U.S. Draft (Draft Thread)

[Eclipse]

Here's the list of rules:

-Players have 12 rounds to make the most well-rounded park. The order will be selected randomly and will reverse at the end of each round.

-Players will have 24 hours to make their pick; once the player has made the pick or 24 hours has passed, the next player may make their pick. If you do not meet the deadline, than your pick will be skipped until the end of the draft, which then is when you can makeup your pick. If you miss atleast 3 picks, you will be disqualified and your picks will be put into the Pool.

*-The Pool will be compromised of picks that a disqualified person has made. Once the picks are put into the Pool, they are available to everyone and will be given on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you happen to miss a pick and there are picks available in the Pool, you may makeup your missed pick with a coaster in the Pool but you must wait atleast 3 turns until you may makeup your pick.

-I will also ask that nobody makes suggestions for coasters people should pick. It's not fair to other members and such posts will be deleted.

-When making a pick, a post should contain the full name of the coaster. Abbreviations for parks will be allowed as long as they are exact.

-About making trades: For trades to be official, both sides need to officially agree to the trade by posting here saying that you either announce or confirm the trade in question.


Here's the list of coasters that are eligable:

-All coasters must be operating. (includes coasters experiencing minor breakdowns or minor rehabs)

-Coasters that are no longer standing or not running this year are not eligible. (includes coasters being relocated or coasters experiencing a major rehab)

-A coaster under construction cannot be picked until it is running and open to the public.

-A coaster can only be picked once; once it is selected, no one else may select it again.

*-You may not select two of the exact same coaster with the same manufacturer. Ex: If you pick Batman: TR (SFMM), then you cannot pick another B&M invert unless you get rid of it. But you are able to pick a Vekoma invert (though i don't know why you would :laugh:) This rule also applies to Wooden Coasters!

"Your Name" = your turn to pick
"Your Name" = you are next to pick
$= coaster is on the trading block
X = missed pick

Round 12 of 12

1. Jake
- Voyage (Holiday World)
- Nitro (Six Flags Great Adventure)
- Kumba (Busch Gardens Africa)
- Big Thunder Mountain (Disneyland)
- Batman: The Ride (Six Flags Magic Mountain)
- Space Mountain (Disneyland)
- Tony Hawk's Big Spin (Six Flags Fiesta Texas)
- Kingda Ka (Six Flags Great Adventure)
- Jackrabbit (Kennywood)
- Medusa (Six Flags Great Adventure)
- Shockwave (Six Flags Over Texas)
- Kentucky Rumbler (Beech Bend)

2. Luxornv
- Top Thrill Dragster (Cedar Point)
- The Boss (Six Flags St. Louis)
- The Dark Knight (Six Flags Great America)
- Dominator (Kings Dominion)
- Gemini (Cedar Point)
- Mr. Freeze (Six Flags Over Texas)
- Hades (Mt. Olympus Theme Park)
- Vertical Velocity (Six Flags Great America)
- Raptor (Cedar Point)
- Desperado (Buffalo Bill's Resort)
- Manhattan Express (New York New York Hotel & Casino)
- X Coaster (Magic Springs)

3. R.C.
- Beast (Kings Island)
- Tatsu (Six Flags Magic Mountain)
- Xcelerator (Knotts Berry Farm)
- Patriot (Worlds of Fun)
- Tony Hawk's Big Spin (Six Flags Discovery Kingdom)
- Flying Super Saturator (Carowinds)
- Led Zeppelin - The Ride (Hard Rock Park)
- V2: Vertical Velocity (Six Flags Discovery Kingdom)
- Backlot Stunt Coaster (King's Island)
- Big Bad Wolf (Busch Gardens Europe)
- Half Pipe (Elitch Gardens)
- Great Chase (Six Flags New England)

4. thedeadfrog
- Maverick (Cedar Point)
- Expedition Everest (Disney's Animal Kingdom)
- Mystery Mine (Dollywood)
- PowderKeg: A Blast in the Wilderness (Silver Dollar City)
- Ghostrider (Knott's Berry Farm)
- Montu (Busch Gardens Africa)
- Boardwalk Bullet (Kemah Boardwalk)
- Superman Krypton Coaster (Six Flags Fiesta Texas)
- Speed (Nascar Cafe)
- Deja Vu (Six Flags Magic Mountain)
- Roller Soaker (Hersheypark)
- Dragon (Legoland California)

5. Eclipse
- Superman: Ride of Steel (Six Flags New England)
- Thunderhead (Dollywood)
- Boulder Dash (Lake Compounce)
- Kraken (SeaWorld Orlando)
- Alpengeist (Busch Gardens Europe)
- Journey to Atlantis (SeaWorld Orlando)
- Revenge of the Mummy (Universal Studios Hollywood)
- Storm Runner (Hersheypark)
- Space Mountain (Magic Kingdom)
- Avalanche (Timber Falls Amusement Park)
- Tony Hawk's Big Spin (Six Flags Over Texas)
- High Speed Thrill Coaster (Knoebel's Grove)

