This is NOT a coaster! JW VELOCICOASTER - HOW IT WORKS

(Context on the title:)
Us: Hey Universal, what about that giant Jurassic World roller coaster you're building?
Universal: What coaster? You mean the churro stand? ;)
Basically the title stems from Universal being coy about the very obvious giant coaster they were building. In fact when it opened they handed out free churros as a nod to the joke, cause hey, it's just a fancy churro stand, RIIIGHT?
Jurassic World: Velocicoaster is one of the most anticipated multi launch coasters to open in the past few years. With complex trains and launch systems this ride is just as technologically advanced as the movies. So let's hop aboard and discover how it works!
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[@jacobbennett4764]

I rode it in late may before it opened and it’s so amazing I rode it twice back to back because it’s so good

[@nexpro6118]

Mr. AmusementLabs, do you have any theories on maybe why parks/coaster manufacturers have not yet built a ride with the first drop going really deep into the ground to make the drop even bigger without having to just build the lift hill taller and taller? seems like it would be easier and possibly even cheaper to just make the first drop go further into the ground.

[@AmusementLabs]

@@nexpro6118 how deep are you referring to?

[@nexpro6118]

@@AmusementLabs (insert sex joke from your response) lol. Uummm....25 feet? 35 feet? I mean, is it crazy to go 50 feet?

[@AmusementLabs]

@Natalya Krytska wdym? It's a churro stand.

[@richardperhai8292]

That roll over the water is one of the most intense elements I've ever experienced on a coaster. It is literally trying to fling you into the lagoon!

[@ralelunar]

I closed my eyes during the roll, I've never done that before on a coaster 😂

[@kiki__5561]

I literally thought I was about to fall out lol super fun though

[@MakBot]

Intamin had a similar heartline roll on Maverick when they built it but during testing it was deemed too intense for humans so it was removed for an S-curve. I'm glad this element made it into the real world, even if it took 15 years.

[@prismatism]

@@MakBot *for humans. Okay. 😶

[@coreystanley1771]

Exactly. That roll whips me everytime.

[@coreystanley1771]

After riding Velocicoaster 11 times so far, The Hulk is relaxing. Never thought I'd say that.

[@IvanTrs20]

Just rode both rides last week & yes the hulk was more relaxed i was even screaming go faster lol but Velocicoaster was something else and it’s the best

[@izzyw2393]

This is so accurate. Happy other people felt this way too!

[@boonecragun7717]

Once we got to the park we rode hulk. I thought it was insane. Then we went to velocicoaster. Lets just say that the hulk made me feel relaxed when we rode it after.

[@JWest_3]

After riding kingda ka at great adventure 4 times in one day this coaster is nothing lmao

[@caitcat12]

Velocicoaster is still smoother than most of the older coasters imo.

[@brittneylove95]

The fact that you 3D print to show us in detail what’s going on is insane.

[@jamesbledsoe3946]

Its the attention to detail that brings me back to every video

[@NineEyeRon]

I’m still trying to 3D print a girlfriend

[@raymondmeyers8983]

Fair warning to those who have not rode this ride yet but plan on it: your butt will lose contact with your seat. Don’t worry, your safe even though it may not feel that way at the time. The “lap” restraint is more like a leg restraint.

[@AmusementLabs]

Yeah, lots of people keep saying they're "legit about to fall out", it's designed to give that sensation, but in order to fall out you would have to break both your femurs.

[@wilsonjhenry]

that was easily the most unsettling thing about this ride, is how much my butt was off the seat! it definitely has the sensation of 'coming out of the seat.' Incredible ride though wowee

[@Vashtstamped]

when you do that upside stall is the most intense, my butt was out of the seat and crazy scary and I ride coasters all the time, very intense.

[@clonmult]

Did this last week. Honestly didn't notice moving off the seat, was just enjoying every moment.

[@WollyChaps]

@@AmusementLabs I rode this with a torn ligament in my knee so I was a quarter of the way to actually falling out.

[@BrettJamesBishop]

"Hagrid's Magical Creatures Super Long Name Motor Bike Adventure" HILARIOUS!!!! 1:41

[@oneandonlysound3453]

Also the "they spent HOW MUCH MONEY, AND tore down Dragon Challenge...FOR THIS-THe Coaster"

[@jaylovett6697]

I was on that part as soon as I read your comment 😂

[@jgetscensored7837]

If y’all haven’t been on it, I highly recommend it. By far the most intense rollercoaster I’ve ever been on.

