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for one disneyland For enthusiasts who took their 15,000th lap on Monday at an auto-racing attraction inspired by the animated movie “Cars,” it’s not about winning.
It’s about the ride.
John Alan Hale said he was looking forward to trying out the Radiator Springs Racers ride at Disney California Adventure after undergoing gastric bypass and knee replacement surgery in 2010 and 2011. He said he soon involved himself in riding, which began in 2012, and he began tracking his races in a notebook, writing down his car’s color, lane, and whether he won or lost.
“I fell in love with traveling,” said the television technician from Brea, California.
Hale said he started carrying a sign to mark every hundredth ride, and recalled how Disneyland employees applauded when he reached 1,000.
On Monday, Hale rode the ride with friends who work at the theme park, wearing a “Cars” themed hat and holding a $15,000 sign.
Hale said he visited anaheimCalifornia, the resort has been recognized as the “Happiest Place on Earth” more than 1,100 times. He said he rode an average of 13 times each trip, largely due to the fast-moving lines for single riders.
He said he never gets tired of it, especially because he never knows which car will take the lead and win.
“You never know who’s going to win the race,” Hale said. “There’s no pattern to who wins or who loses.”
Hale said there is no formal record of the ride inspiring the attraction since 2006. pixar The film was released by Walt Disney Pictures. He said Disneyland officials said they didn’t have one and Guinness World Records said they don’t even track it. Disneyland officials did not immediately comment on the Hale ride on Monday.
But upon his discovery, Hale said he came up with more than just a number. He has gotten to know people at the park and has made friends with some of the staff.
“It’s like family,” Hale said. “Everyone recognized me, they’re supporting me.”