6. apsterling XX
- Millenium Force (Cedar Point)
- Afterburn (Carowinds)
- Desert Storm (Castles n' Coasters)
- Raging Bull (Six Flags Great America)
- Wildfire (Silver Dollar City)
- New Mexico Rattler (Cliff's Amusement Park)
- Invertigo (California's Great America)
- Woodstock's Express (Cedar Point)
- Mantis (Cedar Point)
- Cedar Creek Mine Ride (Cedar Point)
- Volcano: The Blast Coaster (King's Dominion)

7. Haunt-Freak X
- Renegade (Valleyfair)
- Apollo's Chariot (Busch Gardens Europe)
- Flight Deck (California's Great America)
- Fahrenheit (Hersheypark)
- Hydra The Revenge (Dorney Park)
- SheiKra (Busch Gardens Africa)
- Spongebob Squarepants Rock Bottom Plunge (Nickelodeon Universe)
- Pony Express (Knott's Berry Farm)
- Eagles: Life in the Fast Lane (Hard Rock Park)
- High Roller (Valleyfair!)
- Journey to Atlantis (SeaWorld San Antonio)

8. Exceller
- El Toro (Six Flags Great Adventure)
- Goliath (Six Flags Over Georgia)
- Riddler's Revenge (Six Flags Magic Mountain)
- X2 (Six Flags Magic Mountain)
- Phoenix (Knoebel's Grove)
- Phantom's Revenge (Kennywood)
- Talon (Dorney Park)
- Ravine Flyer II (Waldameer)
- Mindbender (Six Flags Over Georgia)
- Incredible Hulk (Islands of Adventure)
- Screamer (Scandia Amusement Park)
- Journey to Atlantis (SeaWorld San Diego)

9. Brandon
- Tremors (Silverwood Theme Park)
- Griffon (Busch Gardens Europe)
- Dueling Dragons (Islands of Adventure)
- Matterhorn Bobsleds (Disneyland)
- Revenge of the Mummy (Universal Studios Orlando)
- California Screamin (Disney's California Adventure)
- Wildcat (Hersheypark)
- Ninja (Six Flags Magic Mountain)
- Tennessee Tornado (Dollywood)
- Goliath (Six Flags Magic Mountain)
- Twister (Knoebel's Grove)
- Big Thunder Mountain (Magic Kingdom)


Pool:
- Fairly Odd Coaster (Nickelodeon Universe)
- Wicked (Lagoon)
- Disaster Transport (Cedar Point)
- Montezooma's Revenge (Knott's Berry Farm)
- Medusa (Six Flags Discovery Kingdom)
- Flight of Fear (King's Dominion)
- Batman: The Ride (Six Flags Great America)

REMEMBER!: You may only pick coasters located in the U.S.!

[Jake]

Score, the Jake goes first.

I'll start it off with one of the best coasters in the world, The Voyage at Holiday World. (http://www.rcdb.com/id3231.htm)

[Luxornv]

Top Thrill Dragster

[thedeadfrog]

Micheals up, Remember, regardless if the homepage is updated or not, if it's your turn, you still only have 24 hours from that post.

Also, I know this is proboly just a peeve of mine...But could have some sort of format to the picks? Atleast the nessicessitys like The Coaster name, the park name, and a RCDB link. With an optional picture? It helps to picture just exactly everything is.

I'm looking foreward to my pick :3.

[Eclipse]

Unfortunately Michael had to drop out due to school. thedeadfrog is now on the clock as of this post.

[Michael]

^ Thankyou for understanding :smile:

[thedeadfrog]

R.C. Misses his pick then? Alright...

Maverick- Cedar Point.
http://www.rcdb.com/ig3570.htm

[R.C.]

^No, I shouldn't have missed it. I should have until tomorrow to pick, because we didn't find out that Michael quit until this afternoon.
I was confused when I saw that he said you were on the clock. I guess we'll have to wait and see what Eclipse says...

So my pick will be:

Beast @ Kings Island
RCDB Link (http://rcdb.com/id67.htm)

[Eclipse]

R.C. Misses his pick then? Alright...

Maverick- Cedar Point.
http://www.rcdb.com/ig3570.htm


No, that was my mistake sorry R.C. If he so chooses to pick Maverick, than he can. Otherwise, the picks shall move on

[R.C.]

No, I don't want Maverick. Thanks for clearing it up for us!

So now 3xinvert is on the clock!

[thedeadfrog]

I was confused too...I just didn't want to miss my pick.

[3xinvert]

Oh, wow, I'm up? Uh, ok...I'm gonna go with my all time fave coaster:

Storm Runner - Hersheypark.
http://www.rcdb.com/id2498.htm

[Brandon]

^It is now over the 24 hour mark for Youhow2's pick, therefore Eclipse is now up to pick.

