October Quarterly Contest 2015- Results Posted

[Mr. Freeze]

As they have not done it to my knowledge, it would be considered a unique element, but because they have done barrel rolls and 0g rolls, I would watch of where you put it and how long it is. Just my tid bit, and I bet Blase and/or Meta will probably say something as well.

[Blase Rhine]

The_Coaster_Team wrote:

Does a 161 degree over bank count as a unique element.

Well no RMC has done it so therefore its considered unique

Thanks

[Mr. Freeze]

NP

[Dirk_Ermen]

When I was reading the rules I was like: "2 unique elements? Ha! No RMC hasn't done any coaster without any inversions. (Yes, even NTG would have an inversion according to these rules.) So my unique element would be having no inversion! "
And then I read further and saw the rule: "Minimum one inversion" #fckit

[Mr. Freeze]

^ nice try Dirk

[Blase Rhine]

Quoted from the CC Skype group from Meta.

Here are a few hints regarding supports for the contest--

"You only have to use those supports, there's nothing in the rules about modification ;D
Also if you manage to make the truss structure more closely resemble nmr, you'll get extra points.

My advice would be to move the footers and free nodes directly below them to suit your needs, as each structure is only 4 footers/free nodes, it should be easy I built those using a bunch of offsets. I'd try to space the pasted structures just about equally apart and connect them with I/H beams that are offset identical to the analogous existing ones to create a smoother curve around your turnaround."

Does this step up air time hill count as a unique element

[Paradox]

That sounds like Six Flags' definition of a double up lol

Unique?

[Mr. Freeze]

The_Coaster_Team wrote:

Does this step up air time hill count as a unique element

To my knowledge, yes, but barely.

FuriousHornet wrote:

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Unique?

Which part are you asking about?

[Blase Rhine]

The_Coaster_Team wrote:

Does this step up air time hill count as a unique element

Technically yes its unique. just remember we are looking for things that are completely "outside the box". Coasters that have more of unique elements are likely to get judged higher in that category.

I assume most of us have a similar solution to the area on what is NMR's first turn around

[Mr. Freeze]

Only time will tell

So far I think everyone does, still haven't seen what anyone's done with the second half and that's where it's going to get interesting.

[Mr. Freeze]

Can't wait to see more pics, but I know that you guys are working hard, so keep it up and I know that the rides will be very exiting to judge.

Not sure RMC has featured this but if someone could tell me if it is unique then that would be great

[Blase Rhine]

Nope its not considered unique. Twisted Colossus has a very similar section on its track.

[Metazoanhaddock]

^i was gunna say

A little sneak peek for one of my unique elements.

A few questions due to things I've encountered with my design:

1. How will G-Forces be measured? I've noticed a few points in my ride where the comb says they are within the official requirements but a specific car in the train (typically the back) reads a bit higher than the acceptable range.

2. Will round or square tunnels be used to test for clearance?

3. I've got 4 potential unique elements on my coaster and I'd like to make sure at least two would be accepted as unique elements. Do any of the following not qualify as a unique element?

[TTD03]

Really loving the creativity of these! How would you guys feel if I retweeted some of these photos on the CoasterCrazy social media pages?

I think it would be pretty cool!

[TTD03]

Not an official judge but Hanging Curve and Triple Down are unique!

TTD03 wrote:

Really loving the creativity of these! How would you guys feel if I retweeted some of these photos on the CoasterCrazy social media pages?

Well now that you mention it, you have my full permission to use these photos: