Loch Ness Monster Tunnel Finally Revealed, and You'll Be Amazed! 🐉 🔦
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- Опубликовано: 11 сен 2024
- It's a shame that it has come to this! Back in the day, the Loch Ness Monster tunnel had; mist, strobe lights, a sound track, and a lighted serpent to go with! I hear so many RUclipsrs say that this is their least favorite part of the ride, and I agree, IT IS! Alone, (as of 11-06-22 and the long remembered past), it's just a descending helix loop into the dark abyss. That's cool for the first quarter of the helix maybe, but the effects that used to be there would carry the theme of "Nessie" with it throughout the entire 20 plus or minus seconds of the helix, making it the complete legendary ride that it is!
But anyway, I digress. This is all you get now, an illuminated shell of what was once a well themed tunnel in the most iconic modern day steel roller coaster of all time! Don't even get me started on both trains not simultaneously going through the interlocking loops!
My hopes are that this POV will shed some "light" on the theming problem.
But I suppose according to John B. Roberts, General Manager of The Old Country, (now Busch Gardens); “There has never been anything like it. For openers, it’s the tallest and fastest coaster-style ride with the steepest drop in the world … and the only one with interlocking loops. On top of that, part of it’s in total darkness.” This quote has not been proven or denied yet, so take it with a grain of salt for now.
But if it IS true, I, myself don't remember it like that because I'm not THAT old, but if true, then maybe they just went back to the roots on this one. If there is anyone out there that is about 56, please let me know.
Either way, I prefer the theming over the darkness.
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Intro: 0:06
First Lift Hill 0:15
Drop 0:40
First Loop 0:54
Tunnel and Helix 1:10
Second Lift Hill 1:52
Second Loop 2:15
Entering Station 2:27
Opened on June 6, 1978
Type: Steel
Propulsion: 2 chain lifts
Height: 130 feet
Drop: 114.2 feet
Top Speed: 60 mph
Length: 3240 feet
Inversions: 2
Drop Angle: 55˚
Duration: 2min. 10sec.
G-Force: 3.5
Built by Arrow Dynamics
Designed by Ron Toomer
Here is the problem with the lack of theming...ruclips.net/video/g7YegW09aIA/видео.html
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There used be an illuminated dragon/monster inside the tunnel.
When I first rode it as a kid, that monster scared the heck out of me.
Right?! It popped up out of nowhere!
@@drachenwolf Yep, pretty much.
And I definitely remembered there being a mist/fog element as well. Like dragon smoke.
@@jpmc271 yeah the mist was removed because some nut claimed it had a caustic chemical in it that gave her a rash or something and filed a lawsuit. It was nothing but water like literally every other misting machine in existence but leave it to some greedy turd to ruin a good thing.
I can't even guess how many times I rode this during my decade working in entertainment at BGW. I recall in '91 doing a commercial shoot for the coast in which we (various employees) road it for about an hour straight, pretending like we were having fun after the 15th time and dressed for summer in February. Big Bad Wolf was my favorite at the park, and I part of the opening day stuff with Drachen Fire, but Loch Ness remains a rock solid coaster that I always enjoy seeing again after so many years. And yes, although I do recall the earlier effects, this was the first time I've seen the inside like that during a ride. THANKS!
Thanks for the info. I agree, it is a rock solid coaster that I as well enjoy!
The near misses are nuts bro clearance must be tight.
Right?! You can see on the last column support going out of the tunnel where they actually had to cut part of it out for more clearance.
I don't think I ever rode it when the illuminated monster sign was in there. But I remember the strobe lights and mist. They made the tunnel a really cool experience.
Yeah, I don't know exactly when they removed it, but I believe it was located near the end of the tunnel at the bottom of the cave. I remember it being huge, so it probably was right underneath the part of the helix before you exit. I'm glad you brought that up, I need to put that in the description.
@@drachenwolf I actually am old enough to remember when it was still there. They also piped in roars and growls as well as mist. For the time it was an impressive bit of theming. You used to be able to look down the hill from the station at the helix cave and see that mist rolling out of the cave mouth..
