Project 2026 Tracker

sdcfan88 · February 15, 2025, 04:26:43 PM

I rode TNT at the end of the 24 season and it rode a lot better than it has in awhile. I didn't even feel the pothole going into the tunnel either. They have been redoing small segments of the ride over the past few years (photos were posted on older construction threads here) replacing bits of the track and support structure. This was probably another reason all the shrubbery was removed around the ride so they could have easier access with heavy equipment. SDC knows its a very unique coaster that's part of a dying breed of Arrow built attractions plus it just fits the general atmosphere of the park so well. I think it's safe to say it will be with us into the 2030's at least. The other train has been out for most of the season for an overhaul. Definitely not a sign the ride is going away if they are investing in it like that.

ColaSDC · February 23, 2025, 07:41:05 PM

My selfish hope is that the next major coaster is an Intamin LSM multi-launch in the style of velocicoaster. No reason for them to as they already have 2 launch coaster but dang it I can dream!
Although, if we're being realistic, a terrain-based hyper/giga coaster makes sense for the plot of land and park needs. Plus a giga in the woods is the stuff of dreams.

shavethewhales · March 03, 2025, 01:39:43 PM

I'd sure love for the rumor about the society of Ozarkan daredevilry coming back to be true. That was a great theme. At this point, there's barely any of it left. I haven't ridden AP in ages, but I assume the guy caught in the whirlpool is still there. That little scene has actually been around since the Jim Owen days if I'm not mistaken.

ColaSDC · March 03, 2025, 02:13:29 PM

Quote from: shavethewhales on March 03, 2025, 01:39:43 PMI'd sure love for the rumor about the society of Ozarkan daredevilry coming back to be true. That was a great theme. At this point, there's barely any of it left. I haven't ridden AP in ages, but I assume the guy caught in the whirlpool is still there. That little scene has actually been around since the Jim Owen days if I'm not mistaken.

If the daredevil theme is true, I wonder if an s&s axis coaster could work. First of its kind in america, and the ride vehicles could be themed to some obscure stunt. Maybe connect to dr. horatio again? it would be hard to fit one into SDC's "old-fashioned" theme, but if Time Traveler can work, an axis coaster could too.
https://www.s-s.com/ride-pages/axis-coaster

legoerosion · March 11, 2025, 07:44:58 PM

I can see it being a B&M Dive coaster if it's themed after the Ozarkian Society of Daredevils.

Swoosh · March 11, 2025, 08:50:58 PM

Added to the tracker:

Major land clearing has already begun between PK, WF and around AP.

Photos will be provided once park is open for the season

ColaSDC · March 12, 2025, 01:28:47 PM

Quote from: Swoosh on March 11, 2025, 08:50:58 PMAdded to the tracker:

Major land clearing has already begun between PK, WF and around AP.

Photos will be provided once park is open for the season

Excited! Will photos be posted tomorrow, or a couple days afterwards?

Swoosh · March 12, 2025, 11:41:48 PM

I have to lead a tour group Friday-Sunday so it might not be on here until Monday (via my blog) if you follow my X account @Midwest_Info or me on Reddit on r/rollercoaster I will be posting photos on there the day I take them.

ColaSDC · March 13, 2025, 09:02:04 AM

Quote from: Swoosh on March 12, 2025, 11:41:48 PMI have to lead a tour group Friday-Sunday so it might not be on here until Monday (via my blog) if you follow my X account @Midwest_Info or me on Reddit on r/rollercoaster I will be posting photos on there the day I take them.

two things:
1. Thanks for the information!
2. You're Midwest Infoguide?!?! I love your blog! I remember seeing the FITH 2.0 construction photos from you!

shavethewhales · March 13, 2025, 10:07:46 AM

Lots of photos are flooding into the various SDC FB groups, especially from mg. Looks like the whole area behind the waterfall has been wiped out. The AP tunnel is exposed. Wonder if this project will involve any big changes to the plunge?

ColaSDC · March 13, 2025, 01:37:48 PM

Quote from: shavethewhales on March 13, 2025, 10:07:46 AMLots of photos are flooding into the various SDC FB groups, especially from mg. Looks like the whole area behind the waterfall has been wiped out. The AP tunnel is exposed. Wonder if this project will involve any big changes to the plunge?

I can't imagine anything big will happen to AP, the park would have to announce the ride temporarily closing/major changes made. Some removed scenery, but I imagine the props/setpieces stay the same. Only thing I can think of is the new ride interacting with AP, but I dont see that happening.

jericho · March 13, 2025, 09:27:36 PM

@TPF just posted this video with some info. I'm perplexed about the Thunderation clue.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/pfzH9qvHb74

mg · March 13, 2025, 09:55:01 PM

Quote from: jericho on March 13, 2025, 09:27:36 PM@TPF just posted this video with some info. I'm perplexed about the Thunderation clue.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/pfzH9qvHb74

Rumor around the park today was that this may be Thunderation's last year.

mg · March 13, 2025, 10:01:41 PM

It is basically the area behind the waterfall, all the way along the path to WildFire, and to PowderKeg that is cleared. American Plunge and its lift sit in the middle of it with clearing all around it. It does look like the new construction is meant to coexist with American Plunge because they are extending the tunnel at the beginning of American Plunge. I will pictures here tomorrow.

Wildfire · March 14, 2025, 07:14:31 AM

I could see a Vekoma tilt coaster going there. It would be only the 2nd one in North America and they could make it taller/longer than Siren's Curse for better marketability