Dollywoodlover20 Posted February 17, 2016 Posted February 17, 2016 Watched in a recent video on YouTube (Posted on the 15th) where Pete said they plan to send the first train over the hill near the end of this week. That's great news. Can you direct me to the said video? There ya go
WildEagle2014 Posted February 17, 2016 Posted February 17, 2016 RMC just posted this...pretty interesting to see if other smaller parks start getting RMC's more often.
markysharky17 Posted February 17, 2016 Posted February 17, 2016 RMC just posted this...pretty interesting to see if other smaller parks start getting RMC's more often. Isn't this the same layout as the t-Rex track they posted? But this one has wood track instead.
PVA62 Posted February 17, 2016 Posted February 17, 2016 RMC just posted this...pretty interesting to see if other smaller parks start getting RMC's more often. Isn't this the same layout as the t-Rex track they posted? But this one has wood track instead. Certainly looks that way.
chickenbowl Posted February 18, 2016 Posted February 18, 2016 From RMC's Facebook Looks like the quad down is at least kinda complete!
Dollywoodlover20 Posted February 18, 2016 Posted February 18, 2016 I swear I was just now posting the EXACT same pictures! Haha But yes, I would actually guess that they finished the quad down's entire stretch within a day. In that video, Pete said that even though the crew could handle TN's snow and cold weather, their hardest task was LR's steep and rugged terrain mixed with the heavy rain they've had. Plus if you've had any personal experience with Tennessee mud or "clay" as I like to call it mixed with rain, the stuff is like pure quicksand at times and very slick.
Nitro1118 Posted February 18, 2016 Posted February 18, 2016 This is such a damn beautiful ride. Amazing use of terrain, with a smoothly flowing layout that blends into the environment perfectly. I am so hyped to see the POV when it is finally released. It is one of the very few coasters hat has a realistic shot of being crowned the best overall coaster in the entire world. Dollywoid and RMC have come up with a very special design. Also, I've never been to Dollywood, but looking at how secluded the "layout" side of the mountain/hill is, night rides should be top notch and completely pitch black. CP is on the dockett for 2016, but this is at the top of my 2017 list for sure!
jarmor Posted February 18, 2016 Posted February 18, 2016 Its interesting to see the shorts for the bottom of the first drop will be virtually sittingg atop the ground vs.a bored footer.
CoasterDirected Posted February 18, 2016 Posted February 18, 2016 How long of a lifespan do you think RMC's have? Do you think they will last as long as traditional wooden coasters like Racer or Cyclone or will they eventually end up like steel coasters where they only have "so much time"?
RCF Posted February 18, 2016 Posted February 18, 2016 How long of a lifespan do you think RMC's have? Do you think they will last as long as traditional wooden coasters like Racer or Cyclone or will they eventually end up like steel coasters where they only have "so much time"? I would think with the topper track it would be best of both worlds. It can stay around for a long time with maitenence but not call for as much maitenence as a traditional woodie. For I-box track, I believe the same applies, but it would call for a complete remake of mainly the track itself. It could be a bit more of a price tag, however it is just a guess. Either way, I don't think this would be an issue we would see in any near future in the first place.
Comeagain? Posted February 18, 2016 Posted February 18, 2016 Part of the benefit of how the tracks (both kinds) is that the running surface can be replaced without replacing the rest of the track. It also could be made by any shop with the right equipment, not just by RMC.
coasterbill Posted February 20, 2016 Posted February 20, 2016 Watched in a recent video on YouTube (Posted on the 15th) where Pete said they plan to send the first train over the hill near the end of this week. So... how's that working out? Any updates?
thedlr Posted February 20, 2016 Posted February 20, 2016 ^ When were those taken? Track still not done?
Dollywoodlover20 Posted February 20, 2016 Posted February 20, 2016 I am loving the way this coaster is looking, just wished that back end was connected to the brake run (sigh)
TB305 Posted February 20, 2016 Posted February 20, 2016 On time opening is looking a wee bit doubtful.
DoinItForTheFame Posted February 20, 2016 Posted February 20, 2016 I don't think I have ever seen so many people worried about the track not being complete on a roller coaster before.
chickenbowl Posted February 20, 2016 Posted February 20, 2016 I don't think I have ever seen so many people worried about the track not being complete on a roller coaster before. It's just that opening day is less than a month away. Pete Owens in that video (from 2/15) said train "should be over the hill by the end of next week" implying this coming Friday (2/26), so as long as we see this track all finished up before then, we should be in fine shape!
WildEagle2014 Posted February 20, 2016 Posted February 20, 2016 We snapped several pictures of LR today...the first set from Dollywood Cabins, while the second set was taken from some condos on the ridge next to the site. Nice to see what a huge difference Lightning Rod will have on the DW skyline! Trick track appears to be done, but so far no track work done on the half loop. It's hard to see here, but there is one small section of track that hasn't been placed directly after the twist and shout element apparently where there was an access road.
thedlr Posted February 20, 2016 Posted February 20, 2016 ^ Awesome photos! Thanks. I'm not really worried so much as excited to see that baby do a test run. Plus, we're going end of April so plenty of time.
Generational Posted February 20, 2016 Posted February 20, 2016 This coaster looks amazing, especially with the forest in the pictures dirtying the frame, making it look like the coaster is a part of the forest. i most likely won't get to ride this coaster this year, but I am so excited that it is close to being finished.
Dollywoodlover20 Posted February 21, 2016 Posted February 21, 2016 Is what I love about LR is it literally takes on every curve that the hill does after the drop, making it very bumpy and twisty. That 90+ degree outward banked turn though. You just know that element is going to be intense.
CoasterGypsy Posted February 21, 2016 Posted February 21, 2016 I don't know about anyone else, but ever since the announcement I've thought the giant wave turn was one of the scariest looking elements on a coaster that I've seen. And now seeing it constructed only confirms it for me even more so. It just looks like the whole thing is on the verge of falling over RMC is bringing back a sense of fear into coasters with their designs, which seems to have been lacking over the past number of years. I like it
KarlaKoaster Posted February 21, 2016 Posted February 21, 2016 I agree! Also I love how crazy their elements look, but they never feel forced. I've never really liked S&S's El Loco coasters (for example...) because they always seem a bit unnatural and artificial somehow, but with RMC their twists and turns always have such a natural flow to them despite looking like something has gone horribly wrong.
SixFlagsAstroworld Posted February 21, 2016 Posted February 21, 2016 I have no idea what will be better: Outlaw Run or LR. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... Forget Outlaw Run, it's too common.
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