It seems enthusiasts have gone nuts over the recent cable snap on Kingda Ka with many saying it’ll be closed all season. Reality is that a cable snap is not unheard of and is a part that parks typically have on hand (which, according to my contacts, seems to be the case here). In reading this article it seems clear that NJ is over-reacting and requiring a re-inspection which is what’s taking it so long to reopen. If all goes well, the ride should reopen next week after NJ inspects the ride (which they won’t do on a weekend or the holiday on Monday).
The article is a bit over-hyped as the media usually does with roller coasters but if you pay attention to what they are saying it’s clear that this isn’t a big deal like many have been suggesting that it was.
Yea, it’s something that’s just going to happen… even new parts can break. Functionally it’s similar to a lift chain breaking. The ride is designed to contain the cable as much as possible so it’s generally safe (despite one incident that happened at Knott’s).
I really can’t understand all the people that were saying this ride is down for the season because of a cable snap… it just made no sense.