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*Maximum height above ground - 39 feet |
*Maximum height above ground - 39 feet |
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===Other Information=== |
===Other Information=== |
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Log Flumes must be designed carefully, or they can go on forever. |
Log Flumes must be designed carefully, or they can go on forever. A Log Flume's only speed comes when it goes downhill, otherwise it goes at the boring pace of 2-3 mph. Use the slow speeds to develop a theme, and then climax with a big drop to keep guests coming back for more. |
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*It is easy to overdo a ''Log Flume'', making extra-long ride times. Make sure to not have a ride time any longer than 4 minutes, otherwise guests will get angry. |
*It is easy to overdo a ''Log Flume'', making extra-long ride times. Make sure to not have a ride time any longer than 4 minutes, otherwise guests will get angry. |
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Good excitement ratings on Log Flumes come from having plenty of scenery and other rides around. Also, make sure to have at least one huge drop that gets the guests soaked and gives the boat temporary speed. |
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==Notes== |
==Notes== |
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Weirdly, in [[RollerCoaster Tycoon 3]], the ''Log Flume'' is considered a [[roller coaster]]. |
Weirdly, in [[RollerCoaster Tycoon 3]], the ''Log Flume'' is considered a [[roller coaster]]. |
Revision as of 17:18, 3 July 2012
Construction
Water flume track supported by box-section steel supports. Boats are propelled up slopes on rollers, and they are then free to travel along the water channel at their own pace.
Special Track Sections
- Reverser Turntable - allows log flume rafts to traverse the track backwards (Corkscrew Follies and onwards)
- S-bend left/right
Constraints
- Maximum track slope - 25° (60 in RCT3)
- Maximum height above ground - 39 feet
Other Information
Log Flumes must be designed carefully, or they can go on forever. A Log Flume's only speed comes when it goes downhill, otherwise it goes at the boring pace of 2-3 mph. Use the slow speeds to develop a theme, and then climax with a big drop to keep guests coming back for more.
- It is easy to overdo a Log Flume, making extra-long ride times. Make sure to not have a ride time any longer than 4 minutes, otherwise guests will get angry.
Good excitement ratings on Log Flumes come from having plenty of scenery and other rides around. Also, make sure to have at least one huge drop that gets the guests soaked and gives the boat temporary speed.
Notes
Weirdly, in RollerCoaster Tycoon 3, the Log Flume is considered a roller coaster. Template:RollerCoaster Tycoon Rides & Attractions