[Youhow2]

I choose Griffon

[Jake]

You don't get to pick anymore, you waited too long to pick so you have lost your turn.

[Youhow2]

Wait! huh? nooooo!!!!!!!

[Eclipse]

^Ya bud im sorry but you missed your turn.

As for me, I am very suprised that my pick is still available this late in the first round (usually taken in the top 3) For my first pick, I'll take Superman: Ride of Steel @ Six Flags New England, the #1 coaster in the world for the past couple years! (according to Mitch Hawkers Poll)

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p1064.jpg

[thedeadfrog]

Hey, that's usualy my first round pick XD

[apsterling]

I'll take the Blue MilF.

AKA, Millennium Force at Cedar Point!

[Haunt-Freak]

I'll take Renegade at Valleyfair

[Exceller]

I'll take El Toro - Six Flags Great Adventure

[Brandon]

Probably no surprise to anyone but anyway, i'll take Tremors at Silverwood Theme Park.
http://www.rcdb.com/id550.htm


And for my next pick, I will take Griffon at Busch Gardens Europe.
http://www.rcdb.com/id3631.htm

[Youhow2]

And for my next pick, I will take Griffon at Busch Gardens Europe.
http://www.rcdb.com/id3631.htm


You suck.

Wait, how do you get two picks in a row?

[Eclipse]

You suck.

Wait, how do you get two picks in a row?

Order reverses after each round

[Exceller]

Goliath - Six Flags Over Georgia
http://www.rcdb.com/id3290.htm

[thedeadfrog]

First draft youhow?

[Haunt-Freak]

Damnit you stole my pick! ^^
I'll take Apollo's Chariot at BGE.

[Youhow2]

First draft youhow?

Yeah, my first draft.

[apsterling]

I'll take Flight Deck at Carowinds.

[Eclipse]

For my next pick, I'll take one of the highest-ranked woodies in the world. I choose Thunderhead at Dollywood

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p9279.jpg

[Youhow2]

I'll take Sheikra at BGA....

[3xinvert]

Nitro-Six Flags Great Adventure

[thedeadfrog]

2:Expedition Everest-Walt Disney’s Animal Kingdom
http://www.rcdb.com/id2389.htm (http://www.rcdb.com/id2389.htm)

[R.C.]

I'm going to pick up... Tatsu @ SFMM. RCDB link here (http://rcdb.com/id3305.htm).

[Luxornv]

The Boss at SFStL
http://rcdb.com/id616.htm

[Luxornv]

I know this is a double post, but I have a question. If Jake misses the 24 hour deadline, will he miss both of his picks, or will he only miss one and then have another 24 hours to make the next pick?

[Dan]

Well, I know the way we used to play was that the first and last drafters got 36 hours to make both picks.

[Jake]

Sorry guys, I've been a bit busy today (I know, crazy right?)

I'll take Montu and the old standby Kumba.

[Luxornv]

I know I'm a little early on this, but I'm going to go with The Dark Knight at SFGAm. http://rcdb.com/id4046.htm

If necessary, I'll wait until 10am tomorrow for it to become official.

[Eclipse]

^Technically yes, but ill let it slide this time.

Oh and as far as having 36 hours for 2 picks, i think its quite pointless. Usually, when it comes time for someone to pick, there are 2 or 3 coasters that are sticking out in their mind. I don't think the extra 12 hours would really make that much of a difference. But hey thats just one mans opinion

[R.C.]

^Your opinion matters though....

I'll pick up Xcelerator @ KBF....
RCDB Link Here (http://rcdb.com/id1574.htm)

[thedeadfrog]

Mystery Mine- Dollywood
http://www.rcdb.com/id3609.htm (http://www.rcdb.com/id3609.htm)

[Dan]

^Technically yes, but ill let it slide this time.

Oh and as far as having 36 hours for 2 picks, i think its quite pointless. Usually, when it comes time for someone to pick, there are 2 or 3 coasters that are sticking out in their mind. I don't think the extra 12 hours would really make that much of a difference. But hey thats just one mans opinionThe point is that they get a bit more time so that they don't lose two picks at once, but they don't get 48. The thinking behind the time is, someone who doesn't show up in 36 probably won't show up in 48. It's not about how long they have to think.

[Eclipse]

So do you all think we should extend it to 36 hours?

[Dan]

I know I keep going on about this, so I apologize for that. However...

You're actually decreasing a 48 hour period to 36 hours. It's meant to save time, but still give the people on each end extra time because they have more to lose.

[Eclipse]

I know I keep going on about this, so I apologize for that. However...

You're actually decreasing a 48 hour period to 36 hours. It's meant to save time, but still give the people on each end extra time because they have more to lose.

