Yeti Repaired

[Pumbas Nakasak]

Is there a place for repeated references to fantasy law enforcement officers and iif so is that permitted childishness.

It always strikes me as odd that those who seek to claim some moral superiority are always the first to trot out clichéd and barbed comments to try and belittle others.

There is also the West of Scotland MOPE practice (Nazi approved) of repeating something often enough so it becomes the accepted truth rather than the genuine truth creeping into some posters styleeeeeee.

But I just remind myself its only an amusment park and it wont be long till I get in some pool hopping, and a freash chance to look for things to complain about. Pepsi is still better than coke.

 

[EPCOT Explorer]

Perhaps they weren't entirely sure they could get it working safely and in a reasonable timeframe and didn't want to raise expectations? :shrug:

Still...News is news. Progress is progress. An admission of them trying to fix things would thrill be to be honest.

Does this mean we may wake up one morning and SSE will be complete?:lookaroun:lol:

The way they do things these days...Yes.:lol:

 

[EPCOT Explorer]

Probably since they never officailly admitted it was broken. Not the kind of thing the press office would say is it?

They could spin it in their good favor...

Remember Eisner bragging how Mission: SPACE wouldn't fit in the tiny little pathetic Horizons building?

 

[CBOMB]

My "gushing" is in direct proportion to yours and others over the top cynacism. WDWMagic is the success it is because people generally like to talk about the positive aspects of WDW which even 74 acknowledges are still there. I'm not saying there isn't a place for criticism but there are some posters that are extreme and childish in that respect.

Now at the other site you frequent, cynacism is crafted into an art form. And the number of postings and subscribers reflects that. People get bored very quickly with tired cynacism. So many of them post here to take advantage of Steve's numbers but I think the cynics will find themselves even further ostrasized and ignored. Because it has become so pathetic. Even desperate sounding.

You guys should start your own forum and then you could spend your days wallowing in each others misery.

Actually I'm feeling very chipper today.

What jto4, attacking another WDW forum again are we? I thought we didn't do that sort of thing over here.

Probably since they never officailly admitted it was broken. Not the kind of thing the press office would say is it?

Thanks for clearing that up for me Martin. If it was never broken they couldn't hardly claim to have fixed it.

 

[jt04]

Still...News is news. Progress is progress. An admission of them trying to fix things would thrill be to be honest.



The way they do things these days...Yes.:lol:

Maybe they want to suprise everyone with an unexpected "present". I'm sure when SSE is finished you will celebrate all the more. :xmas:

 

[marni1971]

I'm sure when SSE is finished you will celebrate all the more.

You betcha

 

[jakeman]

I have yet to read a valid reason for keeping the repair of the Yeti secret. I have read other people's opinions, that is all. Yes he is finally fixed, and that is great. I don't know how many times I have to say that before it finally sinks in for you. You seem to be having a hard time grasping what I said, and why I said it. Let me give it one more try, please pay attention this time OK

WDWINSIDER seemed overjoyed that no one knew the Yeti was being fixed. I merely think it's bad PR to let people think you are only looking into a problem when in reality you are fixing it. That's it. No great conspiracy on my part to undermine the greatness of TWDC.

It would appear that if any stamping of feet is taking place in this discussion it is entirely on your end.

The yeti is fixed, yet you feel the need to point out a perceived negative in that the information wasn't released ahead of time. Did I misinterpret you there? I'm not saying that you are wrong to do so, just clarifying your position.

We can speculate forever on why they didn't say they were attempting to repair the Yeti. The fact is people had already been complaining for the past year about the Yeti being in B mode. That's a fact, and you can't spin it any other way.

I really am having a hard time understanding why any one would be opposed to letting folks no they were trying very hard to fix the problem. Yes you are right, if the Yeti breaks again people will complain again.

I would feel like an even bigger idiot if all I did was gush over how Disney could do no wrong.

I don't think anyone is saying that, except maybe jt, but...well...

Could they have let us know? Sure. When you weigh the options, to me, it seems like quietly fixing it is the way to go. If they had announced it, there would be just as many folks in here complaining about how we shouldn't be giving Disney props for doing something they should have done (which I agree with). However, that is my opinion and I know you disagree with me. No big deal.

Is it Fixed properly or has it been toned down?

Man, Enigma, I don't know. Would you be happy either way?

What jto4, attacking another WDW forum again are we? I thought we didn't do that sort of thing over here.

I'm going to agree here. I'm not sure what LP or any other forum has to do with this one, or any other threads for that matter. One issue at a time.

 

[EPCOT Explorer]

Maybe they want to suprise everyone with an unexpected "present". I'm sure when SSE is finished you will celebrate all the more. :xmas:

Either way...I'm happy.:lol:


SSE!? I'll be freaking thrilled.:sohappy:

 

[The Conundrum]

I'm sure the possibility keeps the resident cynics here wondering.

I think Disney did not advertise the ongoing fix because it was a complex project using unique technology never done on this scale. I'm sure there are still unknowns so it's safe to be sure it's fixed before making an announcement. If they were to have announced it they would have gotten the typical, "why is it taking so long"! And if it breaks again people will complain endlessly about that also.

I'd feel like an idiot if I did nothing but complain all the time.

You are aware that Everest has SEVERAL broken show elements? As lee was kind enough to list.