It's too bad some psycho nutbag filed a lawsuit claiming there was a caustic chemical in the mist that had given her a bad skin reaction. She lost the case but it was enough for BG to pull the mist machines to prevent further legal incidents.
@@ashleighelizabeth5916 Agreed. It was only water mist that they used. But now during HowlOScream, they have chemical mist all over the park.
@@drachenwolf It looks to have been both entering and exiting. ruclips.net/video/N7PfHCaW-U0/видео.html This POV has it when entering the helix.
@@alexmauney9705 I thought I replied to this already, but I don't see my comment. OMG, thank you! I forgot about the eyes at the beginning! I only remember the serpent body on the left side of the tunnel and the head at the end. Much appreciated!
I like the tunnel regardless because I always forget it's coming and it gives a great multidimensional quality to a ride that could have relied too heavily on the interlocking loops. The aspects going through the woods and the tunnel, even the second lift, make it a more interesting and longer ride, esp. at certain times of day/night
I think if they ever remake this ride they should do something like they did with verbolten (before most of verbolten's inside themeing was removed)
I expect this.
That first drop is great in the back car. That’s probably what you were thinking about.
Its definitely scarier to see the walls and ceiling so close to you. I have to say though I'm glad they dont have strobes anymore as flashing lights give me wicked headaches, but if they had like a dark blue lighting effect and mist I think that would be really cool, and I deff think they should have kept the serpent.
I rode this a few years back, for the first time. Oddly, since I am about to turn 54 and BG is relatively local to me. There were literally no lines to get on the ride. I imagine the deleted features are related to maintenance and supply costs. At least it is still operating, which is fairly amazing in itself, considering the ride is approaching 45-years-old.
I rode this for the first time in years back in 2021. I distinctly remember as a kid in the 90’s this tunnel having the mist, strobe lights, and a picture of the LochNess Monster on the wall. I just can’t remember where that picture was. Either way, still enjoyed it because I had my son next to me riding it for his first time.
Never been on, but ALWAYS wanted to know what that looked like! ☺️ Thank you for this post!👊🏾🥰🤓
You're most welcome!
They used to have a sea monster lit in lights for the majority of the length of the tunnel many years back. It made the tunnel so much more interesting. I guess it broke and they ripped it out and never replaced or perhaps it was those mesh screens that illuminated much like Disneys nightly water show on the lake which has been going on for about 50 years.
Here is the original theming that was in the tunnel: ruclips.net/video/x9LcwXTEt1c/видео.html
@@drachenwolf That’s it!! I hate when theme parks remove small cool touches or don’t fix small things when they break. Disney had a robot dog beside the conveyor belts as you left Space mountain. The dog used to twitch his ears and the head may have moved slightly. On one visit it no longer worked and it stayed that way for well over 10 years until they changed the exit to just a walkway with carpeted walls which is way less cool.
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Just based on your video description; I reckon that you can't see the interlocking trains anymore due to safety requirements having drastically changed. While not knowing the specifics in this instance based on what I've seen the coaster does not have the required block sections to support this with today's safety requirements. If this is the case then it's a true shame ,cause it would look amazing.
You are correct about the block sections. ElToroRyan does a great job of breaking this down in this video: ruclips.net/video/TvTjKybsnI0/видео.html
AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!🤩
I'm glad that you appreciate it!
lol the music switch to 80's adult films music inside the tunnel
😅
You know what makes me angry is that arrow knew how to make a proper helix yet on every other coaster the helix drops down awkwardly instead of a smooth gradual decline like this. So why the hell did a ride from the 70s get it right yet when they made dragon mountain at marine world the helix has a awkward drop down
I'll have to put that on my bucket list, I've never rode that ride.
The hero no one knew needed
My favorite ride _ever!_ Kudos from Richmond, VA!
Oh p.s. this is exactly what I assumed the inside looked like~
Thank you! Go check out what it looked like before it was eviscerated: ruclips.net/video/x9LcwXTEt1c/видео.html
I like it when they have the strobe lights and sound effects. They need to bring that back.