[@agentdwmib]

I haven’t went on a rollercoaster yet, the last time I had an opportunity to, I was scared, it was at Disney World, but I need to start slow and work my way up, and one day, go on it.

[@jgetscensored7837]

@@agentdwmib but… maybe don’t start with this one. Lol. This one is pretty intense.

[@mrn234]

@@jgetscensored7837 When you ever come to Germany you should check out Taron in Phantasialand

[@AMagicProduction]

@@mrn234 Taron is better themed… but this is the better coaster

[@buniny]

I've never greyed out on a coaster but this.one got me there! It's an intense ride but holy goodness I'm obsessed with it!

[@isaiahmaynes322]

I work at universal and can tell you that the Velicoaster is by far the greatest ride we have. Everyday when I clock out I go and ride it. I tell every guest that comes in to at least give it a try once, even if they don’t like coasters. Great video and very informative!

[@wooferboofer]

Yes

[@Popcannyo]

Better than Fallon? No way

[@Michael-kp4bd]

Looking at the video, it looks like the right side might experience more intense ejector time on that roll. But I can’t tell for sure… do you have an opinion on sides and also best row?

[@amyburkum7602]

Definitely encouraging! I love Hagrids, Mummy, and Cosmic Rewind and i want something bigger, so maybe Hulk first? But i genuinely wanna ride Velocicoaster

[@wooferboofer]

@@amyburkum7602 i recommend the velosicoaster first, the Hulk is WAY bigger compared to the rest.

[@moandpho2552]

The roll over the water literally made it feel like time stopped. I remember feeling like being there for several seconds

[@0livita]

most intense ride ive ever been on, the engineers & designers killed it with this. pure adrenaline from start to finish, thank you for making this video it makes me appreciate it even more!!

[@shawnspencer8766]

Good job on synchronous motors. Being an electrician at a park, I work on these daily. You have by far the most correct explanation, well done 👍🏻

[@AmusementLabs]

Thank you. 🙂

[@mdafneirais]

Me every time I watch a coaster video: this one doesn’t look that intense, maybe I’ll ride it if I have a chance The people in the comments: This is the most intense ride I’ve ever been on

[@victoriaberry7555]

Your butt is rarely touching the seat. This ride is very high thrill and amazing!

[@ayamastar]

I watched videos before I rode it, then the first time I rode it I made all of my friends get on it with me, then downplayed the whole thing to them as we were waiting to launch. As soon as we took off, I was the main one screaming. Def listen to the comments lmao

[@happiestplace3754]

I'm 48 and have been going on coasters my whole life, and this one is VERY different and very intense. I don't like that your feet don't touch the bottom, but after my first ride, I put my feet up against the front wall and held them there during the ride, and I felt much more secure.

[@brentjmichael]

Videos do not do this coaster justice.

[@thereisnopandemic]

You have to remember most people are big chickens when it comes to rides, if you think any ride is scary at Magic Mountain California I would not go by your standards of what is scary. So far no roller coaster has made me feel intense, I’ve been to Universal studios Hollywood, Santa Cruz Beachboard walk, Cedar Fair Great America, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Disneyland, California Adventure, Knotts Berry Farm and Six Flags Magic Mountain not one Rollercoaster has scared me, they are fun I feel like I’m flying.

[@matthewteague288]

My favorite unintended humor line: "plus it's cheap".

[@ynot2385]

Just rode this 5 times last week and it's easily my favorite coaster ever! This ride uses some cool technology but I have to mention a funny thing I noticed. In the breaking section at the very end on the lower right side I noticed what looked like a literal garden hose spraying onto the track and just pouring to the ground and I thought it looked out of place. That night my wife saw an article saying they are still having a ha rd time keeping the track cool and it is indeed a literal garden hose just spraying the track lol. Sometimes you have to go back to the basics!

[@AmusementLabs]

Yes, this is true. Since the ride doesn't have a rolling station or more ideal: more block brakes the trains sit for a bit. Most of the ride is uncovered which is bad in the Florida heat for steel. Idk who decided to paint the entire ride black in the Florida heat, but it's certainly not doing it any favors in terms of cooling. The wheels are a polyurethane which has a low glass transition temp. When they're in contact with the hot black steel for an extended period of time, they can develop level spots and that makes the wheels rapidly deteriorate since they're no longer round.