Don't worry man its ok.

I actually haven't run into this sort of problem yet and I was going to keep it at 24 hours. But after hearing some of your points, I agree that 36 hours is suitable.

[thedeadfrog]

3xinvert missed his pick.
Youhow2 has been up since 6:20 PM today [my time.]
Leaving him approximatly 21 hours to pick.

[Haunt-Freak]

Oh yeah and apsterling, you might wanna correct your pick. There isn't a flight deck @ Carowinds, only an Afterburn. . . (Stupid name changes)

[Youhow2]

Since I dont think there are any other giovanola's that I think are gonna interfere with any of my choices, I'll take Goliath at SFMM. A nice Hyper with alot of force.

[3xinvert]

3xinvert missed his pick.
Youhow2 has been up since 6:20 PM today [my time.]
Leaving him approximatly 21 hours to pick.

Wait...what? Aw crap. I now officially hate my internet. Stupid lousy piece of junk can never connect to here...rrrggh!

[Eclipse]

For my next pick, I was going to go with some kind of looper. But I figured that this pick was too good to pass up! I'll take the world'd only Mountain Coaster, Boulder Dash at Lake Compounce

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p10283.jpg

[MaverickManJZ]

Australian Draft: Scooby Doo wins it all.

Exceller is looking pretty good right now.

[apsterling]

I'm'a take everyone's "Favorite", Desert Storm at Castles n' Coasters. Really.

[Haunt-Freak]

I'll take Flight Deck at California's Great America (I think that's what it's called now haha).

[Exceller]

Riddler's Revenge - Six Flags Magic Mountain

[Brandon]

Alright, for both of my picks, I will take....

Dueling Dragons @ Islands of Adventure
and
Matterhorn Bobsleds @ Disneyland.

[Exceller]

I'll take the "all-new" X2 - Six Flags Magic Mountain

[Jake]

^ Well done.

[Eclipse]

I'll take the "all-new" X2 - Six Flags Magic Mountain

damn i was hopin peeps forgot about that coaster.

:thumbup1: good choice

[Luxornv]

Looks like haunt-freak missed the pick. Onto apsterling.

[apsterling]

I'll take Raging Bull at SFGA

[Eclipse]

For my next pick, I'll take IMO the best floorless out there. I pick Kraken @ Sea World Orlando

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p596.jpg

[Michael]

^ Good taste :wink2:

[Youhow2]

I'll take Fahrenheit at Hershey park

[Norcal Twists]

Definetly voting for Eclipse at this point.

[Eclipse]

Well 3xinvert has missed his pick. thedeadfrog is on the clock as of 11:22 AM (EST)

[3xinvert]

Notice of withdrawal sent to Eclipse. Storm Runner and Nitro are now up for grabs. Thanks for everything.

[thedeadfrog]

Poweder Keg: A blast in the wilderness- Silver Dollar City
http://www.rcdb.com/id1903.htm (http://www.rcdb.com/id1903.htm)

[Jake]

I drop Montu for Nitro.

[Haunt-Freak]

I don't think you can do that but. . . I dunno. I know what I'm picking!

[thedeadfrog]

Unless the rules have changed, that was a perfectly legal move...

[R.C.]

I'll pick up Patriot @ World's of Fun.

RCDB link here (http://rcdb.com/id3244.htm).

[Luxornv]

Dominator @ King's Dominion
http://rcdb.com/id4079.htm

[Eclipse]

I drop Montu for Nitro.

Yes that move is legal. The rule states that you must wait 3 turns if you plan to make up a missed pick from the pool or if you just made your pick.

[Jake]

I'll take Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at the Disneyland Resort, and Batman: The Ride at.. SFMM? I guess?

Oh, and Montu is at Busch Gardens Tampa, not Europe.

[Luxornv]

I'll pick up Storm Runner at Hershey Park.

[Jake]

I thought you were not allowed to pick up coasters from the pool without dropping one of your own into it?

[Luxornv]

I'm not entirely sure on that one. Since it's my turn, I don't see a reason why I shouldn't be able to pick it. However if I do have to drop a pick to get something from the pool, I'll pick something else. I'll PM my alternate to Eclipse now if I cannot pick Storm Runner legally.

[Jake]

^ Good plan, as I'm not 100% sure either.

[Eclipse]

Just to clarify,

You may only take a pick from the pool if:

A) You have missed a pick.

or

B) You want to swap out one of your picks for one of the pools picks. You may not use a pick to take something up from the pool. You have to pick another coaster that has not been chosen yet and must wait a minimum of 3 turns.

I know its kind of confusing. So if you still have questions, please feel free to PM me. Sorry for the confusion!

[R.C.]

I'll pick up Tony Hawk's Big Spin @ SFDK.

RCDB link here (http://rcdb.com/id4044.htm).

