Universal Studios - New Coaster for Spring 2009

Universal will be unveiling a brand new roller coaster for 2009. Called “Rip, Ride, and Rockit,” this coaster is said to be the most technologically advanced coaster in the world, and will be the tallest coaster in Orlando when it’s completed.

From the official Universal press release:

“Adrenaline pumping and music thumping, you find yourself heading straight toward
the sky. Suddenly, you are doing 65 mph, 17 stories over Universal
Studios. Gasping with excitement, you rock out to a song you picked before
strapping in. And, it’s all on video. Once the adventure is over, you edit the
video to send to your friends.
This is true high-tech, customizable,
multi-sensory entertainment. Scheduled to open in spring 2009, Hollywood Rip,
Ride, Rockit will stake its claim as the most technologically advanced roller
coaster in the world. The Universal Creative team is combining audio and special
effects engineering, sophisticated on- and off-board video and one-of-a-kind
guest personalization to create a roller coaster experience unlike any
other.
“This is the perfect intersection of the digital age and theme
park entertainment,” said Mark Woodbury, President of Creative for Universal
Parks & Resorts. “Hollywood Rip, Ride, Rockit blends roller coaster
intensity and guest interaction in a way where no two experiences will be the
same.” Read more »