[@AmusementLabs]

They're looking to replace the wheels right now with something more resistant to heat, but that's the one benefit of polyurethane, it's a bit soft and makes it ride faster. The best they can do right now is to keep the track cold with water. It hasn't been floated, but I seriously think they may end up painting the track a different color if the new wheels don't do the trick.

[@ynot2385]

@@AmusementLabs thanks for the insight. But yeah I thought it was an interesting little thing especially talking about hydro cooling and such. It was funny seeing this high tech multi million dollar ride with a garden hose spraying it lol. The ride is SOOOO smooth on that thing it's amazing. The hulk and rip ride rocket along with most others bang you around a bit, velocicoaster is intense but as smooth as butter it's impressive.

[@potentialcaroozin2385]

@@AmusementLabs I think best bet is to paint the track white or Grey-ish white, matches thematically and doesn’t compromise the wheels

[@greatstuff3605]

Yeah same but it did break down multiple times and twice while i was in the queue

[@yupitsjessbbyx3]

That ride made me question the engineering that went into designing it I felt THAT close to death. I will never stop riding it

[@camgyov1262]

This one was my second roller coaster ride in my whole life💀

[@sephirothwithacomicallylar5950]

Fr, legit my first roller coaster and I thought I was gonna die. It was such experience, especially since it was at night too.

[@charliearnett5810]

The last inversion made me hang on for dear life

[@OogaBooga69]

You need to ride X2 in six flags magic mountain if you haven’t already if you like that feeling. X2 is insane

[@v0s954]

@@OogaBooga69 I would rather eat a brick then go to six flags

[@Howlingburd19]

A+ attraction, one of the best roller coasters in the world imo. It’s so “well-rounded”. It’s fast, intense, it’s got awesome inversions, the trains are comfy, and the theming is dope!

[@nickandrews4545]

This ride is insane. Now watching videos after riding it on Tuesday, the videos just can't convey how intense this thing is.

[@vakisharachel9541]

So u get that i can’t breathe stomach drop feeling the entire ride??

[@nickandrews4545]

@@vakisharachel9541 no, not the whole thing. But it is pretty crazy. The right corkscrew at the end is the worst/best part.

[@vakisharachel9541]

@@nickandrews4545 omg lol.. i’m taking my son in july and it’s just me and him so he’s gonna want me to ride stuff with him. I’m scared i’m gonna pass out lol. i don’t want my damn heart to stop😂 So that corkscrew must have zero g feeling smh.

[@matthewbuttery8529]

That 3d printed demonstration is awesome! A cg 3d model would have been good, but to actually film and manipulate it physically is next level. Very well done!

[@AmusementLabs]

I've definitely done CG models, but I wanted to print this one out cause it's a good shelf piece and a good conversation starter. I'm trying to start a club at my school and it'd be a great demonstration thing to have.

[@matthewbuttery8529]

@@AmusementLabs Yeah, definitely. I had no idea LSM motors were so complex inside. Makes me appreciate Maverick even more. Good luck with the club! 👍

[@skyvscoasters]

Talk about an underrated channel. This video was incredible, your best yet. I can’t wait for this video to blow up, cause it will!!

[@thepocketgamer9964]

I’ve been on the Velosicoaster 4 times and I loved it and didn’t really feel like I was gonna fall off my seat. It didn’t look safe but it definitely was.

[@danikabelton2021]

rollercoasters have never scared me or leave me unsettled afterward but i will admit, i was very surprised the second time the rollercoaster sped up out of no where, also the rollercoaster does have lots of technology issues, while i was at universal it seemed to have a technical issue downtime a least 2 times a day

[@jessd3601]

THE SECOND TIME NEARLY TOOK ME OOOOUT

[@thebluepineapple684]

They're Magnetic LSM Launches, they don't just speed up out of nowhere.

[@JunFan777]

I worked on it while I was an apprentice. Didn't seem to have TOOO many bugs, thats Hagrid's:) (nothing serious, it is just a ride with a LOT of elements and hence greater potential for problems) Its a helluva thing when you can end your work night with a ride! It had some finicky little bugs (insider info: ALL rides have "bugs") but nothing at all serious, more like the lighting and the shotgun gates. Occasionally you get a hiccup with the LSMs but that is to be expected. Overall (and especially for an Intamin) its a pretty reliable ride, I think Intamin is really perfecting the blitz coaster and I expect (hope) that all future blitzes from Intamin will be fairly reliable.

