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Slinky Dog Zigzag Spin, the new attraction in Toy Story Playland.
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Can I be the first to say I love S Dogs ears flapping in the wind...
I noticed this weekend they replaced his ears, they're no longer flapping.
Quote from: "Kristof"I noticed this weekend they replaced his ears, they're no longer flapping.
Noticed the same. Wonder why though? Not strong enough, maintenance incentive?
When we rode Slinky I wondered if the ears are not going to be ripped apart while flapping around the whole day. The hook inside the ears looked a little bit sharp to me and I thought this won't last long. Maybe I was right. :(
Quote from: "Reiana"When we rode Slinky I wondered if the ears are not going to be ripped apart while flapping around the whole day. The hook inside the ears looked a little bit sharp to me and I thought this won't last long. Maybe I was right. :(
New Ears have arrived
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I much prefer the new ears. :)
Quote from: "Columbiad"I much prefer the new ears. :)
Me to!
Random question: Is Slinky Dog actually technically a roller coaster?
They called it a "coaster" in some of the press blurb, but I thought it was just an easy term for the public to understand. However, the ride does run on coaster track, driven by flywheels (I think), not turned from the centre like a carousel or Dumbo. If you stand up close to the railings you can see pretty much all the workings down below, which are far too visible. But zooming in a full resolution on this TSPL press photo (one where Tom Fitzgerland is overseeing the model), in the background you can see a full test set-up of the ride, presumably at Intamin's factory:
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So if RC Racer can be considered a roller coaster (going by the RCDB website), is Slinky also one? Or does the fact it's joined together at both ends make it a "flat ride"?
my daughter loved this ride (she is only 3) and we rode it twice 27 November this year .. it was open in the EMH so very quiet (became very popular once the park opened) - the only critism its a really short ride .. no sooner than he gets to speed you stop .. we would have been on and off it all day if she'd had her way :)
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what is it being closed for in feburary.... are they gonna make it faster :D.... its barely been open a few months.... really dissapointing that if we dont ride it on our first day we will miss out completly....
^ I thought that was odd too. Parachute Drop is also closed around then too. Doesn't seem like 2 mins since they opened!
Quote from: "Martyn"^ I thought that was odd too. Parachute Drop is also closed around then too. Doesn't seem like 2 mins since they opened!
yeh strange that they need maintenance already :S and im not too fussed about parachute drop.... it looks mind numbingly boring.... wish it was closed instead of peter pan or slinky dog =[
It doesn't fully surprise me. They are attractions designed for much smaller capacities and the winter is the worst possible time to ride them. FWIW - the parachutes are fun and mildly thrilling, then again, I'm not great with heights.
Lol I will take your word for it =] I'm only gonna try it if there isn't a huge queue me thinks... I will watch the bags :P
Yeah I'm actually looking forward to the Parachute Drop.... Its Slinky that I think is quite dull, more for babies really.
Slinky can be fun, though there are better versions of this ride at Legoland Windsor, and even better still the one at Chessington. With cheaper admission and short waits. I am still scratching my head at the decisions DLP management made to give this thing a green light.
Having just watched Toy Story 3, I can understand why Disney would want to create a mini land in their theme parks called TSPL, based on their very successful movie franchise, the Toy Story films. Pixar are itching to see their characters and merchandise in the parks. I think it's one of the reasons Steve Jobs was happy to sell Pixar to Disney.
QuoteSlinky can be fun, though there are better versions of this ride at Legoland Windsor, and even better still the one at Chessington. With cheaper admission and short waits. I am still scratching my head at the decisions DLP management made to give this thing a green light.
Chessington? Huh? What that boat thing that changes direction?
Yep, essentially the same ride, except slinky does not change directions.
Quote from: "ed-uk"Having just watched Toy Story 3, I can understand why Disney would want to create a mini land in their theme parks called TSPL, based on their very successful movie franchise, the Toy Story films. Pixar are itching to see their characters and merchandise in the parks. I think it's one of the reasons Steve Jobs was happy to sell Pixar to Disney.
I understand why they would want to use the parks as a further marketing channel (though Buzz, Pizza Planet and Woody's Roundup have been around for sometime). Given the climate in Paris and the lack of a decent dark ride in the Studios, wouldn't Toy Story Midway Mania make better sense? The issue for me has not so much been the theme, but the execution. Three rides have been built that are unpleasant in the rain and cold, with low capacities and 2 of them have age/height restrictions but are tied to a theme to appeal to children.
