This
ancient coaster (opened 1923) holds some sentimental value for me, as it’s one
of the first coasters I ever rode, with my Aunt Agnes who was crippled with
polio and wore a brace on one leg but loved roller coasters. At that time it was painted yellow but is
now a sort of beige color. And
although it has undergone a number of other modifications over the years, it
has been surprisingly well maintained.
From the loading station, the train makes a right turn and ascends an
80-foot lift hill. It then drops 65 feet
and proceeds through a series of twists, turns and drops. The addition of trim brakes did not do much
for the airtime but it still has some.
Not surprisingly, the ride is a bit rough but I would actually call it
good rough, in sharp contrast to the roughness of some other older wooden
coasters I’ve ridden. Thunderhawk is
hardly exceptional but due to its age, is something of a classic. 2 ½ out of 5 stars. For more information about rides at Dorney Park
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