POV of both sides of Space Mountain (lights on)

Very rare opportunity to ride Space Mountain in Florida with the lights on. Shot during the American Coaster Enthusiasts National Convention in 2006.

[@mcpandawaffle]

it looks boring but its SO much fun riding it in the dark. One of my favorite coasters

[@FuzzybunnyTheOwl]

Ikr?

[@Ali_Pooh]

I rode it for the first time last week. It’s sooooo much fun in the dark. You have absolutely no idea which way you’re going to go next!

[@phoenixshade3]

I have always said that Space Mountain is basically a carnival coaster anchored inside a reinforced concrete building. But yeah, the darkness just adds so much. Plus it's amazing that they managed to cram TWO 3,200 foot (975 m) coasters into such a small space. Also remarkable is the sheer number of trains running at any given time -- each track typically runs 13 simultaneously. Came here to replicate this in RCT2 and am not disappointed.

[@sharsharsmommy08]

Now what do you mean it looks boring? It can help you see the roller coaster tracks, in case you wanna see what's going on with this ride.😐

[@bryantoliveira2813]

The rockets only go 28 MPH, still, will always be one of my all time favorites.

[@auggiewhitman7358]

"27" lol

[@simplekiller5181]

It’s 31 mph

[@Will-en3kn]

@@simplekiller5181 No, it's 28

[@twistinmud1308]

Juice Box you right

[@olileoli2788]

It’s 31 at Disneyland and 28 at Disney world

[@jukingeo]

It's pretty much a 'Wild Mouse' type coaster. Instead of very large dips (which would take up too much space), they use many twists and turns as possible to exaggerate the length of the ride. Have you noticed in certain sections they flash lights in a chase pattern TOWARDS you, that creates the illusion of speed, making the coaster seem faster than really is. It's pure genius. Built in the 70's, it stood the test of time and is a favorite of many to this day.

[@johncombs2990]

I remember riding the People Mover through SM when the ride was shut down and the whole interior was lite up like this (probably for a major repair or routine maintenance). Being mechanically minded, it was interesting to see the track and supporting structure for everything.

[@chris809carhunters]

John Combs the exact same thing happened to me :o :)

[@haleypeterson3458]

John Combs that happened to me

[@michaeldaniels2433]

Dam those tracks are close to your head

[@sethdove8847]

*supports

[@bt2149]

@@sethdove8847 and tracks.

[@thebuildingspy8641]

What would happen if you put your hands up

[@deltatv3525]

The fallen one their a safe distance they have to

[@christinawright5815]

Was great seeing this with the lights on. I went on it in 1991, and absolutely loved it at the age of 10, although at the time had no idea what I was walking into. Last week I went on mission 2 in Disneyland paris, having no idea at the time it had loops, but can't fault the ride, loved that too :) . Was nice having it a bit different then the one in Florida

[@The321asdfff]

Thanks for sharing this rare video of boths sides with the lights on. Very cool...

[@TheBazinga314]

I like it much better in the dark. The reason why SM is one of my favorite coasters at WDW is because it is in the dark and you have no idea where you're going, whereas here it's very predictable.

[@auggiewhitman7358]

i know the layout by heart but i still like it in the dark better, even though i know what;s coming up

[@351wmustanggt]

I agree it is way better with the lights out but I wold love to ride it once lights on. I have been enjoying this ride since the '70s and even though it is not that fast it is in my top ten list of favorite coasters I have ridden.

[@stemikger]

I love space mountain, and it still is one of my favorite rides. I'm shocked how it's not really much of a coaster, it's pretty much the illusion that makes it great.

[@Mickey784cr]

+Cara Greenwood the purpose is higher capacity, meaning shorter waits. I've been told the only difference is that the teams are mirrored, meaning when one track turns left, the other goes right, but I have not been on this one, just the one in California, which is quite different.

[@johncombs2990]

+Mickey784cr Also, if one track goes down they can still run the other and not have to close this popular ride.

[@Diox321]

Ahh this was before the 2009 renovation. I noticed a huge difference from when I went a few days ago to my 2002 visit.

[@GeneralW1nky]

whenever i ride space mountain i always feel like im about to get a limb chopped off. not because i think the ride is unsafe, but because its so tight the paranoid part of me thinks theres no way they can fit two tracks in that building without it being super cramped

[@mat6916]

@DaveGX this is the original

[@justinjamesmontague614]

This was so neat to see the catwalks and stuff! Sorry for commenting on an old video, but this was really neat. :)

[@kopykatgames2690]

It's waaaay better in the dark

[@Sharon_Hocutt]

the lights off? SO SCARY!!! 😱 the red lights were good, however.

