How much more intense than Expedition Everest is Rock n' Roller Coaster?

[hrobert441]

So, I am a ride wimp but have now conquered all of the Disney coasters except for RnRC (well, and 7 Dwarfs Mine Train but only because I haven't been back to WDW since it opened...I will for sure ride it on my upcoming trip!). I have even done Tower of Terror even though heights and falling terrify me (and I'm glad I worked up the nerve and got to experience it once, but probably won't ride it again since as I said, drops aren't my thing and I'm also uneasy about the whole randomized drop sequence thing...the time I rode it only dropped 4 times so it wasn't terrible...but I've heard it can potentially drop up to 7 or 8 times, in which case I might pass out!). I've always loved Big Thunder Mountain Railroad but used to be scared of all the other coasters. On my last trip, I finally did Space Mountain and Everest but still chickened out on RnRC! (I liked both Space and EE and would ride them again...the backwards part of EE was the only thing that really unnerved me, but I just kept my head back, screamed, and got through it ). Something about the launch and inversions on RnRC just freak me out... it's really a fear of the unknown I guess, since I've never ridden a launching or inverting coaster. I also was scared of the darkness factor and not being able to see what's coming, but I guess I conquered that on Space, and realized that it's actually not so bad since you don't see things coming up and everything just happens before you really have time to get scared. So what I'm really wondering is how much more intense RnRC is than EE. Personally I found EE way more intense than BTMRR and a bit more intense than Space. But would you put it closer to the thrill level as the mountains or RnRC? Because both my dad and my uncle (both coaster junkies) have ridden RnRC. My uncle teased me when I was nervous about riding EE and told me that it was nothing compared to RnRC. But after my dad rode it, he insisted that it was no "worse" than EE and that I could have ridden it. He also didn't think the launch was a big deal but I've seen others say that it's very intense. I've also seen a lot of people say that the backwards portion of EE feels like you're doing an inversion even though you're not (my dad and uncle didn't think so though). Is that true, and would the inversions on RnRC feel similar to that?

 

[ravenclawtrekkie]

In my opinion, the launch on RNRC is the only part of the ride that's more intense than Everest. The inversions are no big deal - the first one is right after the launch so you're not really even thinking about it. The only thing about the corkscrew is that it rattles your head against the restraints if you're not pushing back against the headrest.

I was terrified of upside-down roller coasters until my mid-20s. RNRC was my first one. Now I ride them all. (And I've heard other people say this same thing!)

 

[BookGirl305]

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[lovethattink]

To me, the backwards on EE is worse than the loop and corkscrews on RnRC.

If you focus on the synchronization with the music, it might change your focus from fear to awesomeness.

 

[gap2368]

I think if you can get over the launch of RNR then you should be fine I was scared to go on it the first time too and now I love it. I would do it if you hate it then well you do so do not do it again.

 

[Silock]

The only part of RnR that's bad is the launch, and that lasts like 2 seconds. Once that's over, you're good to go.

 

[Klayfish]

They're very different rides, so it's kind of hard to compare. EE is mostly outside. It also is the traditional chain driven (or whatever the mechanism is) slow climb to start...which by the way has awesome views right at the top. EE spends a good part of the ride going backwards, which RnR never does. Plus EE never flips, and RnR does. They're both intense, but in their own unique ways. The EE thrills are the traditional outdoor coaster thrills, such as very steeply banked circles and some cool drops, with backwards riding thrown in for good measure. RnR has the launch, which is something entirely different. No matter how much you prepare, the first time you ride it, it will surprise you. Fast cars are my other hobby, so I love that kind of acceleration rush. It's probably my favorite part of the ride. Just a tip, put your head back. The blast off is less than 3 seconds long, so you'll survive. That then leads into two immediate inversions. A flip followed immediately by a corkscrew. There's one more corkscrew later, so it's three total inversions. It's dark inside, but you can see a tiny bit more than you can in Space Mountain. The rest of the ride is pretty standard roller coaster stuff, with drops and turns. The car you ride in is incredibly more comfortable than Space Mountain, so that helps. Plus, I'm a huge Aerosmith fan, so the music added in is icing on the cake. If you want to get adventurous, ask to ride at the back of the train. To me, the view is really awesome when you watch the rest of the cars corkscrew in front of you.

