Pirates of Speelunker Cave - New Strange and Amazing Dark Ride at Six Flags Over Texas

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  • @DustyWingsProductions
    @DustyWingsProductions Рік тому +70

    I am thoroughly glad you had a great day in my park. The Speelunker Cave originally opened in 1964. There wasn't a real storyline with it then... just random scenes of the Spees enjoying different activities like dancing, playing in a harp quintet and riding lobsters. I am in love with the new version like you. The log flume there was the first ever built in 1963 by the Arrow Corp who also built the Mine Train there. I hope you enjoyed your ride on my railroad.... I was your conductor for your trip talking atcha from the back. Come back and see us real soon!

    • @teaymeq
      @teaymeq Рік тому +4

      That ol' guy at the back of the train sure knows how to spiel! He's got talent that goes far beyond Unleashed. 🤠

    • @tenebrae23
      @tenebrae23 Рік тому +5

      This is the park I grew up with. I actually saw the Sid and Marty Krofft puppet show although it was then done by John Hardman. I remember when the Rotoriculous was being built and when it changed to the Roto Disco. And on Hallowe'en, before it was even called Fright Nights, they changed the name to the Rotohorrendous. I remember Cyrus Cosmo, Pink Things and Ooloo Fudge, LaSalle's Riverboat. It's nice to see the Speelunkers again. I have pictures of me and my sister in the eyes of the skull slide on Skull Island. I remember when Casa Magnetica was renamed The Lost Temple of the Chisos for a couple of seasons and then it would sit vacant for a couple. The People Mover Show. That guy came to our school before his residency at SFoT. Heck, I even got to ride Big Bend a few times. The Sensational Sense Machine. Missile Chaser (Scrambler), And I still have an unironed iron on from when the Shock Wave opened. Six Flags was my Imagine Nation.

    • @afwalker1921
      @afwalker1921 Рік тому

      Well, I'm coming to see you!

  • @thehertzman
    @thehertzman Рік тому +8

    Do you remember Mr. Six? The Six Flags mascot who looks like a old man that’s surprisingly energetic and dances to We like to party by the Vegaboys.

  • @ratbones620
    @ratbones620 Рік тому +10

    I really wish Cedar fair and six flags would incorporate more dark rides into their parks. Rollercoasters are fun, but nothing beats the charm and magic of a good dark ride. They’re also a great way to get out of the sun!

  • @rickhenry8760
    @rickhenry8760 Рік тому +2

    Six Flags in Arlington started Lonnnng before 1981... You may want to recheck the dates on that. I remember going to Six Flags Over Texas way back in 1973. The Speelunker Cave was the place to go to when it was triple digits outside and the cool wet misting just before you went into the cold air conditioned cave riding the little boat was (IMO) the best ride in the heat beside the Log Plume ride.

  • @deatonusaf
    @deatonusaf Рік тому +9

    OMG! The Speelunker cave was my fav when I went there as a kid! Glad they’ve brought it back!!!

  • @AbsurdJANGO
    @AbsurdJANGO Рік тому +4

    I like the one person who ballistically screamed the entire time riding the Pirate ride

  • @vincentschmitt7597
    @vincentschmitt7597 Рік тому +7

    Amusement parks at dusk are magical. Sensory overload with the lights, sounds and smells.

  • @thomasackerman5399
    @thomasackerman5399 Рік тому +12

    @3:31 Those straps are called reins. They're attached to other equipment referred to generally as a bridle and is used to direct the horse.

    • @hotpinkjalapenos
      @hotpinkjalapenos Рік тому

      Lol a leash for a horse.

    • @afwalker1921
      @afwalker1921 Рік тому

      Oh, they direct the horse? Someone please tell Sterling!

    • @graymoreghost
      @graymoreghost Рік тому

      I think the majority of us know this already, but thanks anyhow

  • @lesliegriffith9830
    @lesliegriffith9830 Рік тому +3

    My family went there back in 1964 when I was 8 years old. Lots of fun.thanks for the memories.

  • @jmiller5032
    @jmiller5032 Рік тому +1

    Six Flags Over Texas actually had their grand opening in August of 1961.

