Expedition Everest Ride Through.

WDWFREAK53 · May 5, 2004

The entire theming of the attraction would be ruined if the actual cars turned instead of a switchtrack. Think about this for a minute...you're on an old train...what rickety train's passenger cars spin??? If you are meant to feel like you're taking a tour of the mountain and Shangri-La...wouldn't you notice if the car your sitting in started to spin itself? If the theming was any different, I'd say that this is the way to go...but unless there is some "mystical" thing that happens in Shangri-La...I don't see this as "sticking with the theme."

Shaman · May 5, 2004

They could theme the switchtrack into the ride as something important to get to...I would like that more than switching tracks and having no explanation for it...

WDWFREAK53 · May 5, 2004

Originally posted by objr
They could theme the switchtrack into the ride as something important to get to...I would like that more than switching tracks and having no explanation for it...

exactly! Heck, the switchback could just represent a normal train's switch...at least it's not some "high tech" train who's cars have the ability to spin :lol:

joel_maxwell · May 5, 2004

hhmmmm, glad i could make you laugh this morning.

Disney2002 · May 5, 2004

Originally posted by WDWFREAK53
The entire theming of the attraction would be ruined if the actual cars turned instead of a switchtrack. Think about this for a minute...you're on an old train...what rickety train's passenger cars spin??? If you are meant to feel like you're taking a tour of the mountain and Shangri-La...wouldn't you notice if the car your sitting in started to spin itself? If the theming was any different, I'd say that this is the way to go...but unless there is some "mystical" thing that happens in Shangri-La...I don't see this as "sticking with the theme."

I disagree. Consider this. The showroom for the Yeti is full of flashing lights, loud noises, etc... to make things disorienting and to seem like you're getting attacked (like Dinosaur). If there is a a turntable here, it would just add to the confusion... not some breakdown in themeing.

joel_maxwell · May 5, 2004

thank-you

totally agree. i think you would be so distracted you wouldnt notice something happening under you.

imagineer99 · May 5, 2004

Originally posted by WDWFREAK53
The entire theming of the attraction would be ruined if the actual cars turned instead of a switchtrack. Think about this for a minute...you're on an old train...what rickety train's passenger cars spin??? If you are meant to feel like you're taking a tour of the mountain and Shangri-La...wouldn't you notice if the car your sitting in started to spin itself? If the theming was any different, I'd say that this is the way to go...but unless there is some "mystical" thing that happens in Shangri-La...I don't see this as "sticking with the theme."

I agree with you. Spinning Cars seems totally wrong.

Anyways, how does Universal's Mummy accomplish the backwards portion? Could Everest be don the same way?

WDWFREAK53 · May 5, 2004

Originally posted by jmaxwell007
hhmmmm, glad i could make you laugh this morning.

Oh whoa...I'm sorry, I didn't mean to make it seem like I was laughing at your idea! I really wasn't...Actually, it's a very logical means of turning the direction!

I know it sounded like I was laughing at you...but I didn't mean to make it seem like that...it seems that everytime I post to Oz (objr) I throw in a "laughing" smiley.

Once again, I apologize sincerely for the misunderstanding.

WDWFREAK53 · May 5, 2004

Originally posted by Disney2002
I disagree. Consider this. The showroom for the Yeti is full of flashing lights, loud noises, etc... to make things disorienting and to seem like you're getting attacked (like Dinosaur). If there is a a turntable here, it would just add to the confusion... not some breakdown in themeing.

well, then there would definitely need to be an area of complete darkness from the time you spin to the time you return to the regular position because I think people would notice (after you spin once) that the engine to the train is now in front of you and not behind you pushing.

OnWithTheShow · May 5, 2004

It will essentially be the same effect as on the Maelstorm in Norway at Epcot.

WDWFREAK53 · May 5, 2004

Originally posted by OnWithTheShow
It will essentially be the same effect as on the Maelstorm in Norway at Epcot.

That's exactly what I'm thinking...

and like the switch on Thunder Mountain.

joel_maxwell · May 5, 2004

Originally posted by WDWFREAK53
Oh whoa...I'm sorry, I didn't mean to make it seem like I was laughing at your idea! I really wasn't...Actually, it's a very logical means of turning the direction!

I know it sounded like I was laughing at you...but I didn't mean to make it seem like that...it seems that everytime I post to Oz (objr) I throw in a "laughing" smiley.

Once again, I apologize sincerely for the misunderstanding.

aaahhhh that is fine....... i was playing as well. im not being to over sensitive. just playing as well. in post from last night, i hinted that people may laugh and that is only far.

i guess i have always been to the thinking that if i throw out even the craziest or obscene idea, it may spark someones imagination that can simplify that concept and maybe figure out the problem.

WDWFREAK53 · May 5, 2004

Originally posted by jmaxwell007

i guess i have always been to the thinking that if i throw out even the craziest or obscene idea, it may spark someones imagination that can simplify that concept and maybe figure out the problem.

Well...always remember...one little spark...of inspiration...is at the heart...of all creation! :lookaroun

joel_maxwell · May 5, 2004

so true.:sohappy:

CDS Disney · May 5, 2004

thank god no loops

mhcueball2 · May 5, 2004

Originally posted by imagineer99
Anyways, how does Universal's Mummy accomplish the backwards portion? Could Everest be don the same way?

Here's a pic of the Hollywood ROTM...you can see they push you past the switch...switch the track...the push ya back...I think

joel_maxwell · May 5, 2004

thanks for the pic.

that is definately in the top 10 coolest pics ive ever seen. lol

imagineer99 · May 5, 2004

Originally posted by jmaxwell007
thanks for the pic.

that is definately in the top 10 coolest pics ive ever seen. lol

As I expected...

Thanks a bunch for the pic.

(Gosh that drop looks small).

I think Everest is going to do the exact same thing.

DarkMeasures · May 5, 2004

It will be a simple switchback like trains actually have. Not a giant turntable.

ToTBellHop · May 5, 2004

Originally posted by DarkMeasures
It will be a simple switchback like trains actually have. Not a giant turntable.

yup yup

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