[@xtr3mso282]

This was my first ever coaster i have ever been on. It was such a great experience and it was sooo intense for someone that hasnt experienced any kind of roll over or a drop in a coaster. That roll over above the water was such a great detail, it makes u feel like ur just gonna fly out of the coaster. Highly recommend riding this.

[@Narhan_]

that corkscrew climb hits insanely different at night. not to mention the feeling of a free fall it gives you

[@ThemeParkStop]

Great work as always! Love the little inside jokes like osprey nest and churros! Also, great explanation of the LSM fins, and really cool recreation you made to illustrate what's inside them.

[@AmusementLabs]

Thank you! 😁 If you have a printer (you can find them for

[@onlytymewilltell]

I just got home from Orlando yesterday and rode the velocicoaster and incredible hulk as many times as I possibly could while there! Velocicoaster is THE BEST rollercoaster I've ever experienced and couldn't get enough! 🤩🙃

[@bradywolfwing36]

I went on a Orlando tour with my high school band not even a week ago (got back yesterday) and we visited universal. Now I have never been on an upside down roller coaster so I mustered up some courage and went on this in the very front row. All I can say is, I’m glad I did not back out and let my fear get the best of me. It was truly an amazing experience for my first upside down ride and I highly recommend it! God bless y’all and enjoy life!

[@bingus1182]

Legit had the same experience, got back yesterday

[@amyburkum7602]

I’m headed there again for a third day in December. I genuinely wanna ride this. Idk if i wanna warm up and try Hulk for my first upside down or yolo it and do Velocicoaster first

[@bradywolfwing36]

@@amyburkum7602 velocicoaster... trust me on this one

[@BingBongEdits]

Update??@@amyburkum7602

[@DrGamelove]

I can't wait to try both Hagrid and Velocicoaster in a few months then hop over to the studios at night for HHNs return and the Beetlejuice haunted house. I love Universal and they are knocking it out of the park lately.

[@michellemurdaugh935]

Hagrid was my favorite

[@ludmilafascia7956]

The Beetlejuice house was awesome! I have yet to get on the Velocicoaster. :( I'm a total baby when it comes to coasters. lol By the looks of it, it seems AMAZING. It's also very pleasing to look at.

[@jackfish2706]

How was it?

[@cantaloupe9152]

Went on this before it opened and excited to watch

[@bobthegoat17]

Same

[@virtualsparkie]

Same

[@xphyle]

Yeah? Well I went on it before they even built it, so there!

[@galicate_old]

same, it was hella smooth

[@GMoney-B]

@@xphyle I went on it before it was conceived by Ally Mcbean.

[@muffinz4817]

this coaster is easily one of the best here in the states, i hope theres more like this! an amazing queue i dont mind spending hours in, good preshows that make sense and are easy to understand, a good showscene that never fails to excite me, and an insane track that will leave you thinking was that even real

[@zoefisher5319]

Hours?! I started in the outside que and only waited about 45 (worthwhile) minutes But I wouldn’t mind waiting hours this is the best coaster I’ve ever ridden

[@mytasteinmusicisyourface3020]

@@zoefisher5319 they meant that they wouldn’t mind spending hours in the queue because of how entertaining it is, they didn’t say they spent hours in the queue

[@JRBandF]

My thoughts exactly, i thought i was dreaming on half of that cause it was so crazy. I never clenched my teeth on a ride before but this one made me feel like it was the first time on a coaster. Remember to breath! Haha

[@krj55575]

One of the greatest coasters of all time! Definitely in my top 5!

[@ThemeParkShark]

Thanks for the shout! What an incredible video you put together

[@mbbbjb]

I'm an engineer and i was always curious about the acceleration and the magnets. Your explanation was super on point. thank you for putting this video together. I want to ride the Velocicoaster even more now! Lol.