RnR is in my top 3 favorite rides in WDW, so I'd definitely recommend trying it. It's intense, but nothing that's going to kill you.

 

[Pmctn]

I have done everest once and dread it now. Did RnR last trip for the first time and got right back on it. Planning on doing it on our upcoming trip. I like it much better than Space Mt. Easily my favorite coaster.

 

[hakepb]

Most coasters build suspense during an uphill climb.
The RnR launch is over quickly, which I think works in your favor.

 

[Shoshana]

I love Space Maintain and Tower of Terror is fine, but I'm not fond of EE during the backward section.

Many people told me that I would hardly notice the inversion on California Screamin' at Disneyland so I tried it. I noticed, it felt like my insides were being forced out through my ears. To say I hated it would be an understatement. I didn't feel well the rest of the day.

I don't know how California Screamin' compares to RNRC, but people tell me you don't notice the inversions on that one either. I won't try it.

 

[glassslippergirl]

In addition to what others have said, RnRC is over very quickly. I don't know the exact times, but it seems a lot shorter than ER, so love it or hate it, it will end pretty soon after it starts.

 

[Govols1997]

The launch in RRC ruined it for me. I did it once, won't ride again. I hated the rest of it. And I've done plenty of dark, upside down rides. I just hated that launch. EE is a blast and one of my faves.

 

[Mousemommy1]

To me, the backwards on EE is worse than the loop and corkscrews on RnRC.

If you focus on the synchronization with the music, it might change your focus from fear to awesomeness.

I agree with this.

I love both rides, but the backwards part of EE makes me feel like I am going upside down for some reason, and I am not one with motion issues.

That being said, the most intense part of RnR is definitely the launch. After that, it's pretty smooth and easy.

 

[smiths02]

I'm kind of a roller coaster wimp. I just won't do EE. I would do ToT again (I don't like falling). I did do RnRC and would do it again. The thing about it is that it is really short or at least it's not an intense build up...it just starts intense and then it's over.

 

[MHSweb79]

You are overthinking and psyching yourself out! I rode RnR with my DD and honestly, it was over so fast I didn't know what was happening. ( I thought we were slowing down to take off again but they kicked us off instead. LOL)

I didn't feel any inversions- to me it just felt like steep banking. If you can handle Tower of Terror this will be a piece of cake.

 

[CAS239]

EE and RnR are really not intense at all in terms of roller coasters. Their both really fun but also really mild at the same time. Don't think too much about it and just ride.

I'd really like to see Disney implement some big coasters in the future but I doubt it

 

[Lisa R]

I'm a roller coaster wimp, too - but I LOVE RnR! It is my favorite ride. It goes so fast - you don't even realize you're upside down and as long as you keep your head back during the launch - you're fine. It's WAY more comfortable than Space Mountain and I don't really like Everest when it goes backwards either. I also only do Tower of Terror because my husband and 10 year old daughter love it. By the way - she's a ride chicken too - she did Everest and Space Mountain once each and vows never to do them again - especially Everest. She LOVES RnR though - just like I do. Now if the ride were outside and not in the dark - I wouldn't do it. I also won't do roller-coasters where your feet hang like Hulk in Universal. RnR is just right - in my opinion. It's exhilarating - but not scary.

 

[vllygrrl]

Everest is more likely to turn your stomach than RnRC. My sister is very prone to motion sickness but is able to ride RnRC repeatedly. To put it in perspective, she get sick on both Everest and ToT.

 

[SaintsManiac]

I prefer RNR to EE. I actually skipped EE last time, because I just wasn't into it. RNR is just so smooth and fast. Love it!!

 

[yngsj]

I do not enjoy the launch!I really find the pressure on my face and jaw uncomfortable. I love the rest of the ride so I continue to ride knowing it will be over quickly. Everyone is different! You have to try once. If you don't like it you don't have to do it again.