Take a (digital) ride on MASSIV, the world's largest water coaster
GALVESTON, TX (KTRK) -- Wanna take a ride on the world's tallest water coaster?
While Schlitterbahn Galveston Island will not debut the new MASSIV water coaster until this summer, the park is giving you a front row seat right now with the use of technology.
WATCH: Climb aboard the virtual tour of the MASSIV ride
A new computer-generated ride video entices riders to take a turn in their new tubes, and it's bathing suit optional.
"We can't wait to ride MASSIV," says Ron Sutula, general manager at Schlitterbahn Galveston. "This ride video is the closest we can get until we open the ride in early June."
Sky Eye was over the scene of the highly-anticipated project last week. We saw progress as the workers toiled below getting MASSIV ready for its grand opening.
VIDEO: Watch as workers construct MASSIV water coaster in Galveston
WATCH: Schlitterbahn Galveston to open world's largest water coaster
When complete, the ride will have four uphill sections, an enclosed tunnel section, a translucent turn and then a triple-drop finale.
At 926-feet-long, it'll be the longest slide at Schlitterbahn Galveston. The official height is expected to be revealed next month.
There will be a lot of places also competing for your attention this summer.
Typhoon Texas, a brand-new water park, is about to open next month in the Katy area.
Applications being accepted for Typhoon Texas Water Park in Katy
Families can track the progress of Typhoon Texas at www.Facebook.com/TyphoonTexas, on Twitter and Instagram @TyphoonTexas.
The water park, which is next to Katy Mills Mall, will feature 16 attractions, including a number of water slides, a lazy river, wave pool and other wet and wild fun.
Typhoon Texas will host its grand opening on May 28.
