[intaminboy]

Notice how the model had catwalks in both valleys of the second launch. Perhaps that indicates that the second launch will, indeed, count as a block.

[uscbandfan]

Notice how the model had catwalks in both valleys of the second launch. Perhaps that indicates that the second launch will, indeed, count as a block.

Maybe.
Doubt it though. The reason I say that is because one train isn't allowed into one block until the train in front clears the block. If the block ended at the valley, a roll back from the top hat would allow the train in front to come back into the valley.

I guess they could put the block sensor AFTER the top-hat and stop the next train at the second launch if necessary. That might work. It would definitely increase capacity. My guess is that a catwalk would be there for evacuation in case the second launch failed.. i.e. a power outage or something like that. That's the only point in the circuit where the train is dependent on something other than gravity to keep going. Without the launch, it wouldn't make the top-hat.

[phareous]

If there is the possibility that the launch could fail and a train would be stuck there, then surely there is a block transition there. It could not allow a train into the prior block while something is sitting there to be launched or they would run into each other if the launch failed

[Rabidfrog]

There were a ton of railroad cars on trucks in the parking lot yesterday (and more pulling in). With all the track already on site, could these be the cars themselves or just more parts?

[uscbandfan]

If there is the possibility that the launch could fail and a train would be stuck there, then surely there is a block transition there. It could not allow a train into the prior block while something is sitting there to be launched or they would run into each other if the launch failed

It wouldn't be a block if the first launch wasn't fired until the previous train reached the final brake run. The ride is pretty short....only 90 seconds from leaving the station to the final brake run. There's only 20 seconds between the first and second launch so no way they would even fire that first launch before then anyway. I'm thinking three trains. One in the station loading/unloading, one launching out of the barn onto the circuit, and one on the brake run. Essentially, just like Fury replacing Fury's lift hill block with the first launch block.

[phareous]

So you're thinking its all one big block, but since there is the possibility of it stalling (failure to launch), they have evacuation stairs there. Probably right considering there aren't many trains

[Rosko97]

Glad the rain finally let up today and they're putting track through the first loop.

[fonzlinney]

It is kind of hard to see on the live WebCam I wish they would clean the lens off

[hikernut79]

Looks like the track is through the loop or at least up to it now. It's so hard to see in the afternoon when the sun is out though. It also looks like the camera is slightly farther to the right but I may be imagining things.

[phareous]

It is kind of hard to see on the live WebCam I wish they would clean the lens off

Looks like a bird pooped all over it

[Rosko97]

I just look at the still and zoom in. It's easier to see than clicking play and turning on the video feed...

[Tinkerdog]

Got back on Wednesday from a week at Disneyworld...… if CopperHead Strike is anything like SlinkyDog Dash, you are in for a treat...……….. silky smooth and deceptively fun !

[JWitter]

Anyone know why there are about 100 tractor trailers sitting in the parking lot between South gate and water park gate?

[RiDeWaRrIoR]

No clue on why those trailers are there. I dont think it has to do with construction at all though, could be wrong.

Here are some pictures of construction from last night! I may take a few more tonight and share some!

[RollerBee]

https://youtu.be/rEzxiGVG7ps
I made a short video from and posted a group of pictures to Carowinds Zone’s Facebook page. I think the link is in my signature.