THIS GRAND OPENING SHOCKED ME! VelociCoaster Opening Madness! Running, Long Lines & Crazy Wait Times
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- Опубліковано 16 вер 2024
- VelociCoaster is officially OPEN!! We were there bright and early on opening day to experience the rush of what was supposed to be a spectacular grand opening event for the VelociCoaster! Follow along as we wake up early, wait in long lines and share our thoughts on how this opening day compared to the opening of Hargrids Magical Creatures Motor Bike Adventure!
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Cool, Adrian!! That's great. Loving how your channel is growing.
Raptor! Love it
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Everyone's running!!
*Dr.Grant:* "They do move in herds..."
HA! 😂
Haha! Awesome comment!
man, I agree with you so much. There is a diference between being excited for a ride/opening, but some people loose their minds, running like crazy for 10 meters. If people start taking things easy, instead of always "I am first before you".. I guarantee a better world. love you man!!! great vids
“The ride has payed off with a lot of soft openings.” If only Disney would learn from this.
If only universal would learn from Disney and give boarding passes so you don’t wait 12 hours for a new ride and waste your entire day.
@@hazelbell6984 it was 5 hours max and sustained 60-75 min the rest of the day.
@@hazelbell6984 ..but only for those with really fast phones that can get in the boarding pass in the first 5 seconds (literally)
My friends and I went on June 3 and got on the ride within 20 minutes using the single rider lines.
@@ThrillRidez every video I’ve seen showed 5 hours all day
*Raptor* I don't know why, but I teared up seeing the ride. I grew up in Universal with my siblings, going almost every year with my dad. I can't wait to take my kids again and see my son's eyes light up with joy all over again.
Oh man! I’m glad I’m not the only one. I felt a little emotional when everyone started clapping at the end. I’ve been coming to Universal/Islands of Adventure since I was 5 (now going on 26 🥳) and I cannot wait until I can bring my kids to the parks 🥹
Velocicoaster had the shortest waits for an opening day ride that Dudley Do-Right and Kong had longer waits then Velocicoaster's opening day
Bc Kong breaks down
Shortest wait?! LoL i was there 6/10, definitely not anything but long AF
@@stephenandrew2686 2 hours isn’t long…hagrids had ten hour waits
@@stephenandrew2686 It was an hour and a half wait for me
I imagine this is what the opening has been like for every Harry Potter ride. One funny thing is that Cedar Point opened a new ride this year and I went on opening day to a 1 hour line. That shows that the Universal rides are way more hyped up.
Well of course it is because Universal is more popular. I don't know why people still do this 😂. Can we stop comparing internationally famous theme parks to regional amusement parks? That's like comparing Disney World to Six Flags Over Georgia.
Also the wait for Steel Vengeance was insane on opening day back in 2017
Cedar Point only opened Snake River Expendition this year. It's basically a cheaper version of Disney's Jungle Cruise- it's not a roller coaster or even worth the wait for that matter. If it was then I'm sure it would've had higher wait times like Top Thrill Dragster, Valrvan, and Steel Vengeance did when they each opened.
No one cares for non coasters rides at cedar point lmao stop dude
Raptor! when a guy wears Crocs that he hates so much, that's proof of a real honest guy to keep his promise. Love this about you!
My kids and I were there, I actually spotted my daughters in this video...what a great surprise🤣 we were in line for about 45 mins when they said it would be 240 min wait, then they opened single riders and boom we were on in less then 30. INSANE ride, one of the best around. Definitely worth the wait in line. This is a must to ride when in the park🤩
I'm so happy that I got to ride this during the technical rehearsals a few weeks ago. Definitely worth it if you are willing to wait
My son and I rode this 12 times over 3 days last week of May. It was incredible.
Raptor! I am afraid of heights but I am determined to ride the Velocicoaster when we go to Universal this fall. Thanks for all of the great videos!!
