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    Banshee Construction Progress

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    Considering it isn't indicated on the park map as a path, I would assume it isn't for anything as of now.

    One could speculate that it might appear on the map come Haunt time :)

    Or it could be a maintenance path, as those are also not on the map.

    Indeed but most maintenace paths are either straight gravel or asphalt. Why would they spend the extra money to pour that type of concrete? Unless of course it is just gravel and the webcam makes it look like more than such. Not to mention they have landscaped around it.

    Just speculatin'

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    Banshee Construction Progress

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    Well I couldn't see if it was testing and from the distance you can't even see much so it should be ok. Don - if these are not ok please let me know and I will remove them or a mod can :) these were taken from the street as we drove by.

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    Didn't you yell at me the other day for breaking the rules?

    Or do they not apply to you for some reason because you found something cool.

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    Something I noticed about The Beast

    in Kings Island

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    It honestly depends if the driver doing start-ups in the morning remembers to turn it on (which is something they should do). Its a minuscule thing that often gets overlooked.

    Ditto with Flight Deck, Adventure Express, and maybe ~50% of the rides with music. Others though, like Drop Tower and Invertigo, have their soundtracks synced with the ride. When the cycle starts, so does the music.

    Some rides in the park have(or had) music that synced with the ride automatically(IE: Crypt). But in the case of The Beast, it was as simple as pushing in a button.

    Is this the reason why Adventure Express' lights and sound are never consistent on a day to day basis?

    One could speculate. Unfortunately I'm unfamiliar with AE's system so I couldn't tell you for sure.

    Banshee Construction Progress

    in Kings Island

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    Actually the Banshee sign will be just to the left of the arch on a raised, curved bed which is easier to see in the morning light. That part is looking a lot like the original renderings so far: KI's Banshee Rendering.

    And this is somewhat still confirmed by the unofficial* park map that is on their website.

    *The map on the website currently(that is hidden very well) is an unoffical 2014 park map. The official park map should be released soon.

    HTCO, becomin' a lawyer…. at least, on here.

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    Something I noticed about The Beast

    in Kings Island

    Posted

    It honestly depends if the driver doing start-ups in the morning remembers to turn it on (which is something they should do). Its a minuscule thing that often gets overlooked.

    Ditto with Flight Deck, Adventure Express, and maybe ~50% of the rides with music. Others though, like Drop Tower and Invertigo, have their soundtracks synced with the ride. When the cycle starts, so does the music.

    Some rides in the park have(or had) music that synced with the ride automatically(IE: Crypt). But in the case of The Beast, it was as simple as pushing in a button.

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    Banshee Construction Progress

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    Posted

    I hope their will be wheel covers on the rest of the train. They look so good on the first two cars.

    My guess is they are still messing with wheel types so they are keeping them uncovered. The wheel covers on the front two were probably added so Greg and company could ride.

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    Banshee Construction Progress

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    It IS hurting the park when their images and media are used and not sourced. What you're missing is the fact that everything he posts is copyrighted material owned by Kings Island. Using the image without citing the source could be considered theft. Ever do a research paper in school? You have to cite a BUNCH of stuff so your teacher knows EXACTLY where you got the information you used. Quote a book, you have to site chapter and page number among other things. Why? That's the law. You are free to use copyrighted materials as long as you have both permission and cite your source. Digital media follows the same rules. Cite your sources. Why is that so hard to grasp and follow?! If it is not your own personal creation then you need to give credit where credit is due, it's that simple.

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    Explain to me then why YouTube videos taken of Banshee from OFF property testing were asked to be removed from the site? Even though it was created completely legally. Is it illegal to tape the park from off property? Its more than just links and photos. They have been controlling every little thing. You don't see that being done to lets say, TPR? They have events and such all the time. They post stuff like that all the time. I don't see TPR getting hate from parks?

    Also, when you cited your papers in school. Did you contact every source you used, and asked if you could use it on your paper? I can guarantee that is a no.

    Have you ever gone over the speed limit in your car by 1 or 2 mph? Oh you broke the law.

    Ever casually roll through a stop sign? Ohp. That too.

    HUGE difference between law, and justice.

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    Banshee Construction Progress

    in Kings Island

    Posted

    It has been my understanding that steel coasters should not begin operations under a certain temperature, but, once begun, can continue if the temperature dips below that. Frankly, at some point windchill becomes a concern for the riders, as well.

    Sorry for bringing this back from a page ago, but Terp you are correct.

    Not 100% correct.

    You failed to look over the "steel coasters SHOULD NOT begin operations UNDER a certain temperature, but they are able to continue operation if the temperature dips below that.

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    Adding on to chugh43, also note that each state has its own set of laws regarding Rides and Attractions. Let alone the United States.

    That coaster is in Japan… Don't think they are gonna have the same set of rules/regulations that the state of Ohio would have.

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    Banshee Construction Progress

    in Kings Island

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    I don't have a real problem with the whole capitalization thing but I hope that in the coming times the "good relationship with the park" we're trying to create doesn't make the Board become the park.

    Any time the Base takes over the Fan Base or really any intervention it often doesn't go over too well. See Star Wars and Harry Potter's Fan Bases.

    Anyone remeber the Ride Warrior forums…

    I agree with his statement 100%. This forum is starting to get taken over a bit in my opinion…

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    Banshee Construction Progress

    in Kings Island

    Posted

    All rides in the park allow you to bring food/beverage (excluding alcoholic beverages) through the queue line. To be even more particular guests are suppose to discard all food and beverages before entering the station. However, most ops are very lenient with this rule. That is unless you make a mess.

    Banshee Construction Progress

    in Kings Island

    Posted

    Anyone else hear the guy in the video say that 'the roofing shingles and siding of the station will be done by the first week of February'?

    Or maybe my ears are deciding me… I don't know much about scheduling for such things but it seems like they are way ahead of the ball game.

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    Banshee Construction Progress

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    I was wanting to post a picture but I'm not sure how to post it on here as I can't find the insert or upload attachment? Am I missing it somewhere?

    What most of us do is post it on a third party site (like photo bucket) and just copy and paste the IMG code into the reply. Works like a charm every time.

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