gabeUSA 5 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 ? Does anyone else have a comment on this? This looks interesting to me... Link to post Share on other sites
Athensfan 1081 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 If you all don't mind revisiting one of our previous tangents, Rogge himself referred to London as the first 3-time Olympic host in his recent speech to the IOC in London: http://sports.yahoo.com/news/rogge-confident-games-leave-legacy-london-213304985--oly.html Does anyone else have a comment on this? This looks interesting to me... Extremely suspicious. I'm SO tempted to say "I told you so," but it's still too early. Link to post Share on other sites
NY20?? 98 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 I'm not sure about the gold(?) umbrella-like things, but the black structure behind them next to the stadium are simply external stairs leading to the stadium's upper bowl. They've always been there as you can see in older pictures of that side of the stadium But I agree, those umbrella-like things are suspect. We need closer, clearer pictures. Link to post Share on other sites
gabeUSA 5 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 I'm not sure about the gold(?) umbrella-like things, but the black structure behind them next to the stadium are simply external stairs leading to the stadium's upper bowl. They've always been there as you can see in older pictures of that side of the stadium But I agree, those umbrella-like things are suspect. We need closer, clearer pictures. I absolutely agree, this has been my thought as of recent. I'm not trying to kill the surprise but enhance it. I am excited for Friday but I am very curious about this cauldron. I need them to bring the glamour that Atlanta didn't in design, and that China lacked in emotion. Link to post Share on other sites
paul92 93 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 Sorry to ruin this theory but since I was there today I reckon I would have noticed something like that. Anyway...took a look at the photos I took and I think what you are looking at is the lights. Link to post Share on other sites
paul92 93 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 ...but the black structure behind them next to the stadium are simply external stairs leading to the stadium's upper bowl... There is a larger black structure connected to the stadium at the back (or on the other side to where the Orbit is) however I think its just an area for VIPs seeing how it is right where the IOC members/queen ect are sitting in the stadium. I did however notice this weird area which half looks like it is still being constructed next to the Olympic Stadium + the white dome? Anyone got any ideas? Link to post Share on other sites
Athensfan 1081 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 Sorry to ruin this theory but since I was there today I reckon I would have noticed something like that. Anyway...took a look at the photos I took and I think what you are looking at is the lights. Ah. Probably so. Link to post Share on other sites
baron-pierreIV 1693 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 There is a larger black structure connected to the stadium at the back (or on the other side to where the Orbit is) however I think its just an area for VIPs seeing how it is right where the IOC members/queen ect are sitting in the stadium. I did however notice this weird area which half looks like it is still being constructed next to the Olympic Stadium + the white dome? Anyone got any ideas? is that on the north side? Yeah; looks intriguing. Link to post Share on other sites
Scotguy 330 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 What is this? Link to post Share on other sites
HJPro 8 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 Is it possible that those 5 rings would fly around and would be reunited alltogether as an official 4 rings logo on the top of the roof in the area floodlit on its north side ??? And that would link in with the 5 final torch bearers that have been rumoured in the news! Link to post Share on other sites
thepianoman 5 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 There is a larger black structure connected to the stadium at the back (or on the other side to where the Orbit is) however I think its just an area for VIPs seeing how it is right where the IOC members/queen ect are sitting in the stadium. I did however notice this weird area which half looks like it is still being constructed next to the Olympic Stadium + the white dome? Anyone got any ideas? Could this be it? If it's on the north side of the stadium, where all the planning applications have pointed to, then this is surely what we've been looking for? Looks very similar to how Vancouver's cauldron looked during construction- anyone got any closer shots? Link to post Share on other sites
Athensfan 1081 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 This is a super strange, crazy idea..... is it possible the cauldron could levitate somehow? Could it float in space under it's own power in some way? Like I said... strange and crazy. Just thinking...... Link to post Share on other sites
davidm2012 0 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 Greetings everyone from Dallas, Texas USA! I have been following this thread over the past week and have been reviewing everyones comments and suggestions and finally decided to join the conversation. Dallas was actually on of the cities considering bidding for the games in 2012, but was eliminated by the USOC during its bid selection process. You can read more about that here. http://www.gamesbids.com/english/bids/usa.shtml Much has change in Dallas since then, urban development has grown, our public transportation system has expand and improved (also one the cheapest systems in the US), and new sport venues have been built. We hope to submit a potential bid again to host the games in 2024. You can read more about the 2024 Summer Olympic Games and its bids here on Wikipedia. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2024_Summer_Olympics At this point, I'm kind of clueless like most in this thread of where the London 2012 Cauldron will be located, but I will say I do not believe it will be on the orbit. This has been reported many times it is not the location if you do some research. (Athensfan I'm sure will be glad to hear this since I know he has gone over and over again on this multiple times.) In respond to the latest large black cube structure seen above, (Which is indeed being built on the Northwest Side of the Stadium) this structure was starting to be partially built about the same time as the pods surrounding the stadium were which is shown here in this photo from Wikipedia. The photo is dated April 16, 2012. http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/60/Olympic_Park%2C_London%2C_16_April_2012.jpg Although it's hard to confirm or see what this structure is or contains at this point, I think this could be a strong possibility of the cauldron location since it is north of the stadium, is fenced off, a guard is standing out front, and is surrounded by black coverings. Only time will tell as the opening ceremony gets closer. I'll try to keep up with the thread as much as I can, but until then, I wish London all the best on the games! Congratulations on winning the title of being the first city to host the Summer Olympic Games 3 Times! Link to post Share on other sites
