News Tron coaster coming to the Magic Kingdom

[TikibirdLand]

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Today’s view.

Any views of the work on the train tracks?

 

[danlb_2000]

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Today’s view.

Looks like envelope testing.

 

[WDWMP7]

Any views of the work on the train tracks?

Unfortunately I missed it. I saw the envelope testing rig and grabbed a picture. The train area looked like they are starting to build the structure for the walls where it will pass.

 

[M:SpilotISTC12]

Am I the only one who sees updates (up until envelope testing) and feel like it's not moving along at all?

 

[Giss Neric]

This is your fault, Tron.

 

[TikibirdLand]

This is your fault, Tron.

Is it REALLY going to be worth it? Tron capacity and length are going to be big negatives for the ride. But, at least it will add some color to Tomorrrowland.

 

[Clamman73]

This is your fault, Tron.

Annoying they didnt just push N World Drive over to the east and then the whole ride footprint shifted over enough for the railroad to not be a factor.

 

[JoeCamel]

Is it REALLY going to be worth it? Tron capacity and length are going to be big negatives for the ride. But, at least it will add some color to Tomorrrowland.

no

 

[DonaldDoleWhip]

Is it REALLY going to be worth it? Tron capacity and length are going to be big negatives for the ride. But, at least it will add some color to Tomorrrowland.

For me, yes. Tron might be short, but it's such a blast - rode it 4 or 5 times during my day in the park.

Architecture aside, I'd take it any day over Space Mountain in its current state.

Also, as you touched on, the canopy will bring an amazing aesthetic to Tomorrowland at night.

 

[MJL92]

I know this won't be open for my christmas 21 trip, but I'm chaperoning a school trip to WDW in early April. Fingers crossed for then.

 

[mikejs78]

 

[JoeCamel]

I wish them much success in their endeavors no matter how futile they may be. If they put up a wall of bamboo or arbor vitae they might as well replicate the green monster from Fenway, same effect.

 

[BrianLo]

This is your fault, Tron.

MK has it good. I think the Hong Kong Disneyland railway may have spent more time closed than it has been open.

*Someone will fact check this as I'm not 100% sure*

 

[doctornick]

I wish them much success in their endeavors no matter how futile they may be. If they put up a wall of bamboo or arbor vitae they might as well replicate the green monster from Fenway, same effect.

Those trees will block it pretty effectively when you are on the path right next to them (the trees). I'm sure you'll be able to see the top of the building, but you'd have to intentionally be looking over the trees.

I also think if they plan trees next to/around the smaller building (did we ever determine what that is? gift shop?) , it will block part of the showbuilding from the farther views from the circus area.

 

[J4546]

yeah those bushes will grow quite a bit and def help with the view from certain spots on the pathway, we will see what the end result is.

 

[doctornick]

We will be off to the Grid soon enough.

Okay, but how soon? It would be nice if they could just finish it quickly so they can have Tron running and the RR back for most of the 50th.

(brought over to this thread due to relevance)

 

[MisterPenguin]

I would guess they are temporarily there to block the work on and around the tracks. Otherwise you'd be pretty much able to lean over and pat the construction workers on the back.

 

[lazyboy97o]

I also think if they plan trees next to/around the smaller building (did we ever determine what that is? gift shop?) , it will block part of the showbuilding from the farther views from the circus area.

There is only a small triangle of space between that building, the railroad and the pond.

 

[DoleWhipDrea]

For me, yes. Tron might be short, but it's such a blast - rode it 4 or 5 times during my day in the park.

Architecture aside, I'd take it any day over Space Mountain in its current state.

Also, as you touched on, the canopy will bring an amazing aesthetic to Tomorrowland at night.

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I'm really looking forward to the view of the canopy and just having a new attraction at the park, especially to the point about Space Mountain, which needed a track replacement ages ago...it's really not a comfortable ride at this point. A new track means at the very least a less-abrasive option in that area.

Back when Disneyland's 50th was coming up, that Space Mountain got a massive refurbishment and full track replacement to have to looking it's best for the celebration (and Disney's hand was forced due to the track's state of disrepair...I remember reading about a vehicle with passengers derail off of the track in 2003, but I can't seem to find any articles relating to the incident.)

That was the summer I got my first AP. That re-opening was a big deal. There was a rumor that there would be a soft opening for it over the 4th of July holiday weekend, and so on that first day my bf and I made the trip. Probably the longest wait I'd been in at the time and I was just smiling from ear to ear.

Imagine if TDO actually cared about keeping the parks looking and working their best and maintaining it, and had the foresight to do a refurb like this to be ready for the 50th. IMHO, guests would be so excited!

 

[DonaldDoleWhip]

I'm really looking forward to the view of the canopy and just having a new attraction at the park, especially to the point about Space Mountain, which needed a track replacement ages ago...it's really not a comfortable ride at this point. A new track means at the very least a less-abrasive option in that area.

Back when Disneyland's 50th was coming up, that Space Mountain got a massive refurbishment and full track replacement to have to looking it's best for the celebration (and Disney's hand was forced due to the track's state of disrepair...I remember reading about a vehicle with passengers derail off of the track in 2003, but I can't seem to find any articles relating to the incident.)

That was the summer I got my first AP. That re-opening was a big deal. There was a rumor that there would be a soft opening for it over the 4th of July holiday weekend, and so on that first day my bf and I made the trip. Probably the longest wait I'd been in at the time and I was just smiling from ear to ear.

Imagine if TDO actually cared about keeping the parks looking and working their best and maintaining it, and had the foresight to do a refurb like this to be ready for the 50th. IMHO, guests would be so excited!

Wow, how cool to actually be there for DL’s big Space Mountain reopening!

While I rode MK’s first, DL’s set an incredibly high standard when I finally made it (2008). Was so disappointed when MK’s refurbishment didn’t include a track overhaul, and now the ride is even rougher. Not quite as bad as the Matterhorn, but still.

At a minimum, Tron will provide a smooth, zippy experience to contrast with Space’s physically painful one. The canopy being sleek and beautiful in its own right doesn’t hurt. Sure, the ride could be longer, but at least every second of it ranges from enjoyable to wow-inducing.