CorkscrewMcPuke Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 2 hours ago, Hawaiian Coasters 325 said: I wouldn't say RMC has "been teasing" more like they just put out one cryptic tweet mentioning Outpost 5 probably to troll the KI enthusiasts who always bring up RMC reviving SOB. Shun the non-believer! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion13 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tr0y Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 On 5/21/2023 at 11:28 AM, Tr0y said: I’m assuming Adventure Port will be open for Memorial Day weekend? I can’t picture the area being completed in regards to theming considering how far behind they are but the rides will be operational. With Cargo Loco opening tomorrow. I’m assuming now that the Adventure Express will be opened Sunday, and Sol Spin possibly opening Monday? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brenthodge Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 5 hours ago, chad_1138 said: So we have had the crates and barrels out for what, a few days. Witnessed multiple guests today using them as their personal seats and rest zones. I’m not talking about the ones right by the walkway. The ones up in some mulch under some trees. #peoplesuck Yep. Kids have turned them into play structures that you literally have to cross 6-8 feet of mulch to get to while the slob parents sit on their phones daring anyone to say anything. If you want to know why we can’t have an awesome park-here’s why. I give the planting around the stone head a few days till they are destroyed by kids climbing on it, and bets on how long until sone drunk idiot tries to jump the fence into the boat since it it “docked” right at the edge of the lake. People are idiots, but a lot of this was not thought out for the type of crowd this park gets (saw them there tonight. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timchat2 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 That's unfortunate. The vibe around Adventure Port at night is lining up to be something special, and that's even before all of the elements are in place. Hopefully the park can figure out a way to keep some "nice things" around despite some of the guests' behavior. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor.B03 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 No amount of chaperone policy will stop people from climbing the props Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brenthodge Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 4 hours ago, Taylor.B03 said: No amount of chaperone policy will stop people from climbing the props But maybe a friendly “hey, can you guys please come out of the planter that you had to crawl over a curb and cross 8 feet of mulch to get into, please? Thanks!” From security, but unfortunately there seems to be a “don’t rock the boat” mentality when it comes to that stuff. I guess there are only so many hills you can die on. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeastFarmer Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 Use the sternness that I saw last week outside the front gate. A gaggle of middle school boys were running and horseplaying as they made their way to the bus. Two guards called them out, moved around them and gave them the what for. The dejected teens complied. See also about 10 years ago when I was between the clock and junkyard coaster by Swan pond. I stepped into the grass to get a picture of Diamondback splashing down. I got dressed down firmly, but nicely, by a staff member. An adult being scolded by a teenager. That employee really cared about Kings Island. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KI Guy Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 On 5/24/2023 at 3:33 PM, AintNutinElse2Do said: Some people are happy to sit beside someone but I often see people wanting their own row/car/cage whatever with flat rides in general. While the 48 technically can hold double the amount of people when you factor in everything else I really doubt actual capacity doubles. The seats aren't benches like on a Scrambler or Shake, Rattle & Roll. They're molded seats with a divider and individual harnesses. They wouldn't leave seats empty, just as they don't on WindSeeker- so capacity would have essentially doubled, (assuming equal ride cycle time). Regarding Cargo Loco, I'm glad to hear they're opening things as they become ready. That's the best thing to do at this point 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjamin22 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 2 hours ago, brenthodge said: But maybe a friendly “hey, can you guys please come out of the planter that you had to crawl over a curb and cross 8 feet of mulch to get into, please? Thanks!” From security, but unfortunately there seems to be a “don’t rock the boat” mentality when it comes to that stuff. I guess there are only so many hills you can die on. I will say the other day I saw security tell a few kids to get off the brick ledge / wall on the path connecting Rivertown & Coneymall so maybe security actually does care about people sticking to path. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brenthodge Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 11 minutes ago, Benjamin22 said: I will say the other day I saw security tell a few kids to get off the brick ledge / wall on the path connecting Rivertown & Coneymall so maybe security actually does care about people sticking to path. that's great to hear - my own kids get annoyed with my "on the path, please" to them all the time. It's really a parent issue at this point - kids will be kids. It's OUR JOB as parents and supervisors to teach them to respect the investments that the park makes. Sadly most adults with kids either just don't care, or worse, actively encourage it to get the 'great picture'. HINT - Timmy isn't THAT cute, and he really isn't cute "drankin' out of that giant beer mug in that ther planter" so get you darn kid out of the plants! LOL 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chad_1138 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 7 minutes ago, brenthodge said: that's great to hear - my own kids get annoyed with my "on the path, please" to them all the time. It's really a parent issue at this point - kids will be kids. It's OUR JOB as parents and supervisors to teach them to respect the investments that the park makes. Sadly most adults with kids either just don't care, or worse, actively encourage it to get the 'great picture'. HINT - Timmy isn't THAT cute, and he really isn't cute "drankin' out of that giant beer mug in that ther planter" so get you darn kid out of the plants! LOL Agreed. The worst offenders are typically the encouraging parents. The worst example I can think of is the giant troll at Haunt/Winterfest. Every time I walk by there are parents having their kids climb over the fence to stand by the troll and have pictures taken. