Mako - 2016 SeaWorld Coaster

[Andy]

I actually wonder if Universal will release a POV as I don't see any legitimate way of getting one otherwise because of the metal detectors.

HIGHLY DOUBTFUL!!! But we can hope right ray:

 

[WAJAS]

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HIGHLY DOUBTFUL!!! But we can hope right ray:

Is it tho? Haven't they been releasing 360 coaster POVs recently, like for DD and Rockit?

 

[Disneyhead]

Last row, being dragged into that drop is going to be one of the best coaster moments in Orlando. Cross your feet, and don't hold on. Booyah!

 

[GAcoaster]

So I just got back from SeaWorld and Mako was testing all afternoon. It is SO QUIET when it runs! I talked to a friend who knows things and was told today B&M is onsite and signing things off so they will be cycling frequently. Posted a small video of one of the test runs from across the lake on FB (there's a lot of wind noise on my phone because it was very breezy!)

 

[WAJAS]

And we have another construction update. This time from InTheLoop. In this update:

- the Fins gift shop is now under reconstruction
- the ship that the track flies through looks more complete

 

[WAJAS]

Looks like we have riders on the ride today, interesting. At their current pace softs may be held up not by the coaster but by the queue work.

 

[Tylereapple]

 

[GAcoaster]

Yeah, it has been testing constantly the past few days. I have a feeling it's all the OTHER stuff that might hold up any soft openings. They're still hard at work on the queue and other stuff.

 

[WAJAS]

I'm hearing there's heavy use of glowing paint and black lights. This land is going to look best at night.

 

[GAcoaster]

I've heard Manby is touring the park and riding this morning...

 

[rhino4evr]

I drove by Sea World this weekend, the thing looks awesome in person.

 

[upov]

Sea World's site says buy an AP by May 20th to be among the 1st to ride, then inside on the Mako page it says Pass Members are among the first to ride.

 

[WAJAS]

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Sea World's site says buy an AP by May 20th to be among the 1st to ride, then inside on the Mako page it says Pass Members are among the first to ride.

Ya, apparently there's a preview day that will be announced at the TownHall with Joel Manby.

 

[upov]

Just saw this on Instagram.

 

[GAcoaster]

That's so cool! The sea turtle artwork he did for the SeaWorld Rescue program is really awesome too.

 

[anihilnation]

Was there today, no testing, but they were working on the central lake flyover
flyover. From what I could see they were sanding down those metal pipes sticking out. Also, I think I saw some fencing parts lying there, so probably those will be installed on those pipes. Was funny to see though, since it was odd; workers were on this barge on the water and they actually had two workers in the water who tried to hold it steady. Makes me wonder did they let water in too early, or did the barges to keep it dry not do their job properly?

 

[WAJAS]

Pass Member Preview and Benefits

 

[UAN17]

They're really treating their AP holders well. Great business move.

 

[anihilnation]

Glad they finally have the early entry for passholders. Aquatica already had this.

 

[GAcoaster]

It's a shame that the "other" stuff is holding up the opening of Mako. The ride itself has been cycling pretty consistently and should be ready to ride any time now (if it's not already). It's just the theme elements, queue, etc. that seem to be unfinished right now.