  • @Cynthia.B_87
    @Cynthia.B_87 Рік тому +12

    That's one of the best dark rides I've seen. Disney worthy but better cuz it's more classic

    • @KnottsBear-yTalesPreserved
      @KnottsBear-yTalesPreserved Рік тому +1

      Sometimes, the best dark rides are the ones not at Disney. This, Monsters, and the original Knott's Bear-y Tales among others are proof that even the non-Disney dark rides are the best.

    • @joep_films
      @joep_films Рік тому

      Bro in no way is this Disney worthy. 💀

  • @MikeWeiner
    @MikeWeiner Рік тому +2

    Nothing makes a Monday better than hearing "Hey...you...all...". :)

    • @maryblaufuss7533
      @maryblaufuss7533 Рік тому +1

      And Jacob referring to his fans as "my friends" during the outro is so sweet! Also speaking as if we are right there: "our chariot awaits," etc. It reminds me of Mr. Rogers's approach on his show all those years ago.

  • @gordonwchas
    @gordonwchas Рік тому +7

    Growing up I rode that mine train countless times. It used to have lights and music and sounds in the buildings when you went through. The guns from the Gunslinger are originally from a similar ride in Astroworld in Houston also called the Gunslinger.

  • @rae5259
    @rae5259 Рік тому +2

    Omg, you were here in Dallas! This is the park I grew up going to all the time. Love seeing all the new stuff as well as the classics that are still around.

  • @malloryjordan6764
    @malloryjordan6764 Рік тому +10

    THE SPEELUNKERS ARE BACK! I loved learning about the original defunct ride!!! I love weird concept dark rides!!!

  • @mikehughes4969
    @mikehughes4969 Рік тому +10

    The spelunkers were awesome, no doubt about it, but the highlight for me was probably the Casa Magnetica boys. You could tell just how much fun they were having. We should all be that lucky.

  • @linkedLisa
    @linkedLisa Рік тому +3

    What a Great time I had with you at 6Flags Texas, and thrilled to see you recognized. Onward to the next adventure. As a side note I hope Jenny Penny is OK, been missing her

  • @TheTurkaderr
    @TheTurkaderr Рік тому +9

    Glad you enjoyed my home park, it's not really my fave since they have removed so many of my fave rides over the years, especially many of the rides the whole family can ride. Having said that, I was one of the last groups to see the original Speelunker cave before they closed it forever and turned it into that ridiculous Looney Toons ride, which wasn't all that bad it just wasn't all that interesting either. So when I heard the building had been destroyed in a storm, I was still pretty sad though because I'm a dark ride fanatic and I knew Six Flags would probably stick a thrill ride in it's place. So a week ago, when I heard they had brought back the Speelunker cave, I've been chomping at the bit to make the three hour drive from Shreveport to see it, to see if it's as fun as I remembered. I have pics from the one time I got to ride it as a kid the year it closed. Cannot wait to see it for myself!!

  • @betelman
    @betelman Рік тому +7

    Nice to see the Speelunkers back. I have only been to Six Flags Over Texas a few times, so long ago that i rode the original ride as a 4 year old( scared the hell outta me so i only rode it once). I also remember back then that they had a stagecoach ride featuring ghost town skeletons (similar to Boneville at Cedar Point)

    • @hotpinkjalapenos
      @hotpinkjalapenos Рік тому +1

      Maybe you were that little kid screaming their brains out in front of us. Lol

    • @suemoo22
      @suemoo22 Рік тому

      I’m here late. The thing in horses’ mouth is a bit.

  • @bd00814
    @bd00814 Рік тому

    Really nice addition to the dark ride attractions Like you I just love theming and dark rides in general. Thank you for taking me along.

  • @ralaun2000
    @ralaun2000 Рік тому +3

    The “Speelunker” dark ride is already broken; the giant clam didn’t open. They also look like Zaat.