I take your point about the weather, I wouldn't like to be on BTM in the middle of a snow storm (Disney would probably have to close the ride), or on the Flying Eliphants in the pouring rain and wind, so the same logic applies to me if it's about the weather. I also take your point about Toy Story Midway Mania being in the dry. But if the Rat ride comes to Toon Studio ( and I think that's the plan, at least they've built the street ) which I would prefer, then we would have two indoor rides together similar to Buzz, by that I mean we get in a car and go round it. Do you think all the rides should be under cover? They do get good weather in Paris, not just bad. Plenty of adults enjoy the Toy Story films, so speaking as an adult I did enjoy the themeing of TSPl, especially at night with the lights on, it was magical. It's transformed the Studios, it was really busy in Toon Studio. I should add though that I didn't go on The Parachute Drop or RC Racer, well not yet. But I would have tried Toy Story Mania. I think Pixar are keen to create lands, rides and attractions based on their films. Carsland, TSPL, not just sell the merchandise.
Yes, the same criticisms stand for the spinners in DLP. again, I am not keen on them in a Disney park. As for two similar rides, I agree, though Californa, Florida and next year, Tokyo have both Buzz and TSMM. At least with TSMM we would have a proper Audio Animatronic in WDSP. But I would rather neither had been built and something else, engaging the whole family, indoors and immersive had been built in WDSP instead (though the folliage of TSPL does add something that has been seriously missing from this park).
Quote from: "davewasbaloo"Yep, essentially the same ride, except slinky does not change directions.
Well if Slinky goes as fast as the Chessington version, then it shoud be quite thrilling.
Quote from: "davewasbaloo"Yep, essentially the same ride, except slinky does not change directions.
Slinky is nothing like the same as the Regatta rides?!
It is the same drive and track system, the difference is the seats go not swivel, they just face forward. The closer example is the Pterodactyl ride at Legoland Windsor.
The track isn't the same though. The wavey hills are all at the same height on the Regatta's, but Slinky slopes down. Its not flat like the Regatta.
Well, the floor of the queue area for Slinky Dog Zigzag Spin has been "plussed".
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This floor looks like the floor of the chemical plant I work during my summer holidays. Just unbelievable!! Do the Imagineers still think about their plans before building the attractions. Recently a lot f things have been "plussed".
Disney have always done plussing in their theme parks. i'm sure even Walt Disney "plussed" from time to time. it looks like a non slip floor to me judging from the picture.
I'm sure these are only temporary for the winter months to avoid injuries.
I was of course being sarcastic when I said "plussed".
Couldn't the Imagineers have predicted that a smooth flat floor would get slippery in the Winter? Why didn't they design these Toy Story Playland floors with some texture, some grip, so that they're safe to walk on at any time of year?
i think calling this "plussing" is wrong, it´s more of, fixing wrong decisions they made from the beginning,
by not thinking.
It annoys me, when someone is positive in everything disney does just because its disney, and most of them don´t
have any clue what is wrong or right. it is bad when disney have to spend money to fix the floor for the winter month
just because they didn´t thought about it from the beginning. That´s the kind of how they should not spending money.
like alan said, why didn´t they designed some textures or grip for the floor?
Maybe they wanted to try something new? If they can't make some minor changes to the queue area. That part of the queue is under cover isn't it, so maybe it's just in case of injuries? It looks permanent to me not just for winter. I went round the queue area last November, and it didn't feel slippy to me.
I think these were added when the Parachute Drop floor was covered.
It was like this whilst we were there in Jan.
Is it worth to take a ride on this?? (iam 20 years old^^)
Only if you have nothing better to do. This ride can be found in theme parks around the globe with 10-20 minute waits (at DLP more like an hour). It's fun, but mainly for the little ones.
^ Grrr, its still not the same as the Regatta's!lol
But you're right, its not really worth a long wait.
It is the same as the spinner at Legoland Windsor. And the Regatta is even more enjoyable.
What this?
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I don't know what it is, is it at Legoland? Why is there a hole in the roof ? Are we comparing it to Slinky Dog? I think Slinky looks more fun, better than taking a ride in a lego brick. But for fans of Lego, why not. Most of the rides and attractions at Legoland are suitable for small children. DLP has a much wider selection of rides in my opinion. A much better selection and superior to any thing Legoland has to offer. Or any other British theme park come to that.
Quote from: "Martyn"What this?
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Yep, it is the same attraction with a different decore.
My point is I am angry that while the pirate ship is rotting away and entertainment is cut, and maintenance worstens, they have spent their money on this type of carnival ride that does not even require the travel to do it. As Ed pointed out, DL should be offering experiences that can't be found elsewhere. everything in TSPL can be.
I think there is a place for a ride like Slinky Dog in DLP though, just like there is a place for a Carousel, Flying Elephants, Flying Carpets and Orbitron. The decor maybe different but the rides are the same. Just about every other theme park has rides like these. So I don't understand why Slinky Dog has come in for special critisism. If you want to take a ride on a Carousel you need go no further than Legoland or any other theme park, and thats always been the case. At least the rides in TSPL or all unique at DLP, even if other theme parks have similar versions.
