coasterdude5 Posted July 23, 2010 Author Posted July 23, 2010 (edited) 1996 18th Season Tidal Wave was closed today. No word on why it was closed for the entire day. Scooby Doo has really brought new life to the Main Street area. I think this area is good to go for a few years. The Greenway Cafe Today was a good day! - Joe Edited September 25, 2015 by coasterdude5
808Freq Posted July 23, 2010 Posted July 23, 2010 Very nice updates in the last couple of days. I especially liked the picture where we were 'waiting for Derecho to return to the station'. The symmetry of the architecture is just cool.
coasterdude5 Posted July 26, 2010 Author Posted July 26, 2010 (edited) 1996 18th Season It's been a couple of weeks since I last visited the park. I've heard that the crowds have been especially heavy this summer. With another popular brand, Scooby Doo, being added to the park's lineup of attractions, families are really starting to flock to Six Flags South Carolina. Which is, of course, a great thing! I guess I should start the day off on a somber note - I was told by a "source" that Parachute Falls' days are numbered. I was told that the attraction would be removed within the next 3 years. With that being said, be sure to get your rides in now! Derecho was closed for most of the morning. I was told the ride was experiencing "technical difficulties." Roadrunner Express is a hit with the families as well as the new Scooby Doo attraction. Time to go take a spin on "The Batman." The line was pretty lengthy. I was told lights will be installed on the lifthill later this week. It will be interesting to see how they look! I was also told to watch this area for next year's expansion. But let's not get ahead of ourselves here. I'm going to enjoy a ride on Washout to end a great day at the park! See you again soon! - Joe Edited September 27, 2015 by coasterdude5
davisal771 Posted July 26, 2010 Posted July 26, 2010 Parachute Falls is leaving. Six Flags Enthusiast will be quite upset
KI Kidd Posted July 26, 2010 Posted July 26, 2010 This is just incredible! I just finished reading the first 70 pages and I honestly wish there were 70 more! Keep up the great work.
CorkscrewFoley Posted July 26, 2010 Posted July 26, 2010 Do I see an Intamin second gen drop tower taking Parachute Falls place?
GrabowskiEnterprises Posted July 26, 2010 Posted July 26, 2010 HersheyPark St. Paul (Grabowski Gardens) would love to buy PF, is it for sale?
coasterdude5 Posted July 27, 2010 Author Posted July 27, 2010 (edited) 1996 18th Season The park is moving right along through this hot summer month of July. It seems the park is always packed, even during the middle of the week! I asked Joseph Reynolds and he told me one Charleston Gardens logo was intentionally left to pay tribute to the park in its original form. I think this will be the area to watch for next season. I believe Batman is my favorite ride at the park. But I still love the park's other coasters as well! Have a great evening! - Joe Edited September 27, 2015 by coasterdude5
coasterdude5 Posted July 28, 2010 Author Posted July 28, 2010 (edited) 1996 18th Season It's late July and we're headed towards construction time! Little is known about next year's expansion but it looks like it will feed off from the Gotham Backlot area. Land clearing has begun in the area behind the fence. Will we see a new area? Will we see a new rollercoaster? I don't think it's likely that we would see another dark ride. I guess we'll learn what Six Flags has "cookin" in a few weeks! - Joe Edited September 27, 2015 by coasterdude5
CorkscrewFoley Posted July 28, 2010 Posted July 28, 2010 I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a Premier spaghetti bowl coaster, or some kind of Premier launcher...This keeps getting better John...even if you said no to my GASM. lol!
coasterdude5 Posted July 29, 2010 Author Posted July 29, 2010 (edited) 1996 18th Season August is here and I was told that the announcement for next year's attractions will be made tomorrow! I'm very excited to hear what kind of "insanity" Six Flags is preparing for us! The lines were quite lengthy today. I waited over an hour for Batman! But, as always, it was well worth the wait. Happy riders depart the Batman station. Roadrunner Express had a line, as well! I'll see you tomorrow for the big announcement! Edited September 27, 2015 by coasterdude5
Mastersax68 Posted July 29, 2010 Posted July 29, 2010 I vote Stand-Up. Great work on the park, as usual.
coasterdude5 Posted July 30, 2010 Author Posted July 30, 2010 1997 19th Season Announcement SIX FLAGS SOUTH CAROLINA - GOTHAM TO GROW IN 1997 Join Six Flags South Carolina in 1997 as we welcome a larger Gotham Backlot with two new rides, a stunt show, and expanded food options. Batman and Robin Live Action Show Batman and Robin take to the stage in the Batman and Robin Live Action Show, a high energy stunt show starring your favorite superhero duo, Batman and Robin. Guests will be treated to explosions, water effects, and mindbending action stunts. Gotham City Crime Wave Help Batman fight crime in Gotham City. 20 riders will board a giant gondola that flips, spins, and plunges. Water effects included! Chaos A spinning, turning, flipping ride that takes no prisoners! Chaos is like nothing you've ever seen before. Backlot Commissary Movie stars have to eat, too! Grab some much deserved grub such as burgers, fries, and milkshakes. Six Flags South Carolina opens for its 19th season this April. SIX FLAGS and all related indicia are trademarks of Six Flags Theme Parks Inc. ©1997. BATMAN, ROBIN, SUPERMAN, THE JOKER, MR. FREEZE, DC SUPER HEROES and all related characters, names and indicia are trademarks of DC Comics ©1997.
deathbydinn Posted July 30, 2010 Posted July 30, 2010 That's awesome! I can't wait to see the stage for the stunt show.
KDcoasterMAN Posted July 30, 2010 Posted July 30, 2010 ^ Now that we know what the park is getting next year we can speculate about a new coaster... My guess? either a B&M Floorless in 1999, Premier Launcher in 1998, or maybe a B&M Stand-up in 1998. Any of those would be awesome!
Dotrobot Posted July 31, 2010 Posted July 31, 2010 you know 55000 views has to be the most viewed thread on the games forums
davisal771 Posted July 31, 2010 Posted July 31, 2010 Yay!!!! A Chance Chaos and a Huss Top Spin!!! My 2 favoite flat rides!!!!
coasterdude5 Posted August 2, 2010 Author Posted August 2, 2010 1997 19th Season Today was the first day of the park's 19th season. It's hard to belive the park has had that many years of operation! It was great to see the new area - it looks fantastic! However, what I heard from a "source" at the park was even more exciting. This "source" told me that Six Flags has applied for height variances for THREE attractions that will "exceed 200 feet in height." This "source" told me that these attractions would be built over the next three years. With the park's 20th year quickly approaching, I'm sure next year's new attraction will be huge. I can't wait! Now, onto today's photos: The park tried to preserve as many trees as possible, while also planting many more. Joseph Reynolds told me his team is really trying to retain the "gardens" aspect of the former era of the park. Chaos had a huge line - it seems to be a hit with the crowds. I'm not exactly sure how "Chaos" fits into the Gotham Backlot. But I'm sure there is a lot of "Chaos" in Gotham. They say it's a safe ride! The Gotham City Crime Wave opened about an hour late. It was a hit with the crowds as well. I thoroughly enjoyed the Batman and Robin Live Action Show. I was allowed to take some pictures of the set before the show began. Batman and Robin roamed the park between shows to sign autographs. The theater only seats a couple hundred, but there are three showings throughout the day to give everyone a chance to see it. I'll have more photos from opening day tomorrow. - Joe
jps294 Posted August 2, 2010 Posted August 2, 2010 What great pictures as always.. Can't wait tell tomorrow..
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