[@colormedubious4747]

Of course it is! But these are coaster junkies who've doubtless ridden it many times before this special run. They wanted to see the GUTS.

[@johnboy298]

Doesn't look like much at all with the lights on, but with lights out and the props present it is an awesome ride!

[@RTCMAHL]

Miles Anthony - I'm 6'3" and I've never lost a limb!

[@scsstudios]

I was today years old when I found out the rockets go UP A LIFT HILL between unload and load.

[@amazingtoad7244]

DLSea Studios really? It wasn’t shown in the vidro

[@theintamindude]

I was in line for this when I was 8 years old back in summer 2008 when it broke down or something and I got to see the whole ride with the lights on. I was in the near-boarding area of the quene line and back then there was no ceiling there (unlike nowadays there's a blue-lit ceiling with a gap in it with stars) like I said there was no ceiling there and you could hear the screams of riders up above, and when the lights turned on you could see all around the interior of the building and the ride.

[@bluetunnel206]

The good old days when the only thing you could hear is the squeaking of the wheels and the rattling of the floor.

[@kaleyzeccola6707]

This is the best video of Space Mountain i have found. This coaster makes me feel like I am a chicken because of how slow it actually goes. Lol!

[@cloverrites1945]

I have always wondered how it look in the light!!!! XD THANK YOU!!!!!

[@jukingeo]

True. With the lights on, you see the true speed of the coaster. As I mentioned above. The lighting of the ride (when lights are off) is used in a few places to accent the speed of the ride, giving you the illusion that it is going much faster than it really is. Furthermore, in darkness, you don't know when the next turn comes up and they surprise you...even if you know the ride well. I did always want to know what it looked like with the lights on, but yeah its better to have them off.

[@kyaw03]

Yes indeed. This ride is creative!

[@kyaw03]

This ride is literally my favorite ride at Disney World. But Seeing with LIGHTS ON...it's shocks me. It's not even that fast... But I think this ride is awesome with LIGHTS OFF because of the fact that people don't know what's coming up, like whether if it's a drop or sharp turn. So it gets them screaming and excited!

[@joeylantis22]

Man this ride just pails in comparison to the version at Disneyland.

[@Frankenstein3r]

+joeylantis22 This version is a million times better than the version at disneyland. Disneyland's version is boring. It's just a bunch a helix's. That's all subjective of course. And I will concede the sound system is better at DL but it's also been updated much more recently.

[@liamdarcy122]

*Pales in comparison

[@bleach867]

+ASteelersMidget disneyland's version is WAY better.

[@Frankenstein3r]

Agree to Disagree.

[@liamdarcy122]

+ASteelersMidget WDW's definitely has a better layout, but Disneyland's score and effects make it so much more immersive.

[@southjerseythrills1459]

This is everyone’s dream I can’t believe you did this

[@Sharkie626]

I sure do. I just came home from there today. The tube with the blue lights especially has a much different sound now, I think it sounds better now.

[@ElToroRyan]

Hello, I'm working on a documentary that details the operations of Space Mountain. Would it be ok for me to use some of this great footage? I will credit your channel in the video! Thanks

[@351wmustanggt]

I actually prefer the original cars especially if you were with your significant other.

[@nicholas9142]

Everyone saying, “I never knew there was two tracks” has probably never been on SM. The two tracks are Alpha and Omega (correct me if I’m wrong) and they’re basically the same.

[@bassmandan9484]

I've done this with the peoplemover lights on, but never the entire track. I prefer it dark anyways.

[@meepsonic]

They just launch a Cannon Hyperspace Mountain so it means the Space Travellers screamed

[@AlMiner]

Um...to the best of my knowledge...absolutely no one has died riding Space Mountain.

[@Arsonist999]

love this ride

[@dyinhope6840]

Right there at 3:10 straight ahead is where employees meet up after close to toke up. Least when I worked there lol.

[@GD37MW]

Question is, are both sides the same in opposite turns, or is each side a different experience? I always loved the Alpha side than the Beta side!

[@DisneyworldRon]

Side B (3,196ft)is 10 feet longer than side A (3,186ft) side B extra track goes into the side of side A in order for the coaster to fit into the building properly

[@andrewkowalczyk1156]

It's amazing how much the tracks resemble your average Japanese Jet Coaster when they're lit up. One of the most famous coasters in America and the tracks themselves are really quite primitive by today's standards (though, knowing the history of the ride, it's expected). Wonder if or when they plan on replacing the track with the more modern style used on the Disneyland version.

[@maxg4304]

Well it is an arrow dynamics roller coaster It came out in the 70s

[@tommorris4920]

maxwell Guenther haha does this have anything to do with why it shuts down so much?

