How scary is the Tron ride?

If you have a thrill seeker who enjoys speed, Tron will not be too scary for them. One thing to note: it's a relatively short ride that truly only lasts 60 seconds once in motion.



TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom is more of a "high-speed thrill" than a "scary" coaster. Its primary intensity comes from the initial launch, which blasts riders to nearly 60 mph in seconds, and the unique motorcycle-style seating position where you lean forward on your stomach. Because most of the ride takes place under a massive, glowing canopy or in a dark, indoor "Grid," it feels incredibly fast, but it lacks the massive vertical drops or inversions found on more extreme coasters like those at SeaWorld or Busch Gardens. Many guests who are typically "coaster-wary" find it manageable because it is exceptionally smooth and very short—the entire experience lasts only about 60 seconds. The most "scary" part for some is the queue's dramatic reveal of the launch or the feeling of being "exposed" on the bike. If you can handle Space Mountain or Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, you can likely handle TRON, though the forward-leaning harness may feel slightly more intimidating initially.

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TRON is by far the most intense coaster in the Magic Kingdom, although it doesn't have any loops or inversions.

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You'll be living in the fast lane Your ride starts out with a launch from 0 to 57 mph in a matter of seconds. This makes it the third fastest roller coaster at Disney World, after Tron Lightcycle/Run and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.

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As previously discussed, TRON's motorbike-style seats may not fit larger passengers; if you're taller or have thicker calves, make sure to try the available test seat. If you don't fit, ask Cast Members in the loading area for the Light Rover, which is the regular-style coaster car.

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Thrill Level Expectant mothers should not ride. Supervise children at all times. Children under age 7 years must be accompanied by a person age 16 years or older. Persons who do not meet the minimum height requirement may not ride.

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It's extremely smooth, like EPCOT's Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, without the spinning. And like EPCOT's Test Track, part of the track goes outdoors. The indoor portion is relatively dark, but not scary. It's thrilling.

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If you or your kids are afraid of going upside down on roller coasters, we have some good news! What is this? TRON Lightcycle Run does not go upside down or have any inversions.

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The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror If we're talking about the scariest rides at Disney World, I had to start with The Tower of Terror. I mean, it's all in the name! From the ghostly holograms, the 'death' defying drop(s) to the sinister theming, everything is designed to scare the Mickey outta you – and it really does.

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TRON Lightcycle / Run is said to be one of the fastest coasters at any Disney theme park in the world. Once you are sitting on your Lightcycle, you are launched at 60 mph on a high speed race through the digitized world of TRON.

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Overall milder than Guardians. Tron is somewhere in between what you seem to be ok with or not. Lots of fun. It feels fast, but smoother than Big Thunder and Space Mountain.

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With top speeds of just under 60 miles per hour, TRON Lightcycle/Run is one of the fastest rides in Walt Disney World and certainly the fastest roller coaster you will find in Magic Kingdom. For comparison, its neighbor Space Mountain reaches half that maximum speed at 27 miles per hour.

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If your calves are bigger than 19 inches at the largest part, go ahead and use the back tire position while being locked in. This should allow the leg restraints to find a smaller part of your calf to lock you in.

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“As far as an age limit, though, if you are physically healthy and up for the thrill, there is likely no greater risk for someone who is 60 than there is for someone who is 20.” The largest concern for those who indulge in roller coasters is the after effects.

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A big part of the TRON Lightcycle Run experience is the outdoor canopy. Not only does the attraction look better at night, but the story makes a bit more sense. This is definitely one attraction that is superior at night.

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