I remember when it opened (or was about to) there were commercials on Tv for the "Newest attraction at EPCOT!" it painted a picture of this action packed 5 star attraction that you couldn't miss. "Have you ever come face to face with menacing trolls?", and it would show a close up of the three headed troll. "When was the last time you went down a waterfall bacwards! ", then there was a shot of the boat at an angle going backwards with people screaming (complete with strobe light). "Experience Maelstom!" I couldn't wait (I'm such a tool) When I got on it, I thought it was good, but not what I expected. I accidently blinked and was backwards down the hill. It's just so short. I wish there was a little more to it. I still ride it most everytime I go, so don't miss it...just don't expect to much.
You are not the first to pass this way.....nor shall you be the last.