[@itmecatalina]

I know it was small but the way you pronounced churros made my Mexican heart happy

[@AmusementLabs]

Gotta roll them rrrrs. 🇲🇽🇸🇻 Also, I'm 50% El Salvadorian so it'd be a crime had I not. 😅

[@itmecatalina]

@@AmusementLabs true true (funny enough though my mom who’s an immigrant from Mexico can’t roll her rrs)

[@johnpublic3892]

I like when people say Cheerios.

[@unknown_individual7050]

As an Ohio native who loves Maverick, I found it funny that people were letting out sighs of relief when we hit that middle station. I immediately knew what was about to happen at the acceleration strip and it hits even harder than Mavericks does. Amazing coaster.

[@jek24]

Call El Toro Ryan someone's talking about block sections again

[@neelbhatt3070]

for those of you who don’t know, a block section is a part of the track that only 1 car can be on at a time.

[@gddatfatratver2457]

At the end of a block section is a method to stop a train, in case the block zone ahead is still occupied. This is the safety method that keeps roller coaster trains from colliding with one another.

[@peterrobinson2780]

Absolutely the most intense coaster I've ever been on. I can usually ride over and over, but just 1 was almost too much for me lol

[@smsararosy86]

I'm still in awe how fast this was built. The best coaster I've been in hand down!

[@hudsonpaterson9027]

The scariest and one of the best parts for me was the tiny handles you had instead of huge over the shoulder ones, I went for the first time last week, honestly 10/10 coaster, I love launch coasters

[@DSL3125]

Great video! Minor nitpick though, the station is actually themed with the style of the Indominus paddock observation deck unlike the other structures of the ride; the raptor paddock seen in the film only has overhead metal walkways rather than a dedicated viewing area

[@AmusementLabs]

Ooooh, you're totally right. 🤦‍♂️

[@JeroldBoy0407]

I rode it the other day, and this ride is by far the best coaster I’ve been on. As a huge JP Fan, being able to ride along side the Velociraptors AND seeing lifelike animatronics of Blue and Delta just gave me an amazing feeling.

[@a2d]

I have loved coasters since the first time I rode one. The first time I rode a B&M hyper, I was stunned. The height, the speed, the sheer momentum. Even though they lack inversions, it's everything that makes roller coasters great, distilled into the most pure elements. I thought it couldn't get any better. Until I rode Velocicoaster. That ride is a game changer. Not a foot of track is wasted. So far this year I've ridden it about 20 times. My wife asked me if I've gotten tired of it. Not at all. Every time I notice something different about the ride, the queue, the theming... The attention to detail is just incredible. Like it was just pointed out to me that the Raptor Encounter attraction is right next to the second launch of Velocicoaster, and there's even a track in the path between the two. Raptors go from the raptor encounter into the paddock. Subtle theming, but incredible attention to small details. I love this ride.

[@fahsky]

Your videos get me so hyped for our trip to Universal & Disney in Florida in October! Thank you for the educational & chill content 🤗

[@Random-ish_Jack]

If any of you guys are looking for speed, this is the ride for you. I rode on the VelociCoaster three times, and it is by far my favorite ride I have ever rode. What I look for in a ride is super fast and pretty intense, and the VelociCoaster was both of those. I would totally recommend it to anyone who likes awesome coasters!

[@Diggler-vl3nd]

Rode it for the first time over the weekend without ever having researched it, and it was also night. The second launch absolutely made my heart stop, wasn't expecting that!

[@krgnet1573]

I was out of my seat 5 times. I don't know if everyone has that experience. I'm sure it had to do with my gut and not being able to get the lap bar further down. But definitely worth the hype. 2nd launch delivered for sure.

[@victoriaberry7555]

My butt wasnt in my seat much. Loved it!

[@jasonsullivan3303]

This ride reaches in and taps your soul. Your very much alive once you get off.

[@slyco5330]

All that I got from 6:30 to 9:20 in this video is. “Train go fast sometimes”

[@alanaspence2900]

magnet make train go fast

[@maxvs6794]

The way you go above and beyond by printing out 3D models to show how the tech works is so inspiring to me, thank you for all the work you do to make these informative and interesting

[@Jakebtw]

Out of over 100 coasters I’ve been on, this is easily my favorite it is just amazing. The queue is so cool and I never got bored in it. It has very good restraints and the ride is just so good, the inversions, launches, and theming, this is just a masterpiece!!!

[@GoetiaTV]

That roll over the water looks so amazing. Looking forward to riding this.

