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#61

Construction/Rumors / Re: Project 2027 Tracker

Last post by sdcfan88 - March 14, 2026, 04:44:27 PM

I'm trying to figure out why everyone keeps saying these are Mack footers.  I've done a pretty good amount of google and youtube research since these footers started showing up.  They look more like a modern vekoma or B&M footer to me

It seems likely it is as these very closely resemble their construction methods. (4/6/8 studs evenly spaced) But if its somehow not from Mack I'd love to hear more ideas on what a "First in North America" coaster could be. Employees remain tight lipped on the ride type and manufacturer but keep saying it's gonna be "something big" and be a first in the USA/North America. These footers are bigger than anything found on both Wildfire and Time Traveler. And they continue to build more of them.

The weird thing is even though a lot are saying its NOT a Hyper, the closest I have found that looks similar to this is the construction of DC Rivals. The footer columns/bolt pattern, and the footer layout look almost identical. https://www.coastercrazy.com/forums/movie-park-australia-mack-coaster-t36605-25.html

#62

Construction/Rumors / Re: Project 2027 Tracker

Last post by Wildfire - March 14, 2026, 08:45:49 AM

I'm trying to figure out why everyone keeps saying these are Mack footers.  I've done a pretty good amount of google and youtube research since these footers started showing up.  They look more like a modern vekoma or B&M footer to me

#63

Dollywood Discussion / Re: New Indoor Ride - 2026

Last post by Coaster - March 14, 2026, 07:06:35 AM

Seems like a cool and unique ride concept. I'm interested to see the POVs when it opens. Most interesting part of the article is how it really sounds like DW is pushing to become a national destination on the level of the Orlando parks.

#64

General Silver Dollar City Talk / Re: 2026 Trip Reports

Last post by sdcfan88 - March 13, 2026, 11:22:20 AM

For those wondering the OG Fire In The Hole structure is still with us along with the adjacent cemetery as they did announce the latter is set to be moved to the new area.

Also while this was covered last year the view walking up to the Waterfall and AP sure is different now with the trees wiped clean.

#65

Construction/Rumors / Re: Project 2027 Tracker

Last post by sdcfan88 - March 13, 2026, 11:14:18 AM

I haven't seen any concrete signs of where the station foundation is being set nor any signs of tunnel work yet but I have strong suspicion it's gonna be where that excavator is. They are going hard digging a 20 ft deep channel and breaking rock with jackhammers.

#66

Construction/Rumors / Re: Project 2027 Tracker

Last post by sdcfan88 - March 13, 2026, 11:08:25 AM

Here is an update for Project 2027 including a photo dump. We got at least 100 footers in place now. Many additional forms are continuing to be built for more footers so they are not done with this stage of construction as of yet to my surprise. The clearing has expanded right up against the Powderkeg entrance too. AP is up and running with a new retention pond in place in the middle of the new construction with rock work in place. Many of these footers are HUGE.

#67

General Silver Dollar City Talk / Re: 2026 Trip Reports

Last post by kbosch1 - March 13, 2026, 09:04:20 AM

Happy Opening Day, everyone!   

#68

General Silver Dollar City Talk / Re: 2026 Trip Reports

Last post by missouripapa - March 12, 2026, 06:07:48 AM

Me and three grandchildren, 5,11,11. Going to start with Thunderation!

#69

General Silver Dollar City Talk / 2026 Trip Reports

Last post by sdcfan88 - March 11, 2026, 05:09:54 PM

Figured I'd start the SDC 2026 Season Trip Report thread.

Who's going to opening day on Friday?

#70

Dollywood Discussion / Re: New Indoor Ride - 2026

Last post by sdcfan88 - March 08, 2026, 05:59:43 PM

This will likely be our Flooded Mine replacement before too long.