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Welcome to the We Were Inverted Blog. Here you will be able to find a wide variety of article types. You’ll find everything from trip reports with the Flight Crew, editorials, reviews, and feature articles such as my well-received, “Phoenix & the Path it Blazed for Wooden Coaster Relocation,” where I worked with Knoebels and enthusiasts from numerous Facebook groups.
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Hersheypark – Christmas “Catty” Land
One last trip to Hersheypark in 2023 during the park’s Christmas Candylane event. We only had 4 hours, but still managed to score 10 laps on Wildcat’s Revenge.
Six Flags Great Adventure – Riding El Toro Once Again
I finally get to ride El Toro for the first time in a years after all of its downtime when I head up to Six Flags Great Adventure w/ my friend Karah.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg – 12 Hours of Non-Stop Rides
I head to Busch Gardens Williamsburg with my friend Jen for an amazing day where we crammed in dozens of rides & several haunts.
Hersheypark – More Laps on the Cat
Another workplace trip to finish up the summer of 2023 – this time to Hersheypark. Several groups make it out w/ Wildcat’s Revenge a major highlight.
Dorney Park – Went for the Pictures, Stayed for the Rides
After taking some of my best photos at Kings Dominion earlier in July, I head up to Dorney Park to try it again & have similar results.
Knoebels – Return Trip, Minus the Storms
After a storm-filled June work trip to Knoebels, I head back up w/ several more co-workers & Greg for a second round of amazing rides.
Kings Dominion – An Impromptu Picture Day
With some extra time off on my hands I head down to Kings Dominion w/ my camera where I take a ton of photos before even stepping foot onto a ride.
Hersheypark – Wildcat’s Revenge Impresses Yet Again
I head up to Hersheypark w/ some coworkers so they can experience Wildcat’s Revenge for the first time.
Knoebels – What’s a Little Rain & Lightning?
A workplace trip to Knoebels looks to be threatened by severe storms. A group of 10 of us decide to brave the weather & end up having an amazing day.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg – Kastle Crashing & Pin Buying
Five of us head into the former DarKastle to experience the all-new DarKoaster at Busch Gardens Williamsburg before hitting up other favorites.
DarKoaster Review – Love the Koaster or Miss the Kastle?
Find out my early thoughts on the Curse of DarKastle’s replacement, DarKoaster. Does this Intamin family launched coaster do the old ride justice?
Hersheypark – More “Wild” Rides on Media Day
I spend a few hours at Hersheypark after work for their Pass Holder Preview, ride a few rides, & check out Wildcat’s Revenge’s progress.
Hersheypark – Wildcat’s Revenge Memorial Day Preview
I spend a few hours at Hersheypark after work for their Pass Holder Preview, ride a few rides, & check out Wildcat’s Revenge’s progress.
Wildcat’s Revenge Review – This Kitty Has Claws
After 5 rides split between the King-Sized Pass Holder Preview & Media Day, I share my thoughts about Hersheypark’s newest coaster – Wildcat’s Revenge.
Pin Collection Surpasses 800
After a few months of dialing it back with spending money, I have added a handful of pins to my collection over the last few weeks, which now sits at over 800.
Hersheypark – Pass Holder Night & Wildcat’s Revenge Progress
I spend a few hours at Hersheypark after work for their Pass Holder Preview, ride a few rides, & check out Wildcat’s Revenge’s progress.
Gambling Headed to Amusement Parks in 2023
Amusement park betting is set to join the growing gambling industry here in 2023, which has some coaster enthusiast worried.
CAG Report – January 2023 Recap
January 2023 comes to a close. Check out a recap of what took place over the last month & my thoughts for what is to come on We Were Inverted.
All the New Credits: 2022 – Who Earned the Most?
A look back at each Flight Crew Member’s 2022 new credits. Who earned the most throughout the course of the entirety of the year?
Kings Dominion – Getting it ‘Twisted’ on New Year’s… Again
Due to a rainy forecast. Sam & I move our New Year’s Eve visit to Kings Dominion to New Year’s Day instead & have a great evening.
CAG Report – December 2022 Recap
December 2022 comes to a close. Check out a recap of what took place over the last month & my thoughts for what is to come on We Were Inverted.
Hersheypark – Frigid Temps Means Mostly Flat Rides
Visiting Hersheypark again just 6 days after my prior visit, but this time it was too cold for most coasters & even some of the flat rides.
Hersheypark – Another Cold Christmas Candylane Visit
Sam & I visit Hersheypark together for the first time this year. Better late than never as we enjoy a cold night of rides during Christmas Candylane.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg – Coasters, Gifts, & Hot Cocoa
A relaxing visit to Busch Gardens Williamsburg w/ Chris, his friend Ben, & Carrie for the park’s 2022 Christmas Town event.
