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I think that is just a shadow.

Yeah it says the KI engineers said they think the coaster could hit 92 or maybe 93 mph. That would be awesome if that is the case.

That is not the case though. They already said the raptor models can go up to 200 feet so there is no reason for the Trex. All they did with The trains was add some cars and the coaster layout accommodates the longer trains. like I said I think they over hyped the Trex model. Unfortunately, I don’t see King’s Island going over 14 coasters just from a cost stand point with labor. So I do agree with taking one out while adding a new coaster. Just sucks that we had 2 coasters leave while only 1 is going in.

Who says they are?? I heard a model in between the raptor and Trex was going to be built. Now whatever that means we do not know. Will it be two seats or one like the raptor we will see. I think they talked up the Trex too much and now realize it does not make sense to build a Trex shorter than 300 feet. So now they are trying to accommodate parks that want a single rail style ride that can handle high capacity crowds but not be a gigantic 500 foot coaster. So coming soon will be the raptor XL or the mini Trex take your pick.

What was wrong with halloweekends??

I am a little confused by the statement that the manufacturer believes they are wood coasters. I have seen a few YouTube videos that Allen says he believes they are steel coasters. However it’s not up to him and it’s up to the amusement park so obviously you don’t want to upset a client and you just go with whatever they say. I think most enthusiasts agree that it’s one thing to call the topper track a wood coaster but the Ibox is a steel coaster. I also think once the GP gets off any Ibox coaster they think it is a steel coaster or a hybrid.

I would actually prefer the entrance to be across from the three point game. The only reason I have for that is becuase there is enough space to the right of The Beast entrance to add something. If it was some type of ride or maybe a coaster that would go towards Diamondback and intertwine with the coaster would be cool.

O something like Helix would be awesome. Not really a fan of a roller coaster that also spins but I would take it if I had too. I think I saw RMC talk about even being able to make their raptor models launch it just takes a customer wanting them to do it. Now that would be something a Trex model with a couple launch’s that would be craziness.

Since this is the multi launch thread how about a ground up RMC with two launch’s lol just do not use the same company as last time.

As far as BLSC there are no loops, corckscrews nothing besides a launch and a helix hill. I actually enjoy the ride but it is nothing special at all. I could actually talk my son into riding becuase it doesn’t have a big hill. Copperhead with loops and stalls definitely not even close as the same thing. Like I said though a multi launch coaster is not at the park so it is definitely possible we could get one. However not one that would upstage maverick especially since it is still one of the most popular rides at Cedar Point.

In my opinion BLSC is a stepping stone coaster and nothing more. That’s why I hope Mack can make a more aggressive ride becuase Maverick is one of my favorite rides. At the end of the day KI does not have any multi launch coaster so we could technically get either style. The faster the better in my opinion but with how Cedar Point is I am not going to expect anything close to a maverick type ride. Thinking about it maybe a Gerstlauer coaster would be nice. That way Cedar Point doesn’t have to worry about it upstaging their coasters. Also KI needs more flat rides I feel like we are lacking in that category compared to all the other properties.

I feel like Mack rides could make a more aggressive launch if they were asked to make one. At least I want to hope that is the case. I think they built copperhead strike that way becuase carowinds requested the ride to be that way. To be honest with KI having two launch coasters already it is more likely we get a copperhead strike coaster than a maverick type coaster. Which I would be fine with.

Great post. My family went up for the weekend too. It was a crazy mess up there. We went after the rain on Friday and was able to ride steel vengeance, maverick, and millennium force in an hour. It made the rest of the weekend nice since we were not worrying about getting on any ride. We were able to enjoy walking around and seeing all the Halloween decor and shows.

If you want to try it then go for it. Gold star is a thicker chili. I voted gold star but I love both and eat both just depends what is around me at the time.

I hope that does not happen. I know they had the new trains and were working out issues. Then again you are going to have some problems when you build something on top of an existing structure. An RMC is an experience that needs to be in every park that’s my opinion at least. As far as the raptor models they look great and the longer trains are a plus IF they can maintain the intensity and not slow down from being to long. I am sure that will not be the case but you never know.

I agree with this 100% after visiting Cedar Point roughly 10 times this year it is clear what the GP want and what they love. (3 hour wait most days is no joke. Thank god for early ride time) I love the idea of KI actually advertising the wood track record but they need more than The Beast and Mystic Timbers to get people into the door. A topper track ground up (wooden world record breaker) would do that. A topper would make sure it is much different from Steel Vengeance and allow both to coexist while also having that Son of Beast feel to the GP without the pain. Or they can say screw it and build a recorded breaking hybrid to beat Iron Gwazi (how lame) because by that time Cedar Point will have built a Trex model that is so crazy that it now has a 3 hour wait and no one cares about Steel vengeance lol. Really what I think hurts KI is not having a hotel or even camping. Especially with Cedar Point only 4 hours away doing some type of 2 park bundle would be awesome especially with the camping.

I doubt it they don’t have the budget for it. Just kidding... I had to do it. I hope so they make a documentary for so many rides I would assume they would for Orion.

Lighting rod does not have the topper track like the others so they consider it wood just like outlaw run at silver dollar. It is stacked with I think it’s laminated wood and then a steel strip on top.

Lol wow I take back my comment about the supports being darker. This picture clears that up they are all the light grey.

Thank you all. We do not live far away so we want to take a few weekend trips up this year and next. I was hoping for maybe a hidden gem somewhere but I appreciate everything and will take a look at all the suggestions when i do plan something.

Hello All the family recently upgraded to platinum passes and wanted to take a trip up to Cedar Point. I was wondering if anyone had any good places to stay that are on the cheaper side. Any and all suggestions are welcomed. Thank you.

I know it was mentioned before but was it ever confirmed about two different colors of supports. Based off of wild gravity post you can see that the station support is dark grey. I wonder how much of the supports will be that dark grey maybe the entire lift hill?? Then the rest is the light grey.

I second this. I looked at YouTube videos and them seem the same as Banshee.

Absolutely love this concept. I think this is perfect long term goal. Maybe one more extreme ride like the hang gliders but would be a great multi year addition. Also agree with the Ferris wheel. I am not talking about one of those observation wheels in downtown Cincinnati which would make no sense with the Eiffel Tower right there but an old fashion Ferris wheel. The concept just needs to add KMAA.

That is the key though taking care of The Racers. They finally gave the blue side some love but it is still very rough. As long as they continue to put maintenance into the ride and retrack sections of the coaster each year it will be a much better coaster. My teenage girls do not like riding it because it is to rough so how do they expect kids younger to get on and enjoy the ride and want to reride it. My niece actually loved The Vortex more than The Racers.