paul92 93 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 And that would link in with the 5 final torch bearers that have been rumoured in the news! I highly doubt that since they have already been used as part of an act. And actually there are only 4 rings on the roof. The 5th (and centre ring) comes from elsewhere (i'll #savethesuprise and won't tell you where) but it is awesome when they do join together. Link to post Share on other sites
paul92 93 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 In respond to the latest large black cube structure seen above, (Which is indeed being built on the Northwest Side of the Stadium) this structure was starting to be partially built about the same time as the pods surrounding the stadium were which is shown here in this photo from Wikipedia. The photo is dated April 16, 2012. http://upload.wikime..._April_2012.jpg Yeh that is the VIP I was talking about. I've explained it more here. I am guessing that it is a bar/lounge place but it would make complete sense as they would need somewhere to look after (wine and dine) the IOC members. Link to post Share on other sites
davidm2012 0 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 Yeh that is the VIP I was talking about. I've explained it more here. I am guessing that it is a bar/lounge place but it would make complete sense as they would need somewhere to look after (wine and dine) the IOC members. That VIP section isn't what is shown above. Thats located to the west of the stadium. The area in the posts above is located just below the VIP section in that picture in the Northwest near where the pods are. Also now I get a better look at it, this structure is being built directly above the walkway which appears to lead into the stadium itself. Link to post Share on other sites
davidm2012 0 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 This is the area I was referring to which shows where the large black cube structure is being built in the Northwest by the pods. Notice how its been built above the walkway which appears to lead into the stadium itself. Link to post Share on other sites
james-dean 0 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 Thanks Hawk and Paul for posting this, finally some firm evidence. The Orbit is off the list and so my shortlist is down to one, a separate external tower structure, but no signs of that anywhere. I can't see them taking a backward step and going for a little ceremonial Cauldron or a Seoul-style Cauldron which could only be seen by those inside the Stadium once ignited. 4 days to go, a hidden Cauldron structure or pre-assembled hastily erected one has got to make it's appearance very soon you would think, for testing on-site. Does anyone know if there are any more rehearsals this week? - perhaps the Cauldron will be installed and tested some after the last of the rehearsals. Yes, I'm going to the final rehearsal tomorrow evening! Link to post Share on other sites
AustralianFan 57 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 (edited) I did however notice this weird area which half looks like it is still being constructed next to the Olympic Stadium + the white dome? Anyone got any ideas? That VIP section isn't what is shown above. Thats located to the west of the stadium. The area in the posts above is located just below the VIP section in that picture in the Northwest near where the pods are. Also now I get a better look at it, this structure is being built directly above the walkway which appears to lead into the stadium itself. Excellent finds Paul and David, are both these photos of the same new construction from different angles and taken at different times? It looks like they are. This might just be one of the final parts to the puzzle. Yes, I'm going to the final rehearsal tomorrow evening! Enjoy the last rehearsal James-Dean, what an amazing set of memories coming your way. I guess after the rehearsal is over and the audience is gone, they might have a support structure fully erected on that spot and the Cauldron ready for some late night run-throughs. Edited July 24, 2012 by AustralianFan Link to post Share on other sites
baron-pierreIV 1693 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 (edited) sharper fotos of recent shots, pls. Edited July 24, 2012 by baron-pierreIV Link to post Share on other sites
davidm2012 0 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 sharper fotos pls. This is the same pic taken from Wikipedia. It's a large image so this is the sharpest it goes. Link to post Share on other sites
kinetic 6 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 This is the area I was referring to which shows where the large black cube structure is being built in the Northwest by the pods. Notice how its been built above the walkway which appears to lead into the stadium itself. This is an old photo. That ramp leads down to one of the vomitories that lead into the stadium itself, and the two gangways are cable bridges linking down to the several barges on which some of the monster amount of power units for the stadium sit. You'll see those barges in a series of photos way, way back in this thread. Sorry to be the bearer of disappointing non-cauldron news! Link to post Share on other sites
davidm2012 0 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 sharper fotos pls. For higher quality of the same pic, go here. http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/60/Olympic_Park%2C_London%2C_16_April_2012.jpg Link to post Share on other sites
kinetic 6 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 I'm wondering if those barges in these earlier June photos are still there off to one side in the canals at the northern end of the stadium and if those objects on them have revealed themselves as yet .... Ah yes, here's a later photo of that spot. Trust me. I've seen them. Link to post Share on other sites
baron-pierreIV 1693 Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 This is the same pic taken from Wikipedia. It's a large image so this is the sharpest it goes. Thanks, David. I meant sharper fotos of NEW pictures. Above is an old one showing nothing I haven't already seen. Link to post Share on other sites
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