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'''Outlaw Run''' is a [[wooden roller coaster]] currently under construction at [[Silver Dollar City]] in [[Branson, Missouri]]. It is notable for being the first roller coaster manufactured by [[Rocky Mountain Construction]] and the only wooden roller coaster with inversions.<ref name="RCDB RMC coasters">{{RCDB|coaster_name=Roller Coaster Search Results|location=Rocky Mountain Construction|accessdate=3 August 2012|url=http://www.rcdb.com/r.htm?ot=2&co=10583}}</ref><ref name="RCDB Son Of Beast">{{RCDB|coaster_name=Son Of Beast|location=Kings Island|rcdb_number=584|accessdate=3 August 2012}}</ref><ref name="RCDB Inverting wooden roller coasters">{{RCDB|coaster_name=Record Holders|location=Inverting wooden roller coasters|accessdate=3 August 2012|url=http://www.rcdb.com/rhr.htm?m=4&t=2}}</ref>
'''Outlaw Run''' is a [[wooden roller coaster|wooden]] [[roller coaster]] currently under construction at [[Silver Dollar City]]. Outlaw Run is expected to open in 2013.

==History==
In 2009 behind closed doors, Silver Dollar City began planning a new attraction for 2013.<ref name="Silver Dollar City announces new roller coaster" />

At the IAAPA 2011 Trade Show, Alan Schilke of Rocky Mountain Construction revealed their company had two projects that they would be working on for 2013 openings.<ref name="TPR IAAPA 2011">{{cite web|title=IAAPA 2011 Trade Show Part 3 Orlando Florida Theme Park Review Rocky Mountain Sally|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYwvDhh30aw|work=Video|publisher=YouTube|accessdate=3 August 2012|author=Alvey, Robb|coauthors=Schilke, Alan|date=16 November 2011}}</ref> One of which was the complete design and manufacturing of a wooden roller coaster.<ref name="TPR IAAPA 2011"/> It was later revealed that this roller coaster would be going to Silver Dollar City.<ref name="North Idaho roller coaster maker expands to accommodate innovations">{{cite news|last=McLean|first=Mike|title=North Idaho roller coaster maker expands to accommodate innovations|url=http://www.spokanejournal.com/article.php?id=7763|accessdate=3 August 2012|newspaper=Journal of Business|date=19 January 2012}}</ref><ref name="RCDB">{{RCDB|coaster_name=unknown|location=Silver Dollar City|rcdb_number=10582|accessdate=3 August 2012}}</ref>

Following the beginning of construction at the park, Silver Dollar City launched a teaser website pointing to a 2013 attraction.<ref name="Teaser launch">{{cite web|title=Something bold is...|url=http://www.facebook.com/Silverdollarcity/posts/249413338506061|publisher=Facebook|accessdate=3 August 2012|date=23 June 2012}}</ref> The website featured a public notice indicating the ride would be themed about stagecoaches and the wild west.<ref name="Teaser website - Home">{{cite web|title=Silver Dollar City 2013|url=http://www.silverdollarcity2013.com/|publisher=Silver Dollar City|accessdate=3 August 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/69eQy9mpx|archivedate=3 August 2012|year=2012}}</ref> The teaser website also stated an announcement would be made on August 9, 2012.<ref name="Teaser website - thanks">{{cite web|title=Silver Dollar City 2013 - Thank you!|url=http://silverdollarcity2013.com/thanks.html|publisher=Silver Dollar City|accessdate=3 August 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/69eR3IybS|archivedate=3 August 2012|year=2012}}</ref> Two clues were released. The first being a handwritten letter and the second being a photo overlooking [[Powder Keg: A Blast into the Wilderness]] and [[Table Rock Lake]].<ref name="Clue 1">{{cite web|title=Clue 1|url=http://sdctripplanning.com/clues/clue1.php|publisher=Silver Dollar City|accessdate=3 August 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/69eQFKwFK|archivedate=3 August 2012|month=July|year=2012}}</ref><ref name="Clue 2">{{cite web|title=Clue 2|url=http://sdctripplanning.com/clues/clue2.php|publisher=Silver Dollar City|accessdate=3 August 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/69eQESOqe|archivedate=3 August 2012|date=3 August 2012}}</ref>