[@auggiewhitman7358]

Tom Morris no that is just because there r 2 sidez. But i do agree, I've gotten stuck on it twice. Also, there are so many trains (rockets), so the computer has to do more things, thus more leeway fore breakdowns

[@CODMarioWarfare]

Andrew Kowalczyk Much like Disneyland in the early 2Ks, the managers are cheap and won't probably give this ride the refurb it needs until it becomes as unsafe as Disneyland's hand become. As someone with an intense amount of nostalgia I'm grateful.

[@TheLewistownTrainspotter8102]

3:06 And that's how trains move back to the loading station.

[@WelcomeToDIsney]

Well let me put it to you this way, have you heard of the 2009 refurbish where they added new affects, improved lighting, and added on ride audio to the ride? The track is exactly the same just some enhancements to the queue games and station mostly

[@svgstarlight]

I remember going on this and screaming like crap (with the lights off) and my brother thought I was a robot lmfao that's how loud I screamed. Then again, I wouldn't scream now, but I was like 8 at the time.

[@m.a195]

I'm 6'1" and every time I go on this, I'm terrified of getting my head or arms chopped off. Is there a maximum height?

[@HNY2SING]

great video

[@zaneborenstein8498]

are there big drops

[@cup_and_cone]

Ah.... classic Space Mountain. AKA - "Pre-asbestos removal"

[@bubbacheezit1777]

thechosendude I like the starry o phonic version better

[@amazingtoad7244]

What’s asbestos

[@cup_and_cone]

@@amazingtoad7244 the little sprinkles you put on ice cream

[@mat6916]

so different without Mount bop playing!

[@Acc0rd79]

Ah, before they spoke Spanish after every single announcement, my how times have changed! Nvm, i saw the second ride and they spoke spanish.

[@James-eg3fr]

Why does the rails/track of the coaster change?

[@annafaulk3406]

They actually tell you to not hold your arms up on this ride...that part kinda freaks me out...

[@Jessicawilliams222]

You should make a space mountain video tomorrow one it’s the morning

[@syn3h]

Looks like an enrichment sphere from Portal 2

[@jukingeo]

Did they just retheme it, or redid the entire track? I wouldn't know since the last (and only) time I was at Disney was in 1999.

[@WelcomeToDIsney]

The old space mouantin :p

[@stephanieflores5795]

i didnt know that space mountain had 2 sides. so which one was the easy one. also do they still have the 2 different sides?

[@A_A610]

The differences between the two are negligible. They're essentially mirrors of each other.

[@rldcec]

tracks are mirror image

[@R3YR3Y11]

Nice

[@antoniopadilla6802]

Is it recorded or filmed in 1976?

[@PlatinumEagleStudios]

*facepalm* Well, if you'd know to read carfully, it said OPEND in 1976. And in the description, it saif FILMED in 2006. (facepalm)

[@oof7986]

its way better in the dark, you dont know what happens next

[@lincolnloud4720]

I miss SMTV...

[@justjenn3904]

On space mountain where's the magic in the ride?

[@carlinburgess9258]

Is it true that on Space Mountain, you shouldn't put your hands up because of the low beams? I'm only 5'6", so i'm not tall.

[@stylez1989]

I'm 5,8 Always have my hands way up and never had any issues. I'm a Disney pass holder and I'm always there.

[@Thewerd8]

I know for a fact you can easily touch the ceiling at 2:55

[@stylez1989]

nope never could.

[@auggiewhitman7358]

drew friedrichs does it hurt

[@XxKDHarxX0]

Trust me, Disney makes everything perfectly safe so they don't get sued. XD

[@timbermoutain]

They re did the everything and effects and the exit walking out

[@5dogesyt616]

My sister got this version of Space Mountain for one side and lights off for the other because another side broke down. So I wouldn't say this version of Space Mountain is RARE, just saying.

[@StrawberryCream78]

I ride one side and i thought this was little scary. wanted ride one more time but not alone . but the other dont want it

[@baileybarry5752]

how do you get to ride on it with the lights on? do you just ask for it?

[@A_A610]

This was arranged beforehand for a special event.

[@stitch-xx2oo]

they switch the track to determine which side right?

[@StopChris_Films]

Which side is better?

[@Dirazer0913]

*Space mountain mission 2 Paris*

[@wow2283]

It looks almost creepy with the lights on.

[@andrewschannel4259]

Does anyone know what the lift hill at 3:05 is used for?

[@auggiewhitman7358]

Ok, so first you need to know that loading station is about 20 above the unloading station. After the unloading station, the empty train makes a 180 degree turn into a lift hill that is not the main one as AwesomeGeek21 stated. that lift hill is about 20 feet, and after that lift hill, it makes another 180 degree turn to the loading station, which is right above the unloading station.

