It’s back! After being shut down for all of 2020 due to COVID, the Cyclone is back & open for business.
Every New Yorker has a mental calendar when summer officially begins for them. In my world, once I take my first annual (and bumpy) ride on Brooklyn’s iconic roller-coaster on a hot day, I can finally start making my vacation plans and sprucing up my warm-weather wardrobe. And after a rough year, the Cyclone has roared back in all its glory. It’s a symbol of history, survival, and fun.
When I take visitors, I remind them this is not like your modern day roller-coasters you’ll find at fancy amusement parks. This is an old-school, wooden ride, so if you’re worried about your back, knees, or general sanity, think twice before jumping on. But if you’re up for a real Brooklyn adventure, get on board and try to grab the front two seats. You’ll be screaming with delight during your first ride, but surviving this two-minute thrill is a rite of passage for any New Yorker.