I just rode this yesterday! I waited the whole 3 hour line! It was so much fun :)
Oh hey look! MY PHOTO!!!! :D And just for clarification, we were at the Margaritaville gate in this photo. 😀
Raptor! Really enjoy your videos! What an awesome ride! My Fiancé and I visited Universal the Friday before Memorial Day weekend and got a chance to ride VelociCoaster! We were excited that they had a soft opening for it. We only waited about 45-50 min. Couldn’t have asked for a better first experience on this attraction. Well done Universal!! Can’t wait to go back.
Going in september after 7 years without. 😱 So excited for velocicoaster
R u staying at a universal hotel that offers the boat ride to the park?
i haven't been since 2009 and also really love Disney world and last time I went was in 1998. want go back but if ever got funds I seriously would spend a week at universal first thing and wait forever for Disney if possible.i i want to do harry potter areas and of course velocicoaster. i wonder if they have any plushies of Blue
Us too in September... I hope the crowds at the park are way slower...sad to say their is no express pass for this ride or Hagrids
@ThemeParkExpress yesterday was my Harry Potter 19th birthday it was a lot of fun had Harry Potter themed cupcakes, themed balloons from Party City and Dollar Tree. I didn't make butterbeer didn't had time to take it.
That sounds like super fun birthday!
Happy late Birthday!!
@@ThemeParkExpress Thank you!
@@hamiltoncrockett1288 Thank you I did not go to Universal yesterday on my birthday because I was having a birthday party at a roller rink and all my girlfriends I hang out with and skate with came to hang out with me. I've been on the VelociCoaster twice already during technical rehearsals didn't have to wait in a long line because I have my disability pass etc and going back on the VelociCoaster in two weeks for the third time and it will be my boyfriends' first time riding it and his entire family we are excited to go on and I never been to Universal with my boyfriend so this will be the first time and my boyfriend will be doing something for me to celebrate my birthday with me.
@@Victoria-mg4xt the skating rink sounds awsome! I hope you and your boyfriend have a fabulous time at Universal!😊
"There flocking this way!" Raptor
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Hagrid's is such a nightmare coaster to operate... sadly, I don't see it living the 10 year mark. I can't WAIT to get on the Velocicoaster though!!!! It's a true, honest to god intimin blast inversion coaster with ridiculously incredible theming!!! that's how you build a coaster.
as for the super fast wait time... I've been hearing reports that the coaster is a good 8/10 (and even 9/10) on the intensity meter. I'm sure that a lot of children and casual coaster riders were scared away from a repeat ride, and thus choosing to not line up again. in addition to running 4 trains at a time, this is PERFECT for hardcore coaster riders!!! I really am jealous that I have to wait till like August to ride this...
Been waiting for this video for a long time and I am so happy to see it!!!! Universal needs to invite you to media events you've really put out great content for them !! And I know your content is honest which means they can trust your opinions and should value them!
Raptor!
This is such a beautiful thing to see so many people excited and happy that brings people together. It makes my heart happy. I'm jealous I couldn't go to this opening, but I will be there for every one after this.
Was so happy we were able to ride this a month ago when I took my wife there on mother's day weekend . Only waited about and 60 minutes ,Pretty intense ride. If u can count how many raptors statues you see during your ride ,good luck counting lol
Rode this 4 times in may with my son and mom. It’s fast as ****! They had chances to ride b/c they were “testing it out”
Loved the video! Can’t wait to ride Velocicoaster on my upcoming trip this September! Me and my family (big family of 13) are coming all the way from Puerto Rico ❤️. Love your channel. Raptor! ❤️
Nice to meet you quickly after we all got through security. Hope to meet you again! I’m always at the park. RAPTOR!
Love kodas antics. Ill behaved kids are the worst! Lol. Raptor. Really like your videos. Hope to see you in a few years when I get over there.
Just discovered your channel a few weeks ago. Always a good show. Enjoy the episodes. Raptor.
That’s me (1:13) in the green resting my back on the fence, I was there at 1am to claim that spot, its the Margaritaville security entrance
Omg!! I saw you a few times that day!! Glad you guys had fun :)
No ride in the world is worth a 240 minute wait lol. Great video guys 😊👍
LMFAOOOOO, I WAITED 6 HOURS FOR A 3MINUTE RIDE. You just suck
@@sorel6619 Aren´t you a ray of sunshine :)
RAPTOR! Thank you for sharing your wonderful day with us!!! Very enjoyable!
