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  1. It will be a sad day when The Bat comes down.
    3 points
  2. I can see them doing a couple of things, considering Cedar Fair's recent trends at other parks. 1. Return of the Phantom Theatre. Unfortunately it will consist of screens to shoot at with minimum animatronics, like Knott's new Berry Tales. 2. Returning the scenery to the railroad and possibly have live action actors like they are doing with the boat ride at Cedar Point. 3. A museum. Action Theater is a good spot. The Enchanted Theater might be better. 4. Retheme Action Zone to Jungle theme like they did with King's Dominion. Action Zones theming wasn't that great to begin with. 5. Maybe add a few rides to Oktoberfest. Viking Fury has been holding down the fort for almost 30 years while Adventure Express just seems lost.
    3 points
  3. I doubt that Cedar Fair invests much capital into hard rides for 2021. After all, most of their parks that were able to open, did so with an abbreviated season. I believe that Cedar Fair is trying to add something new to each of their parks every year, but that may not necessarily be a ride every year. Restaurant/food stand, special event, etc. also count to that. They have said they hope to space out the major capital projects like coasters at their parks. I would not look for Cedar Fair to sell any parks. They had toyed that idea at one point many years ago with California`s Great America. But they recently purchased the land for that park from the city of Santa Clara. I think that Sea World is in the worst spot out of the chains. They have had a revolving door in the CEO position, which stems, from what I have heard, a board member that likes to micro manage. I would not look for Cedar Fair to install any new Intamin rides any time soon. They have had plenty of issues with the last several Intamin rides they have added. In fact, Shoot the Rapids at Cedar Point had a very brief stay at Cedar Point before it was scrapped.
    3 points
  4. Here's my list of roller coasters that I think WILL/MIGHT replace Vortex ordered from most likely to least likely: B&M Dive B&M Wing Gerstlauer Infinity Coaster Launched B&M Wing Mack Multi-Launch The NEW Vekoma Flying Dutchman model/prototype Here's my list of roller coasters that I WANT to replace Vortex ordered from rides I want to replace it the most to the least: The NEW Vekoma Flying Dutchman model/prototype Mack Multi-Launch Launched B&M Wing Gerstlauer Infinity Coaster Intimin Blitz Coaster
    3 points
  5. During their last quarterly conference call, CF said that they would announce their capital plans for 21 later in the year. It still would not surprise me to see some family flats come to KI. If you look at the success of the return of the Antiques and the Eagles it makes sense to think about adding more flats especially since family flats like the Keggers could run during Winterfest.
    3 points
  6. Now is a good time to bring up KIC safety while posting and meeting up at the park. It is important to the KIC admins that we are communicating in a safe and responsible way. Remember: The minimum age for membership on KIC is 13 years old. Discuss and communicate with other members that you do not know as if they are a minor. For the safety of all KIC members, the KIC meetup thread has always been accessible to logged in KIC members only. Be smart when meeting up with other members. Do not meet up with anyone individually. Bring a responsible adult to a meetup. (I have meet many parents at KIC meetups and other KI events and I am very glad to do so.) Here are some helpful resources that we ask for everyone to review. Safe Social Networking for Teens - https://www.connectsafely.org/social-web-tips-for-teens Online Safety - https://www.dhs.gov/blue-campaign/online-safety Tip line if you or someone you know is being harassed, bullied or otherwise inappropriately contacted - https://www.missingkids.org/gethelpnow/cybertipline Teens story about being groomed - https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/uk/consumer-advice/technology/a559300/this-teenager-is-warning-others-of-online-grooming/ How to be aware of predators grooming you or your child - https://educateempowerkids.org/8-ways-predator-might-groom-child/ If any KIC member has any additional concerns, please feel free to reach out to any of the KIC admins via the direct message feature on here. KIC Admins
    2 points
  7. I think the best place for a museum would be Tower Gardens TBH, kind of like they did when they had Paramount Story there. Maybe include the area around Grand Carousel.
    2 points
  8. This is why franchise agreements with national brands are bad. I’m sure they have to let auntie Anna and Cinnabon be the only game in the park.
    2 points
  9. CF reached out the niners when they were building Levis, thinking the land would be needed for parking. Given the number of public transit options to get to the stadium, though, it was determined the land wasn't needed.
    2 points
  10. That building is the France building on International Street, so it is appropriate that they have a French themed eatery there. Glad to see something there, as opposed to the closed Yogurt Plus stand.