On August 9, 2012, Silver Dollar City officially announced Outlaw Run.<ref name="Silver Dollar City rolls out new wooden coaster">{{cite news|title=Silver Dollar City rolls out new wooden coaster|url=http://www.sacbee.com/2012/08/09/4710312/silver-dollar-city-rolls-out-new.html|accessdate=9 August 2012|newspaper=The Sacramento Bee|date=9 August 2012}}</ref> The ride would be the only wooden roller coaster to feature inversions and would feature the steepest drop on a wooden roller coaster.<ref name=PR>{{cite web|title=Silver Dollar City Announces World’s Most Daring Wood Coaster|url=http://silverdollarcity2013.com/details/news/|publisher=Silver Dollar City|accessdate=9 August 2012|date=9 August 2012}}</ref> The $10 million project is expected to open in Spring 2013.<ref name="Silver Dollar City announces new roller coaster">{{cite news|title=Silver Dollar City announces new roller coaster|url=http://www.news-leader.com/article/20120809/NEWS01/308090099/SILVER-DOLLAR-CITY-ROLLER-COASTER-BRANSON-MISSOURI?nclick_check=1|accessdate=9 August 2012|newspaper=News-Leader|date=9 August 2012}}</ref> The roller coaster is expected to attract an additional 65,000 visitors to the park following its opening.<ref name="Silver Dollar City unveils their newest roller coaster - Outlaw Run">{{cite news|last=Henry|first=Lindsey|title=Silver Dollar City unveils their newest roller coaster - Outlaw Run|url=http://www.koamtv.com/story/19242024/silver-dollar-city-unveils-their-newest-roller-coaster|accessdate=10 August 2012|newspaper=Koam|date=9 August 2012}}</ref>

==Characteristics==
Outlaw Run will be Rocky Mountain Construction's debut wooden roller coaster.<ref name="RCDB RMC coasters" />

===Trains===
The operation of Outlaw Run will consist of two trains each featuring twelve pairs of riders.<ref name=RCDB>{{RCDB|coaster_name=Outlaw Run|location=Silver Dollar City|rcdb_number=10582|accessdate=9 August 2012}}</ref> Riders will be restrained in their individual [[fiberglass]] seats with a U-shaped lap bar.<ref name="Fact Sheet" /> Unlike most roller coaster trains which utilise [[Roller coaster wheel assembly|polyurathane wheels]], Outlaw Run will feature [[steel]] wheels.<ref name="TPR IAAPA 2011"/><ref name="Fact Sheet" />

===Track===
The {{Convert|2937|ft}} of track is primarily made of layers of laminated wood with a steel plate located in the upper layers of the track.<ref name="Fact Sheet" /> The steel plating is known as [[Topper Track]] and is found on many roller coasters that Rocky Mountain Construction have renovated.<ref name="Tremors Coaster Topper Track Installation">{{cite web|title=Tremors Coaster Topper Track Installation|url=http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.154376687932793.23770.154373424599786&type=3|work=Photos|publisher=Facebook|accessdate=8 July 2012|author=Rocky Mountain Construction|date=15 October 2010}}</ref><ref name='Two Six Flags Rides Receive "Topper Track" for 2011'>{{cite web|first=Mike|title=Two Six Flags Rides Receive "Topper Track" for 2011|url=http://newsplusnotes.blogspot.com.au/2011/03/two-six-flags-rides-receive-topper.html|publisher=NewsPlusNotes|accessdate=8 July 2012|date=7 March 2011}}</ref><ref name='Georgia Cyclone: A Classic "Woodie"'/> This track style is designed to reduce the maintenance required for a wooden roller coaster and provide a smoother ride experience.<ref name='Georgia Cyclone: A Classic "Woodie"'>{{cite web|title=Georgia Cyclone: A Classic "Woodie"|url=http://content.sixflags.com/news/overgeorgia/rides/georgia-cyclone?ic=I0028E136&gc=GTEST0000000002|publisher=Six Flags|accessdate=8 July 2012}}</ref> <ref name="Rocky Mountain Construction Company CoasterNet">{{cite web|first=Brandon|title=Rocky Mountain Construction Company|url=http://www.coaster-net.com/blogs/160-rocky-mountain-construction-company/|publisher=Coaster-Net|accessdate=9 July 2012|date=16 February 2011}}</ref>

===Statistics===
The $10 million Outlaw Run will be the second-fastest wooden roller coaster in the world, reaching speeds of up to {{Convert|68|mph}}.<ref name="Silver Dollar City announces new roller coaster" /> Throughout the course of the {{Convert|2937|ft|m|adj=mid|-long}} ride, riders will go through three [[Roller coaster inversion|inversions]].<ref name=RCDB /> The park's existing [[Terrain roller coaster|terrain]] will be utilised to allow a {{Convert|107|ft|m|adj=mid|-tall}} [[lift hill]] to be translated into a first drop of {{Convert|162|ft|m}}.<ref name=RCDB />

