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^ Looks good. A very unique layout, the only thing I would change though is to add at least one over 90 degree drop on it, just because thats what that type of ride is known for.
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Looks cool at first sight, but I think there are some problems.
First, what is with all those crates hanging from the supports? This looks really odd. What is it for?
Second, I see some supports which are too weak. Besides, with a type of coaster like this, the track is very thin so you have to place many supports to properly support it. I think there are a few too long gaps between supports.
Besides that, the scenery looks very cool, and I think the tunnel is placed in a very good position.
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Release is approaching but not imminent: The best way to keep up to date with news on zest is by being added to the zest mailing list: send an e-mail containing the word Zest to: jrrcoasterfan@hotmail.co.uk
and I'll make sure you are included in any mass e-mail's with Zest news (obviously your e-mail will be used for this purpose only, not handed on, and you can withdraw any time by sending a second e-mail with words to that effect.) The second way to be kept up to date is to add me on myspace and get zest Bulletins: http://www.myspace.com/jrrcoasterfan
Right well, you'll all be pleased to know that casing has been placed over the most exposed wires (see new screens at bottom of Dev page http://www.nolimitsdevcenter.net/p3033and I can finally show you my work around for the lift situation. I've basically constructed all the machinery needed for a rotational segment of track that allows easy evacuation of the car from the base of the lift. With NL I obviously can't make this function a reality but it takes only a tad of imagination to see how it will work. As I have mentioned before, I have used a method of forced segment completion to ensure an Estop pushes the car via friction wheels through the majority of the lift segment, and brings the car to rest at the start of the chain by the upper evacuation platform every time, so no hanging upside down or anything like that!
Anyway, check out the screens for the rotating track.
If anyone wants a custom on ride zest photo, strike a pose and e-mail the pic to:- jrrcoasterfan@hotmail.co.uk:-
A helpful comment on a coaster forum such as this will be thanks enough for this service! So get snapping! We'd love to have you on board (pun intended lol)
Full details of how to get your own copy of the 'Zest Tannoy' software which I have just finished developing can be found via the link below. I look forward to hearing from you; don't let yourself be left out:-
Zest teaser video: I mentioned a way back that I did intend to release a video and I know that I have spoken to a few people on other forums about this and the problems I am having.
Unfortunately it is not my lack of editing skills (which I grant are not amazing) that is causing the biggest problem. There are three real issues here to consider:
1) My mid spec PC is not producing videos of even a 'good' quality with Zest, probably due to the amount of 3DS objects. The videos are choppy and frankly horrible.
2) And this is the worst one - my PC does not have enough hard drive space to store a decent length video while editing it. I am literally running with only a few MB to spare due to all my A-level work stored on here which I cannot remove at the moment. I need every program I have installed and aside from anything else I don't have the time for a big clear out.
3) I have too much work on to make a really exciting, creative video, and that is really what I'm looking for.
So the search is now on in all Zest threads across the net to find a No-Limits user with some ability in making No-limits videos that are creative and exciting. That person obviously needs to have the time to do a good job of it unlike me and preferably a nice high spec PC that will create a really good quality video. Many of my friends who have followed zest construction don't have No Limits and never will. This video needs to give them a real sense of Zest - they need to have the ride of their lives! Anyone who thinks they can help please post to that effect - many thanks in advance for your much appreciated help.
I have cited a release of 4.30 pm today (UK time) for the Zest Tannoy download link. It will certainly be up on all forums by then, but probably a bit earlier. Check back in an hour.
Apologies for the triple post, but this one is very important and I think it is sensible to keep this separate.
The ZEZT TANNOY:-
The 'Zest Tannoy' is a small program that runs just like any other, but I have programmed it such that the operation/user is able to select when to announce a 'reminder'. You can choose from three announcements, (although I do wish it was more), and these can either be triggered as the user requires or through an auto thirty second randomiser. The main wave is the full Zest Soundtrack which some of you may have been privileged enough to download, and every time an announcement is relayed this is automatically dipped to the required level.
When I was originally designing the Zest Tannoy, it was my intention to create a program that could run at the same time as the no limits sim. To date I have never managed to do this on my PC but once the Tannoy is downloaded you are welcome to try yourself and see if your PC will let you. Personally, I have recorded a wav file while running the tannoy using windows sound recorder and replayed this file in i-tunes which works fine.
The link below will take you to the Zest Tannoy Download page.
When you reach it scroll down until you see a 60 second countdown. After 60 seconds this becomes a save link, so click on it and save the program at a suitable place on your computer. If using FireFox select open rather than save if you wish. Microsoft Internet explorer must remember where they have placed the download on their hard drive so they can navigate to open it.
To open the program double left click as you would expect to.
Once open your first port of call should be the help button which will guide you through what to do.
It is key to note that the main wave must be ON if announcements are to be made.
Having tickled your appetite with Trailer One, we're about to blow your senses apart with Trailer Two! Hold on tight and get ready to rumble to some funky zesty music! Thanks to xascher once again for all the work on this.
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