Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (SideshowRalph) — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 12:44:25 GMT

Hi,
I recently submitted a Simpsons Ride capsule to the Simpsons Archive (snpp.com) and I think that one section may be off. I'm no longer in the Orlando area and probably will not be there again any time soon. I was wondering if anyone here would be willing to check on something for me. In the midway preshow there is a slideshow of Krustyland attractions that runs as the chracters in the booths are bantering (it appears on the same monitors that Krusty gives his greeting). I would...

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (DarbyD53) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 18:47:16 GMT

Is anyone going soon? If so can I send you some paypal money to pick me up a keychain with my name on it? Just let me know here

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (CletusTSJY) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 18:55:27 GMT

That is one of the funniest things ever. The attention to detail is great. Just let me know when you'll be back in the area, would love to get together.

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (Red the Trucker) — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 07:47:34 GMT

Hey Cletus ... we had the Mrs. nieces with us and we just got In N Out on the way home. I did get a pass with a free ticket so we'll be coming up in the fall/winter.

They have made quite a few changes to the facade oh and this was pretty funny: http://twitpic.com/d1tdg

Also I used my Front of the Line pass from Season 11 and they never took it so I'll use it again next time!

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (CletusTSJY) — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 09:35:37 GMT

Interested, yes. Able to? Unfortunately not because I have to work. Are you going to be in the area all day though? Maybe we could meet for dinner or something?

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (Red the Trucker) — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 08:22:48 GMT

I'm going to Universal Hollywood on Thursday. Anyone interested in joining?

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (bartyboy) — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 06:55:30 GMT

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (pieman391) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:12:31 GMT

SloppyJimbo wrote:
I'm going, and I think Zach's going to go too.

damn straight i am. cant wait. however jordan, i dont think my uncle could get us the deluxe passes, so i'll just get mine from him when i can.

excited to see faces from last year, i hope i can remeber the names though

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (SloppyJimbo) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:57:05 GMT

I'm going, and I think Zach's going to go too.

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (Red the Trucker) — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 19:13:56 GMT

So for those of you in the SoCal area blueduck37, sternroolz, Gooker1 and I are going to the Hollywood park on Tuesday July 22. If anyone in the San Diego area wants to go with I have room for 2 people (I'm bringing Jeremy home). I'm planning on leaving about 6am. E-mail me at kengartin@yahoo.com

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (dathrill) — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 13:15:25 GMT

went on it 3 times at Universal Orlando....it was assume! like people here said, a little to fast to enjoy all the animation. even the wait in line was fun though. we had the whole park to ourselves for our conference, so we didn't wait more than 25 minutes for anything. It did remind me of the Back To The Future ride though.

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (Red the Trucker) — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 10:28:27 GMT

My wife and I went with Cletus yesterday. It was just about perfect. My only complaint (besides the hour line) was that it almost moved too fast. I wanted them to slow down so I could see more of Springfield, Krustyland, etc. Not going to spoil anything but be sure to sit in the front of the car as it's more interactive and your view is unobstructed.

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (CletusTSJY) — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 16:07:48 GMT

You should be fine, they weren't too overzealous. It's not as if the ride moves around THAT much.

Ken, I'll email you. I got clearance to go for a bit on Saturday so I can meet you there for a bit.

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (DarbyD53) — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 17:42:11 GMT

the person next to me would be my wife or a friend, I just wasnt too sure how obsessive (sp) the workers might be if it didnt come down all the way. I do have stomach suckying powers of homer as he was about to get on the bus to go to the super bowl, so that will help

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (CletusTSJY) — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 17:06:03 GMT

There is one of those mechanical lap bars like you find on some rollercoasters. I think there were two to a row (4 people per row). I found it to be a bit snug but I'm pretty sure it has different levels or notches so it should be able to accomodate you. There isn't really so much motion that the person next to you would feel at risk if it didn't come down all the way.

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (DarbyD53) — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 09:10:03 GMT

I got a question for you people....How is the ride layed out seat wise? I'm a tall and big guy and wanted to know what issues I might have with leg/stomach room and so on? Is there seat belts or what? I hope to make the trip within the year. Just curious. I usually can judge if I can fit by reading Mick Foley's books and see what rides he can go on lol.

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (Red the Trucker) — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 06:13:40 GMT

I'm going this Saturday! Anyone else interested?

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (JeffBagwellRules) — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 21:36:15 GMT

Hey guys, had a chance to check out the simpsons ride today. Kinda cool. All the little show references throughout were great. I went in with low expectations and found the ride to be pretty fun. If you liked the Back to the Future ride that used to be there, you're gonna like this. Its basically the same set up but with simpsons everywhere. I took a few pics I thought I'd share here. Let me know what you think!

First is the aftermath of the weekend fire. Nasty. Looks like a...

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (Ham Salad) — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 07:27:16 GMT

I am saddened by the loss of the Hill Valley Courthouse square.

Re: Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (CletusTSJY) — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 08:35:42 GMT

They aren't closing off anything outside the park so you'll be able to enjoy that Also, they say the park will open at noon today (but if the winds shift the smoke into the park they may decide against that.) I would stay away because the smoke it very toxic right now (lots of plastics and stuff being burned in the video vault.)

Three minor injuries only.

So far the following are gone, completely...

Universal: Simpsons Ride - FLA NOW OPEN!; Hollywood Pics (4/24)

feeds@yuku.com (YabbaDabba Doh) — Tue, 12 Sep 2006 10:18:15 GMT

Updated 4/23: The ride is NOW OPEN in Universal Florida for technical rehersals and will most likely remain so until the grand opening. Head over to http://orlandounited.com/news/simpsonsnowopen.html for tons of pics.
SPOILER WARNING: There is a full description of the ride at the end of the article.

Updated 4/22: Pic from Universal...