[Jake]

^^ It's to prevent people from picking up a coaster, then dropping it the same turn and picking up a coaster from the pool. Not that I have any experience with that ;).

[thedeadfrog]

GhostRider-Knott's Berry Farm
http://www.rcdb.com/id526.htm

[Youhow2]

Well If I understand correctly, Storm runner is still up for grabs, so I'll take that, and I do also believe this is my third turn since I missed it so I can grab something from the pool if I want it right?

[thedeadfrog]

I'm quoting this because I don't want to look like an idiot if it gets edited.


Well If I understand correctly, Storm runner is still up for grabs, so I'll take that, and I do also believe this is my third turn since I missed it so I can grab something from the pool if I want it right?

Er...No...
I think you've gotten it backwards.
You can only pick from the pool if you drop a coaster or if you have missed a pick...

Too quote a few posting back...



Just to clarify,

You may only take a pick from the pool if:

A) You have missed a pick.

or

B) You want to swap out one of your picks for one of the pools picks. You may not use a pick to take something up from the pool. You have to pick another coaster that has not been chosen yet and must wait a minimum of 3 turns.

I know its kind of confusing. So if you still have questions, please feel free to PM me. Sorry for the confusion!

[Brandon]

Um, I'm confused, since Youhow hasnt technically picked, doesnt he lose his turn? It's been over 24 hours since CJ made his pick.

[Jake]

^ Yes, that is correct.

[Eclipse]

Well If I understand correctly, Storm runner is still up for grabs, so I'll take that, and I do also believe this is my third turn since I missed it so I can grab something from the pool if I want it right?


Well there are a few things wrong with that. Technically, you are able to take Storm Runner because you have missed a pick. But you can't use your current pick to take it. So in essence, you missed another pick.

Gosh I guess we got alot more kinks to work out than I thought :confused1:

Anyways, its my turn to pick again. For my next choice, I will pick the #1 inverted coaster (According to RCPro's Top 10 editorial :thumbup1:) I choose Alpengeist @ BGEurope

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p832.jpg

[Michael]

^ Awesome coaster, awesome picture :smile:

[Youhow2]

Well there are a few things wrong with that. Technically, you are able to take Storm Runner because you have missed a pick. But you can't use your current pick to take it. So in essence, you missed another pick.

Gosh I guess we got alot more kinks to work out than I thought :confused1:

Anyways, its my turn to pick again. For my next choice, I will pick the #1 inverted coaster (According to RCPro's Top 10 editorial :thumbup1:) I choose Alpengeist @ BGEurope



hold up, It was 3 turns since I missed my pick, so I can pick from the pool right? I was able to pick from the pool to make up a pick, Which I did, but I just missed my other choice right?

[Eclipse]

hold up, It was 3 turns since I missed my pick, so I can pick from the pool right? I was able to pick from the pool to make up a pick, Which I did, but I just missed my other choice right?


If you miss a pick, you must wait atleast 3 turns till you are allowed to pick up another coaster from the Pool. So yes you were able to pick up storm runner. But since you didn't make a choice for your regular pick, you missed it and now have 2 strikes. So if you miss another pick, you will be booted from the draft.

[Jake]

So, he got Storm Runner.. but has two strikes, correct?

[Eclipse]

correctamundo

[apsterling]

I'm going to nab WildFire at Silver Dollar City.

[Michael]

^ Finnaly :wink2:

Now that I'm done with school, I can't wait for the third draft :cool1:

[Haunt-Freak]

I'll take Avalanche from Timber Fallz

[Exceller]

I'll take Phoenix - Knoebels
http://www.rcdb.com/pd29.htm

[Brandon]

Pick 1: Revenge of the Mummy - Universal Studios Florida
http://www.rcdb.com/id2232.htm

Pick 2: California Screamin' - Disney's California Adventure
http://www.rcdb.com/id731.htm

[sheikra182]

^In the words of Borat...."Very Nice". Man that's a good sight seeing ROTM up there haha.

[Exceller]

Phantom's Revenge - Kennywood
http://www.rcdb.com/id123.htm

[Eclipse]

Just so you guys know, I will be out of town from June 1-5. So the front page wont be updated and you wont recieve any draft PMs. So please make sure to always check back frequently until then. As for my pick, I would like to PM someone them so they can announce it for me while im gone. Anyone interested?

[Jake]

You can PM me, Eclipse.

[Haunt-Freak]

I'll take Hydra from Dorney

[Luxornv]

Looks like apsterling has missed his pick, and it's on to Eclipse.

[Jake]

Eclipse PMed me his picks, and he would like Journey to Atlantis (SWO).

So it is now youhow's turn.

[Youhow2]

I'll take the incredible hulk at IOA

[thedeadfrog]

My first unplanned pick >.>

Talon-Dorney Park
http://www.rcdb.com/ig735.htm

[Jake]

^ Wait.. we were supposed to plan this!?

