Moose Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 While I am not saying the drop is not a gimmick, I did think it was fun on Th13teen. Overhyped but still fun. This isn't bring overhyped to the levels Alton did and I doubt it will be. Even more exciting. Penguins! I love how Lego mixes dark rides with coasters. Now they are doing it with a nature ride!
better_by_design Posted October 17, 2011 Posted October 17, 2011 Anyone else think this would be an awesome replacement for Wild Arctic at Sea World Orlando? YES! This whole ride experience looks like a better twist on SeaWorld's integration of ride+animals. Wild Arctic was (IMHO) groundbreaking and awesome when it debuted... but simulators never age well. As great as the polar habitat still is, a better ride tie in would be very welcome. The freefall element might be a gimmick, but for 98% of people, it will be a unique gimmick. Great marketing opportunity, plus adds some thrill without making the coaster too tall/loopy/scary looking for families to ride. Most importantly, the storyline actually sounds like it is supportive of the element in an interesting way. And heck, anything with penguins gets my vote.
StealthFan Posted October 17, 2011 Posted October 17, 2011 I personally am surprised that the drop concept has been picked up and more are being built. I really didn't think it would take off after TH13TEEN. Not that its a bad ride or anything but as its been said before its very much a gimmick. Any guesses as to how reliable the Zierer one will be compared to the Intamin? What do people think more reliable or less?
sammmmmy Posted October 19, 2011 Posted October 19, 2011 ^ I'm not really sure. I mean hydraulically pulling down the track (Th13teen) seems a lot more complicated than just letting it drop. (Zerier)
StealthFan Posted October 19, 2011 Posted October 19, 2011 ^It is a lot more simple to just let the track drop yes but you still have alot of complexity in making sure the track is re aligned correctly and its all done with enough time for it to be ready for the next train.
hydra Posted October 22, 2011 Posted October 22, 2011 In my opinion Thirteen really kind of ruined this entire concept with the stupidest viral marketing campaign ever. I think for a family coaster at a family park it will be great. Cant wait to see how Zerier does with these two new rides next year. ishing them luck. Especially on Verbolten.
dominoes Posted October 22, 2011 Posted October 22, 2011 You see, if Th13teen was marketed like this, I would love it!
sammmmmy Posted October 22, 2011 Posted October 22, 2011 In my opinion Thirteen really kind of ruined this entire concept with the stupidest viral marketing campaign ever. I so agree with you!
StealthFan Posted October 22, 2011 Posted October 22, 2011 In my opinion Thirteen really kind of ruined this entire concept with the stupidest viral marketing campaign ever. I don't quite see how it has ruined the concept of a roller coaster with a drop section. It may have ruined its use in the context of the theme it was given, but thats not to say any other park cant get it to work given a different theme and less intense advertising campaign.
TPDave Posted October 22, 2011 Posted October 22, 2011 You see, if Th13teen was marketed like this, I would love it! THIS!! Yeah, I can't wait to see how this turns out. I'm a little worried about zeirer pulling it off but I guess the've done enough to convince two parks to buy the product so hopefully it'll be a great addition. Maybe if it's successful the Windsor park could get one to replace the mouse they've lost! Dave
Gerstlauer1 Posted November 14, 2011 Author Posted November 14, 2011 The foundation for the drop section is being made.
andyuk200523 Posted November 14, 2011 Posted November 14, 2011 ^ I'm not really sure. I mean hydraulically pulling down the track (Th13teen) seems a lot more complicated than just letting it drop. (Zerier) I am fairly certain I have seen in a Video on Youtube of John Wardley giving a talk inside the drop section he mentions that it is actually a true freefall, the hydraulic cylinder is for lifting the section of track, I think I was correct in thinking this. I will try to dig out the video. Edit - Found Video
Gerstlauer1 Posted November 16, 2011 Author Posted November 16, 2011 Made a quick video where i have mixed all the most exciting stuff about the coaster together. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNR63N7OKFs
coasterfreak101 Posted November 16, 2011 Posted November 16, 2011 I've never seen that prototype video - looks so fantastic!
Hhappy Posted December 21, 2011 Posted December 21, 2011 Construction update: (my danish ain't good so..) I believe this is a building for penguins Inside the penguin building The drop tower is here Source: Legoland Billund Facebook page
australianalex Posted December 21, 2011 Posted December 21, 2011 That actually looks pretty cool, much better than thirteen as they're not false marketing this as an extreme thrill ride.
Kooky Posted December 25, 2011 Posted December 25, 2011 they postet a very rough 3d animation on facebook:
coasterfreak101 Posted December 26, 2011 Posted December 26, 2011 That looks so cool! Such an interesting ride, and it should be a lot of fun!
Bryce232 Posted December 26, 2011 Posted December 26, 2011 I just hope that Seaworld's watching this video in case they're still stumped on the new Antarctica ride
MacKr Posted February 14, 2012 Posted February 14, 2012 LEGOLAND has released pictures from the construction site - looks like it has turned into a Polar land already. Steel for the drop tower Nice curve Penguine enclosure looks ready
cfc Posted February 14, 2012 Posted February 14, 2012 This is one of the most interesting new coaster projects out there, along with Verbolten.
ernierocker Posted February 14, 2012 Posted February 14, 2012 Definitely, an interesting project that has kind of flown under the radar on here. Zierer sure is stepping up their game!
MacKr Posted March 15, 2012 Posted March 15, 2012 The first train from Zierer has arrived in Billund - great look in my opinion. A good look at the mountain Must be the drop inside the mountain, will be so interesting to see, how the theming will look. Penguins have also arrived
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