I love Koda I am like her thinking I would rather be back at the hotel eating breakfast and taking a nap lol
I’m glad it was a such a smooth process because I went for the opening of transformer 3D and we waited all day to get on in 98 degree heat because it kept breaking down!
why is everyone rushing to get onto the ride if it had a soft opening? everyone could have ridden the ride earlier than opening day, so why is there such a big crowd today? other than celebrity appearances i don’t get it. /g
Glad you enjoyed your day. My heart goes out to the parents you were with on the train, I'm sure they were mortified. I have two "active" boys and Feel their pain.
Raptor.
Raptor! Thanks for all the awesome videos you post! 😊
Holy cow!! Bless you for documenting this crazy fun!
Raptor:: glad to see Koda wearing her mask, cause we know everyone in that park is vacationed.
Hmm, that is the same time I woke up that day. missed seeing you in line, I was by Today.
this opening almost reminded me of the actual Jurassic World opening from the movie lol
Raptor! I just recently discovered your channel and have been enjoying your videos with my children watching with me. Awesome videos! Thank you!
Raptor. I can not wait until I’m finally able to get back to Orlando to ride it!!
I’m so happy for have covered this roller coaster for awhile because I’m getting married on June 12th so for me tomorrow and we are coming there for our honeymoon. All the information you have given has been extremely valuable and is greatly appreciated.
Great job Adrian and Koda! Showed hubby and it convinced him to make another trip to the parks. It might be next year, but hopefully soone!
Not to be a negative Nelly here but were you really SHOCKED that the grand opening of one of the most anticipated coasters after a pandemic had long lines? Do ya not remember the 6 hour waits when Hagrid opened?
I’m not sure if you watched the whole video but I say multiple times how I’m surprised or “shocked” at how well the opening was handled
Raptor. Watching your videos from Rio de Janeiro- Brazil !!!
That baby raptor was the cutest!
think this is crazy !!! wait till the Tron Ride !!!
Can you imagine how crowded Epcot will be when Guardians opens😳
@@Mostdefinitelynotabot wayyyy too crowded
I managed to ride it 9 times in three days during my trip to Universal and got back row! It was amazing 😌
Raptor! Great video!
First off, you did that without morning coffee?? 🤪
Second, no Express Pass for it, right?
I’m so excited to ride it in a month!
A friend and I planned to go to universal on the 9th and 10th before we knew about the grand opening. I'm so glad we rode most of the rides we planned to on the 9th. The coaster looks fun but I'm too scared to ride it.
wow im in shock. The lines before the opening were only about 1 hour and rarely even more than that
Raptor! Awesome opening day video. Love how you said we're just walking in a slow orderly manner...
Wow that’s ridiculous. Yeah I’m happy to wait and go in October
Raptor! Raptor! a very long story could be told to connect that to MmmBop. But I just love saying Raptor, Raptor. Plus Vince Carter!
Raptor and glad you were able to get some freebies. You deserve them for all the vids you put out for us.
I came a few weeks ago and went on the soft opening, best ride I’ve ever been on, granted I haven’t been to many parks. I’m very glad my family went when we did, I would not be waiting in that line, at that time lol.
Wow 4.30 am 😳 we are watching and following along from the uk and living through your videos. Opening day was amazing and free churros too .
I was so excited to see you in line! It was a great day!
Wow! You guys are awesome for doing this! Glad you had fun! Raptor!
Raptor! Fantastic video, Adrian! Can't wait to ride the coaster. I got especially excited and felt the warm fuzzies when that one family said they were a big fan of yours. :) Go Theme Park Express!
Bro I saw you at the grand opening!!! Wasn’t able to say hi but it was cool to see you!!!
Raptor! New subscriber here! We went last week and I rode the Velocicoaster! It was a crazy ride! My lucky 12 year old son rode it twice! with me and then with his dad 😊 we love the child swap, and we miss universal studios already!
