdays during the school year are very clear, most rides will probably be walk-ons.

3. if you have kids, come on a cold sunday during the scool year.

4. during the summer, go diuring the week, when most people are working, this will help if you have a weekend job, and if you dont, take the day off if you can.

5. if you can`t, call in sick.(ocasssionaly)

6. wake up early so you can get to the park when it opens, less people will be there, so you`ll be able to ride most of the good rides quickly.

7. never ride the best rides during the day. ride the supbar/okay ones when the day is most bussy, ride the best rides at night,which both the line is shorter and the rideis funner.

i hope what i said was useful, an will help people avoid long lines at theme parks.

By: adavis

adavis — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 22:03:30 +0000

Storm Runner was next, another fifteen and we were on, mysteriously the back cars on both coasters were not operating. No big deal. Yet. Storm Runner was fun, very forceful, similar to one one of the double-spire Intamin rides, nowhere near the force of one of their strata rides, obviously. Still, a good ride, with an awesome barrel roll and incredible unique element in the snake dive. I could have done without the headbanging pseudo trick track, but otherwise good stuff.

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 16:35:21 +0000

Thanks for that info. I also wonder what happens when a ride closes (i mean the details) and i didn't ask so that is cool to know.

By: TheRealRideWarrior

TheRealRideWarrior — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 19:56:48 +0000

I know last year (while testing i believe) a piece broke on Stormrunner that kept it closed for a while….to like memorial day. Only reason behind the closure was piece had to come directly from the intamin plant overseas.

By: Quil

Quil — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 20:54:22 +0000

thanks, i was just a little confused.

By: Mike

Mike — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 18:57:34 +0000

ok let me put it this way. Why do rides break down? Can you find out ahead of time if a ride will be operating on the day you visit the park? I didn't know why StormRunner was not in operation on 4/26/2009. The park was closed to the public that day. Can a roller coaster be inoperable because the park hasn't official opened to the public? I'm worried when I visit the park again StormRunner will not be operational?

Hope that clears it up for you