First post... long time lurker.
Just wanted to share my thoughts on Sik having had my first rides today.
It was closed for the first couple of hours, it looked like there were some fabricators doing some work to the fencing on/around where the heartline rolls go over the pathway. This just built the anticipation and as soon as we saw a test train despatch we headed straight for the entrance. Can't fault the entrance, shop and queue line, a total step above everything else at the park. Some great viewpoints as well of an incredibly photogenic coaster. I personally loved the station, it was banging out late 90's / early 00's trance tunes that were on the playlist in my car on the'way in, so a massive thumbs up from me but can understand it wouldn't appeal to everyone. It did create a great atmosphere in the station. Operations were pretty smooth, obviously limited by only having the one train. Restraints were fine in my view.
Managed a front, mid-train and back row ride in baking hot conditions. Back row was great for a quick pop of airtime on the first drop, but front row was definitely a stand-out. Got absolutely pushed through the loop and corkscrews. the heartline rolls are just pure joy wherever you are sat, the upper body freedom you get is just brilliant and you can feel everyone on the train having an amazing time. The mist is a brilliant addition, i hope it stays, it adds to the whole experience.
The cobra roll did have a rattle as others have mentioned, and was probably the weakest element in my view, and also was a shame at the lack of airtime on the dive into the tunnel after the loop. These are small criticisms - overall i think the ride is absolutely top-notch.
Its clearly a huge step up for the park and i hope they can keep it maintained and operated to this standard in the years ahead. Didnt wait more than 20 minutes today, so it possibly doesnt even need another train (but it would be nice). It did make the rest of the parks line-up feel so weak though. Normally i'm reasonably entertained with Mumbo Jumbo, Kumali et al, but today they just felt rough and cheap. Hopefully all future investments can be of this standard.
Everyone coming off the ride was cheering, clapping, or had a big smile on their face - hopefully word of mouth spreads and it can be the big draw that flamingo land need it to be.