Jurassic World VelociCoaster Construction Thread (Opening June 10)

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

It looked like the launch video at the end wasn’t CGI, at least in my opinion. Looked like it could’ve been from a nighttime test. Seats look comfortable for how much this thing is gonna move ya around, loving everything about this coaster.

 

[joelbryant11]

I’m just hoping “Summer 2021” doesn’t mean after June 22.

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

I’m just hoping “Summer 2021” doesn’t mean after June 22.

I definitely feel they’re aiming for Memorial Day/4th of July, so I think you’ll be good for soft openings if they do any. They aren’t as time restricted now I believe since the film has been pushed back so I could see mid-summer if the world seems significantly safer by then compared to May.

 

[Alicia]

If you watch the little bit of POV footage it looks like the LED lights on the steel frame tunnel are lit up one after another as you pass. Definitely makes me think the corresponding LED lights on the paddock fences facing the pathway will also be timed with every launch.

 

[ParksManDan]

You can see the first train that makes it over in this video, clears all the sticks off the track from the Osprey's.
Edit: Actually you can see sticks falling from the first train's rollback too.

I wonder if that debris will potentially cause issues with the wheels on the trains if it becomes lodged between the track and wheels. I mean, it's wood, so it shouldn't be a problem, but what is the material those wheels are made from?

 

[Brian G.]

Universal Orlando has shared its first look at the ride vehicle for the upcoming attraction, Jurassic World VelociCoaster, set to open at Islands of Adventure in Summer 2021.

We've included a few screenshots from the video so you can get a good look at some of the different angles.

Universal Orlando offers first look of the Jurassic World VelociCoaster Ride Vehicle

Universal Orlando has shared its first look at the ride vehicle for the upcoming attraction, Jurassic World VelociCoaster, set to open at Islands of Adventure in Summer 2021. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwJIvCvLIJQ&feature=youtu.be The coaster will catapult guests up to 70 mph and more

www.insideuniversal.net

 

[KbTurtle]

Was this real footage of the actual train or was it CGI?

 

[JungleSkip]

Was this real footage of the actual train or was it CGI?

Looked real to me

 

[GAcoaster]

Looked real to me

Most of it looks real, I just wonder if the lights flashing in sequence was real or just something done digitally to wow us?

 

[Scott W.]

Even that small POV looks dope.

Day time and night time will be completely different experiences.

 

[Parkscope Joe]

There like no CGI in this.

 

[Scott W.]

Most of it looks real, I just wonder if the lights flashing in sequence was real or just something done digitally to wow us?

I hope it’s real. Would be a good effect in the dark of the tunnels and an interesting way to show the countdown to launch.

 

[Alicia]

There like no CGI in this.

Except sweetened lens flares and fog overlays of course.

 

[Nick]

I’m just hoping “Summer 2021” doesn’t mean after June 22.

"Summer" is a very vague term in the theme park industry. Universal typically considers "Summer" as having started on Memorial Day Weekend and ends like the week before HHN. Given how far along this coaster is, it should be around Memorial Day for opening, I'd think.

 

[joelbryant11]

The claw marks are such a great touch.

 

[rcoasterdude]

sweet mother of god it’s perfect

 

[KbTurtle]

 

[Brian G.]

Just a heads up that this month’s photo update has a big section on VC constriction.

Photo Update: December 4, 2020 – Universal Orlando Resort

We’re back with a photo update around the Universal Orlando Resort! This month, we take a look as the Holidays continue throughout the Resort, including the addition of Earl the Squirrel merchandise; and construction continues on the Jurassic World VelociCoaster. Let's take a look! Park Update Inde

www.insideuniversal.net

 

[RonaldsModernLife]

Interesting restraints. That’s gonna be quite the experience :afraid:

 

[Speed]