==Ride experience==
[[File:Outlaw Run - layout.png|thumb|The layout of Outlaw Run with key elements highlighted]]
The [[Train (roller coaster)|train]] exits out of the [[Station (roller coaster)|station]] and ascends the [[chain lift hill]]. The track then goes through a small pre-drop similar to [[Bolliger & Mabillard]] [[steel roller coaster]] before dropping {{Convert|162|ft|m}} at an angle of 81&deg;. The train then ascends into the first element, an outside banked turn, where the track is banked over to 153&deg; before rolling back out of the bank. After going around a low-to-the-ground curve, the train enters a {{Convert|100|ft|m|adj=mid|-tall}} double down followed by a {{Convert|70|ft|m|adj=mid|-tall}} double up. More turns follow before the train enters a high speed low float and its final element, a double [[barrel roll]]. The train then enters the [[brake run]] before returning to the station.<ref>{{cite web|title=Layout|url=http://silverdollarcity2013.com/details/layout/|publisher=Silver Dollar City|accessdate=9 August 2012}}</ref><ref name="Fact Sheet">{{cite web|title=Fact Sheet|url=http://silverdollarcity2013.com/wp-content/plugins/download-monitor/download.php?id=Click+here+to+download+PDF|publisher=Silver Dollar City|accessdate=9 August 2012|date=9 August 2012}}</ref> A single ride cycle is expected to be completed in approximately 1 minute and 27 seconds.<ref name=RCDB />

==Records==
When it opens in 2013, Outlaw Run will feature the [[List of roller coaster rankings#Steepest_wooden_roller_coasters|steepest drop on any wooden roller coaster in the world]] at 81&deg;. It will also be the only operating wooden roller coaster to feature inversions. It will also rank as the [[List of roller coaster rankings#Fastest_wooden_roller_coasters|second fastest wooden roller coaster in the world]] with a top speed of {{Convert|68|mph}}.<ref name="Fact Sheet" />

==References==
{{Reflist|2}}


==External links==
==External links==
*[http://silverdollarcity2013.com/ Outlaw Run official website]
* {{Official|http://www.silverdollarcity2013.com/}}


{{Silver Dollar City}}
{{Silver Dollar City}}

Revision as of 00:28, 10 August 2012

Outlaw Run
Silver Dollar City
LocationSilver Dollar City
StatusUnder construction
Opening date2013 (2013)
CostUS$10 million
General statistics
TypeWood
ManufacturerRocky Mountain Construction
Lift/launch systemChain lift hill
Height107 ft (33 m)
Drop162 ft (49 m)
Length2,937 ft (895 m)
Speed68 mph (109 km/h)
Inversions3
Duration1:27
Max vertical angle81°
Height restriction48 in (122 cm)
Trains2 trains with 12 cars. Riders are arranged 2 across in a single row for a total of 24 riders per train.
Outlaw Run at RCDB

Outlaw Run is a wooden roller coaster currently under construction at Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri. It is notable for being the first roller coaster manufactured by Rocky Mountain Construction and the only wooden roller coaster with inversions.[1][2][3]

History

In 2009 behind closed doors, Silver Dollar City began planning a new attraction for 2013.[4]

At the IAAPA 2011 Trade Show, Alan Schilke of Rocky Mountain Construction revealed their company had two projects that they would be working on for 2013 openings.[5] One of which was the complete design and manufacturing of a wooden roller coaster.[5] It was later revealed that this roller coaster would be going to Silver Dollar City.[6][7]

Following the beginning of construction at the park, Silver Dollar City launched a teaser website pointing to a 2013 attraction.[8] The website featured a public notice indicating the ride would be themed about stagecoaches and the wild west.[9] The teaser website also stated an announcement would be made on August 9, 2012.[10] Two clues were released. The first being a handwritten letter and the second being a photo overlooking Powder Keg: A Blast into the Wilderness and Table Rock Lake.[11][12]

On August 9, 2012, Silver Dollar City officially announced Outlaw Run.[13] The ride would be the only wooden roller coaster to feature inversions and would feature the steepest drop on a wooden roller coaster.[14] The $10 million project is expected to open in Spring 2013.[4] The roller coaster is expected to attract an additional 65,000 visitors to the park following its opening.[15]

Characteristics

Outlaw Run will be Rocky Mountain Construction's debut wooden roller coaster.[1]

Trains

The operation of Outlaw Run will consist of two trains each featuring twelve pairs of riders.[7] Riders will be restrained in their individual fiberglass seats with a U-shaped lap bar.[16] Unlike most roller coaster trains which utilise polyurathane wheels, Outlaw Run will feature steel wheels.[5][16]

Track

The 2,937 feet (895 m) of track is primarily made of layers of laminated wood with a steel plate located in the upper layers of the track.[16] The steel plating is known as Topper Track and is found on many roller coasters that Rocky Mountain Construction have renovated.[17][18][19] This track style is designed to reduce the maintenance required for a wooden roller coaster and provide a smoother ride experience.[19] [20]