Great video. Universal got a hit
With Velocicoaster and how fast is uploading people minimizing wait times. And RAPTOR
My dad and I went on it the other day. I absolutely loved it! It was still during the soft opening window (this was the 9th or 8th) and it was great!
Raptor!!! Thanks for another awesome video!! Love your velocicoaster POV!! Such a fun day!! And congrats on scoring the free give away :D
I am glad you got swag. You do a lot of hard work.
I was so excited to ride this during rehearsal runs! I absolutely loved this video since I couldn’t be there. I will be there again next month to take my dad on it!
A day in the life of a vlogger
And what a day, good rides, good food and free stuff👍
Good luck to all patreons for the t-shirt draw
I got to ride Velocioaster a few days prior and the line was only 40 minutes. Thank goodness my family didn't go after June 10.
I absolutely love your videos I’m new to this channel I absolutely love it 🥰
I was wearing your Churro Coaster tank top the first time I met RixFlix before getting chased by RAPTORS this month. Lots of compliments on the shirt, thanks for the videos.
Ayyeee thanks for buying the merch! I’m glad people liked it!
Great video, thank you, I will be visiting Universal Orlando this December, looking forward to this, take care.
Wow! What a Great video! Thanks for the Amazing POV. You guys Rock! Raptor 💚
You are so fun to watch!!! I love you excitement. I hope you’re at the park when my family is there next month 😊
We are coming on December 4th for the Meetup! Hope to see you guys there! Great video!! Raptor!😀
I rode Velocicoaster two weeks ago. A lot of us already experienced the ride. It pretty much seemed to be already open for days. Not shocked at this grand opening at all.
I’m still apprehensive about this ride !!
This ride opened before June 10th and was functioning before that date, I went on it several times before the supposed “opening”
This was three of my grandson’s FIRST ever roller coaster ride - May 23, 2021. One grandson kept screaming “Help Me!” 😱
Raptor! Your videos are awesome! Always watch them before anything else on youtube lol
i got my picture next to the "opening june 10th" sign on june 8th (the day i rode it) which is cool because that sign will never be there again
What a great day! I missed the soft opening by a few days when I was there the last week of April. Hope to go back soon.
I’m going there today! Thanks for the preview 😀
Rocking the crocs!!!!!!
Come on man! You'd think after how bad it was during the opening of Hagrids Ride that it would prepare you for what's to come.
Am I the only one that feels kinda bad for some of the workers? I’m so glad you guys are respectful, because some of these people are ridiculous. I understand the hype of wanting to ride on opening day, but I wish some of these people were more respectful towards the cast members and the rules :(
We even saw other vloggers running to try and get around people to get in first! It was nuts!
@@ThemeParkExpress that’s literally insane! I’m grateful you guys are so respectful and remain calm even with all the craziness 😂 love your channel so much (and also raptor!!) ❤️
I was in line for 85 minutes before I got to ride and it was worth it 😊
Congrats to Intamin for creating a fairly reliable ride too 🤣
As Dr Iain Malcolm said “If the Pirates of the Caribbean breaks down, the pirates don’t eat the tourists!”
Let’s just hope the ride doesn’t break down at any point…could get messy!
Raptor!
Is that Alicia Stella? An low key unanticipated collab w/two of my favorite vloggers.
You have a taste for Crocs now! Lol
EDIT: I also saw Kool K's Adventures!
My niece saw you in line!!! I am sad that I missed you!! She got there way earlier than me! Lol
Raptor!
I'm so glad you both had such an amazing time at the grand opening. Super jealous of the bag of goodies; I really want that backpack! Is that something they sell (or the poster?) or was it just for that giveaway?
I rode it this summer and loved it definitely ride
Super video, Adrian and Koda. Love the gear you got, especially the Jurassic World baseball cap! RAPTOR! 😁
Awesome video, thanks!!
This ride looks so much fun, I can't wait to go
RAPTOR! Thanks for all of your Velocicoaster coverage!