    2 points
  11. Yup! https://KICentral.com/photos/international-street#6366
    2 points
  12. I really feel for KI. I betcha they would have seen 4 million plus guests this year because of Orion. Hopefully, next year they can bring in the guests that should have came in 2020. I wouldn't mind if Cedar Fair strikes a deal with RMC or Intamin to get some clones across a few of their parks. Something on a larger scale for big parks, and something like Railblazer for MA and VF. Six Flags probably.
    2 points
  13. This ain't it, chief. Unless she doctored the screenshots of their chats, who cares what her motive was? It's pretty clear he was preying on a child. Since it's not a crime in OH, what was she supposed to do? This is the same straight-up victim blaming you claim to be against. He was a creep well before she decided to expose him. She didn't make him do any of this. Exposing him almost certainly stopped him from preying on more children. Imagine being just as outraged by Chris Hansen as you would be by the pedos they catch on Dateline, because he set them up, too, right?
    2 points
  14. Not sure of the time frame (as all the years run together anymore for me) but wasnt this the location of another similar food service location? I feel like there was a Cafe Parisienne? that served fresh baked pastries, breads, and desserts at one time.
    2 points
  15. This leaves some interesting questions regarding Cedar Fair: Would the chain indeed add new attractions to each of their parks every season or would they go back to mainly investing in their larger parks? Would they turn to cloned rides to lower spending or would they continue to pursue the practice of quality over quantity? Would they ever consider selling any of their smaller parks or closing them? Also some questions regarding the competing chains: Would Six Flags or Sea World Entertainment consider selling some parks? Could we see Six Flags or Sea World Entertainment try to merge chains with each other or other chains? Which of these chains will be in the worst shape when this pandemic is over?
    2 points
  16. Go to the CoasterMarina Instagram account. She talks with almost the whole Thrills United crew about it (mostly because she is a TU representative). She talked with Logan's dad and he broke down crying. It is truly a serious and sad time in the community right now because Chad was a brother to lots of enthusiasts. Now the community doesn't know what to do besides sit back and watch what happens. It's scary. Edit: I'll be praying for all of the victims. These people are my age. What is happening to them is sickening. Hopefully something good happens.
    2 points
  17. If the Crypt building ever gets torn down
    2 points
  18. It's a clone or Railblazer, but Silverwood needed this. I'm am so glad this is coming. Thoughts?
    1 point
  19. I Street used to smell wonderful in the morning at at close with those bakeries. A fresh cinnamon roll after a Beast night ride was THE best. And yes, the stuff they had was as good as it smelled. I'm glad I got to indulge in stuff from them before they bit the dust.
    1 point
  20. Came up with this overhead idea of an RMC topper track woodie replacing The Bat and using the field behind Banshee. Instead of using the SOB station, it would get its own station. The SOB station would also come down.
    1 point
  21. Now this looks awesome!! https://www.visitkingsisland.com/blog/2020/september/kings-island-foodie-news-new-this-fall-the-french-corner-on-international-street
    1 point
  22. Furthermore, he admitted to the accusations on his IG channel.
    1 point
  23. I truly hope you never find yourself on the tail end of quite damaging rumors and gossip. Allegations (again) are not charges or convictions. Him hitting on a 16 year old is creepy In my opinion, not illegal. He has admitted to this. Allegations are essentially rumors. The issue I see are people claiming to have “horrifying” evidence, not turning it over to authorities until it is a hot topic. This is problematic. How can you allegedly have evidence and sit idle and allow this behavior to continue? Is there not one single enthusiast who claims to have proof that could have had the sense to go to authorities until now? How, in good conscience, do nothing if you have proof. If it’s true, it isn’t like it just happened to however many girls in a 24 hour period. I am not wanting to shame victims, because I understand they may not be in the right mindset. I understand, best I can, that society already victimizes the victim. Police are not often trained to handle this situation delicately. Aside from it being a victim who has evidence and was too afraid to report it, those who have evidence are accomplices for delay in reporting.
    1 point
  24. Ya, they're good because the Intamin ones break down too often
    1 point
  25. Given the reason she discovered this, she found it funny which salvaged the day.
    1 point
  26. not an issue but I just want to say that I love the new background choices
    1 point
  27. I do wish they would have brought back the large cinnamon rolls and pecan rolls that were a staple of the bakery that used to be where french corner is going. That was one of the biggest disappointments when they removed the bakery for the original KI Starbucks.