Statistics

The $10 million Outlaw Run will be the second-fastest wooden roller coaster in the world, reaching speeds of up to 68 miles per hour (109 km/h).[4] Throughout the course of the 2,937-foot-long (895 m) ride, riders will go through three inversions.[7] The park's existing terrain will be utilised to allow a 107-foot-tall (33 m) lift hill to be translated into a first drop of 162 feet (49 m).[7]

Ride experience

File:Outlaw Run - layout.png
The layout of Outlaw Run with key elements highlighted

The train exits out of the station and ascends the chain lift hill. The track then goes through a small pre-drop similar to Bolliger & Mabillard steel roller coaster before dropping 162 feet (49 m) at an angle of 81°. The train then ascends into the first element, an outside banked turn, where the track is banked over to 153° before rolling back out of the bank. After going around a low-to-the-ground curve, the train enters a 100-foot-tall (30 m) double down followed by a 70-foot-tall (21 m) double up. More turns follow before the train enters a high speed low float and its final element, a double barrel roll. The train then enters the brake run before returning to the station.[21][16] A single ride cycle is expected to be completed in approximately 1 minute and 27 seconds.[7]

Records

When it opens in 2013, Outlaw Run will feature the steepest drop on any wooden roller coaster in the world at 81°. It will also be the only operating wooden roller coaster to feature inversions. It will also rank as the second fastest wooden roller coaster in the world with a top speed of 68 miles per hour (109 km/h).[16]

References

  1. ^ a b Outlaw Run at the Roller Coaster DataBase Please specify an RCDB ID number as the first parameter.
  2. ^ Outlaw Run at the Roller Coaster DataBase Please specify an RCDB ID number as the first parameter.
  3. ^ Outlaw Run at the Roller Coaster DataBase Please specify an RCDB ID number as the first parameter.
  4. ^ a b c "Silver Dollar City announces new roller coaster". News-Leader. 9 August 2012. Retrieved 9 August 2012.
  5. ^ a b c Alvey, Robb (16 November 2011). "IAAPA 2011 Trade Show Part 3 Orlando Florida Theme Park Review Rocky Mountain Sally". Video. YouTube. Retrieved 3 August 2012. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |coauthors= ignored (|author= suggested) (help)
  6. ^ McLean, Mike (19 January 2012). "North Idaho roller coaster maker expands to accommodate innovations". Journal of Business. Retrieved 3 August 2012.
  7. ^ a b c d e Outlaw Run at the Roller Coaster DataBase Please specify an RCDB ID number as the first parameter. Cite error: The named reference "RCDB" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
  8. ^ "Something bold is..." Facebook. 23 June 2012. Retrieved 3 August 2012.
  9. ^ "Silver Dollar City 2013". Silver Dollar City. 2012. Archived from the original on 3 August 2012. Retrieved 3 August 2012.
  10. ^ "Silver Dollar City 2013 - Thank you!". Silver Dollar City. 2012. Archived from the original on 3 August 2012. Retrieved 3 August 2012.
  11. ^ "Clue 1". Silver Dollar City. 2012. Archived from the original on 3 August 2012. Retrieved 3 August 2012. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |month= ignored (help)
  12. ^ "Clue 2". Silver Dollar City. 3 August 2012. Archived from the original on 3 August 2012. Retrieved 3 August 2012.
  13. ^ "Silver Dollar City rolls out new wooden coaster". The Sacramento Bee. 9 August 2012. Retrieved 9 August 2012.
  14. ^ "Silver Dollar City Announces World's Most Daring Wood Coaster". Silver Dollar City. 9 August 2012. Retrieved 9 August 2012.
  15. ^ Henry, Lindsey (9 August 2012). "Silver Dollar City unveils their newest roller coaster - Outlaw Run". Koam. Retrieved 10 August 2012.
  16. ^ a b c d e "Fact Sheet". Silver Dollar City. 9 August 2012. Retrieved 9 August 2012.
  17. ^ Rocky Mountain Construction (15 October 2010). "Tremors Coaster Topper Track Installation". Photos. Facebook. Retrieved 8 July 2012.
  18. ^ "Two Six Flags Rides Receive "Topper Track" for 2011". NewsPlusNotes. 7 March 2011. Retrieved 8 July 2012. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help)
  19. ^ a b "Georgia Cyclone: A Classic "Woodie"". Six Flags. Retrieved 8 July 2012.
  20. ^ "Rocky Mountain Construction Company". Coaster-Net. 16 February 2011. Retrieved 9 July 2012. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help)
  21. ^ "Layout". Silver Dollar City. Retrieved 9 August 2012.
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