Jurassic World VelociCoaster Construction Thread (Opening June 10)

[shiekra38]

Sorry, it was just an observation. I’m not clamoring for dinosaur rocks. I’m with you guys. I, too, want nothing but straight-faced realism and hardcore verisimilitude from the *checks notes* genetically-engineered dinosaur movie.

I was speaking in general, not at you

Mostly from theme park Twitter clamoring about it

 

[WillQ92]

Now that the coaster is basically done, I'm really excited to see them move onto the themeing. Looking at aerials of the station hurts my brain. I kinda had an idea of what was going to go on as far as the flow of the queue from the waterfront to the station, but then the maintenance bay switch track routing derailed that for me. I'm definitely thinking the vehicle will load on the left with the exit to the right, but how the queue will get there I have no idea.

Anyone have any theories?

 

[JoeCamel]

Some people want to see dinosaur rocks so badly. I don’t get it. There’s an element of realism they’re trying to portray here and that just isn’t it. Sharp rocks and steel. That’s what we’re getting.

Teeth and talons?

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

I’m really getting more hyped for this than Hagrid’s. It really doesn’t seem like the theming is “less”, and this is a major thrill ride. I enjoy HRRR, so Universal has never let me down with a coaster. This sounds jam packed, as is Hagrid’s, and god I’m so here for it. I cannot wait to see the rock work and waterfall be installed and see the final product. Update River Adventure and as soon as I can I WILL be at Universal for this.

 

[HandsomePete]

JP is the one place where dinosaurs actually exist and people are hoping for one to be immortalized as a giant rock.

It’s like wanting to add a library to MSHI so they can have a quiet place to read comic books.

 

[Grabnar]

It’s like wanting to add a library to MSHI so they can have a quiet place to read comic books.

Where do I sign this petition?

 

[TheWalkingDad]

I can't verify this, but I have word that Saturday (July 4th) the top hat will be installed. Just wanted to share.

 

[Scott W.]

I can't verify this, but I have word that Saturday (July 4th) the top hat will be installed. Just wanted to share.

With the flag raising to celebrate topping out the coaster.

There will be fireworks and a salute to all islands of adventure, but mostly Jurassic Park.

 

[Disneyhead]

What if Dinosaur rock is like Dog rock?

Just speculating.

 

[Teebin]

Sounds like they're going out with a bang!

 

[Scott W.]

Ya'll telling me this isn't inspired by Crocodile Rock in Millport, Scotland?

The Crocodile Rock

A bizarre stone beast lurks on the beach of a popular tourist island.

www.atlasobscura.com

 

[viking_wizard_eyes]

That’s kinda it though right. If you think about, like... what would be considered as the most environmentally intense part of IOA, I think it’s going to be this. It’s got the darkness and depth of Kong but with this kinetic element of the roller coaster that is just going to put it over the top. And beyond that it looks like we’re getting a marquee/entrance the size of test track which just puts it at a whole ‘nother level.

You’re right, and I definitely agree with all of this. The environment should and will reflect the intensity and thrill-level of the ride itself. Rocks that are literally shaped like dinosaurs would not work here. FWIW, I’m not trying to directly compare this ride or its environs to Radiator Springs, it’s just that the shape and style of those structures instantly reminded of raptor tails, so I wondered if it was an attempt to evoke the dinosaurs that the ride is heavily rumored to be themed on—not a literal replication of a raptor, just the impression of one. (Something like that wouldn’t be out of place coming from the JW universe, if you think about it.)

But like I said, I agree with you and everyone else and I’d like my original comment stricken from the record lol

 

[1.21Gigawatts]

At this point I could go the rest of my life without reading ANY variations of the words "Dinosaur" and "Rock" in the same sentence. :thud:

 

[ParksManDan]

At this point I could go the rest of my life without reading ANY variations of the words "Dinosaur" and "Rock" in the same sentence. :thud:

Rockasaur?

 

[tielo]

You’re right, and I definitely agree with all of this. The environment should and will reflect the intensity and thrill-level of the ride itself. Rocks that are literally shaped like dinosaurs would not work here. FWIW, I’m not trying to directly compare this ride or its environs to Radiator Springs, it’s just that the shape and style of those structures instantly reminded of raptor tails, so I wondered if it was an attempt to evoke the dinosaurs that the ride is heavily rumored to be themed on—not a literal replication of a raptor, just the impression of one. (Something like that wouldn’t be out of place coming from the JW universe, if you think about it.)

But like I said, I agree with you and everyone else and I’d like my original comment stricken from the record lol

I think the AA dino's in the attraction wil evoke the...eh dinosaur thing. I think the rockwork will be evoking that they should look like theme park rockwork.

 

[AlexanderMBush]

@RollermanDan has a new update!

 

[Eastcoast]

Yes, I know its a forum which is for discussion but stating opinions or speculation as fact has got me rolling my eyes over here. Thinking top hat on 7/4 because they might plop a flag on top as its the highest point and exclaim 'MURICA.....oooookkkk.

 

[TheDr]

Yes, I know its a forum which is for discussion but stating opinions or speculation as fact has got me rolling my eyes over here. Thinking top hat on 7/4 because they might plop a flag on top as its the highest point and exclaim 'MURICA.....oooookkkk.
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There wouldn’t be much to discuss without speculation seeing as (according to universal) this coaster doesn’t exist..

 

[JoeCamel]

Yes, I know its a forum which is for discussion but stating opinions or speculation as fact has got me rolling my eyes over here. Thinking top hat on 7/4 because they might plop a flag on top as its the highest point and exclaim 'MURICA.....oooookkkk.
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I feel it in my soul that this crew will work the night of 7/3 to give us the 4th.

Yeah, it is a dramatic move and involves a bunch of people working on friday night but steelworkers have been known to do more for less.

Let me dream til the 5th ok?

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

Jurassic World/Park, IS, a theme park. If I went to a Dino theme park with Dino rock work I’d leave, especially if they have real Dino’s around.