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  1. AK-Jake

    Revenge of the Mummy Refurbishment (Late 2022)

    They could simply give it an overhaul to match the Singapore version of the ride. Singapore is the EXACT same ride as Orlando, just with a slightly different take on the story. Yes, you're still fleeing from Imhotep because he wants your soul, but instead of looking for The Magi to save you...
  2. AK-Jake

    Incredible Hulk Coaster Refurb

    That's right, I forgot that the IQ of the average modern person is about 12 and that's why we can't have nice things. Since we have to endure cavity searches to get on the coasters at Universal now, how about Universal increase the number of lockers they offer for their coasters? (Not gonna...
  3. AK-Jake

    Incredible Hulk Coaster Refurb

    Color me unimpressed with "New Hulk." It was NOTHING like I was expecting it to be. Quite frankly, I was severely disappointed in it. I rode it 10 times in 3 days. I would have ridden it more, but the lockers were just too much of a pain to try and acquire. Seriously, you had to stand in a...
  4. AK-Jake

    Skull Island: Reign of Kong - Reviews, Photos, and Videos

    Finally got to ride it when I was down there 3 weeks ago. I went into it cold (knowing very little about the actual ride experience), with managed expectations and rode it 10 times over 3 days. I didn't experience the outside queue since I had Express Unlimited (only CHUMPS stand in the...
  5. AK-Jake

    USF Prop Shop Update Thread

    Went in there myself a few weeks ago when I was down there. Saw the two Twister Cows and almost (*ALMOST*) bought the "Flying Esmoo" prop from the actual attraction...but then I realized I was going to have a hard time getting that stupid thing home to Alaska. I ended up walking out...
  6. AK-Jake

    Universal’s Superstar Parade

    I just watched Animal Actors for the very first time 3 weeks ago when I was down last. It was much better than I expected. Glad I caught it when I did, sounds like it's not long for this world. I also rewatched Horror Makeup for the first time in 7 years and laughed my A$$ off. Great show...
  7. AK-Jake

    Spider-Man Ride Knock-Off

    Did the Spiderman: The Ultimate Ripoff ride back in 2004 when my ex and I spent the day in Niagara Falls. HORRIBLE. WASTE. OF. MONEY. I think I paid something like $20 Canadian to do it...and I did it because I was told it was "a copy of the Universal ride." OMG, it was beyond bad. The ride...
  8. AK-Jake

    Fast & Furious: Supercharged - General Discussion

    That would take "Can you smell what The Rock is cooking!?" to a whole new level.
  9. AK-Jake

    The George Lucas Project

    That is my understanding as well. I don't buy Universal working with Lucas one bit until I see concrete proof of it, or some of the EXTRA-seasoned, SUPER "in-the-know" insiders/industry folks step forward with more information. Spielberg went to work for Universal to counter Lucas working for...
  10. AK-Jake

    New UO Resort Logo?

    I prefer the old logo. The new one is too corporate and sterile...no soul, no sense of adventure or fun. Like Teebin said above, you could add the word "bank" to it. Boo!
  11. AK-Jake

    Is Rockit a Success or Failure?

    Since they redid the trains, the ride is much better. Before that, it was nothing but testicle-smashing, poorly-paced agony for me. I can actually enjoy it now.
  12. AK-Jake

    Fast & Furious: Supercharged - General Discussion

    Good golly, man: that ride was AWFUL! I now fully understand why it was removed. Everything about it was half-assed and so unlike Disney it's not funny.
  13. AK-Jake

    Fast & Furious: Supercharged - General Discussion

    ^Okay, I'll bite. What's up, Teebs? No specifics, I understand, but is this a good "Eeeeep!" or a bad "Eeeeep!"?
  14. AK-Jake

    Skull Island: Reign of Kong - General Discussion

    This ride just keeps looking better and better!
  15. AK-Jake

    Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens

    I agree with many of the reviews listed here. I saw it during the 12/17 "sneak preview" night with family at an IMAX 3D in Washington, DC (I flew down from Alaska with family to see it with my little brother, who works at the Pentagon). It was a great movie. I consider it not as good as the...
  16. AK-Jake

    Two contractors brawl at IOA

    To echo what Disneyhead said, wow...just WOW. I don't know him personally, but prayers for Glenn's speedy and full recovery. Miracles can and DO happen.
  17. AK-Jake

    Mako - 2016 SeaWorld Coaster

    FUNNY!!! LMFAO!!!! Regarding the comments on Magnum XL-200 and Mako's apparent similarities, I'll simply say this: "Maggie" is tied with X2 for my favorite steel coaster. It's relentless and amazingly fun. It's also rough as hell. As I get older, I can barely ride the old girl, as she just...
  18. AK-Jake

    Incredible Hulk Coaster Refurb

    I was also at the park today and I echo those sentiments. It's REALLY sad to see half of the Hulk missing, the busy Hulk entry plaza walled off, and most of all, no roar. I know he'll be back next year better and badder than ever, but his absence is noticeable in the park. On a side note, the...
  19. AK-Jake

    Jack Presents: 25 Years of Monsters and Mayhem

    Thanks, BriMan! That was a huge help and made it much easier to follow what was going on...and lament the fact that I missed all those houses over the years. Great event this year! There's a few stinkers in the house department, but all-in-all, HHN 25 is a winner!
  20. AK-Jake

    Jack Presents: 25 Years of Monsters and Mayhem

    Went through this last night for the first time. Can anyone give me a run-down of what mazes the scenes are from? (In order would be awesome, but I don't know if that's possible.) I recognized Nightingales, The Forsaken, Bloodengutz (the Christmas scene), the classic monsters (which I'm...