
themeparkman25
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A few pics taken at SFOG
themeparkman25 replied to BJS1981's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
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Stratosphere's New 'Ride'
themeparkman25 replied to Twister II's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
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Kennywood (KW) Discussion Thread
themeparkman25 replied to DenDen's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
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A few pics taken at SFOG
themeparkman25 replied to BJS1981's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
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Well, from the looks of it, I have a couple pieces of advice. First, the transition from lift hill to first drop appears to be WAY too dramatic, meaning that it is not gradual. You go from ascending to descending in a matter of feet, definitely try to smooth that out so its not so crazy of a transition. As an after thought, the reason being that you would put awkward forces on the chain as one half of the train is half way down the hill while the other is still being "carried" up. And then just a pet peeve of mine, don't build 90 degree banking for the sake of building 90 degrees. Build the track based on forces, not banking, find a nice balance between the two and the coaster will be significantly better. Regardless, I am looking forward to some of your creations.
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Technical-This has been said before, but the trackwork could definitely use a little lovin'. It wasn't the pumpiest I have ever seen, but it had some interesting forces for sure. As Haux said, there was quite the spike on top of the camelback. In all, when you try to build your coasters, pay attention to the forces the track creates. On another note, the supports could definitely use some work in terms of accuracy. I thought the lift hill was weird though, that there was brakes, kickers and LIMs, I mean I ultimately thought that you could have gotten away with a chain hill. Adrenaline-It had some interesting elements and some fun moments of airtime, inversions and twisty! You did a nice job for having a smaller coaster in stature, that still packed some nice punches. Originality- It reminded of Formula X (I think that is the name of that other X car), but that is a good thing! Like I said, you had a nice selection of elements that really did make it fun.
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My Review of Canyon Blaster
themeparkman25 replied to TexasGiant1982's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
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Photo-TR: A Short Trip To Bahrain and Dubai!
themeparkman25 replied to Hattuchili's topic in Photo Trip Report Archive
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Washington to Kings Dominion
themeparkman25 replied to PaddyV's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Ironic you post this, because I was just looking this up today. There is a bus group called Apexbus that runs between New York and Atlanta with plenty of stops inbetween. They are very low cost considering the distances, and offer what appears to be pretty decent service. Apexbus Website I am planning a trip tentatively from May 9th through the 12th starting in DC and visiting SFA and then heading south to Richmond to visit KD and BGE. All in all, it should be a lot cheaper with the use of this company. Anyone want to come with me to SFA on the 10th, KD on the 11th and/or BGE on the 12th?! -
Whats up baby girl. Can I please be "Manta Enthusiast"? I just watched the POV you posted over on facebook, and realized how much I love that coaster. Pretty please! It would mean the world to me. Edit: Aren't you the cutest thing in the world! You know all, you title/creeper fairy! Lurve you.
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Kings Dominion (KD) Discussion Thread
themeparkman25 replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
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Official Windows 7 Discussion
themeparkman25 replied to andyuk200523's topic in Random, Random, Random
Robb-Use Google Chrome. I seriously love this browser in congruity with Windows 7! -
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^Slash we really can't vote until we see the park, period. haha. Coastergeek, don't worry about what we want to see as the next ride, it is your park, do as you see fit and with what you like. I do think if you would like some input on what to do better or something, you will definitely have to post some closer in screens and of more complete areas/attractions. Just keep working, it'll all work out.