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Mission Space Orange question

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razor58

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My question is how hard are the G-forces and how long do they last (and at what points do they occur) on the Orange side?

I've got no problem with the extreme rollercoasters or spinning rides (like teacups), but one time I got in the Silly Silo (or Rotor) ride at our local amusement park and the pressure in my chest made it felt like I couldn't breathe or catch my breath and I panicked a bit and asked them to stop the ride. (The silo ride is where you stand and the room spins, the floor slowly drops but the centrifugal force keeps you attached to the wall).

All the posts I've read about MS are about the spinning affects, but very few gforce affects.

So do you think that if I can't handle the spinning silo rides would Orange be too much for me, or does the g-force affect last briefly and return to normal?

Thanks!
 
woodardfamily

woodardfamily

Active Member
If I remember correctly, the G-forces for the orange side are 2.0 to 3.0, which is relatively low. However, these G-forces are sustained over a longer period of time than a typical roller coaster which can have higher G-forces but only lasting seconds at a time. The sustaining of G-forces, even as mild as the Orange side of M:S, along with the spinning centrifuge which generates the G-forces are what can give many the nauseating sensation.
 
Pocahontas

Pocahontas

Well-Known Member
The G-force is kind of like a tickling sensation for me..? I don't know, whenever it hits me I giggle uncontrollably.

It also makes me sick for a bit, but once it's over I'm fine. I'm sure it also has to do with the small, closed in space.

They do last for maybe 15 seconds at a time, though. (just an estimate)
 
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4disneylovers

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I rode the intense version years ago (like 2005 I think) and when it was over I was really ready for it to be over but went on with my day. I rode it again in 2012 and it ruined my night. Made me miserably nauseous. My daughter loves it but I will never chance ruining my night again. I love coasters but not this.
 
JIMINYCR

JIMINYCR

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Intense all the way for us. I have never had issues with the G-force, neither has my DS. We ride it several times in a day and have never had the nauseous sensations others talk about. They do tell you not to lean forward during the ride and we havent. I think the most pressure I've felt comes at lift off, but its nothing thats ever affected me negatively. Reaching out to hit your button at the appropriate times, you can feel slight pressure pulling your arm back. If youre ok with the spinning silo ride you should be able to handle intense MS. In the silo ride you are more conscious of the spinning inside the drum whereas the MS capsule you are watching the monitor screen in front of you which helps keep you occupied throughout the ride cycle. Hope you brave it out and try it.
 
cw1982

cw1982

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Honestly, I was fully expecting to feel at least a little queasy after riding the orange version in June and was very surprised when the ride was over because I never really felt a thing. At all. I looked at DH after we got off the ride and said, "that was it?" because I was halfway expecting to consider whether or not I needed one of those barf bags, although it wasn't a real concern for me because spinning has never bothered me.

Having said that, if you *think* the spinning will be an issue, there's no shame in choosing the green version.
 
JIMINYCR

JIMINYCR

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cw1982 said:
Honestly, I was fully expecting to feel at least a little queasy after riding the orange version in June and was very surprised when the ride was over because I never really felt a thing. At all. I looked at DH after we got off the ride and said, "that was it?" because I was halfway expecting to consider whether or not I needed one of those barf bags, although it wasn't a real concern for me because spinning has never bothered me.

Having said that, if you *think* the spinning will be an issue, there's no shame in choosing the green version.
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Sometimes I think all the negative hype about how sick others have gotten makes some guests so anxious before the ride that they cant help but feeling sick. DS was holding his barf bag the very first time we went just in case. After the ride he also said, that was nothing. What do I do with the bag? I said take it home for a souvenir... so now every time we go he grabs a bag to take home...:D
 
Bairstow

Bairstow

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razor58 said:
My question is how hard are the G-forces and how long do they last (and at what points do they occur) on the Orange side?

I've got no problem with the extreme rollercoasters or spinning rides (like teacups), but one time I got in the Silly Silo (or Rotor) ride at our local amusement park and the pressure in my chest made it felt like I couldn't breathe or catch my breath and I panicked a bit and asked them to stop the ride. (The silo ride is where you stand and the room spins, the floor slowly drops but the centrifugal force keeps you attached to the wall).

All the posts I've read about MS are about the spinning affects, but very few gforce affects.

So do you think that if I can't handle the spinning silo rides would Orange be too much for me, or does the g-force affect last briefly and return to normal?

Thanks!
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I'd agree with everyone here who would say to skip out on Orange. The kind of centrifugal force you didn't like on that "silo" ride is exactly the sort exerted by Mission:Space, only you'd be sitting down, staring at a small TV screen rather than standing up.

Honestly though, the ride, green or orange, is all kinds of lame.
Unless you're a completist, have a penchant for sterile, early-2000s CGI, or are in love with Gary Sinese, I'd skip it altogether.
 
marni1971

marni1971

Park History nut
Premium Member
As said, the Gs aren't ultra high - it's the sustained bit that might get you. 3 sections of the ride produce heavy forces - the launch, the second stage firing and the drop to Mars.

Even when the graphics are steady (hyper sleep) the fuge is still rotating.
 
lilclerk

lilclerk

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I'll ride any roller coaster you toss at me (please don't actually throw roller coasters at me) but the orange side of MS terrifies me. I've done it a couple of times and was fine, but I do panic a little before and after riding it. The fact that you're so tightly strapped into a tiny space makes it worse, and I don't usually have a claustrophobia problem. I'll only ride green now.
 
Bluewaves

Bluewaves

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The biggest thing you need to do before you ride Mission Space Orange is make sure you eat and very well hydrated otherwise your inner ear will drive you crazy and you will feel horrible
 
bethymouse

bethymouse

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Only one of my sons will do orange, and my DH can't even do green because he's claustrophobic!:eek: I can handle the orange version, but I do get a bit dizzy. Just keep head to the front, and eyes on the screen at all times, and you should be good to go. You must try the orange version at least once. IMHO.:cat:
 
cw1982

cw1982

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Victor Kelly said:
The trick is always to look straight ahead. Never turn your head. I did it to check to see if this really would throw you off, and I paid for it with nausea. Never got sick, but it is what it is. Definitely not for everyone, but we love it.
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You're probably right. I made sure to not turn my head because of the warnings about it. Maybe that's why I never felt sick lol.
 
HappilyEverAfter71

HappilyEverAfter71

Member
The pressure that's on your body can definitely throw you off. I definitely wouldn't try to move your head (for me it was hard to even attempt to do so anyway). Aside from the feeling of the pressure, I'm always fine.
 
MattC

MattC

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Well, everyone is different. I love MS Orange. I turn my head and flip switches the whole ride and have no problems.
 
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razor58

New Member
Original Poster
Thanks for all the replies. Like I said, the spinning won't get me queasy, it's the pressure I felt on my chest and experience of trying to catch my breath and wondering how long it will last that I got freaked out on. It's good to know that there are only three segments of that pressure. Do you know how long it lasts for each segment? I figure if it's 15-20 seconds each, I can deal with it knowing it will calm down to regain my breath.
 

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