cfc Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 I guess Universal thinks it's easier to kill someone else's project than to improve City Walk to compete (for example, as WDW is doing with Disney Springs)? There's also the question of what Universal has in mind for what used to be Wet 'n' Wild. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElvisLuv Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 (edited) ^Yeah, same here, no wonder Universal is fighting it so much if this was what they knew was in the pipeline. Looks awesome. Also, pure fantasy speculation here, but I can't help but wonder what this area would look like if they Magic would have built the new Amway center here instead of Downtown? This kind of entertainment complex with a major sports arena/concert venue right next door would have been awesome. That would depend on parking. As an example I'll use Peabody Place in Memphis. It was a mixed use development between the original Peabody and Beale St. It had a killer MoviCo complete with Imax, a Jillians(like a D&B), other restaurants, retail and so on. It flopped. The main reason I've been told was parking bY folds that worked there.. It was basically across the street from the FedEx Forum and Autozone Park. With the Grizzlies, Tigers and Redbirds playing along with all the other events, parking was a nightmare. The surrounding lots charged special event prices seemingly all the time and the on premise lot was often packed out by folks just going to the games. The other was lack of full time residents in the downtown area. That's changing now but the main reason was the parking issue. I'm watching thenew Red Wings Arena as it has a huge about of mixed development being built along side it. Which brings me to this, Comerica Park has a baseball themed ferris wheel and a tiger themed carousel, they should have put a small coaster in and called it Roundtripper. Edited November 19, 2015 by ElvisLuv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElvisLuv Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 I guess Universal thinks it's easier to kill someone else's project than to improve City Walk to compete (for example, as WDW is doing with Disney Springs)? There's also the question of what Universal has in mind for what used to be Wet 'n' Wild. With that whole picture, I just don't see the County turning it down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 I guess Universal thinks it's easier to kill someone else's project than to improve City Walk to compete (for example, as WDW is doing with Disney Springs)? There's also the question of what Universal has in mind for what used to be Wet 'n' Wild. With that whole picture, I just don't see the County turning it down. Neither do I, but Universal is a heavy hitter. I'd love to see some improvements on I-Drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 The best chance they have is that is is the county they need support from, not the City of Orlando which can be a bit trickier to work with. Wishing them the best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jew Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 I hope it works out. The old phrase is a "rising tide raises all ships" seems to apply. Orlando have more bars/nightclubs/high end shopping & dining will only benefit everyone as it helps attract more convention business. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted November 20, 2015 Author Share Posted November 20, 2015 (edited) Skyplex just sent us a new "vision" video for the combo tower and it looks NUTS!!! Vertical LIM lift?!?!!? WTF!!!! AMAZING!!! They said they will have another video next week with even more details specific to Skyplex! Remember! To help this project out, click this link and submit an email! http://www.pixelsattheparks.com/skyplex/ Edited November 20, 2015 by robbalvey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ETapley0687 Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 I really hope this happens. I love Universal, but I don't agree with their decision to fight this. I-Drive has so much potential and the growth I see happening is so promising. The north part of I-Drive is so cheap looking and something iconic like that could do so much more for the area. As far as Universal hating, I only see Skyplex adding to their visitor numbers. That one attraction will make for more visitors in Orlando, thus more possible visitors to Universal. I'll be truly upset if they let this fall through the cracks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 Vertical LIM lift? Holy crap, that would be amazing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianparkfan Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 (edited) I hope it works out. The old phrase is a "rising tide raises all ships" seems to apply. Orlando have more bars/nightclubs/high end shopping & dining will only benefit everyone as it helps attract more convention business. Agreed. I really don't see how the Skyplex could hurt Universal too much. I can't see many people traveling to Florida for only one coaster... The only people who would travel to Orlando just for Skyplex would probably be enthusiasts, or people who wouldn't have time to visit universal (or any other big park). Edited November 20, 2015 by canadianparkfan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadox17 Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 That lift and inversion looks incredible Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingRCT3 Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 Is this a render of the Orlando version, or of the general combo tower concept? Because it's way smaller that what he had, and we've lost half of the figures due to the slimmer design of the tower (zero-g rolls, outside banked top hat, external banked dive loops, etc.). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCT3Bross Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 That lift. Really hope this will come I still have plans to visit Orlando one day and I sure love to ride this then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snovi Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 Is this a render of the Orlando version, or of the general combo tower concept? Because it's way smaller that what he had, and we've lost half of the figures due to the slimmer design of the tower (zero-g rolls, outside banked top hat, external banked dive loops, etc.). It's a generalized version of the Polercoaster complex that US Thrill Rides was showing off at IAAPA. Skyplex's version will be much taller. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted November 20, 2015 Author Share Posted November 20, 2015 Is this a render of the Orlando version, or of the general combo tower concept? Because it's way smaller that what he had, and we've lost half of the figures due to the slimmer design of the tower (zero-g rolls, outside banked top hat, external banked dive loops, etc.). Skyplex just sent us a new "vision" video for the combo tower and it looks NUTS!!! Vertical LIM lift?!?!!? WTF!!!! AMAZING!!! They said they will have another video next week with even more details specific to Skyplex! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingRCT3 Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 Ok thanks for the precision, that sentence in the video description was what put me in doubt: This is the Vision of the Ride Combo tower proposed for Orlando! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 This ride will be worth it alone for that lift launch hill! Come on Universal, don't be insecure, stand on your own merits and let some other guys also have fun in Orlando! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_man Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 If Universal successfully stops this development then the community should rally against whatever they have planned for Wet N Wild's spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ETapley0687 Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 If Universal successfully stops this development then the community should rally against whatever they have planned for Wet N Wild's spot. lol awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianparkfan Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 If Universal successfully stops this development then the community should rally against whatever they have planned for Wet N Wild's spot. lol awesome If I ever make it to Florida, I might boycott universal if they stop this project... BGT has better coasters anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeroGravity55 Posted November 21, 2015 Share Posted November 21, 2015 (edited) I know Intamin is doing the manufacturing, but are the guys at ride centerline still doing the design for the coaster? Sorry if this has already been addressed. Edited November 21, 2015 by ZeroGravity55 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterkid124 Posted November 21, 2015 Share Posted November 21, 2015 ^Apparently a company called "US Thrill Rides" right in Orlando designed the coaster. I hope that the project ultimately gets the green light. The coaster looks amazing and will give me a reason to get back to the area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted November 21, 2015 Share Posted November 21, 2015 This ride will be worth it alone for that lift launch hill! Come on Universal, don't be insecure, stand on your own merits and let some other guys also have fun in Orlando! Agreed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted November 21, 2015 Author Share Posted November 21, 2015 ^Apparently a company called "US Thrill Rides" right in Orlando designed the coaster. I hope that the project ultimately gets the green light. The coaster looks amazing and will give me a reason to get back to the area. US Thrill Rides designed the tower. Ride Centerline (same people who design Rocky Mountain and many S&S Coasters) designed the coaster, and Intamin is building the coaster and the drop tower. Just wanted to set that record straight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianparkfan Posted November 21, 2015 Share Posted November 21, 2015 ^Sounds like a dream team if you're building a coaster. Let's hope this gets green lit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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