November 19th 2024

Riders of an iconic wooden coaster are getting a big upgrade.  The Great White is the youngest of the Wildwoods' boardwalk three coasters.  Made of wood to bring an old-time feel, some have complained about the bumpy ride over the years.

Morey's Piers is promising a "smoother, faster" rider experience come spring, on a coaster that's been delivering thrills since 1996.

The Great White, located on Adventure Pier, is getting two new trains, according to an announcement made by Morey's on Monday morning.

According to a social media video, the "Millennium Flyer" trains appear to be named Mary Lee, in honor of a great white shark that would swim along the Jersey Shore each spring. She was last detected by OCEARCH in 2017.

The video shows a blue train traversing the track that typically sends riders down a 105-foot drop at speeds faster than 50 mph.

A number of coaster aficionados have been wanting the coaster to get a new track. Segments of the track have been replaced over time.

The Great White opened in 1996.

Operating hours for Morey's Piers are not yet available for 2025.