  • @jmorgan5252
    @jmorgan5252 Рік тому +2

    I really enjoy the Carousel The leather straps are called reins used to control a horse. Thank you for the informative video Jacob

  • @jamesmb444
    @jamesmb444 Рік тому +1

    Casa Magnetica brought back memories of the now defunct Opryland in Nashville, and the Angle Inn. It was a similar concept, only it had talking portraits instead of actors.
    If you rode Kong in Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, you were riding a rebuilt coaster from Opryland called The Hangman

  • @debraharrison6170
    @debraharrison6170 Рік тому

    Thx for bringing back memories Jacob! I haven’t been to Six Flags Over Texas since I was 12. Now 55, I remember the Speelunkers original version being like Disneylands Small World. ❤

  • @HankHill1992
    @HankHill1992 Рік тому +2

    Jacob is really out here with the most jacked calf muscles, that sleeper build don't play. Don't mess with the carpetbagger! 💪

    • @suemoo22
      @suemoo22 Рік тому

      I know, I always notice his calf muscles!

  • @shadee9273
    @shadee9273 Рік тому +4

    Thanks for this video. A lot of childhood memories from the late 70s and 80s brought back!! Definitely remember those rides! 🎢🎠🎡🚂🚡🗼🏴‍☠️🎇🎆

  • @lissachocolate
    @lissachocolate Рік тому +1

    Glad to see the addition of attractions other than thrill rides! Excellent framing of the fireworks by the fountain and out in the parking lot!

  • @lancerobinson8889
    @lancerobinson8889 Рік тому

    Jacob you are a hard guy to keep up with. You produce so much content. Thanks 😊

  • @JWjalone
    @JWjalone Рік тому +1

    Summer time fun, for sure! Your still doing a magnificent job!! 👍🏼 oh and hope you and Jenn are still together!!

  • @silverghostcat1924
    @silverghostcat1924 Рік тому +2

    Loved riding the Spelunker Cave back in the early 70's. It was a great way to cool off from the summer heat. Also used ride the Log Flume just to get wet and cool down. Didn't take long to dry 🥵😸

  • @marymarks6702
    @marymarks6702 Рік тому

    The cave ride was one of my favorites rides there.
    I grew up by six flags over Texas. Spent most of my summers there. Thank you f or the update

  • @janicewright6375
    @janicewright6375 Рік тому +1

    That first Speelunker coming up out of that box looked like Greedo from Star Wars!

  • @VJazzman701
    @VJazzman701 Рік тому

    There used to be a Speelunker that rode an Armadillo. I remember that from my childhood! Thank you Jacob for the memories!!

  • @bayfox1235
    @bayfox1235 Рік тому

    Looked like so much fun carpetbagger your awesome always a thrill to watch you 😊

  • @justjasonbeardenjokes
    @justjasonbeardenjokes Рік тому +2

    I love dark rides, my favorite thing about any amusement park!

  • @afwalker1921
    @afwalker1921 Рік тому

    What? How did I miss this? I still dream about the original ride! I'm sixty years old, and I'm sure I haven't been in the park for thirty years... I must go back!!!

  • @roddmatsui3554
    @roddmatsui3554 Рік тому

    Where the original Spee Lunker Cave Ride was! I have read about this, seen many videos. Thanks for documenting this new incarnation of the ride! 💜👻

  • @ashleybreckheimer1387
    @ashleybreckheimer1387 Рік тому +1

    That pirate ride was AMAZING 👏

  • @deniseboldea1624
    @deniseboldea1624 Рік тому

    Loved the Casa Magnetica, it's a nice twist on the classic Mystery Hill motif.

  • @uncanny_ally
    @uncanny_ally Рік тому

    I just loved the Pirates attraction transformation a la ET from Uni. Dark to start, then suddenly Small World, then POTC...

  • @paulbeale5812
    @paulbeale5812 Рік тому +3

    Unless I am mistaken there is also a shooting dark ride there. Six Flags is not known for dark rides but the Texas park is doing things right with a good variety of rides.

  • @CoreniaBug
    @CoreniaBug Рік тому

    The clown in the beginning was scary funny I saw the squid hats lol, I need one of those for sure Good to see another video of yours again Carpetbagger

  • @alliekuma4234
    @alliekuma4234 Рік тому +1

    Loved all the colors in the new dark ride ❤

  • @jockandtrusty
    @jockandtrusty Рік тому +2

    How's Jenn doing? Have I missed an update? Just haven't seen her, or hear you talk about her. ❤

  • @Themeparkhero
    @Themeparkhero Рік тому +2

    I think I am gonna say it... that looks better and more enjoyable then pirates of the Caribbean. It just does. Its a better smaller ride vehicle, More variety and more stuff happening per sq foot. Its fantastic.

