coasterdude5 Posted March 7, 2011 Author Share Posted March 7, 2011 2007 Offseason Update It's been quite a while, hasn't it? College has proven to be a lot more challenging than high school, but I think I'm handling it well. It's February and the park is rumored to make an announcement regarding this upcoming season within the week. I'm not getting my hopes up. With the turmoil the company as a whole has been experiencing lately, I don't expect anything of any real value this season. But we'll see. I came across a few interesting pictures of the park from way back in the 70s: Here you can see the park's old mine train coaster, Carolina Calamity. It's a shame I never got to ride... it seemed like a fun little coaster. This is the picture that got me. It's unbelievable how much the park has changed in the past 25+ years. No Gotham City Backlot, no Undertaker, no Batman, no nothing! The park sure has come a long way since its humble beginning. I'll be back home soon to bring you updates. Stay tuned! Signing off, Tommy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
braztaz Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Nice blast from the past. I really hope that one of these days you'll create another video showing us around the park... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 I miss heatwave and the parachute drop. It's incredible how far this park has come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marocg Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Today is March 15, I'm too curious Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterdude5 Posted March 14, 2011 Author Share Posted March 14, 2011 2007 Announcement Six Flags South Carolina Announces New Dining and Entertainment Options for 2007 Six Flags South Carolina will welcome well-known restaurant brand, Johnny Rocket's, at several locations within the park in 2007. From juicy burgers to creamy milkshakes, this American-themed counter-service restaurant will expand the already diverse dining options at the park. The Starburst Summer Concert Series, a Summer-long concert series featuring national acts such as Panic! at the Disco and Hinder will begin Memorial Day Weekend. "We are always looking to improve guest experience, and connecting our guests with known brands such as Johnny Rocket's and with a great concert series, we look forward to this year." Johnny Rocket's will open at two locations within Six Flags South Carolina in 2007. The Starburst Summer Concert Series will begin Memorial Day weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSiRockin Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Ah... 2007. The begin of ads (). Still hoping for a GCI! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freefallXL Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 That logo´s looking very good. What a big, huge Park. And what a one! [x]LIKE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterdude5 Posted March 15, 2011 Author Share Posted March 15, 2011 2007 25th Season It's great to be back in South Carolina! After an extended period of time away, it's better than ever to be back in home country. I stopped by the park on my way in so I didn't stay long but I did notice some of the new changes to the park this year. It is great to see this skyline again! I went straight to V2 after getting inside the park. The old Greenway Cafe has been extensively remodeled and is now a Johnny Rocket's. The food is alot better but the prices are outrageous. The exterior really changes the mainstreet area of the park. Not too far from Johnny Rocket's is the freshly-painted Green Pearl theater, now home to the Starburst Concert Series. It's an interesting color. I'll have more photos soon! Signing off, Tommy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WW1 Flying Ace Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 That Johnny Rocket's looks HUGE! It looks almost as big as the theater! Looks great as always, as happy as I am to see the park it makes sad to think the end is getting near. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkStitch626 Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 V2 seems to have had its supports for the spikes repainted! There is one dead give-away. Past up[dates have been blue! Now they appear like a tealish. Despite missing 1 support cap. Dark Blue support piece! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freefallXL Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 The old Greenway Cafe has been extensively remodeled and is now a Johnny Rocket's. The food is alot better but the prices are outrageous. Oh noes. It looks soo good,.. i really want to have some lunch at Johnny Rocket's, but i´m unfortunatly not that rich Nice update! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deathbydinn Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 V2 seems to have had its supports for the spikes repainted! There is one dead give-away. Past up[dates have been blue! Now they appear like a tealish. Despite missing 1 support cap. In true Six Flags spirit, the rides fading away! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterdude5 Posted March 16, 2011 Author Share Posted March 16, 2011 2007 25th Season I went by the park late this afternoon to take a couple spins on a few of my favorite rides at the park... mainly Superman! I forgot to mention yesterday that Chaos was removed during the off-season. The ride was rarely operating. This was probably for the better. I wonder what the plans are to replace it? Currently the ride's former foundation is serving as a designated smoking area. Undertaker's line was 90 minutes long. I decided to pass it for today. The park was especially crowded for a Friday. However, Superman's line was a more manageable 45 minutes long. The sun sets over my favorite park in the world. I'll be back soon! Signing off, Tommy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freefallXL Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 Perfect shots. It´s amazing what you can do with RCT3. I have only one thing to say: ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterdude5 Posted March 17, 2011 Author Share Posted March 17, 2011 2007 25th Season I was at the park for most of the day today. I went with a large group of friends from high school so I didn't spend a lot of time taking pictures. However I did take note of a few interesting things within the park. - Six Flags is serious about making a profit. The in-park advertising is borderline intrusive. It's everywhere you go! - I've heard that the park has no plans for a major thrill ride for the next couple of years. This isn't good (for thrill seekers, at least). - I've also heard that we should expect to see more well-known food brands next season including Papa John's. Onto the photos: I heard that Batman was to be repainted this season but that it was called off at the last minute. It needs a new coat of paint! Perhaps a new color scheme is in order. One of my friends threw up after riding Gotham City Crime Wave. It'll do that to ya! I love closing down the park at night. It's fun to be one of the last ones to leave. As you can see here, the Greenway Cafe has been converted into a Johnny Rocket's quick serve location. Signing off, Tommy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
braztaz Posted March 17, 2011 Share Posted March 17, 2011 It seems as if the old family feel is going away, and no thrill rides for a while is even worse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterdude5 Posted March 19, 2011 Author Share Posted March 19, 2011 2007 25th Season I have more photos for you today! It's good to see this skyline regularly. Johnny Rocket's is normally busy, but not today! I like how some things never change, like the bridge. Superman actually broke down while I was in line, so I came back at night to ride. Nighttime rides are the best! Signing off, Tommy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 Did they ever patch up that piece of fence near the bridge that used to be used for the boat ride? Great shots! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ Chavez Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 Just Download The Park After Six Flags South Carolina Over Please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterdude5 Posted March 21, 2011 Author Share Posted March 21, 2011 2007 25th Season This season has been slow. I think with the situation that Six Flags is currently in, all the parks are suffering. I just hope that we see some sort of activity in the next couple of years. With the influx of advertisments and the outrageous in-park prices, I can't see how this business model is going to pan out. I guess we'll see. I heard a bizarre rumor that all Intamin Impulse coasters at Six Flags parks will close at the end of this season. I don't believe it for a minute. Undertaker is in serious need of a new coat of paint! More in-park ads... The concert series has been nice. It's seemed to draw a lot of people to the park that don't normally visit. Goodnight! Signing off, Tommy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 That last shot looks very "Six Flags". It looks like Six Flags New England back when they had that Oktoberfest kind of section where Wiggles World is now. The placement of Superman is exactly the same too. I like it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geauga Dog Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 I really like the look of the outdoor concert venue. I also like the photo of the bridge with Superman you posted in your previous update. Very scenic. I'm going to hate to see this come to an end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 By the way, it's 15% or more. If Geico could save you 50% ot more everyone else would be out of business. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdub96 Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 I think he did that on purpose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davisal771 Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 It truly saddens me that the parks final seasons are coming near. I've been following this park since before I joined TPR, and it's been a wild ride Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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