[@kingofthemooners09]

I don't think they do a 180. I think that the trains are all on the same track and they switch stations. I may be wrong IDK.

[@Tbone1725]

Auggie Whitman I don't think that it's 20 feet I think it's about 15.

[@An1mag1qu3]

kingofthemooners09 no they are 2 separate tracks.

[@jukingeo]

LOL! I do beg to differ, BUT you ARE entitled to your opinion. Care to share what you think is a good coaster?

[@timbermoutain]

they re did it in 2008

[@moviesperson100001]

Are, or were you a Cast Member??

[@olive6136]

I prefer Disneyland lol Edit: cause I've never been to Disney world We're going in 2months

[@TheFailureGamer]

What, with the lights on?

[@cwhtn]

I don't get it so there's 2 ways you can go?

[@ms-mo8hl]

yes, there's 2 tracks

[@garybenson8334]

THE BEAST AT CAMELOT WAS A MUCH BETTER RIDE IN DARK OR WITH LIGHTS ON THIS LOOKS LIKE KINDERGARTEN RIDE

[@HoundoomHeart229]

Am I the only one who got nauseous as hell on this ride?

[@jennyfromtheblock2705]

They should have the lights on for ppl with autism. But it's still fun riding in the dark

[@yana11052001]

And it's all??

[@fivepin55]

I cant believe all the junk on the floor. You would think that they would at least attempt to make it look decent or try and hide it. Yeah i know the lights are off but still just looks like crap and give the ride a bad look.

[@HHNupdate]

it hasnt changed... lol

[@raymondbreonis1725]

It is so much better at Disney land CA

[@人工島主]

6

[@beckyizmaname1999]

The space mountain at Disneyland Paris is better!

[@bluedrago505]

Went on that after going on the versions in DisneyLand and Magic Kingdom for years. Confused the crap out of me, but definitely the best.

[@aidan876]

Does Space Mountain in Disneyland Paris have a loop

[@bluedrago505]

Aidan Ballato Yes it goes upsidedown three times.

[@ahaili]

bluedrago505 lol that Space Mountain was my first so when I went to Magic Kingdom a few years later I was bitterly disappointed it had lap belts XD

[@nicolo7191]

+becky navin If you like panifull rides....yes it is xD

[@jumpincad]

what is pov

[@maiyonnaise4995]

Point of view

[@jumpincad]

thanx

[@robinhorst706]

This ride is so bad compared to space mountain in disneyland paris, this one doesn't make a loop and has no launch. I live in France and i was disappointed by this space mountain

[@Tbone1725]

Karl Brewer This is the first Space Mountain. I've heard from multiple people that have ridden the Paris, California, and Florida Space Mountain's that they're least favorite is the Paris version because it is very rough.

[@nicolo7191]

+Tbone1725 absolutely, Space Mountain in Paris is really painfull...off course lots of cool effects, but it's hard to enjoy that ride...

[@Tbone1725]

Nicolò Manachino Yeah. I've only been on the Florida and California Space Mountain's and Florida was much better IMO than California. California's didn't really have the charm that Florida's does.

[@georgelovesdisneylandparis7765]

+Nicolò Manachino they re did paris space mountain and it's not even that rough anymore lol i've just come back from there and its amazing

[@nicolo7191]

well I saw that they just changed lights and few stuff...so the ride itself it's the same xD lots of friends told me that it's still rough as hell...but I know they will replace trains next year, so maybe that will help

[@obcastor4668]

Sucks with lights on

[@jakejones5736]

That damn spanish just ruins the whole experience.

[@bleakcanvas5205]

To be honest this ride looks pretty boring

[@peterbrush6374]

Ride it when it's dark and that will change.

[@KaitlynnKatMurphy]

It's an amazing ride, I love it, with the lights off and actually being on it it's so fun

[@ms-mo8hl]

that's why such small kids can ride it and also think of the lap bar, not much. it's just when it's dark all you feel is jerkyness so it seems like more

[@nataliabeats]

THAT IS NOT FULL SPEED

[@nataliabeats]

oh i just meant the new space mountain made me pass out it was so scary

[@nataliabeats]

ERRR MRRR GEERRRRDDD but i go on giant roller coaters and this one was by faaarrrrr one of the most scary ones…… my mind is mean

[@annstarr98]

Natalia Epic Its most likely bc you ride in it in the dark making you feel the movements more then rides with the lights on. Its kind of proven that you can feel more things in the dark/with your eyes closed.

[@aidan876]

Thats because the video makes it look like it goes slow as hell but if u actually ride it, it goes f-ckin FAST

[@aidan876]

Don't be jealous because Walt Disney World is better than Six Flags