Does Disney need another big thrill ride?

[Disney.Mike]

I think after the letdown that was 7DMT they owe us something. 7DMT could have been an amazing family coaster if they would have up the intensity a little to put it on par with BTM. As it stands now, unless you are on the very back seat you do not even feel any of the drops. The current intensity level is more on par with IASW than any (even kiddie) coasters.

I understand wanting family friendly rides, but there is nothing unfriendly about the intensity of BTM.

 

[wdwfan4ver]

There is no thrill rides at MK or Epcot.

Space Mountain is a thrill ride at MK and also can't be classified as a kiddie coaster. The ride itself is more thrilling than Big Thunder Mountain railroad, but isn't on the same level as Expedition Everest.

Mission: Space isn't a coaster, but it is thrill ride. The attraction itself shouldn't be considered as a mid level thrill ride. Mid level thrill rides don't cause people to die or puke like the the orange team version of the ride in its first years. That version of the ride is more intense than Soarin' is. Soarin' didn't cause the amount of guests to get sick or issue like the original version of Mission: Space.

 

[Walt Disney1955]

Yes, they definitely do need more thrill rides, something perhaps on par with Six Flags, too. What kind of rides did they last give us? The extremely tame Dwarfs Mine Train and Little Mermaid. The only real thrill at Epcot is Test Track, so they could certainly use at least one more there in some fashion, even if it comes as something themed to fit a new pavilion, such as a sled ride through the mountains of Switzerland. DHS has Rock n Roller Coaster, but it has the problem of being an extremely short ride - too short in my opinion. Big thrill rides should be part of Disney, and I see no reason why they can't also be immersive as well.

I love thrill rides and consider myself a rollercoaster kind of guy as well. That being said, Disney NOT being like Six Flags is what makes it as appealing. You can ride an extreme coaster and still probably drive a couple of hours away to go to a park that has another one like it. Disney is not like this and that's what makes it unique. Disneyland opened in 1955 with no thrill rides. Matterhorn opened in 1959 and Walt had to be persuaded to put a roller coaster of some sort in there, although he did eventually like it. Magic Kingdom opened in 1971 without any thrill rides. Space Mountain came in 1975 and Thunder Mountain in 1980. I don't know, it was popular then too wasn't it? Could it be because people just liked the experience and the uniqueness of it?

 

[BiffyClyro]

Definitely. I think Epcot especially needs more.

 

[begood524]

I wanna see Shanghai's thrills, TRON and Roaring Rapids find their way here. If anything, WDW needs more thrilling, intense rides. Think about it - the last big, intense ride opened was Everest, and that was 10 years ago! It seems that Star Wars, Toy Story, or Avatar aren't going to bring any intense rides on the same level as Everest or RNRC, so I sure hope they have something else planned that is intense and fun.

 

[ThemeParkFan]

Also, fastest, tallest, most inversions, whatever doesn't equate to "fun". I've ridden some really well done tall coasters that are great that have no inversions and are just fun. I've ridden some coasters that were all inversions and not very fun at all. There are some coasters 40+ years old that still give great rides. There are other coasters which people are nostalgic about but always left you sore after (not good rides).

You want to get off thinking, "That was really fun! I was entertained! I want to do that again!" - and for that to continue for a ride (not just coasters) year after year and decade after decade.

The current coasters (400+ ft high) look like they're mostly one-trick ponies. You're launched up a huge tower, usually twisting as you go, crest the top, and twist your way down. I'd ride one if there were no line but it they don't particularly look fun to me.

Thunderhead in Dollywood is one I want to ride every time I'm there. It's twisty, fast, and it doesn't make you sore. I look forward to riding. - That's what you want in a ride.

Good point. Many coasters may look cool but suck. Hyper coasters are what I find to be the best rides without inversions. Disney having a themed launch coaster would be cool

 

[Kate F]

Disney having a themed launch coaster would be cool

Rock n Roller Coaster?

 

[ThemeParkFan]

Rock n Roller Coaster?

I've just been on that too many times lol. When that is viewed as the most thrilling it can get old

 

[Variable]

To the original question: sure. Arguments against a

This has been a debate between me and my family. Wanted other opinions. Do you think Disney needs another big thrill ride like rockin roller coaster?

yes.

Make this a poll and just be done with it.

 

[Mawg]

no one is going to say they don't need E tickets, because everyone wants them. But I think more importantly some of the parks are missing some good D tickets. And, not a good spinner or flat coaster either. They need attractions that are on the scale of Pirates, Haunted Mansion, the Great Movie Ride. High Capacity rides that last 12-15 minutes and are visually stunning.

 

[World_Showcase_Lover007]

Yes they need more thrill rides. WDW should me a consistent mix of greatly themed attractions, entertainment and thrill rides. They charge ultra-premium prices, so guests should demand ultra-premium experiences and attractions. Adding a new restaurant, a new retail shop or a new kiosk to sell DVC timeshares doesn't cut it.

 

[21stamps]

no one is going to say they don't need E tickets, because everyone wants them. But I think more importantly some of the parks are missing some good D tickets. And, not a good spinner or flat coaster either. They need attractions that are on the scale of Pirates, Haunted Mansion, the Great Movie Ride. High Capacity rides that last 12-15 minutes and are visually stunning.

Totally agree with this.

To the people who want high level thrill/high min height requirement roller coasters, which by the way, Disney has a grand total of---0, maybe you should look at vacationing at Uni/IoA more. I'm not saying this in a mean spirited way. It is possible to love Disney yet still prefer the rides elsewhere, so choose to spend more time at said "elsewhere." Nothing wrong with that.

WDW has never been about thrill rides. It's a different type of theme park.

 

[jw24]

I think they should. I would argue that WDW hasn't made a big thrill ride since Expedition Everest. You don't need to have a 300 foot tall coaster, or an RMC hybrid with inversions or have 7+ inversions to make a great thrill ride or even be the fastest. Look at Firechaser Express in Dollywood or Verbolten in Busch Gardens. Those are examples of great themed family coasters but are still fun.

Coasters are judged by their elements and how well they transition from one element to the other. Expedition G Force in Germany is only 188 feet tall with a top speed of 75 mph yet it's regarded as one of the best coasters ever because of its airtime hills and twisted curves.

I think Disney is capable of making a great coaster but still making it family friendly. Why not build one with multiple launches or a coaster with emphasis on air time? (Coasters enthusiasts love that a lot!)

 

[Siren]

Wow. This is yet another *old* thread that I am in where recently the discussion has become kind of weird lately.

I think they should. I would argue that WDW hasn't made a big thrill ride since Expedition Everest. You don't need to have a 300 foot tall coaster, or an RMC hybrid with inversions or have 7+ inversions to make a great thrill ride or even be the fastest. Look at Firechaser Express in Dollywood or Verbolten in Busch Gardens. Those are examples of great themed family coasters but are still fun.

Coasters are judged by their elements and how well they transition from one element to the other. Expedition G Force in Germany is only 188 feet tall with a top speed of 75 mph yet it's regarded as one of the best coasters ever because of its airtime hills and twisted curves.

I think Disney is capable of making a great coaster but still making it family friendly. Why not build one with multiple launches or a coaster with emphasis on air time? (Coasters enthusiasts love that a lot!)

Yes. Great post and I totally agree with you! This is very well said. It's quite obvious from the beginning, that no one was talking about 300 foot tall coasters. LOL.

Anyway, I *really* wanted a Star Wars themed coaster. Not to mention, the *original* concept for Toy Story Land launch coaster was scaled down substantially.