    1 point
  28. I rode Tigris at Busch Gardens last summer. It was my first time on a Sky Rocket 2. It defiantly made me much more nervous than any coaster has really done to me in a loooong time. The idea of going thru the slow inline roll at the top with nothing but a lap bar just really creaped me out. It was much more fun and thrilling than I thought it would be. I have wondered for a while why Cedar Fair has not installed these (or S&S Free Spins) in their lower tier parks. I feel like both give you a great thrill and bang for your buck. I also thought that either of these models would be a great fit for Kentucky Kingdom as well.
    1 point
  29. According to my wife, they vend them out of an RMC brand dispenser.
    1 point
  30. The chain has cash to get through the rest of the year. After December they have to borrow to start paying the bills. I don’t see them going deeper in debt until they have positive cash flow again.
    1 point
  31. Nope, it’s the most recent one, and the allegations were horrifying. The are enthusiasts who have called the police and offered to give evidence. He’s in deep trouble.
    1 point
  32. Yeah, CF usually announces stuff in August when season passes for next season go on sale. However, we could get something like a restauarant or something very small that it could get announced during the off season.
    1 point
  33. Agreed. We would also probably have some idea what was coming in 2021 by now if we were getting something, right?
    1 point
  34. I don't think we'll be seeing much in terms of attractions in the chain next year due to Covid and with several parks staying shut the entire season. I believe the 2021 season in some ways will be basically a due over for what this season was supposed to be. I believe 2022 will be when we'll start seeing the investments pick up.
    1 point
  35. He’s alleged to have done it with a minor in CA where the age is 18. Furthermore, there’s allegations of assault.
    1 point
  36. I think that is the old frozen yogurt spot (and before that, Starbucks). I hope it ends up sticking around; those bread choices sound delicious!
    1 point
  37. Seems like it’s permanent. Happy to see Kings Island to continue to improve its food offerings.
    1 point
  38. One of the reasons was due to the braking system used at the time. They were still using friction brakes and the brake run was shorter with the last dip. When it would rain there were times that the train had the potential to slide into the other train in the station. Imagine Orion’s leap into the brake run but on Racer and with only a buzz bar. Those were fun times. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
    1 point
  39. Good point. The thing is that some of the people who have come forward have presented irrefutable evidence for which the person has admitted to it for one case.
    1 point
  40. OVC’s owner was revealed to be grooming teenage girls and behaving in predatory and inappropriate behavior. As of now six people have come out, and there have been two reports of him allegedly committing a worse crime.
    1 point
  41. I must have missed something what exactly happened
    1 point
  42. Losing subs and followers is the least of his problems. Probably taking a break from social media cause he's getting ripped. Does this person have a job or just an "influencer"?
    1 point
  43. He also released a statement. He is going to be taking a break from YouTube and social media altogether. He even deleted his Instagram account. He even said that he understood if he lost subscribers and followers. Edit: I'm not defending Chad. I'm just updating the situation.
    1 point
  44. I just want to make sure that the victims know if there are any on here, That you are so brave for bringing this out. You are not alone in this and it was not your fault and don;t ever think it is! The coaster community should be a fun and inviting place to be. We can't have people like chad taking advantage of being YouTube famous and praying on younger girls. I can only imaging how parents feel when hearing about this kind of crap. I just feel so bad we even have to talk about this stuff happening to people.
    1 point
  45. COPPA https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/complying-coppa-frequently-asked-questions-0
    1 point
  46. Zadra cost Energylandia $16,404,915.90 which is pretty darn affordable for the ride it puts out. I daresay if KI payed RMC that same amount for something similar to Zadra, they'd be able to get more out of it since Zadra's cost probably had shipping and all that extra contracting factored in. I hope the CF not having a good relationship with RMC thing is just a rumor because I'd kill for something like Zadra. I'm wondering if KI would never opt for something like that though because GP would immediately think its like Son if Beast
    1 point
  47. I would say the Kenton's Cove Keelboat Canal. Would have been awesome if they simply could have moved it, perhaps by White Water Canyon, not that it would help it much this year. On the note of Boo Blasters I hope that it is what gets removed when/if we get a Triotech. I'd rather save the old Crypt space for another flat ride, log flume or terrain coaster.
    1 point
  48. Son of Beast wasn't a mistake to get rid of. Rather, it was the mistake.
    1 point
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