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperial79 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 Just a few minutes left till the park opens, I wonder if they will have something for the first Cargo Loco rider! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldschool75 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 Cargo Loco and AE are open today from what I heard. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion13 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 Adventure Express is open! I rode it twice! 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beastfan11 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 Getting in my car now. Ha. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeastFarmer Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 12 minutes ago, Orion13 said: Adventure Express is open! I rode it twice! Well spill the beans about what's different! 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShedTreeBoi1 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 how were the lines? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion13 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 Spoiler These are some pictures of the station. There are plenty of new props that really bring the ride to life. There are also a bunch of new voice lines and props throughout the ride. 9 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zac2211 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 Cool that it's open, but sad that the Outpost 5 tweet had no mention of SOB 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggy Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 3 minutes ago, zac2211 said: Cool that it's open, but sad that the Outpost 5 tweet had no mention of SOB The Southern Yellow Overlook signage in the station is referring to SOB. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnjniehaus Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 Did they do anything interesting with that third tunnel? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zac2211 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 39 minutes ago, Shaggy said: The Southern Yellow Overlook signage in the station is referring to SOB. Is that just because SOB was made of Southern Yellow Pine? Becuase most of KI's woodies are made of that same wood. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beastfan11 Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 53 minutes ago, johnjniehaus said: Did they do anything interesting with that third tunnel? Spoiler Lighting upgrades. That’s it for the third tunnel. Lots of great stuff going on with the ride. It looks great, although I feel like it’s not 100% ready yet. About to get my second ride in. Sol Spin is testing! IMG_2506.MOV I’ll have some more pics to share in a bit. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggy Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 50 minutes ago, zac2211 said: Is that just because SOB was made of Southern Yellow Pine? Becuase most of KI's woodies are made of that same wood. Here's Orion 13's picture of the SOB in-station reference Elevation @ 218 - SOB's height World largest rose bowl - SOB's infamous double helix ...and there's your Outpost 5 reference. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonofBaconator Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 2 minutes ago, Shaggy said: Here's Orion 13's picture of the SOB in-station reference Elevation @ 218 - SOB's height World largest rose bowl - SOB's infamous double helix ...and there's your Outpost 5 reference. Not only that but the SOB eyes are clearly visible in the background 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggy Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 3 minutes ago, SonofBaconator said: Not only that but the SOB eyes are clearly visible in the background ...and the hills... but no loop ;-) 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonofBaconator Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 I like how Adventure Express is used to highlight the park’s past lore: Amazon Falls, SOB, King Cobra, etc. It makes sense that a coaster that features ancient ruins would have some metaphorical park ruins incorporated into the theme. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggy Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 5 minutes ago, SonofBaconator said: I like how Adventure Express is used to highlight the park’s past lore: Amazon Falls, SOB, King Cobra, etc. It makes sense that a coaster that features ancient ruins would have some metaphorical park ruins incorporated into the theme. Don't forget Flying Dutchman. The Arches are now being called "Dutchman Arches" 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brenthodge Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 1 hour ago, zac2211 said: Is that just because SOB was made of Southern Yellow Pine? Becuase most of KI's woodies are made of that same wood. the elevation... the "rose bowl" ...the wood. Brilliant, subtly-obviously subtle (is that a thing?) easter eggs. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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