The Great Nor'easter (formerly called Fly - The Great Nor Easter from 2006 to 2016) is a

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Suspended Looping Coaster The Suspended Looping Coaster (or SLC, as referred to by coaster enthusiasts) is a model of steel roller coaster, steel inverted roller coaster, inverted roller coaster built by Vekoma. There are at least 39 different installations across the wor ...

model manufactured by the Dutch company

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Morey's Piers Morey’s Piers & Beachfront Waterparks is a classic seaside amusement park located on The Wildwoods' boardwalk in Wildwood and North Wildwood, New Jersey. The park has been family owned and operated since 1969 and is currently run by 2nd gen ...

amusement park in

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. The track is colored white and blue and seats 20 people per ride in two trains. Riders are required to give 10 tickets or have a wristband in order to ride, and must be over 52" and under 79". Further restrictions are posted at the ride, and loose articles (cell phones, flip flops, etc.) are not permitted. The Great Nor'easter opened on May 26, 1995. It was known by that name until 2005, and since 2017.

Refurbishments

2006

For 2006, the track and supports were painted white. Previously, they had been painted in a pinkish-red.

2008

For 2008, the coaster received a 1.2 million dollar upgrade, which saw new-style "Freedom Seats" cars installed. "The new train features an ergonomically designed seat making the ride experience more enjoyable by holding the rider firmly, while also providing unhindered vision in all directions as well as complete arm freedom. The design utilizes a lap bar and innovative vest, to comfortably restrain Guests during the ride. Add to that a redesigned station and all new red, white and blue color theme, and you have a brand new ride experience!” The seats were originally used for two

Suspended Family Coaster A Suspended Family Coaster is a steel inverted roller coaster built by Vekoma designed for families with no inversions. Just like all inverted roller coasters the train runs under the track with the seats directly attached to the wheel carriage. ...

, but people enjoyed them so much they added them to

2017

In February 2016,

revealed that $4 million would be spent on replacing 90% of the ride's track with new track that uses 'bending technology' to make for a smoother ride experience.

Incidents

Shortly after The Great Nor'easter opened, a 36-year-old worker was kicked in the temple by a passenger on a passing train and killed in August 1995. Shortly after this incident, Morey's Piers employed a new restricted area system for all their major rides, preventing anyone from being within those areas while the ride is in motion.

References

External links

* Fly – The Great Nor'easter's POV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zqca7VuWDZU
Morey's Piers homepage
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