Originally Posted By sjhym33 An 11th train with a Teal stripe will go online later this fall according to the Orlando Sentinel. The train is made up of the undamaged sections of the two trains that crashed on July 4th. Out of respect for the drivers, both Pink and Purple colors have been retired. Disney expects to add a 12th train sometime next year. <a href="http://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/orl-bk-disney-world-monorail-101609,0,3042435.story" target="_blank">http://www.orlandosentinel.com...35.story</a>
Originally Posted By -em I'm impressed though I will miss (and have missed) seeing Pink and Purple flying (Esp as Purple has always been my favorite) but I totally respect the decision to retire the colors (though I wonder if we *ever* get Mark VIII if the colors will return) Wonder what color the 12th will be- Navy? Cantalope? Copper? Puce? Magenta? -em < who now wants a Monorail Teal pin
Originally Posted By brotherdave Whenever I hear puce, I think of Mike Wasowski in Monster's, Inc. "Oh...so that's puce!"
Originally Posted By danyoung Monorail Coral has always been my fav. Can't wait to see the new Teal. Very smart move on Disney's part!
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 I think this is dumb PR. I think this is all due to the Internet Era and the fear that so many folks read forums such as this and Disney doesn't want guests in line saying 'do you know this monorail was in a wreck that killed some kid?' So instead of doing something significant to honor Austin's memory, like say going back to running the system like it was say 15 years ago with safety before all else, they take the remnants of the two trains and make a whole. Even sadder, anyone who'd know that purple and pink were involved in the fatal crash will also know teal is made up from what's left of them. Just dumb ... and so typical.
Originally Posted By leobloom I never understood the fascination with monorail colors. A favorite monorail color? Wow. I guess I need to go huff some more pixie dust out of a paper bag and maybe then I'll understand it.
Originally Posted By Tink34 This is exciting!! The fleet will be complete again. I agree with Spirit I think there could've been more done for Austin but you can't dwell to hard on the past when there's a show to put on the next morning. I hope the teal won't be too close to the monorail blue! Nothing beats monorail Red though!
Originally Posted By EPCOT Explorer >>>> Even sadder, anyone who'd know that purple and pink were involved in the fatal crash will also know teal is made up from what's left of them.<<<< Tell them it's brand new...You said it yourself, guests are stupid. Heh.
Originally Posted By danyoung >Just dumb ... and so typical.< I'm not sure why you think it's dumb to salvage the working remains of 2 damaged monorails to make a new one. And why shouldn't they retire the colors of the 2 damaged monorails? It's something of a subtle tribute to the accident. And I for one do NOT want to see a memorial to a deceased CM anywhere on property while I'm on vacation. It's not that I don't respect him and don't feel bad that he was killed. But I'm on vacation - it's not the time to be reflecting on death.
Originally Posted By EPCOT Explorer {{{{{ I'm not sure why you think it's dumb to salvage the working remains of 2 damaged monorails to make a new one. And why shouldn't they retire the colors of the 2 damaged monorails? It's something of a subtle tribute to the accident. And I for one do NOT want to see a memorial to a deceased CM anywhere on property while I'm on vacation. It's not that I don't respect him and don't feel bad that he was killed. But I'm on vacation - it's not the time to be reflecting on death.}}}} I think he's referring to the fact that the Monos are not being adressed in a safe way. But besides that, I agree with you.
Originally Posted By danyoung I went back and re-read the Spirits' post, and I still didn't get that from it. Of course, many times it's hard to understand exactly what the Spirit is saying. Extreme old age will tend to soften the brain's synapses, causing one to babble incoherently at times. Sadly, my friend Spirit isn't aging so well . . .
Originally Posted By MPierce I thought the safety issues had been addressed as far as beam switching. Didn't they return to the way things use to be?
Originally Posted By Labuda Oh, boy, I get to stir the pot a teensy bit. "And I for one do NOT want to see a memorial to a deceased CM anywhere on property while I'm on vacation. It's not that I don't respect him and don't feel bad that he was killed. But I'm on vacation - it's not the time to be reflecting on death." Dan - what about the Partners statue in the MKs? And the Roy and Minnie statue? And the lamp in Walt's apartment in DL? And all the names on the windows on Main St USA? Why not add Austin's name there?
Originally Posted By danyoung Hi there, Labuda. Entirely different things, IMO. It's entirely proper for a company like Disney to pay homage to the founders and the important people who made it what it is today. It's a totally different thing to pay tribute to someone whose only claim to (Disney) fame is that he was killed in an unfortunate accident. Again, it was a sad loss, and I'm sure his family is still missing him. But I don't need to be reminded of that when I'm on vacation. Maybe that's a little cold on my part, but it's how I feel. Sirring the pot - fun, ain't it?
Originally Posted By Labuda Yeah, I get that it's a different thing - just wanted to pounce on you for saying "And I for one do NOT want to see a memorial to a deceased CM anywhere on property". I saw my opportunity and took it. Anyhow, I wonder... when the CM was killed by America Sings back in the 70s(?), did anyone try to get a memorial of some sort?
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 <<I went back and re-read the Spirits' post, and I still didn't get that from it. Of course, many times it's hard to understand exactly what the Spirit is saying. Extreme old age will tend to soften the brain's synapses, causing one to babble incoherently at times. Sadly, my friend Spirit isn't aging so well . . .>> It's possible I wasn't clear ... Danny. Been working more and tossing out posts without giving them the once over. So possible, but not likely ;-) My comment wasn't about them putting the trains back in service. It was giving them a new color and 'retiring' purple and pink. That is a PR move all the way. I think it's dumb and reactionary and exactly what I'd expect out of the Mouse these days.
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 Oh ... and nice to see my favorite Texan posting again! No Danny ... not you. Oh ... and you didn't think I meant old man Pierce did ya?
Originally Posted By TempestsPrince "That is a PR move all the way. I think it's dumb and reactionary and exactly what I'd expect out of the Mouse these days." Rather cynical of you. I find it to be fitting and quite appropriate.
Originally Posted By danyoung >It was giving them a new color and 'retiring' purple and pink. That is a PR move all the way. I think it's dumb and reactionary and exactly what I'd expect out of the Mouse these days.< Hmmm. As always, you have the right to your opinions, misguided though they usually are. But I just don't see the problem with retiring the old colors in favor of a new one. For those who wanted a memorial, this is it, albeit subtle. I think it's a very nice, well thought out move. >Oh ... and nice to see my favorite Texan posting again! < I missed Labuda too!
