Related Games / Six Flags South Carolina 1975-Today [RCT3]

I think it's one of those trains that has 2 people to a car instead of the usual 4.

1976

Hello all and welcome to our second season which also happens to be a special date for our country. Now before I announce our new addition, I would like to give a little background on it. In late November, an unusual squall line of severe thunderstorms moved through the Charleston area, greatly damaging the lift of this new ride. Our only option was to remove the lift and start over. We were not sure we would be able to open the coaster at the beginning of the season like we had hoped. But due to the hard work by our construction workers, the ride was completed on schedule.

We had already chosen a name for the ride, but after the storm came through, we decided to rename the coaster... Derecho, which is what came through Charleston last November.

Derecho stands over 100 feet tall and features a 101 foot drop. The ride features an out-and-back layout with numerous bunny hills. The trains are made up of six four-seater cars, allowing for 24 people to ride.




The lifthill greatly changes the skyline of our park!


Derecho's first drop is a big one!


Two large hills follow the first drop.


The turnaround.


Here's a better view of the turnaround.


You experience a good deal of "air time" right here.


The home stretch back to the station.

not really fond of the colours.

I like the layout but I think the land around it is missing something...

That update is the sex! Wow, never thought I'd find myself saying that one...

But really, those screens are awesome! And don't listen to Nokia, those colors are sweet. I like it a lot more than I would if the coaster itself was white. The natural feel of the lumber shows through, and I really like that. The only thing that would make this screen even better would be more trees, and some bushes. Then it would be orgasmic.

Can't wait for more additions to the '76 season!

1976

Well, we're about a week from opening and we've still got some minor things to finish up before everything gets rolling. We're expecting big crowds this season, especially with the addition of Derecho.
- Michael May


The queue and station house for Derecho were completed last week.


As you can tell by this ride's colors, it was originally going to be named something more patriotic than "Derecho".


You can see most of the layout here.


Derecho gives Parachute Falls a nice backdrop.


Our skyline has changed forever!


What a sight...

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Hey guys I am leaving for a mission trip in the Appalachian mountains tomorrow and I won't be back until next Sunday so unfortunately there won't be any updates until then. Wish us luck, we hope to get alot done!

Edited by coasterdude5, 03 July 2009 - 10:36 AM.

This is the best advertising this site has seen. The last screenshot is, well, as JDP would put it, epic. Awesome job!

Wow, that first screenshot looked so realistic! Lookin' good, Michael! Keep it up! (And on a side note, are you sure Derecho is stable, why without the supports?

Good lookin stuff man!!
-JDP

Can someone explain to me what a "mission trip" is, and why CD5 has to go on one?

Lovin' the station though. Looks fantastic!

Screen 1: I can imagine how I would walk there in reallife, nicely composed.

Screen 2: ^

Screen 3: Simple layout, good. I think the second en third hill need some more supports.

Screen 4: No comment, it just looks good.

Screen 5: Nice skyline.

Screen 6: Again a nice screen with a good composition. It's funny that Parachute Falls shows up behind the entrance.

What's a mission trip?

Isnt it something to do with religion??

It seems I was right

Great screens BTW

Edited by Louis!, 05 July 2009 - 05:01 AM.

Looking really nice. You can really feel the airtime on that wooden coaster. The architecture is very nice as always. Feels just as immersive as a real park. Looking forward to seeing what other coasters you decide to add as time progresses.

Good luck on the mission trip as well-- I did a few of them to Mexico in the past, and they're great experiences!

Isnt it something to do with religion??

It seems I was right

He's on a fucking crusade!

There's some great looking screens in this topic! I love how you take the pics from a peep's perspective, it really helps bring the park to life. Makes me want to give rct3 another go.

Wow, I'm gone for two days and I miss this! Great job man.

^ That's what you get for not being on everyday. I punch myself every time I miss a day. You never know what will get posted. Could be funny, could be awe inspiring (like CGAP), could be Kevin. It's like a box of chocolates! Mmmm.... Chocolate.

So, a mission trip is a religious thing? Well, it's his choice, but I really think he should focus on more important things. *coughCGAPcough*

1976

Welcome to the first day of our second season! The crowds today far surpassed last year's turnout. I have a gut feeling it had something to do with our new giant, Derecho.
- Michael May


The entrance area was packed before the park opened its gates for the day!


Some arrived as early as two hours before opening!


Seeing the ride in person made quite a few guests have second thoughts about riding, it's alot larger in person!


A new gift shop was constructed adjacent to the entrance of Derecho. In it you can find American-themed apparel. Our 200th birthday is right around the corner!


The first excited guests entered Derecho's queue line about five minutes after we opened.


The tension builds!


We'll have to wait until the train comes back to hear what the first group of riders think!

Hooray! He's back! *parade music*

Those are some nice shots. And the gift shop makes a nice addition as well! Can't wait for more!

as JDP would put it, epic.

-JDP