R.C. has pmed me his pick in his absence.

He wants the Flying Super Saturator.

[Luxornv]

Mr. Freeze @ Six Flags Over Texas
http://rcdb.com/id281.htm

[Jake]

I'm taking Space Mountain at the Disneyland Resort and Tony Hawk's Big Spin at Six Flags Fiesta Texas.

[Luxornv]

I'll go with Hades at Mt. Olympus
http://rcdb.com/id2667.htm

[Eclipse]

Hey guys!

Just wanted to let you all know that I am back. I updated the front page but double-check my work to make sure thats its error-free.

Also just wanted to thank Jake for lending a hand. You really were a great help!

[R.C.]

^Agreed! Jake was a huge help.

I'll take Led Zeppelin - The Ride @ Hard Rock Park
RCDB: Click here (http://rcdb.com/id3852.htm).

[Jake]

Looks right to me, Eclipse.

And, no problem, glad I could help.

[thedeadfrog]

Boardwalk Bullet- Kemah Boardwalk
http://www.rcdb.com/id3757.htm

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p20679.jpg
Photo via: www.RCDB.com

[Youhow2]

I'll take flight of fear at KD

[Eclipse]

For my next pic, I'll take one of the most innovative rides of our time. I choose Revenge of the Mummy (US Hollywood)

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p9542.jpg

[SnooSnoo]

I just wanted to say.. you guys are missing out on A LOT of good rides.

Just to say.. :)

[apsterling]

I'll take New Mexico Rattler at Cliff's Amusement Park in lovely New Mexico, which I spent the week in!

[Haunt-Freak]

I'll take the Fairly Odd Coaster at Nick Universe

[Exceller]

Raptor - CP
http://www.rcdb.com/id1.htm

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p8200.jpg

[Brandon]

I will take...

Wildcat at Hersheypark and Ninja at Six Flags Magic Mountain.

[Exceller]

Ravine Flyer II - Waldameer
http://www.rcdb.com/id3917.htm

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p21597.jpg

[Haunt-Freak]

I'll take SpongeBob SquarePants Rock Bottom Plunge (http://rcdb.com/id3727.htm) at Nickelodeon Universe.
http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj129/VALLEYfairGIRL/KIF_5021.jpg

[apsterling]

I'll take Invertigo at California's Great America.

[Eclipse]

For my next pick, I'll take a coaster that is one of the best suspended coasters out there. I choose Big Bad Wolf @ BGE

http://www.realcoasters.com/images/buschgardenseurope/bigbadwolf1.jpg

[Youhow2]

I'll take Volcano at KD.

[thedeadfrog]

Superman:Krypton Coaster-Six Flags Fiesta Texas

[R.C.]

I'll take V2: Vertical Velocity @ SFDK.
RCBD link here (http://rcdb.com/id1143.htm).

http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p13/RCMTHEii/SFDK%203%2015%2008/PIC_1083-1.jpg
The only 45* impulse coaster in the world. And yes, it does have an inversion.

[Eclipse]

Youhow2 has been banned from the site. His picks have been transferred to the pool.

I would like to drop Big Bad Wolf and pick up Storm Runner

[Luxornv]

Not that I'm trying to copy other picks, I'm going to take Vertical Velocity at Six Flags Great America.

http://rcdb.com/id747.htm

[Jake]

I'll be taking Kingda Ka from Six Flags Great Adventure, and the Jack Rabbit from Kennywood.

[Luxornv]

Ok, I think this is the last one I'll be picking from SFGAm :P

Batman: The Ride
http://rcdb.com/id5.htm

[R.C.]

I'll take Backlot Stunt Coaster @ Kings Island.
RCDB Link Here (http://rcdb.com/id2860.htm).

[Haunt-Freak]

Can I take Sheikra?

[Jake]

^ Only if you drop one of your coasters.

[Haunt-Freak]

I'll drop the fairly odd coaster in replace of Sheikra.

[thedeadfrog]

Hmm, I thought because he had missed a pick more than 3 turns ago he could pick a coaster from the pool without trading...Oh well.

Speed-Nascar Cafe

[Jake]

I didn't think we were allowing people to replace picks.. but you may be right. I thought we had abolished that rule in the last draft.

[thedeadfrog]

The Pool will be compromised of picks that a disqualified person has made. Once the picks are put into the Pool, they are available to everyone and will be given on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you happen to miss a pick and there are picks available in the Pool, you may makeup your missed pick with a coaster in the Pool but you must wait atleast 3 turns until you may makeup your pick.


-.-

[Eclipse]

He could have picked one up to make-up for his missed pick.

Anyways, for my next pick, I was looking to tend to some of the younger folks. I choose Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p1114.jpg

[Jake]

^ It's my fault that he dropped that coaster, I think you should let him keep both coasters, as I confused him.. haha.

Oh, and my Space Mountain is better then your Space Mountain!