[@ayamastar]

This was the scariest coaster I’ve ever been on but strangely I kept going back on. I have connects at the park so I ended up riding this thing 4 times in 1 day. I had to keep riding just to process everything bc it felt unreal…..the second launch??? The corkscrew over the water???? Beautiful ride and probably my fave coaster of all time. It’s an AMAZING addition to the Jurassic park area too, as I’ve always felt like there was something missing from that section.

[@davidcross7824]

I loooooove your 3d prints for demonstrations. This one was an especially ingenious build

[@Jazzy_Waffles]

Amazing video as always! I love your deep dive into the inner workings and 3D models, really helps me understand what you’re saying.

[@danman367]

Really appreciate the LSM breakdown, always wondered how that worked Rode this ride twice last month, its definitely worth the wait

[@glorytoyahweh9700]

After this incredible experience I don’t think I can ride anything else without longing for this coaster. It’s way more smooth than the Hulk and my head doesn’t ping pong between the seats, there isn’t anything like it. The engineering is immaculate like a lot of other people said that moment where you’re over the water is once in a lifetime adrenaline.

[@JediJuniper92]

One of the coolest rides I’ve ever been on. I was so anxious but once it took off I laughed the entire time I was on it. Incredible attraction. Thanks for another great video!!

[@bond007rules]

Great video with amazing props and super clear explanations, your narration has improved loads as well! Keep it up!

[@LolaliciousSmiley]

I very much like the editing and length of How It Works videos. Information is not repeated ad nauseum, footage is always relevant, and the models of track mechanisms are novel and appreciated.

[@tedsowards]

Looks like you caught Ordinary Adventures in the background of your video at 4:02 It’d be cool to spot yourself in the background of somebody else’s video

[@AmusementLabs]

Oh, lol, that's actually footage from someone else. I have yet to actually ride Velocicoaster or Hagrid's or Supercharged (thank goodness).

[@cocomonk22]

That footage is from "Full Report from Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal Orlando" by Attractions Magazine.

[@ryanhodge2721]

@@AmusementLabs I think a sick video would be you explaining how the ride works on the rides.

[@AmusementLabs]

@@ryanhodge2721 lol, I'd love to do that. I kind of tried that once. 😅

[@firstflowerinspace]

Okay but the pass through lockers are so fucking great. It’s the best storage system I’ve ever experienced on a ride

[@medea27]

Brilliant video! The 3D print explaining the LSMs is genius... I've been intruigued by their engineering for a while & seeing one 'pulled apart' to show the cooling system that's sandwiched in the middle is fantastic. Immediately subbed & off to check out your other content! 👍

[@cherylvanhorn7911]

“…slowing at the osprey nest,…” So funny!

[@eclipsehorse8693]

it's neat they actually left it up there. Ospreys had started to build a nest high on the coaster during construction, and since the bird is a protected species, Universal just left it alone and built around it :)

[@cherylvanhorn7911]

@@eclipsehorse8693 no, they built it a new home nearby. They did not change their planned construction of the coaster to allow a nest on the track. www.vanityfair.com/style/2021/03/how-raptor-themed-rollercoaster-got-attacked-by-actual-raptors

[@BaileyChap]

My request for the next one is the TTA Peoplemover, the one that's still running, maybe try to track down some maintenance bay or storage bay footage, that would be awesome to see.

[@ZachAlletson]

I just rode this coaster twice and it’s absolutely incredible! Easily one of the best coasters I’ve ever been on. Probably the best ever. The last hang time over the lagoon is the best element but all of them are breathtaking! The two acceleration points, cresting the top hat, multiple points of airtime, the raptor encounters, the overall theming and the actual moving raptors in the queue all make this by far the best ride at Universal. I can’t recommend this enough. You HAVE to ride it!

[@OmenBurst]

I rode this ride recently and fell in love, its now my favorite coaster and is one of the most intense rides i have ever rode.

[@noahb73]

This was the first ride I rode that went upside down. I was literally nearly stunned at the end! The big drop is so intense.

[@Szoboslimy]

Yeh usually I don't just subscribe after seeing 1 video but the detail and effort you put into demonstrating the LSM fins is unmatched. I understood them before but it's safe to say I understand them much better now. Such an awesome ride. Need to make my way from the UK and get on this thing. Went there in 2015 and loved Hulk and the 2 B&M Inverted coasters that were later demolished, but this and Hagrid's are so innovative and worthy of another trip. Subbed.