He He, I suspect this conversation will go round and round more times than the ride ;)
Quote from: "davewasbaloo"Quote from: "Martyn"What this?
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Yep, it is the same attraction with a different decore.
But they're not I'm afraid. These are controlled by the motor in the middle of the ride, notice all the bars connecting the trains to the centre motor? And also notice that the train is on a single rail, where as Slinky has a coaster track, and has essentially a long, powered coaster train.
Slinky:
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Whilst they offer basically the same experience, they are still a completely different ride.
Is there a height restriction for this ride as i can't seem to find one. My DD2(2) would love this ride and i really hope she can go on it :)
No, no height restriction! :)
Slinky now has an official overflow queue line with coloured posts:
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The same posts also appeared recently down at the exit, which was always causing problems where guests waiting to board for special reasons obstructed the path.
My 2 year old loved slinky dog or stinky dog as she kept calling him! There aren't all that many rides for todlers in WDS so its nice for them to have something to ride on. Yes it's not an adult ride, but little ones need some entertainment too. She didn't like Cars as it was to spinny for her and wasn't keen on the Carpets so Slinky dog was ideal.
Oh I love the posts they've used! Another great touch!
Hi we r going in 12 sleeps! If we arrived at the park 1ish on a Monday would the queue be huuuge? X
Yes, definately one for first thing in the morning. We rode Slinky in April, and after a 10 minute wait, it still felt too long. Great for the under 2's, but that is about it.
I have an under 2 and a just 4 yr old, thought it would be great tame one to get them used to the rides. Thanx for help, will go in the morning!
Agreed, it is good for that. Also be sure to try them on the Magic Carpets, which has a more manageable queue.
Quote from: "mdw"I have an under 2 and a just 4 yr old, thought it would be great tame one to get them used to the rides. Thanx for help, will go in the morning!
Have a fantastic time! :D/ :D/
Thanks guys sooooo excited x
Quote from: "mdw"Thanks guys sooooo excited x
Where you staying??? Not long to go now!!! :D/ :D/ :D/
Quote from: "davewasbaloo"Yes, definately one for first thing in the morning. We rode Slinky in April, and after a 10 minute wait, it still felt too long. Great for the under 2's, but that is about it.
My mental age is about 2, can't wait till September !!
Cheyenne 3nights 4 days!!!!! Soooo excited
Quote from: "mdw"Cheyenne 3nights 4 days!!!!! Soooo excited
We're staying at the Cheyenne! :D/ Would love to hear what you think of it when you get back! :thumbs:
Ok will let u know. When r u going? You been before?
Quote from: "mdw"Ok will let u know. When r u going? You been before?
Great - thanks! :thumbs: We're going the 5th-9th September.
This will be my 6th time to DLP. Stayed at the Santa Fe, Newport Bay & Sequoia Lodge. So excited about staying in the Cheyenne; as I've heard so many people say how good it is! Have the best time ever! :D/
Quote from: "aliscrapper"Quote from: "mdw"Ok will let u know. When r u going? You been before?
Great - thanks! :thumbs: We're going the 5th-9th September.
This will be my 6th time to DLP. Stayed at the Santa Fe, Newport Bay & Sequoia Lodge. So excited about staying in the Cheyenne; as I've heard so many people say how good it is! Have the best time ever! :D/
I had a great time at Cheyenne. I loved the hotel. There was nothing about it that I disliked. I enjoyed it a lot :D
Quote from: "Rafael"Quote from: "aliscrapper"Quote from: "mdw"I had a great time at Cheyenne. I loved the hotel. There was nothing about it that I disliked. I enjoyed it a lot :D
I loved the Cheyenne too! :thumbs:
Slinky Dog Ride is very short and BORING! One time try and never more...
^ I agree to be honest. It looks good (not ride wise, just general looks), but the ride is very short and sounds horrible. It feels like its a low quality ride type, and it rides like one too.
What are the waiting times like for the TSPL Rides in Oct on at weekend?
Quote from: "Twinkleybelle"What are the waiting times like for the TSPL Rides in Oct on at weekend?
40-50 minutes last time I was there in the weekend.
this is my 3 year old daughters favourite ride, we rode it like 8 times if not more in october lol
My youngest daughter is scared of all things fast her favourite rides are slinky dog dumbo teacups and the magic carpets and cars she has tried others in my opinion if the these rides make her happy which they do and the atmosphere when she meets the characters then to me disney are doing what they promised we have been 7 times and are going again this December and to be honest cant wait
Its a fair ride...nothing special but what can you do with a ride that just goes around in a circle? Weve never waited more than 5 mins for this on our trips because its such a short ride. My daughter always complains its too short but then so are the flying carpets, flying elephants etc.