[apsterling]

I'll take Woodstock Express at Cedar Point, for my kiddy coaster!

[Haunt-Freak]

And I'll take Pony Express at Knotts!

[Exceller]

I'll take Mindbender - SFOG
http://www.rcdb.com/id37.htm

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p103.jpg

[Brandon]

I'll take...

Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain @ Indiana Beach
http://www.rcdb.com/id460.htm
(Yes, this is a CCI... however, it is a CCI Hybrid [wood track, steel structure]... So technically, it shouldnt clash with my first pick, Tremors, a CCI Wooden [wood track, wood structure])

and

Tennessee Tornado @ Dollywood
http://www.rcdb.com/id534.htm

[thedeadfrog]

^ It's my fault that he dropped that coaster, I think you should let him keep both coasters, as I confused him.. haha.

Oh, and my Space Mountain is better then your Space Mountain!

Or he could just pick up what he dropped with his miss...:biggrin:

[Exceller]

Medusa - Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
http://www.rcdb.com/id617.htm
http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p582.jpg

[Jake]

Or he could just pick up what he dropped with his miss...:biggrin:

My head hurts. :p

[Eclipse]

I'll take...

Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain @ Indiana Beach
http://www.rcdb.com/id460.htm
(Yes, this is a CCI... however, it is a CCI Hybrid [wood track, steel structure]... So technically, it shouldnt clash with my first pick, Tremors, a CCI Wooden [wood track, wood structure])



Unfortunately, this is not a valid pick. According to rcdb.com, This coaster is a wooden coaster designed by CCI, just like his other pick, Tremors. He had sent me a PM prior to his pick and I was unable to reach him on time. So, he will be given 24 hours from this post to make another pick. But Exceller's pick will stay for now. After Brandon remakes his pick, the order will resume in natural order starting with Haunt-Freak.

P.S. - Just a tip, if you ever have questions regarding your picks validity, just use rcdb.com as your bible ;)

[Jake]

^ That is absolutely ridiculous. If I can have two different styles of B&M coasters, why can he not do the same with wooden roller coasters?

[Eclipse]

^ That is absolutely ridiculous. If I can have two different styles of B&M coasters, why can he not do the same with wooden roller coasters?

Like I said, according to rcdb (which is what I use to make decisions), it is not separated into a different style. A different type of support does not change the style of the coaster. If this is something you guys would like to change for future drafts, I have no problem doing so. But for this draft, the rule stands.

[BrandonH]

I am new to the site. I am just wondering when the next draft will be and how I can get in, rules ect. Thanks

[Brandon]

It's okay, I dont mind that rule for this draft, however, I would like to see woodens and hybrids from the same company allowed in the next draft.

Anyway, since Eclipse was kind enough to give me a 24 hour grace period for that last pick, here is my replacement.

Wicked @ Lagoon
http://www.rcdb.com/id3534.htm

[Haunt-Freak]

I'll take Eagles, Life in the Fast Lane at HRP.

Nice to mix up a little family action in there.

[apsterling]

I'll take Mantis at Cedar Point

[thedeadfrog]

I'll trade in Talon for Montu.

[Brandon]

I'll trade in Wicked for Goliath (SFMM).

[Eclipse]

For my next pick, I chose to stick again with something family-friendly. I pick Tony Hawk's Big Spin (I know were still not done with these lol) @ Six Flags Over Texas

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p19841.jpg


thedeadfrog was unable to post here today, so he pmed me his pick. He chose Deja Vu @ Six Flags Magic Mountain

[Haunt-Freak]

Talon (which is in the pool) is from Dorney not KBF.

[Haunt-Freak]

Hold up could I trade Avalanche for Fahrenheit?

[Jake]

^ Yep, you certainly could.

[Eclipse]

Then I will drop THBS for Avalanche

[R.C.]

I'll take Montezooma's Revenge @ Knott's Berry Farm.
RCDB Link Here (http://rcdb.com/id292.htm).

[Luxornv]

Desperado at Buffalo Bill's Resort.

http://rcdb.com/id103.htm

[Jake]

I'll take Medusa at Six Flags Great Adventure, and Shockwave at Six Flags Over Texas.

[Luxornv]

Despite what people think of the manufacturer of this coaster, I think the ride itself it is pretty good:

The former Manhattan Express (now known as Roller Coaster) at New York New York Hotel & Casino.

http://rcdb.com/id139.htm

[R.C.]

I'm going to drop Montezooma's Revenge @ KBF and pick up Big Bad Wolf @ BGE from the pool.

[R.C.]

Sorry for the double post, but it is necessary to keep the times right. I didn't realize it was my turn again when I dropped Montezooma's Revenge.

My next pick will be Half Pipe @ Elitch Gardens.
RCDB Link Here (http://rcdb.com/id2648.htm).