I'd feel like an idiot if I did nothing but praise lameduck management and try to talk down to people with intelligence all the time

 

[CBOMB]

By the way, work on the Yeti has been one of our best kept secrets (imho) since I don't know of any internet leaks about the corrective work. He's been receiving extensive work after hours since about mid-January. It's been fun to read the so-called "experts" claiming all sorts of bad news while the Yeti is repaired without their knowledge. And with his motion changed to more of a swoop, he should be a creaure with much less issues =)

Jakeman this post right here is the only reason I said anything at all. It's pretty easy to read the tone of a very arrogant post.

Some folks are going to complain no matter what. That's just human nature. I for one would just feel better knowing WDI was trying to fix a problem rather than to go on thinking they had little concern for a major attraction in one of the Parks. That was the impression given to most folks when the Yeti ran in B mode for such a long time, while so many other things were broken in the attraction..

Just look at the on going flap over SSE. Is it finished or is there more to come. I personally choose to believe what the insiders here say that there is more to come. Regardless, in my opinion, remaining silent to your base fans only tends to make them become cynics.

 

[Monty]

I'd feel like an idiot if I did nothing but praise lameduck management and try to talk down to people with intelligence all the time

Not to worry. I have yet to see any evidence of you using intelligence to talk down to people...

 

[jakeman]

Jakeman this post right here is the only reason I said anything at all. It's pretty easy to read the tone of a very arrogant post.

Some folks are going to complain no matter what. That's just human nature. I for one would just feel better knowing WDI was trying to fix a problem rather than to go on thinking they had little concern for a major attraction in one of the Parks. That was the impression given to most folks when the Yeti ran in B mode for such a long time, while so many other things were broken in the attraction..

Just look at the on going flap over SSE. Is it finished or is there more to come. I personally choose to believe what the insiders here say that there is more to come. Regardless, in my opinion, remaining silent to your base fans only tends to make them become cynics.

I understand where you are coming from, but I don't take him as a personification of the company's attitude. I think you would have to admit that keeping something of that scale from leaking is a pretty large order. Not saying it is a positive, just that it is an accomplishment.

I also understand your point about remaining silent, but if half your fan base is cynical already, why bother? Again not saying that is the attitude, but in my opinion the fan base may be reaching that point with the Disney company.

It might be easier for Disney to plug up the holes than deal with the complaints based on concept art or partial information. Lastly, just so we are clear, not saying that this is you, but it is a good chunk of the fan base.

 

[EPCOT Explorer]

Jakeman this post right here is the only reason I said anything at all. It's pretty easy to read the tone of a very arrogant post.

Some folks are going to complain no matter what. That's just human nature. I for one would just feel better knowing WDI was trying to fix a problem rather than to go on thinking they had little concern for a major attraction in one of the Parks. That was the impression given to most folks when the Yeti ran in B mode for such a long time, while so many other things were broken in the attraction..

Just look at the on going flap over SSE. Is it finished or is there more to come. I personally choose to believe what the insiders here say that there is more to come. Regardless, in my opinion, remaining silent to your base fans only tends to make them become cynics.

Exactly!:wave:

 

[The Conundrum]

The next phase of Pixar Studios expansion is now within the year range of beginning - time to extend the area to Studio Catering.

I guess that's all for now.

I think we found that sherif JT was talking about :lol:

 

[CBOMB]

I understand where you are coming from, but I don't take him as a personification of the company's attitude. I think you would have to admit that keeping something of that scale from leaking is a pretty large order. Not saying it is a positive, just that it is an accomplishment.I certainly agree with that. I just don't understand why

I also understand your point about remaining silent, but if half your fan base is cynical already, why bother? Again not saying that is the attitude, but in my opinion the fan base may be reaching that point with the Disney company.
I have become very cynical, not that I desire to be.

It might be easier for Disney to plug up the holes than deal with the complaints based on concept art or partial information. Lastly, just so we are clear, not saying that this is you, but it is a good chunk of the fan base.

I would be more than happy if they would try to plug up the holes. All I'm asking for is a total commitment to excellence from TWDC.

 

[timetopretend]

Why not make an announcement that they are fixing the yeti way back when they started? Simple... 98% of the people that visit the park probably don't even know that it was ever broken. 15% of that 98% probably never even see the yeti whether in A or B mode since you go by so quick.

And most importantly... why spend the extra money on making a press release? As sad as it is, it probably takes thousands of dollars for Disney to make a press release. You've got the people requesting it, the PR person writing it, numerous revisions to get every word correct, and the probably 3+ approvals to make the release public. Getting little things done like this in a major corporation takes more time and money than you would think unfortunately. Trust me, it is very frustrating when you could complete something in a few weeks time but have to wait a month to even start because your parts have to go through a bureaucratic mess to be ordered and recieved all while costing thousands of dollars for a part that is less than $1.

 

[glendroid]

i rode 3 times today and the yeti was not moving

crowds at AK were pretty high

 

[Tink313]

:lookaroun So is it working or not

 

[Figment632]

It is a brand new Yetti the old one was beyond repair I have a pic of the new yetti.

 

[RSoxNo1]

They didn't announce the 3rd shift work because they weren't certain they could fix it. Simply said if they announced, "we're going to repair the yeti without any downtime of the ride" and then there was downtime on the ride it would have been bad PR.

It was explained earlier that this is a soft opening time period for the refurbished yeti and it's not guaranteed that he is permanently fixed. They are still running tests on him and the structural integrity of the foundation. They haven't announced the Yeti is fixed yet because as of now it isn't.