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  • rchatlin
    Talkative Member
    • Jun 24, 2001
    • 5768

    I got Shat on... at Star Trek: The Tour

    I ventured forth into the final frontier of Star Trek: The Tour
    this weekend. A celebration of all things Trek, the exhibit featured 40 years of original costumes, props, sets, etc. The $40 ticket price was high, as was the cheese factor, but it was fun, although disappointing at the same time.

    It was cool to see all the screen used items, but the presentation was lackluster. Man of the costumes weren't really grouped together in any meaningful way, although some of the props were. A timeline of the various ships was installed out of order, and a much of the signage appeared recycled from the Las Vegas exhibit - meaning they were slightly out of date.

    The Bridge recreations - original series and Next Gen were cool,
    and each was a photo opportunity - just not with your own camera.

    You had to buy the pictures, and groups of fans only got one pic each -
    it would have been nice if each person had a chance to sit in the captain's chair - and they would have sold more photos.

    They had a couple of motion simulator rides - okay, but not great -
    and the big, secret "Finale" presentation was both lame and embarrassing.
    It featured Wil Wheaton and the guy who played Tuvok on Voyager,
    both of whom should have done better. Much better would be preferred.

    This let you out - a one way exit, by the way - into the gift shop.
    Surprisingly, this was also lame. Not much merchandise, and much was chessy. I was hoping for a Exhibit catalog featuring all the costumes and props well photographed, but no, nothing.

    They did have the Emcee Spock and Andorian figures, but no Kirks or Klingons.

    The tour is national, and if you're even a marginal Trekker, you should attend. You'll enjoy it, but probably wish there was more to it.

    r
    o
    b



    The coolest part of the exhibit!



    Kirk's classic outfit


    Kahhhhnnnn!!!!!



    The Center seat - where the action is



    Next Gen. sickbay set and costumes



    Mego lives!
  • Hotfoot
    Dazed and Confused
    • Dec 30, 2007
    • 2564

    #2
    Sounds disappointing. Guess I'll save my money for the Romulan and McCoy!
    Too many toys. Not enough space!

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    • BlackKnight
      The DarkSide Customizer
      • Apr 16, 2005
      • 14622

      #3
      Those Pics are Great ! Man, I'd like to see something like this, sounds interesting.... On a side note, I feel the need to get one of those Kahn outfits. That looks Pimp.
      ... The Original Knight ..., Often Imitated, However Never Duplicated. The 1st Knight in Customs.


      always trading for Hot Toys Figures .

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      • toys2cool
        Ultimate Mego Warrior
        • Nov 27, 2006
        • 28605

        #4
        Looks awesome to me,great pics..especially the Khan suit
        "Time to nut up or shut up" -Tallahassee

        http://ultimatewarriorcollection.webs.com/
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        • mitchedwards
          Mego Preservation Society
          • May 2, 2003
          • 11781

          #5
          Thanks for the review. The tour is coming to Nashville, I'll probably go see it


          Think B.A. Where did you hide the Megos?

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          • HardyGirl
            Mego Museum's Poster Girl
            • Apr 3, 2007
            • 13950

            #6
            Cool pics! I'll probably go to San Fransisco for the tour when it comes. Hey Bay Area Megoheads. Wanna get together and Trek out?
            "Do you believe, you believe in magic?
            'Cos I believe, I believe that I do,
            Yes, I can see I believe that it's magic
            If your mission is magic your love will shine true."

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            • jessica
              fortune favors the bold
              • Nov 5, 2007
              • 4590

              #7
              That Kahn outfit/photograph is awesome. I smell a custom!!
              Those who look outside dream. Those who look within awake.
              Samples of my work are found here: Life, Liberty and Pursuit of Happiness

              To do list:
              1:6 boots for Mathilda, 1:1 Romulan Commander outfit, Ursus helmet; Cornelius appliance
              1:9 scale ape's new suit for Cornelius;

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              • rchatlin
                Talkative Member
                • Jun 24, 2001
                • 5768

                #8
                I know the review was kind of a downer,
                but it was fun and I certainly don't regret going.

                All you need are a few like minded friends,
                and it's a couple of hours of geek heaven.
                Especially if you get group shots on the bridges.

                If you want to see more photos, just let me know.

                r
                o
                b

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                • jessica
                  fortune favors the bold
                  • Nov 5, 2007
                  • 4590

                  #9
                  Originally posted by HardyGirl
                  Cool pics! I'll probably go to San Fransisco for the tour when it comes. Hey Bay Area Megoheads. Wanna get together and Trek out?
                  Hardy Girl, let me know when this comes to San Francisco, and where in the city it takes place--I want to come. I hope I can still fit into my Lieutenant Uhura dress and find my wig. I totally want to Trek out. Is it just me or do they not have anything beyond February 2008, which all occur at Long Beach???
                  Last edited by jessica; Jan 31, '08, 3:12 PM.
                  Those who look outside dream. Those who look within awake.
                  Samples of my work are found here: Life, Liberty and Pursuit of Happiness

                  To do list:
                  1:6 boots for Mathilda, 1:1 Romulan Commander outfit, Ursus helmet; Cornelius appliance
                  1:9 scale ape's new suit for Cornelius;

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                  • Bo8a_Fett
                    Pat Troughton in disguise
                    • Nov 21, 2007
                    • 3738

                    #10
                    Nice pics...shame it wasn't more to your expectations....it looks similar to the display at the science museum in London...more than a few years ago ...they had the original bridge and next gen transporter room set up...but behind roped off areas...so again no photo oppertunities on set. If it ever comes round to London I may take the boys to see it....if its not too expensive.
                    ENGLISH AND DAMN PROUD OF IT British by birth....English by the grace of God. Yes Jamie...it is big isn't it....

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                    • johnmiic
                      Adrift
                      • Sep 6, 2002
                      • 8427

                      #11
                      The Bridge and sick bay look awsome man! You mean you can't whip out a camera and just satrt taking pics of the consoles and stuff? Did you have to sneak that pic out? Damn, I would like to see this.

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