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The Power Surge was an excellent flat at Knoebels and its one of my favorite kind of flat rides. Located towards the front of the park, Power Surge is one of the first rides you encounter at Knoebels. With not many trees around Power Surge, its loops and twists off the ground look exciting. With a multi-colored paint job, Power Surge has good lights at night. Generally a walk-on because of a good capacity, Power Surge has two different directions you can face, forwards or backwards. I prefer riding facing backwards. Restrained by a somewhat uncomfortable, black, and very tight over the shoulder restraint you feel very secure. After checking the restraints Power Surge begins and slowly elevates its arm to its maximum height. Then Power Surge slowly spins inverting riders and allowing them to face the ground when they are hurled over the top, much like the sensation you get on a Zipper. Adding to the intensity are the cars because they swing side to side creating fun whips throughout the ride. Also, the rides base slowly rotates in a circle during the ride making the experience very disorienting. Because of its intensity, Power Surge doesnt have a very long cycle, but its satisfying. Overall, an outstanding flat ride that any thrill-seeker shouldnt miss. This was one of the most intense rides at Knoebels.
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