Originally Posted By Manfried And I was just voicing disagreement. Others, unfortunately, childishly see it as an attack. Respectfully submitted.
Originally Posted By skinnerbox It was my understanding that Rainbow Ridge was being rebuilt because of termite infestation or wood rot or some kind of decay. Given how old those little plywood buildings are, I wouldn't be surprised if they were slowly crumbling from the inside out.
Originally Posted By DlandDug From what I have been hearing, Rainbow Ridge/Big Thunder is being repaired, or replicated where necessary. There's no real chance we will see any new track. And there's not enough room, even if they took out the little buildings. As far as a new story line goes, we will have to wait and see. It seems likely, as they have been releasing material to that effect. And it does seem that there are a couple here who simply show up to dump negative comments, then get very defensive when they are called on it. It doesn't really bother me-- I just consider the source and move on. But it is pretty evident, no matter how much anybody protests to the contrary.
Originally Posted By tiggertoo <<The little mining town of Rainbow Ridge is not on trial here!>> Like heck it isn't! BURN! Burn it to the down! Buahahahaha!
Originally Posted By tiggertoo <<There's no real chance we will see any new track.>> Yeah, but new effects and/or show building for the current anticlimactic ending would be great. Thanks all I want. And please, please keep the Wally Boag monologue.
Originally Posted By Jim in Merced CA And as for postings and who or what is sarcastic, and what LP.com is 'supposed' to be.... LP.com is for everybody. Big time fans, people who need a hint or some help, those who've been around a long time and are perhaps a bit jaded -- everybody. I've re-read this entire thread, and I just don't see the harm in providing some sarcastic humor on some of these things. But that's my style. Some get tired of the sarcasm. Okay. For me, I get a bit tired of what I describe as the 'worshiping at the church of Disney' that many people here seem to enjoy. Every costume change, paint stroke, queue re-configuration, or font style of a menu is looked upon with mouth foaming glee. No problem! Enjoy! "Post and Let Post"
Originally Posted By CDF2 "I thought DL's layout was the same as WDW's just a mirror image" Almost - WDW's major difference compared to DL's is an extra spiral that occurs just before the flooded Ghost Town sequence. Of course, both US versions pale in comparison to the long and dark tunnel finish found in DLP's version.
Originally Posted By CuriousConstance Hans! I've been busy! Now that Christmas is over, I can think again. I sent you a Facebook message about a week ago, did you get it?
Originally Posted By tiggertoo <<Wally Boag monologue?>> The safety spiel. That was Wally Boag, right? Albeit short, it always made me laugh and had character beyond the words. So I've always referred to it as his BTMRR monologue.
Originally Posted By Jim in Merced CA If you're referring to the 'this here's the wildest ride in the wilderness' -- the original spiel was done by the late, great character actor Dallas McKennon -- who was the original narrator of the Mine Train through Nature's Wonderland.
Originally Posted By tiggertoo Thanks, Jim! Remembered that it was an old Frontierland legend. Wally Boag stuck, I guess. Thinking back on it now, I'm giving myself a boot-to-the-head for not making the connection. I've heard the MTTNW narration hundreds of times, and McKennon's voice is so distinct.
Originally Posted By tiggertoo Speaking of Dal McKennon, I was sad when Disney didn't recruit him for the Prospector in Toy Story 2. The part was practically made of him.
Originally Posted By Jim in Merced CA The most recent spiel in Big Thunder -- when they added the additional hats n glasses -- sounds like a sound-a-like for Dallas, but I'm not sure.
Originally Posted By fkurucz >>It'd also be neat if a couple passengers could ride in the train's engine.<< It would be, but the best seats are in the rear of the train.