    • @gissneric
      @gissneric Рік тому +2

      It better be better cause if it's not better than a decades old ride like Pirates then they failed.

    • @marcusblackwell2372
      @marcusblackwell2372 Рік тому

      ​@@gissnericBoth are decades old actually. In fact, both were finished and opened in the same decade, though Pirates opened... Five years before Spee-lunker Cave I think

    • @Themeparkhero
      @Themeparkhero Рік тому

      @@gissneric I will also say POTC, is not decades old. It has had many redesigns and add ons and changes. At least 3 that I can remember in my lifetime (that isn't counting refurbs). They just made it more dumb and less fun every time instead of adding new imagination to it.

    • @gissneric
      @gissneric Рік тому

      @@Themeparkhero It doesn't take away the essence of the ride at least for me especially with the addition of Johnny Depp's character. How is it less fun?

  • @Thecorgially
    @Thecorgially Рік тому +1

    Love the carousel and the pirate dark ride.

  • @denisedarnell1641
    @denisedarnell1641 Рік тому +1

    Loved seeing this as i am sure I will never see anything in Texas .. living in Michigan we seldom go so far away . Florida at best. We shall see...glas u liked the dark ride so much ..seeing u enjoy it 3x was nice ..have a safe journey to your next adventure Jacob

  • @bodymanflan
    @bodymanflan Рік тому +1

    Mac and me! Id been thinking that as soon as you showed them but couldnt remember the name. The Mac and me family would love the metal straws these days.

    • @waterhorse5199
      @waterhorse5199 Рік тому +1

      My mom took me to see that when I was a kid. We nearly got kicked out because we were hysterically laughing through the whole thing. 😂

  • @KappaCow
    @KappaCow Рік тому

    I'm so glad amusement parks are still alive and well... I just know the time is near when they will no longer be profitable enough to stay afloat. Love to see the shows still being put on along with the people dressing in costumes.

    • @graymoreghost
      @graymoreghost Рік тому

      I don't see that happening anytime soon

  • @toddgleaton9
    @toddgleaton9 Рік тому

    Great content! We love our Six Flags Over Texas!

  • @vanalystine6348
    @vanalystine6348 Рік тому +1

    So glad Six Flags is upping their game by adding dark rides and actually decorating their queues. I hope they continue, Over Texas really could be a really great park with some more investment.
    I heard they added smells to it just like the Pirate ride at Disney. Is that true?

  • @michelleseager9782
    @michelleseager9782 8 місяців тому

    Loved the Speelunker in the mid 80’s. Rode it many times! Did it have the little gust of cool air? We always rode it, when we got too hot. They just redressed the little guys! I totally loved this!

  • @waterhorse5199
    @waterhorse5199 Рік тому

    “Who knew a sombrero could be so terrifying?” 😂

  • @michaeltaylor1603
    @michaeltaylor1603 Рік тому

    Glad you enjoyed one of my favorite parks! The ride has flooded at least twice now. I thought after Yosemite flooded they would have learned lesson.They should have sold Spee plush dolls. Six flags make some $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$. Train ride is great! Park has that old charming feel to it!

  • @jenniferwebb677
    @jenniferwebb677 Рік тому

    Looks like fun cheers!😊 Luv all the looney tune characters and all the fun people in the park.😊

  • @paigemiller2013
    @paigemiller2013 Рік тому +1

    Hi carpetbagger I am a big fan of your channel the rope coming out of the horses on a merry go round is a bit and reigns they are used to keep control of the horse or direct them to where you want to go.

  • @unicorn063
    @unicorn063 Рік тому

    Thanks for taking me to Sixflags I enjoyed that😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤

  • @juanzapata492
    @juanzapata492 Рік тому +2

    What a magnificent theme park 😊

  • @rbfloat
    @rbfloat Рік тому

    I haven't seen a walk around Bugs in ages! It's also refreshing to see original dark rides. I don't mind dark rides based on established properties but the original ones hit differently.

