Agree with Bermuda replacement, storm doesn't touch the sides. Great to see something new but equally disappointing with what they could have done. Way too short IMO - it needs a few snaking troughs before launch and after splash down - I haven't seen inside the show building, but surely there would have been space to allow for a proper beginning and ending.. Bugger.

I just don't understand how you can think that in the same area the park once had Bermuda you could get a 28m tall coaster + Bermuda. We've the extent of how big this ride would be. Looking at the pictures and the POV, I think they've done a very good job. If you are unhappy with what we got, just be glad they didn't plonk the coaster down in the carpark like the original plans.

Yeah there really isn't much ride there for $20million.

I get the feeling Mack water coasters are more expensive per meter than most other ones out there. ...They need 6 rails of track, and the track is say double the width of the track used on Jet Rescue for instance. Bermudas building got reused, but it has been entirely re-roofed (No more SW logo), floor dug out and sealed as a giant pool that I doubt that much was saved on reusing it.

I haven't seen inside the show building, but surely there would have been space to allow for a proper beginning and ending.. Bugger.

Not really. Basically most of the show building is used for deceleration, given boats are coming in much faster than the old ride and guess a bit more space either side for the wave generated.

Lets not forget how small Bermudas drops actually were:

If you see the version of this ride at Djurs Sommerland the U-turn at the end is basically as tight as the boats can do, so there isn't the space for a full snake up and back into the space in between.

Bermudas old layout for those interested

Edited December 6, 201312 yr by Gazza

Basically most of the show building is used for deceleration, given boats are coming in much faster than the old ride and guess a bit more space either side for the wave generated. Bermudas old layout for those interested

Also don't forget the show building is now being used as a guest-accessible area for the first time, with the ride entry, exit and queuing/loading. Gazza that layout I believe was a guesstimation put together by a forum member. May not be entirely accurate

^ it's not 100% spot on, but for the purposes of this site, it's close enough. As for the debate about which is better between Storm and Bermuda; look they're different, so compelling arguments could be made for both rides. Personally, I think Bermuda at its best was probably a little better, but Storm is a perfect fit for Sea World, is an awesome ride in its own righ, and a worthy replacement. Also from my ride, I'll say that Storm without fire is much better than Bermuda without fire.

(This might be off topic but hey it mentions the SC and BT in it so who cares) there was two buildings for Bermuda. When going down the first drop in Bermdua there was a shed. In side the shed was where the roof fell then entering that creepy sharks mouth.. Then the ride got to the part of the aliens was the main show building. Storm Coaster has two again one where the queue line is where the first flume channel goes before the hill then the next building is where the coaster goes again into another flume channel which lasts like for 2 seconds in the building and your back in the show building.

All of it is in the one building now with a wall down the middle...

On BT The small thing along the side which contained the falling roof and giant mouth was really just a small extension along the edge which was demolished when this coaster was constructed.

It's really good build up, anticipation great ride... ok. Love all the theming but the ship you don't notice because your ducking your head so ye

Is the the ride photo system up and running yet?

Are the fire effects working yet?

Is the the ride photo system up and running yet?

Yes the photos are up and running.

Are the fire effects working yet?

No.

Also here is the POV

Storm Coaster - Opening Day POV

At what point of the ride are the photos taken?

At what point of the ride are the photos taken?

Just after you come in after the drop. But there is a second rig setup just after you leave the station but there is no camera in there.

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Edited December 7, 201312 yr by Randy23

^ Looks different to me. Looks to be much better quality, although I would've preferred a handheld to better show the darkride portion. One thing that I've noticed from both POV's is that the splashdown area sounds pretty lifeless. Not sure if the camera's case is blocking the microphone but for me the audio doesn't match the disastrous visuals. Would like to hear sirens, wind, rain etc.

Edited December 7, 201312 yr by Flea

Nine News Story on the Storm Coaster

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lh3AbWA84Vs

(This might be off topic but hey it mentions the SC and BT in it so who cares) there was two buildings for Bermuda. When going down the first drop in Bermdua there was a shed. In side the shed was where the roof fell then entering that creepy sharks mouth.. Then the ride got to the part of the aliens was the main show building. Storm Coaster has two again one where the queue line is where the first flume channel goes before the hill then the next building is where the coaster goes again into another flume channel which lasts like for 2 seconds in the building and your back in the show building.

The extra building on the side of Bermuda was, as Gazza said, essentially an extension that housed the full splashdown. Once you made that first turn, you were then inside the main building. For Storm, most of the splashdown occurs within the main building (another reason why there is not as much room now). They did build a smaller angled building extension for part of the Storm's splashdown, made from steel and concrete and using more shipping containers as a facade. The queue entry and initial flume section before the drop are just containers I believe, rather than actual building extensions.

Not sure how much they could do with sound inside the show building without 'giving away the plot' for those waiting in line....

went on this today the damn thing is breaking down already! waited an hour in line for it to re-open finally got on it and not too impressed so far. 1st you don't get drenched i got wet on my whole right side but the left side was pretty much untouched. secondly there's not enough effects etc inside the building they should ave made it so waves are breaking against the boat or something cool like that but what is really there is pretty damn boring. not really worth the hour wait 20m doesn't buy much these days apparently...

Edited December 9, 201312 yr by bladex

Here's a pic SW posted on their FB of the water dump effect on Storm:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10153563058720582&set=a.10150305642055582.563523.283591200581&type=1&theater

Edited December 9, 201312 yr by Gazza

There is one thing that I don't like this ride is the queue line where you enter the container which was horrible there was no air condition in there it was really that bad

went on this today the damn thing is breaking down already! waited an hour in line for it to re-open finally got on it and not too impressed so far. 1st you don't get drenched i got wet on my whole right side but the left side was pretty much untouched. secondly there's not enough effects etc inside the building they should ave made it so waves are breaking against the boat or something cool like that but what is really there is pretty damn boring. not really worth the hour wait 20m doesn't buy much these days apparently...

It's only been open for 1 day officially, there's bound to be teething problems. Hell GL still breaks down once a day. You're annoyed due to the disparity of water that splashed on you? Picky much? Given most are commending the theming and you are saying its poor, I'd say you are being overly critical or water rides are just not your thing

went on this today the damn thing is breaking down already! waited an hour in line for it to re-open finally got on it and not too impressed so far. 1st you don't get drenched i got wet on my whole right side but the left side was pretty much untouched. secondly there's not enough effects etc inside the building they should ave made it so waves are breaking against the boat or something cool like that but what is really there is pretty damn boring. not really worth the hour wait 20m doesn't buy much these days apparently...

I'm surprised to hear this feedback. Most of the people that have ridden it so far have said there are plenty of effects, even without the fire.

I am going to the park tomorrow, but am taken family who don't want to go on the storm. When the ride isn't broken down, how long are you in the queue line? Also, do people think the park will be busy tomorrow, even though most schools aren't on holidays yet? At what point during the day will the storm have the shortest queue?

I wouldn't say most schools aren't on holidays - a hell of a lot are. Your best bet is to head their first thing when the park opens, or at time when other attractions are pulling crowds away, like when the dolphin show, jet ski show etc are on. Typically rides get a little quieter between 12-1 when most people take a break for lunch

I wouldn't say most schools aren't on holidays - a hell of a lot are. Your best bet is to head their first thing when the park opens, or at time when other attractions are pulling crowds away, like when the dolphin show, jet ski show etc are on. Typically rides get a little quieter between 12-1 when most people take a break for lunch

Thanks. Generally though, how long have the queue's been, when it has not broken down?