I don't know the logistics of it, but I think it would be nice for Kings Island to commission/offer Nanocoasters for all of their current coasters. Some of them might not be super popular. It would still be cool to see.
Bonus points if they make a model of the park to display them in (once they get their merch stores separated and finally holding unique merch).
Interesting article exploring the evolving food and beverage service and offerings, particularly from the perspective of kitchen equipment and labor reduction techniques:
https://fesmag.com/topics/trends/22740-amusement-parks-make-major-f-b-investments
I just rode Rapterra for the first time today. The ride has the B&M “shakes” at least from the outer seat in the back row on both sides. The launch is great and the ride paces well.The theming and landscaping is really done well. The only quirk is in order to get into the Fast Lane line you start out in the regular line:
Not that I am biased, but Bat does deserve more merch. I’m happy it got socks, a mug, a poster, and a pin for its 30th in 2023, but I would gladly buy other Bat merch such as shirts (and yes, I’ve already bought the Homage shirt that features the original Bat!).
And of course, Vortex merch will always catch my eye.