[@AmusementLabs]

Thank you, I like making little demo pieces like that and it seemed like the perfect opportunity. Yeah, they both seem to be the perfect additions for the area. That's why I tend to give more props to Universal for actually taking guest feedback and improving past the Jimmy Fallon and F&F flops.

[@Szoboslimy]

@@AmusementLabs Spot on. Its nice to see them making really positive additions. I've kept a closer eye on USO because of my previous trip.. and I was in my mid teens at the time. Would be lying if I said I wasn't gutted that the aforementioned coasters weren't there on my visit, but regardless, it's cool seeing it. I remember thinking all this place needs is another high-thrill attraction and they came out with Hagrid's and now this. Good stuff.

[@AmusementLabs]

@@Szoboslimy yeah, it's a great addition and back to back set of rides. It's probably gonna be the last for a while because ultimately they're gonna be opening Epic Universe within the next 4 or so years which loads of new stuff.

[@Szoboslimy]

@@AmusementLabs Yup would make sense. Wish Thorpe Park/Alton Towers were as trigger happy with new coasters. Almost been a decade since The Swarm and only a couple at AT past decade.. quite frustrating. ICON at Blackpool sure, but this country needs a state-of-the-art coaster like Velocicoaster to satisfy our cravings 😅

[@reese9328]

I just rode this ride a few days ago and it was amazing. It goes so fast it literally feels like your floating.

[@Frazoor]

Ran this today and also Hagrids motorcycle, both ran flawlessly and were two of the smoothest rides I've been on.

[@PikaconYT]

Yay another great post your the best amusement labs

[@PikaconYT]

Oh my you hearted my comment wow

[@pfleer]

Hey - just a correction about the animatronic raptors in the queue - they were actually produced by Creature Technology Co. Cheers for the great videos!

[@AmusementLabs]

Ah yes, a person who works in the industry contacted me about that. Thank you for reminding me, I'll start the corrections field.

[@pfleer]

@@AmusementLabs Great - thanks!

[@ralphedgerton4002]

@@AmusementLabs yeah, came here to say this too - correct attribution is always important!

[@AmusementLabs]

@@ralphedgerton4002 it certainly is, but often many companies aren't allowed to talk about their work or advertise that they helped in any way so it's difficult to hunt stuff down to the T.

[@jamesgibbings9681]

Awesome overview buddy! Really enjoyed the detailed technical explanation. It's a great ride and awesome engineering.

[@thomasfowler1395]

These vids are so well produced👏🏼👏🏼 That LSM model is really useful as there aren’t many good explanations for them out there on the web👌

[@logboy0561]

Hi I love ur continent cant wait to watch

[@ryceratops8944]

Hagrid's "Magical Creature Superlongname" won my thumbs up. Keep up the great info, man!

[@local_leaf1634]

i went on this the day after it opened and ever since ive wanted to get back on im obsessed

[@KristysEdits]

Velocicoaster was not so scary to me. The Hagrid ride was scarier, I think.

[@AmusementLabs]

Yeah I could see the spike and the drop track really scaring people.

[@iananderson8431]

I’m not sure when you rode it but if you rode it during passholder preview or when it was first opened it was running slower and felt much less fun to me. I went on it again recently and it was much much better

[@StylistecS]

Yeah I been on both. I definitely disagree with you on this.

[@KristysEdits]

@@iananderson8431 It was this November

[@Inverter5253]

Lol.

[@liana-zo1zc]

went to universal last week with my mom, made her get on the ride with me since we both like coasters. after that ride she didn't want to ride anymore coasters rest of the trip. my favorite ride atm hands down very fun

[@teeravable]

This ride is INSANE! The drop, launches, Dino’s, and inversions make this worth the wait. We got express pass and still waited half an hour but I would gladly get back in line and do this ride over and over again. Best roller coaster I have ever been on.

[@whodatjt]

Never been so scared of a coaster in my life! I was shaken after Hulk then rode this. I was terrified when I got off and told my wife never again! 33 year old male and not scared to admit this lol

[@purplebugg]

i used to HATE rollercoasters, so once i forced myself to ride ripe ride rocket, i never looked back. This IS the best thrill in Islands of Adventure IMO, next to Hagrid’s.

