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[CW5X]

I say 'Surprise Coaster' because I didn't really think I'd have the motivation to build during the semester but apparently I did so here's another one. It's quite small but that's what I intended so it's fine by me. Another reason why is because I've changed my plans for this 4 or 5 times from the original concept so I'm building it as it comes to me which is where the issue lies. Where do I go next? I've had a little bit of builder's block. The couple of ideas I've had don't look like they're going to work for various reasons and space in my room is a bit tight, especially since I still want to be able to get to my drums this time. I'll try a few more random things and see if they'll work, a bit like the rest of the coaster.
Anyway, this is what I have so far.






















Comment on anything you want.

Edited by CW5X, 10 December 2014 - 05:43 PM.

[-=Zach=-]

That's sweet! So compact! Looks like Nitro. (No, not the hyper)

[CartRacer56]

i love this so far! and meybe a airhill or 0-G next? idk iv never made this kind of coaster

[Batwing]

Looks brilliant for a smaller, and largely unplanned, coaster! Those two loops really remind me SFOG's Ninja!
I really like realistic ride layouts like these!

So, in terms of subsequent elements, I would agree with cartracer for the zero-G, or two in-lines with a curve a la Colossus (TP)
Or, if you've got speed, you could thread the loop to prolong the helix, then put inversions in?

Anyway, great coaster, keep going!

[timtimlaz]

This reminds me of something that Fraggie would build, like the seven-day-table-top-compact-goodness coasters. I like it a lot and thinking about making a few of these coasters at once, but I doubt it since I barely build anymore(dumb homework).

[The Stig]

I was surprised. This has a nice style so far.

[NFC]

You don't see that many double loops anymore. I like this..... Great work mate.

[Gvus]

This is a really interesting build and I love averything about it so far.

[SCM]

Do you have a test run? I'm curious to know how fast the train goes through that.

[+Timmeh+]

If you look closely in the last picture, you can see gump hiding in that cupboard. Ah hah! The jig is up!

[Mister Piglette]

I like what you have. Although I think the brake run looks very awkward in one of the pictures.

[Cobra Roller]

I love your drop and vertical loops. Do you plan on adding a catwalk to that MCBR? I feel that would make it look a lot nicer.

[CW5X]

[quote name='TheZachMan28']That's sweet! So compact! Looks like Nitro. (No, not the hyper)[/QUOTE]

Thanks.

[quote name='cartracer56']i love this so far! and meybe a airhill or 0-G next? idk iv never made this kind of coaster[/QUOTE]

Thank you.

[quote name='Batwing']Looks brilliant for a smaller, and largely unplanned, coaster! Those two loops really remind me SFOG's Ninja!
I really like realistic ride layouts like these!

So, in terms of subsequent elements, I would agree with cartracer for the zero-G, or two in-lines with a curve a la Colossus (TP)
Or, if you've got speed, you could thread the loop to prolong the helix, then put inversions in?

Anyway, great coaster, keep going! [/QUOTE]

Thank you. Going through the loop turned out to be the best option.

[quote name='Timonator']This reminds me of something that Fraggie would build, like the seven-day-table-top-compact-goodness coasters. I like it a lot and thinking about making a few of these coasters at once, but I doubt it since I barely build anymore(dumb homework).[/QUOTE]


Thank you. I don't think I was around for those little builds.

[quote name='CKpro']You don't see that many double loops anymore. I like this..... Great work mate.[/QUOTE]

Thanks.

[quote name='The Stig']I was surprised. This has a nice style so far.[/QUOTE]

I was surprised too. Thank you.

[quote name='Gvus2001']This is a really interesting build and I love averything about it so far.[/QUOTE]

Thank you.

[quote name='SCM']Do you have a test run? I'm curious to know how fast the train goes through that.[/QUOTE]

I was going to post one, but since I haven't lubricated my cars since probably July, I've had to play about with it a bit though. I will post one before the final video though. Thank you.

[quote name='TimmehTheAmazing']If you look closely in the last picture, you can see gump hiding in that cupboard. Ah hah! The jig is up![/QUOTE]

Darn. You got me. All the K'nex Land stuff was just a front for what he was actually working on.

[quote name='greenpig1111']I like what you have. Although I think the brake run looks very awkward in one of the pictures.[/QUOTE]

It is a bit awkward but it has to fit in the space and I got unlucky with the track splicing. It may smoothen with the addition of the extra flexis, it may not. That's the way it has to be unfortunately. But thanks for the feedback.

[quote name='The Cobra Roller']I love your drop and vertical loops. Do you plan on adding a catwalk to that MCBR? I feel that would make it look a lot nicer.[/QUOTE]

I will at the end when I'm doing the details. I'm focussing on track work and supporting just now. Thank you.


Thanks for all the responses guys (never had so many at once). Much appreciated as always.
So I tried out a couple of the suggestions and the zero g roll option was causing a few problems and even after going through the loop, I was having a few speed issues so I went with a nice easy corkscrew which actually fits quite nicely. That's why this update is a little later than when I wanted it to be but anyway. Shut up me. Picture time.

Edited by CW5X, 27 November 2014 - 04:48 PM.

[Jumpge]

Dude, this coaster is awesome.

[Gvus]

I approve.
Looks nice, smooth, strong and twisty, awesome.

[Cobra Roller]

^ A very apt description of this coaster. I love the compact style.

[Muzz135]

This is so cool! Perfect shaping! Could we see a test vid?

[Helmut]

The lay-out is great. Your shaping has improved so much since you joined SSC, because right now it is flawless.

[MrRemcoStyle]

You did a great job on this coaster, shaping is perfect, layout is perfect, the whole coaster! Nice to see 3 inversions on a compact like this.

[-=Zach=-]

Marvelous job on this one, I can't find any flaws. Very impressive speed loss too. Nice job.