The Sledgehammer was the unexpected hit of my visit. I had always heard that it was disappointing and looked far better than it actually was, so I went into the ride with tempered expectations that were blown away. The jumps upwards are really fast and intense and deliver nice pops of floater air. While others have criticized the upper segments for being dull and uneventful, I found them comparable to the anticipation before the plunge on a drop tower because when the arms drop back down, there is a nice freefall sensation. Ultimately, there are three yanks upwards during the ride and while I wish the ride were longer, it is still an incredibly unique and enjoyable flat that must be experienced.
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