  • @jeenkzk5919
    @jeenkzk5919 Рік тому +4

    Good to see you visited our original park again! The reason for the different theming and the name six flags is because each section was intended to represent the six flags that have flown over Texas. Spain, Mexico, Republic of Texas, United States, France, and the confederacy. I’m glad to see that they brought the gun fight back. They did away with it for a while because the Six Flags park did not want to “ portray violence“. The problem is that that has been a staple for that part for the longest time.

  • @Lampebruder
    @Lampebruder Рік тому +1

    That Clowny was smart to go through his character lines because he could’ve been fired if any of the corporate people seen it

  • @mcwatersd
    @mcwatersd Рік тому

    I wonder if your pass would be honored at Six Flags in Montreal called La Ronde . That Dark ride was awesome . Keep Safe ❤Keep Well❤

  • @caroleroseburgh1344
    @caroleroseburgh1344 Рік тому +1

    Good Afternoon Jacob 🙋🏽.

  • @mariasbuggy
    @mariasbuggy Рік тому +9

    Oh my god! I was there with you! I didn’t go up to you because I was so shy but it was such an honor to be there while you were there. I was behind you while you were recording yourself during the fireworks, I’m the one with the blue shirt sitting with my mom (pink shirt) 🫶🏻😭

    • @MikeWeiner
      @MikeWeiner Рік тому +2

      You are now the envy of us all who would LOVE to run in to Jacob at such a fun place!!! Lucky you!!!

    • @maryblaufuss7533
      @maryblaufuss7533 Рік тому +1

      Meeting Jacob and Jen is on my bucket list!

  • @unicorn063
    @unicorn063 Рік тому

    Love the pirat cave so fun spelunkers ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @gilbertgranby9339
    @gilbertgranby9339 Рік тому

    The Gurnee IL location was a Marriott's Great America in the Late 70s, Early 80s. I went with my family to see The Village People while we were there enjoying the day. 😎✌️

  • @darkridearts
    @darkridearts Рік тому

    I love original dark rides like this

  • @IATSE52
    @IATSE52 Рік тому

    Your channel is awesome.
    The joke on the tombstone is Mike Po-ston which rymes with roas-ton

  • @ElyseExplosion
    @ElyseExplosion Рік тому

    I love the Speelunkers, they're so cute!!!

  • @judybackes8164
    @judybackes8164 Рік тому

    Hi Jacob👋 Love this park 6 flags! How 'bout 6 in Colorado! and Casa Magnetico a hidden message to where you might be next?😉Great video! Great entertainment this summer! Thank you😀 Rein in your horse 😂😂

  • @matthewfarmer2520
    @matthewfarmer2520 Рік тому

    Good morning 🌅 Jacob 😊 so your in Texas 🤠 have fun stay safe 🤓 thanks for sharing my friend.

  • @ChapLagoon417
    @ChapLagoon417 Рік тому +1

    You should head out to the Dells again, the new Ripleys just opened at the old Wizard Quest last weekend. It's interesting because it combines the exhibits with Wizard Quests scavenger hunt. I really liked it.

  • @Doktor_Calamari
    @Doktor_Calamari Рік тому +2

    Small correction: Six Flags Over Texas opened in nineteen SIXTY-one. I was puzzled, 'cause I remembered going to SIx Flags Over Mid-America when I was but a wee lad, long before 1981!

  • @TheTurkaderr
    @TheTurkaderr Рік тому +1

    As many times as I've been to SFOT, I've never gone inside any of the saloons or western buildings in the Texas section.

  • @mattholland3081
    @mattholland3081 Рік тому +1

    If Greedo and MAC had a baby, it would look just like a Speelunker

  • @lauriehoule9889
    @lauriehoule9889 Рік тому

    The dark ride was awesome, so much to look at but the screaming kids(nothing to scream about 🤷‍♀️) were distracting me! I can’t get enough of a good dark ride, ty!

  • @GuruChaz
    @GuruChaz Рік тому +2

    SFOT opened in the 1960s...believe it or not. Casa Magnetica was an opening attraction. However, the story wasn't as kooky. It was weird but well put together. Not sure what those guys were doing or who choreographed that. Yeesh. Six Flags Fiesta Texas created a unique pirate dark ride before new Speelunker one was released. It used to be a Scooby Doo dark ride.

