January 16 - We continue to track the construction progress of Wildcat's Revenge at Hersheypark. On this latest video we see red steel frame being added to the station and red plastic roof cement. There are newly installed black steel cross ties which have been added to the world's first underflip and black steel frame is being put in place. We are expecting further track to be installed in the coming weeks.
December 18 - When Wildcat's Revenge opens at Hersheypark it will include the World's Largest Underflip. Work is progressing very well and Hersheypark has recently posted a number of photos on their official Facebook page of how the RMC transformation of Wilcat into Wildcat's Revenge is going.
Wildcat fans should get to experience all that is on offer, including the World's Largest Underflip, when Wildcat's Revenge opens in summer 2023. We will continue to keep you updated on construction progress throughout the winter and spring months. Are you excited about Wildcat's Revenge? Let us know your thoughts by leaving us a comment below or on our Facebook page.
November 18 - All eyes are on Hersheypark and the RMC transformation that is currently underway on the popular Wildcat coaster. Wildcat's Revenge is slated to open in Summer 2023 and at IAAPA it appears that the front car of one of the three uniquely themed trains has been revealed.
Wildcat’s Revenge Front Car Hersheypark @OrlandoExperie1 @IAAPAHQ @Hersheypark pic.twitter.com/ge4ktcBRqL
— Orlando Experience (@OrlandoExperie1) November 15, 2022
The news that Wildcat is to get the RMC treatment has surely been amazing for fans of Wildcat and Hersheypark and we will continue to bring you the latest update, on this much needed transformation, as Wildcat's Revenge emerges over the coming months. Whenever you hear Rocky Mountain Construction, their reputation for rejuvenating tired coasters instantly springs to mind. RMC certainly has a very good track record and we hope that Wildcat's Revenge will wow and thrill roller coaster fans when it opens in Spring 2023. Let us know your thoughts by leaving us a comment below or on our Facebook page.
November 9 - We very recently brought you the exciting news that it had been confirmed that Wildcat at Hersheypark was getting the RMC treatment. Well, it appears that this transformation has already begun.
William Supko Photography has posted a number of amazing photos on Facebook showing that pieces of RMC track are already being added to Wildcat. Wildcat will be getting a new track and a new name. We will be keeping you updated on the progress of this exciting project as it comes to fruition over the next six months. Are you looking forward to experiencing Wildcat's Revenge? Let us know your thoughts by leaving us a comment below or on our Facebook page.
November 3 - It is as we expected, Wildcat at Hersheypark is getting the RMC (Rocky Mountain Construction) treatment. Hersheypark officially announced yesterday that Wildcat's Revenge which is an all-new hybrid coaster will open Summer 2023.
The all-new wood and steel hybrid roller coaster will have 3,510ft of track and a ride time of 2 mins, 36 seconds. Riders will climb a 140 foor hill, dive into an 82-degree drop, reach speeds of up to 62mph, be inverted four times and experience the world's lasrgest underflip on three custom trains.
It certainly looks like Wildcat's Revenge is going to be a must-ride at Hersheypark when it opens next Summer. Take a look at the photos below and let us know your thoughts by leaving us a comment on this article or on our Facebook page. We will keep you updated with the progress of Wildcat's Revenge here at Theme Park Tourist.
October 31 - We have all been waiting to hear whether the iconic Wildcat at Hersheypark which closed at the end of July, will be getting the RMC treatment? Hersheypark has recently posted a tweet saying, "You waited, Get Ready, Tune In Nov 2" which means we will finally get to know the intended fate of Wildcat.
We will update you with the details of this announcement on Wednesday, November 2.
Happy #NationalCatDay!
— Hersheypark (@Hersheypark) October 29, 2022
Tune in November 2…. pic.twitter.com/8hZL2OlIEz
October 4 - It was back on July 31, 2022 that the legendary Wildcat at Hersheypark officially closed. This led many fans to speculate what would be done with this colossal roller coaster. A rumor was floated in mid August that Wildcat was to get the RMC treatment.