[thedeadfrog]

*Tired*

I'll take Roller Soaker at Hersheypark!
http://www.rcdb.com/id1497.htm

[Eclipse]

I will continue my family friendly streak and choose Disaster Transport @ Cedar Point

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/51/Disaster_Transport_Cedar_Point.JPG (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/51/Disaster_Transport_Cedar_Point.JPG)

[Exceller]

I'll drop Raptor for Talon and Medusa for Incredible Hulk

[Michael]

I will continue my family friendly streak and choose Disaster Transport @ Cedar Point

That's the only pick you've made that I don't understand. The ride really is pretty lousy, even for a family ride. And you already have avalanche, so why a second toboggan?

[thedeadfrog]

Most likely to trade it for something in the pool.
Or he might personaly think it's a good ride.

Either way, let him pick what he wants to. :D

[Haunt-Freak]

That's the only pick you've made that I don't understand. The ride really is pretty lousy, even for a family ride. And you already have avalanche, so why a second toboggan?

Dude, he picked Avalanche at Timber Falls, not KD.

[Michael]

Dude, he picked Avalanche at Timber Falls, not KD.

His post simply said Avalanche and did not state which park, so I had nothing to go off of.

[thedeadfrog]

I hope everyone has their last picks in mind!

[Eclipse]

That's the only pick you've made that I don't understand. The ride really is pretty lousy, even for a family ride. And you already have avalanche, so why a second toboggan?

I gotta keep my competition on their toes ;)

[Eclipse]

Sorry for the double post, but apsterling has missed his turn. Haunt-freak is on the clock!

[Haunt-Freak]

I'll take High Roller at Valleyfair
Nice family coaster & an ACE classic.

[Exceller]

I'll take Screamer - Scandia Amusement Park
http://www.rcdb.com/id399.htm

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p5458.jpg
Photo from rcdb.com

Photo by Ric Turner

[Brandon]

I'll take...

Twister @ Knoebels Amusement Park & Resort
http://www.rcdb.com/id546.htm

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad - Magic Kingdom
http://www.rcdb.com/id273.htm

[Exceller]

Journey to Atlantis - Sea World San Diego
http://www.rcdb.com/id2079.htm

http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p9798.jpg
Photo from rcdb.com

Photo by Ric Turner

[Eclipse]

And I will drop Disaster Transport for Tony Hawks Big Spin

[Haunt-Freak]

I'll take Journey to Atlantis at SeaWorld San Antonio.

[apsterling]

I'll take Cedar Creek Mine Ride, and if I can make up a lost pick yet, Volcano.

[Luxornv]

If I can, I'd like to drop Batman: The Ride for Raptor.

[thedeadfrog]

I'll take Cedar Creek Mine Ride, and if I can make up a lost pick yet, Volcano.

You have 2 missed picks...Well now one since you made up for one, but still...

Also:

And I will drop Disaster Transport for Tony Hawks Big Spin
Told ya so :P

[Eclipse]

Told ya so :P

Ya see I actually don't think DT is that bad of a ride. Maybe its because its the only bobsled ive been on... But I do like the space theming with it.

Anyways, for my last and final pick, I've decided to get something just for the youngsters. I choose High Speed Thrill Coaster @ Knoebels Grove.


http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p936.jpg

[thedeadfrog]

Hm, I think this would fit with a differant theme and such...Lego doesn't nessicarly flow with what I have going XD, but the design of this coaster is really fun...

Dragon-Legoland California
http://www.rcdb.com/id554.htm
http://cache.rcdb.com/pictures/picmax/p3007.jpg

[R.C.]

For my last pick I'll pick up Great Chase @ Six Flags New England.
RCDB Link Here (http://rcdb.com/id183.htm).

[Luxornv]

X Coaster at Magic Springs
http://rcdb.com/id3312.htm

[thedeadfrog]

And for the last pick....

[Jake]

For my last picks..

Technic Coaster at Legoland California and..

Kentucky Rumbler at Beech Bend.

Good draft everybody!

[thedeadfrog]

12 rounds 20 pages 113 picks, 11 starting members, 2 drop outs, 9 remaining.

The draft ends on the 194th post! It was a good draft everybody! Thanks for participating and good luck with the voting round!

[Eclipse]

For my last picks..

Technic Coaster at Legoland California and..

Kentucky Rumbler at Beech Bend.

Good draft everybody!

Uh... you only get one pick bud

[Jake]

Oh. I had two picks every other time, I didn't think this round would be any different, sorry.

Kentucky Rumbler - Beech Bend.

[Eclipse]

Oh. I had two picks every other time, I didn't think this round would be any different, sorry.

Kentucky Rumbler - Beech Bend.

its ok no worries.

And that concludes the U.S. Draft!
Head on over to The Voting Thread (http://www.rollercoasterpro.com/community/showthread.php?t=1056) to cast your vote!