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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Opens for Test After Rehab

Posted on May 26, 2012 by John Frost

The Magic Kingdom’s popular western themed roller coaster reopened today after a months long rehabilitation process. The Big Thunder Mountain Railroad had extensive work done to its track, show scenes, primary queue, and lighting. Where the queue was a tightly … Continue reading →

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The Matterhorn’s Fresh Coat of Snow – Behind the Scenes

Posted on May 7, 2012 by John Frost

Imagineers at Disneyland take us behind the walls at Disneyland’s classic Matterhorn roller coaster to show what’s been going on since it went down toward the beginning of this year. The refurbishment has been fairly extensive with new safety railings … Continue reading →

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The Barnstormer Featuring Goofy as The Great Goofini

Posted on March 20, 2012 by John Frost

Colorful entrance has a ticket book, since this is supposed to be part of a circus midway. Beautiful detail work and I love the hidden history carrying over the socks and pants from the old attraction. Yes, That’s the full … Continue reading →

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Inside the Matterhorn with New Ride Vehicles and a Basketball Court?

Posted on February 29, 2012 by John Frost

The Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland are in the middle of a six month refurbishment. While the outside of the snow-capped Matterhorn is covered in scaffolding Disney has taken a video camera inside to give fans a view of the new … Continue reading →

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