Tom
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Two platforms definitely helps, although BTMR is pretty efficient, even when you just consider one side. I don't have numbers, but it's never felt like the train has sat at a platform for 60 seconds, or even 40.
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Mine Ride Construction Update
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Two platforms definitely helps, although BTMR is pretty efficient, even when you just consider one side. I don't have numbers, but it's never felt like the train has sat at a platform for 60 seconds, or even 40.
JLipnick
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From that last video, it does seem like there is a lot to finish at ground level around the queue area. My assumption is they want to finish the mountain in its entirety so they can get the scaffolding down. that way they no longer need the heavy equipment on scene and can then focus on the pavement and queue areas. my guess is for soft openings the first week of march (no inside info; just a hunch).
alissafalco
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Do you know the exact date of that video?
djkidkaz
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It was taken either Sunday or Monday
orky8
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Feb 16.
alissafalco
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Do you know what the dirt trench is at -18 in the video?
roj2323
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Hardscapes can go in very quickly. Even if it's a large area all of the concrete can be laid in a night and it can be walked on safely (without tearing up the surface) in 48-72 hours. I suspect they will stretch the pour over 3 days due to control joints and the custom stamping involved but we are talking a max of a week once the area is prepped.
Additionally Most concrete can be walked on gently after 12 hours but they wouldn't want to subject a green (non fully cured-fresh concrete) slab to major foot traffic before that 48-72 hours is up. The workers could go back in to work however with some precautions taken. So it's not wasted work days.
roj2323<-- Former concrete finisher of 8+ years
JLipnick
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It looks like the track goes down there and i don't think it is a trench. it is just the way the camera was being held above the wall.
tl77
Well-Known Member
The mine train runs passed the cottage at the end of the ride and is supposed to house some kind of as final show scene, but from the queue it's just part of the background/landscape
Sorry if this seems like a dumb question but I've never really though of it. What exactly is a soft opening? What does it mean for park guests? Will we be able to ride it? I'm just curious because we have a trip planned for 3/29-4/5. I'm hoping like crazy we can get on at least once!
sshindel
The Epcot Manifesto
People can feel free to correct me on this (and it's the internet, I'm sure they will!)
A soft opening is an "unofficial" opening. They'll let park guests on it to ride, but it's not guaranteed to be open at any given time, or for any period of time. It can be an hour, and if you are lucky enough to be next to it, it could be open, and it could close in a heartbeat.
It's a time for them to test out the ride with real guests. Train their operations staff, try everything out.
lazyboy97o
Well-Known Member
I will just add to this by saying that Disney seems to like getting to a full operational day before opening. So we should see some full to near to full days of operation at least towards the end of April.
Thumper14
Active Member
I will be there the last week in April. A chance ride before the grand opening, would be great. I currently cannot use the advanced FP+ system yet!
I am holding out lots of hope to get Magic Bands even though I am at the not so Disney Swan Resort. It is in the resort drop down list in MDE-is that a good sign?
Can I have a Magic Band and ride the Mine Train-please!
I am holding out lots of hope to get Magic Bands even though I am at the not so Disney Swan Resort. It is in the resort drop down list in MDE-is that a good sign?
Can I have a Magic Band and ride the Mine Train-please!
DisneyConstruction23
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It basically is a ride opening for people to ride who are at the park, but it is not advertised or promoted. They do this to test the ride before it officially opens. This allows them to close the ride etc. when they see a problem and take care of it. Usually you will see soft openings just to get all the kinks out before releasing to the public that the ride is open.
It's not likely they you would be able to reserve the ride during soft openings anyway.
Thumper14
Active Member
I know, and that is the great equalizer! Unless I do get a Magic Band and able to use advanced FP+, then I want first grabs when they are available. I love soft openings, unless I am unlucky enough to be there for the AP preview day!
phi2134
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FIrst Picture i have seen of the bridge between belles cottage and the mine train without the scrim below. Picture is buried in the link below
http://damouse.com/2014/02/18/seven...-faux-grass-meadow-theming/#jp-carousel-29709
http://damouse.com/2014/02/18/seven...-faux-grass-meadow-theming/#jp-carousel-29709