[@ThunderBlastvideo]

Universal is killing it with their theme parks. You just can't beat them

[@dedewebb1425]

This is an AMAZING ride!!! We recently rode it 2 weeks again and I am amazed!! It seems longer than under a minute. I was and am impressed!! Bravo 👏 👏 👏

[@ExtraOrdinaryGarbage]

Dude i swear i saw ordinary adeventure in the caged velociraptor scene

[@IBeforeAExceptAfterK]

Sounds pretty good. I remember being pretty unimpressed with Universal's selection of coasters last time I went there. This one looks like it'll actually keep me awake.

[@suttongriffin8154]

That’s a very helpful presentation of the LSM! Great video as always man!!

[@Fomikostudio]

I absolutely loved this ride, the second launch off was amazing!!! Along with being to close to the water was crazy

[@RobLH]

Hey, this has Carlye Wisel and Brooke McDonald riding the coaster! They covered this extensively on their instagrams so it’s cool to see footage of them on it on here! Great video as always! Very informative!

[@vincetreffers]

I was wondering how the showscene worked, but nice video anyway!

[@AmusementLabs]

Which showscene? The one on the first launch is just some screens.

[@vincetreffers]

@@AmusementLabs oh okay, that's what I meant, thanks

[@JWyoutuber]

Had never been on a rollercoaster before. Then in a week rode everything Disney World and Universal had to offer. This one was the only one that straight up scared me. Only one we got front seats for too.

[@v0s954]

I love this ride. When I hear that one of my friends is going to Universal I tell them to ride the Velocicoaster. This ride is so fun. I feel like I am going to fall off. Love this video!

[@meballard]

I really enjoyed some of the details in the video although I feel like you skipped over what I consider the best locker design at UO. It's not until close to load (so you have your stuff for most of the line), and the lockers themselves are double sided, so the entry and exit crowds never mix.

[@yogurt2317]

yes i always end up bringing my phone on coasters there because it’s a long line and i don’t wanna be too bored. i’m glad they fixed this locker issue on the new ride

[@vivipilled]

the first time i went on it i didn’t realize the lockers were double sided & i was so confused looking 4 my bag 😭

[@what2730]

loveee the locker design

[@teamginger5363]

Great info on an amazing ride! But um, how are the lap bars locked in place? We rode it 4 times about 3 weeks ago and it was a blast. But that last time my 8yo was sitting in front of me instead of beside. The second he put his little hands in the air, I became hyper aware that seemingly only a set of hinges was keeping his butt in that seat. It genuinely gave me nightmares. So can someone please tell me about multitude of locking mechanisms that keep you from being tossed into the lake? Please and thank you!

[@AmusementLabs]

It's mechanical. There's a latching tooth that is prevented from moving by a pawl. The restraint would have to shear off the steel pawl in order to even move a bit, but there's 2 for redundancy. In order to slip out of the restraints, you would have to break both your femurs.

[@teamginger5363]

“But there’s 2 for redundancy”. I figured there was, but when you can’t see it. 😬. Thank you!

[@coastercarson]

@@AmusementLabs I know this is old but this is actually incorrect. What you just described is a “ratcheting” restraint which clicks going down, and is held by a latching tooth. This rollercoaster uses HYDRAULIC restraints, which are restraints that freely move and are held in place by multiple hydraulic locks, which are the same hydraulic locks used on airplanes. Basically, these hydraulic locks are FAR more secure than ratcheting locks and are actually even safer than what you described!

[@AmusementLabs]

@@coastercarson from the station audio I've heard there was a distinct sound they made going down.

[@Drew-py8kg]

This coaster is the best. The tracks feel like they lube them with butter after every cart passes. So smooth!!

[@dulalg18]

I loved this ride, I was nervous as hell, but it was worth the long wait. Everything about this ride is beautiful

[@rollercoastduran7500]

Can you do your next one on the Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland please?

[@strato172]

The best roller coaster at the park, dethroning the hulk

[@Skskskxoosid29]

The best ride! We went for its technical opening and were so impressed

[@meredythcosta6977]

it’s honestly the smoothest coaster I’ve ever been on with that level of intensity and it’s easily one of my favorite rides ever

[@heeeeiity]

Dude, I don't understand how this channel doesn't have like 1m subs

[@Lfiddler4life]

The model you created is such a nice feature of the video!