Originally Posted By DLTheo Indeed! Disneyland might be a better place if there was no easy way for nutty customers to file complaints.
Originally Posted By fkurucz <<I have never been on any other mine train rollercoasters so I can't compare in that respect.>> I have. Most are duds. What I like about Big Thunder is that it is moderately thrilling and has superb theming. We once visited Six Flags over Texas, and their mine train ride, while a decent ride, has abysmal themeing. They do try, but BTM has more theming in the "Bat Cave".
Originally Posted By DizneyGurl If you are on Thunder Mountain,, when you are going up the lift to the goat trick, look on you're left and you'll se little turtles.Rode it last month.
Originally Posted By DismayingObservation I think I remember reading on MiceAge that written complaints are no longer accepted at City Hall. Too late for the cantilevered rock, however. Might have to register a verbal statement suggestng that the "supports" be retored to their "creaky" condition.
Originally Posted By dresswhites it is magical at night. i imagine during the fireworks it is really cool. i am curious, does the Disney World version have a goat? i only seem to hear discussion about him on the disneyland attraction. I went on the Disney World version twice, but i can't remember if there was a prominent goat or not.
Originally Posted By ChurroMonster BTMRR at night ranks among the best coaster experiences out there.
Originally Posted By DismayingObservation Absolutely true. I enjoy any coaster at night, but the first-rate theming on this ride makes it so much better.
Originally Posted By FiveBearRugs I like the fact that BigThunder is a doting and caring father, and I enjoy all of his posts here. A classic LPer, he truly is special.
Originally Posted By YumaJohn This was the first roller coaster that my daughter ever rode. That alone would maker it special but what I really love is that whenever we ride it she says "Daddy, Big Thunder Mountain looks just like home. In fact they should rename Frontierland, Homeland." Gotta love these crazy Arizona kids. And Big Thunder Mountain.
Originally Posted By geniesjoy I love this ride! It is my most fav! I'm hooked on the back seat & next time will try the goat trick. Thx so much for that info! I ride on the left side but will also try the right side. I love to go with my DD or DGS as they both let me scream & whoop it up all along the ride, (gee, Grandma just turned 8 yrs old!). I love the sceney & the anticipation in this ride. In July I rode it for the first time at night & it definitely's a different ride. I have the DizPin BTMRR with the goat close by my computer to remind me of upcoming fun in December-any LPer for a ride Dec.6-13? Maybe that's another thread to start, not sure...!
Originally Posted By pitapan16 I love the atmosphere in and around all of Thunder. The rock work, caves, waterfalls, mine town, dessert mountain animals, and the added thrill factor of racing around all those cool elements. One of my top TOP rides.
Originally Posted By DismayingObservation If it were made longer, then throwing in a dash of faster would be fun. It's slow as far as most coasters go, but the high bank angle of the curves gives you that G-force rush without having to propel you at 100 mph. I thought I remembered reading that the top speed is only around 25 mph.
Originally Posted By cptmemo I rode it 3 times on our last night there with my son. We "closed down the park", lucky enough to hop on the last train out of the station right at midnight. It was the perfect ending to a great trip And the only rollercoaster type ride I didn't have to talk my 7 yr old in to going on. He loved it!
Originally Posted By DismayingObservation That's part of the genius of an attraction like that. It's fun without being frightening and you have the benefit of all-immersive Disney detailing with all of those fantastic antiques. Even the queue is among my favorites. I honestly don't mind waiting in line to ride.
Originally Posted By NAPC SleepingBeauty, the goat trick is by far the most thrilling part of BTMRR!!! I am at the parks as often as you are... we definitely need to meet up so I can show this to you!!! Disneyland55, all I'm gonna say is: after the goat trick say (in the voice of a very excited football fan) "YEAH!!!!!" to scare the heck out of the kids in front of you.. ha ha!!!! - NAPC