  • @mariehendrick7173
    @mariehendrick7173 Рік тому

    Wow great place..!!!!! really great rides.XX

  • @brendakrieger7000
    @brendakrieger7000 Рік тому

    Great Adventure was my childhood🎠🎡🎢

  • @vincentschmitt7597
    @vincentschmitt7597 Рік тому +1

    The speelunkers look like the sea monkeys from old comic book ads to me.

  • @kevinfestner6126
    @kevinfestner6126 Рік тому +1

    The Speelunker is something akin to H.G. Wells's posthuman Elois - strangely comical creatures who coast on the fumes of a distant past that once bequeathed to them their present wealth and leisure, defending what they enjoy. A very excellent dark ride.

  • @afwalker1921
    @afwalker1921 Рік тому

    Notice that during the gunfight, the guns are not actually pointed at anyone. This makes me happy!

  • @nathanbrownmolotov8697
    @nathanbrownmolotov8697 Рік тому +1

    I think the Speelunkers look like Q-Bert.

  • @Soundofsilence-j4d
    @Soundofsilence-j4d Рік тому

    THANKS JACOP TO SEE BOTH SIDES❤❤

  • @unicorn063
    @unicorn063 Рік тому

    Omg love this crooked house

  • @allensherrill850
    @allensherrill850 Рік тому

    That’s a lot of Spee-Lunksrs!

  • @waterhorse5199
    @waterhorse5199 Рік тому +1

    I just wish Six Flags hadn’t become so expensive. 🙁 Tickets have more than tripled since I was a teenager.

    • @maryblaufuss7533
      @maryblaufuss7533 Рік тому

      IKR? I don't go to SF Darien Lake anymore. It's a shameless money grab. They charge an exorbitant amount of money to park in a gravel lot full of potholes, so yeah, that's strike one right there.

  • @suemoo22
    @suemoo22 Рік тому

    What a cool clown at the beginning of the video!

  • @jeremyg5907
    @jeremyg5907 Рік тому

    Thats my home park. You missed the wishing well on the way out of casa magnectica. It yells back in your voice. Not an echo. It has a loud speaker in it. At least it used to.

  • @terrywolfe9270
    @terrywolfe9270 Рік тому

    Glad your visiting but SFOT originally opened in August of 1961 not 1981

  • @lauriemathon7074
    @lauriemathon7074 Рік тому

    Loved the dark rides❤

  • @mikethrash3544
    @mikethrash3544 Рік тому +5

    I am not sure but I think the tombstones were talking about former employees of the park.
    for example Mike Poston may have been their heating and air tech. He kept them from freezing and roasting. Just a guess on my part.

  • @robertyoung7962
    @robertyoung7962 Рік тому

    Great video jacob welcome back too texas🤘🤓🤘🇺🇸

  • @Savagemister
    @Savagemister Рік тому

    The sea monster, i call a Spee monster and that one section, i like to call Spee-ster Island.

  • @dawnbenchley7237
    @dawnbenchley7237 Рік тому

    Awesome video, Jacob

  • @Reinlegen
    @Reinlegen Рік тому

    You are thinking of reins! Horses wear bridles with bits in their mouth, which the reins are attached to, to help you control the horse.

  • @OldMovieRob
    @OldMovieRob Рік тому +2

    What an awesome dark ride! Sort of like Pirates of the Caribbean meets Mac N Me with a bit of Kennywood Park Old Mill too.

  • @RandiRain
    @RandiRain Рік тому +4

    I remember the original Casa Magnetica and the original Cave ride. I'm happy they're back, but the originals were better. For one, Casa Magnetica doesn't have the water flowing uphill anymore. There used to be a lot more to it, and there wasn't a lame video at the beginning. As for the cave, it was awesome!!! It was a blacklight dark ride. Everything glowed. The unofficial history of the Spees, which is what they are called, Spees, is they are aliens. They crashed and couldn't handle the Texas heat, so they went underground. The part where you go up the lift. That's where the pump is. The reason you go up and over, is because that's where the pump is moving the water. There's also a big reservoir of water to your left there too.

  • @Savagemister
    @Savagemister Рік тому

    The fella on the train yelling at you is Marshall.

  • @mscheuring70
    @mscheuring70 Рік тому

    I love your shirt!