This rumor still hasn't been officially confirmed but fans are very hopeful that will come true. In our poll where we asked RMC treatment or new attraction for Wildcat?, 79% of voters said "RMC treatment" which certainly shows that Wildcat fans are not ready to give up on this coaster just yet.
The Coaster Spot did a construction update from Hersheypark in September which is embedded below. It shows footage of the current progress that has been made on Wildcat including:
- Parts of the track have been cut.
- Roof of station has been removed and is being redone.
- The aerial view shows the entrance ramp has been demolished and a temporary staircase to give access to the station has been added.
- It looks like some of the footers off the hill which led into the helix drop below the brake run have been removed.
- Some of the track which has been taken off has been stacked next to the coaster.
- Exit platform has been torn up and is gone.
It seems clear that preparation work is being done and we await confirmation from Hersheypark of their plans for Wildcat. For majority of fans they are hoping that it will be confirmed that Wildcat is getting the RMC treatment. We will keep you posted on further updates on our news and Facebook page.
August 12 - Wildcat at Hersheypark officially closed on Sunday July 31 which has led many fans to speculate what will be done with this legendary roller coaster. Understandably thoughts moved to a possible RMC overhaul? Some have also thought that the coaster will be removed in order to make way for something completely new, perhaps from GCI?
Well, there has now been a rumor from Screamscape saying that one of their sources has said that GCI did bid on the project but that they were outbid by RMC. There has not been anything officially announced by Hersheypark regarding the fate of Wildcat. We will keep you posted on further details on our news and Facebook page. In the mean time, have fun voting in our poll below, RMC treatment or new attraction?
UPDATE July 28 - There are now only three days left to ride the legendary Wildcat roller coaster at Hersheypark before it closes permanently on Sunday July 31, 2022. Hersheypark put out a tweet last week to remind theme park fans of its upcoming closure and also to let people know their current ticket offer of buy two tickets, get one free.
10 days left to get your final ride on Wildcat before it closes Sunday, July 31.
— Hersheypark (@Hersheypark) July 21, 2022
Buy 2 tickets, get 1 FREE when you buy online so come visit this July! https://t.co/SlqwPm74XV pic.twitter.com/hnycp9B4x9
July 9 - It is always sad to hear the news that a rollercoaster is closing and we have heard that Wildcat at Hersheypark will close permanently on July 31. Hersheypark announced this upcoming closure on their twitter page, with a Last to ride alert! It also tells us to stay tuned for details later this year which we are assuming means news of a new attraction to replace the iconic Wildcat.
We listed Wildcat in our our recent featured article, 5 Wooden Roller Coasters That Are In Desperate Need Of The "RMC" Treatment. The twisted nature of the track makes Wildcat a great candidate for some Rocky Mountain Construction TLC as it would improve the comfortability and thrills the ride offers immensely and adding a hybrid coaster to Hersheypark would improve an already impressive roster, and still leave them with two other good wooden coasters.
Last to ride alert! 🚨
— Hersheypark (@Hersheypark) July 8, 2022
Wildcat will close Sunday, July 31 so be sure to visit this month for one final ride. Any suggestions on what we could do with 3,100 feet of wooden track?
Stay tuned for details later this year. pic.twitter.com/ut8aRmfhat
Wildcat is one of several wooden coasters at Hersheypark, and was installed in 1996 at a cost of $5 million. The coaster was the first one to be manufactured by Great Coasters International, Inc. and hits a maximum speed of 48mph. Originally criticized for offering a rough experience, it was then outfitted with Millenium Flyer trains that offered a less painful ride around its 3,183-foot circuit although still never considered to be a smooth ride.
This news has inevitably caused upset for some Hersheypark fans, however a number of riders have commented online that recently Wildcat has been a very rough ride which leads us to believe that numbers have dwindled meaning it is time for this beast of a ride to retire.
Hersheypark is located in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The theme park was originally opened by Milton S. Hershey as a leisure park for employees of his chocolate factory. Hersheypark isn’t just your average theme park. There are not only incredible roller coasters, rides, and dining options, but tons of other attractions available in and out of the park. Included with your Let admission ticket to Hersheypark, you will also be able to visit ZooAmerica, The Boardwalk, and Hershey’s Chocolate World.
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