Me as well!
I feel like if i put my hands up I will lose them both
Me too! The restraints won't allow it though.
Can you please do this but for Backlot Stunt Coaster??
I do plan on going there next year, so I don't see why not.
@@drachenwolf that'd be awesome, I've always wanted to see what the inside of the tunnel looks like. Honestly you could sitiate a lot of coaster enthusiasts appetites by filming povs with bright lights in dark tunnels LOL
@@tchaffman I probably could! And I wouldn't have a problem when it's totally dark. I just wouldn't want to do it anywhere that's properly themed and ruin someone's ride experience. I really only did this one because I know what used to be in there, and point it out to people. It's shame that the theming is gone from it.
When the ride started the dive machine had broken down 😂
I am damn sure this thing used to run faster than this too back in the day.
If I remember correctly, it didn't have trim brakes before the first loop, or they were not as severe. Same goes for when you go through the helix. Yes, i agree that it is slower.
I always thought it was a little more open than that
That's sad they can't put a few lights in there, my grow lights throw out 10,000 lumens per diode and those lights cost 600 a piece
This would be so appreciated at "Thirteen - Alton Towers" :D
I hear ya. It won't be me anytime soon though 😕
Damn did they add trim brakes or something? This thing craaaawls through most of the layout
Dude! Back in the day, I swear there were none before either drop into both loops! It seems that making people feel comfortable is the mantra these days. I don't ride a roller coaster to feel comfortable, I ride them to feel uncomfortable. I guess that aspect of thrill has been lost over comfort.
Its cold and the train is probably relatively empty since the park looks empty. Thats why its crawlingl.
It did back in the mid 90’s I know. But they have improved them over time (I would guess). Those trim brakes were loud as hell if you were at Land of The Dragons, which was right underneath of it.
No mist ?!? "Shame, Shame" - Foo Fighters
Yes, such a shame😔
Is there any footage of how it used to be before the theming and monster were removed?
There is, I think I'll post it.
@@drachenwolf Awesome! :)
WAIT THERE IS TWO LIFTHILLS!?
Yep.
@@drachenwolf i didnt know that 😂
That was very unsettling for some reason. It looked rather creepy and unsafe (I'm not saying it is unsafe, but it sure looked it).
Right?! I know. It looks worse on video then it does with the naked eye, lol.
Gosh, now I get claustrophobic in there lol, especially on the first part of the helic
They were pushing the limits in the late 70's...ruclips.net/user/postUgkxN0RiFoNY_k6L_OXEn1XGHRJb3bLFRZae
@@drachenwolf gosh, I would never back then
It's been that way since it was built, you should be ok.🙂
@@drachenwolf also, sorry if you can see if we like or dislike comments, accidentally disliked yours, did not mean that!
i love this lol
It looks to me that between 2018 and 2019, someone could have taken the trademark!
Which trademark?
@@MR.T_1776 The Loch Ness Monster
It baffles and annoys me that amusement parks think they can get away with broken features/effects on rides, especially Disney, these parks make a ton of money so in my opinion there is no excuse why any effect should ever be broken for more than a week! Get it fixed, ASAP.
I guess they assume that nobody will notice or care, or they think there's an acceptable level of features that can be broken before people complain. Maybe this is more aimed at dark rides, but yeah it just really p's me off! Either way it's just dumbing everything down - if parks could get away with it they'd not bother installing any rollercoasters at all and just give you a motion simulator and/or a VR headset. Or something like the Fast and Furious "ride", but for EVERY attraction!!
I couldn't have said it better. I'm not saying how you would vote either way, but your vote would be appreciated...ruclips.net/user/postUgkx4alqIkIEDNAfzDcnQKba4PqQFzI7G3I3
@@drachenwolf I voted yes!
@@bretton_woods I knew it would be! Thanks for your vote!
Where is the mural!?!?
I haven't seen that since the early 2000's. I don't know exactly when they got rid of it. If someone knows that info, it would be much appreciated.