Shaggy

FYI, Track and supports for the new coaster are on site at KK. I would suspect assembly to begin this week.

Probably warmer temps, and when all other priorities are met. If that camera didn't get "wiped" for a month I wouldn't blame them... it is currently 12 degrees.

So forgive me, but I assume the supports haven't at all been painted yet?

It's called "Increte." and is indeed stained concrete. The color in increte cannot be removed, the concrete must be removed completely. Many parks use increte... and are using it more an more. It's known in the construction industry for it's ability to not only take and retain color/stain, but also it's ability to produce stamped patterns. http://www.increte.com/

I would suspect we've seen the last of the circular "increte" Action Zone insignia.

Although I enjoy watching Banshee rise, I am concerned for any workers in these temps. Frankly, I wish they would take the time off until temps rise. It's simply too cold to be assembling today. Surely they have buffer time for completion.

Gotta say... KD is knocking the ball so far out of the park for 2014 that my jaw is literally on the floor. Hint, Hint, Hint KI.... Floral bell... topiaries... Ghinkos... Flying Eagles.... "International Street"...

Either way, his is an incorrect statement... some notables were built within that 25-year period. Blue Streak, Matterhorn etc. I think the significance to The Racer is that it received great publicity. Interest in coasters had wained, and The Racer's size and scope drew attention and was news worthy... thus the park got lots of press. That rejuvination of interest is what started the "Second Golden Age."

Although that may be the initial proposed rendering... that's exactly what the real thing looks like. The billboards are that *odd.*

Happy Holidays Don! I am curious. Does KI still shut down for a holiday break Christmas - New Years? If so, will construction also halt? (I apologize if this has been covered previously.)

No amount of paint, no amount of new rides, and no amount of good intentions will cause KK to succeed if they do not, first and foremost, commit themselves to developing a safe and fun atmosphere free of the teenage riff-raff troubles that have ALWAYS plagued the park.

Admission at a park is typically not a revenue generator. The idea is to get them in the door, and have them spend monies on other things. That's where profits lie. Really, the idea of a pay-one-price was born out of the philosophy that profit margins lay within the park - not at the gate.

Curious... am I missing something? How do you know those are Bat trains? I just see chassis. None-the-less... it's highly likely The Bat trains could have been used for further testing in Utah once their production had occurred. It was likely this test that proved the stablization to be an issue. Seems obvious to me, so I am a bit surprised it made it to the actual physical testing stage. Just think about it. The train would need to hit the inversion at the perfect speed - not too slow, not too fast. In a scenario where weight fluctuates dependant upon riders ensuring an exact rate of speed is nearly impossible.

Correct. The Bat was never designed with, or inteded to have, inversions of any sort. Shaggy

Bingo... it always amazes me when the news carries a story about a ride getting stuck. Getting "stuck" is a good thing when it comes to malfunctions IMO. I rode RRR this past January. I wasnt really impressed. I found it jerky, and rough, and ultimately not that thrilling. The choice of music was the best part of the ride. I will say that climbing the lift is a bit intimidating... just gives you an uneasy feeling.

Nope not odd, strategic His funding is likely contingent upon an on-time opening. He's pacifying the backers.

I too ate Dinner at Beasts Castle. We were in the main hall which was fine, but I think I would have preferred the West Wing. I did go in and observe the Rose petals and The Beast Painting transformation. We made our reservations MONTHS in advance, and rightly so. They were turning people away by the dozens while we were there. BTW, Enchanted Tales with Belle was one heck of a heartwarming experience. It's geared to little, little, LITTLE kids... but it was overwhelming to see their response. It made me *misty* to see those little tots light up when they saw Lumiere and Belle!!! Shaggy

Wow, just saw the webcam, I knew the lift would be steep, but that's REALLY steep!

There was always something in this show that bothered me. It's the fact that Danny Bonaduce stands up while riding the log flume!!!

I actually find Charles Jacques' book on Coney Island to be the essential "Bible" of Cincy Coney Island. At one point he was compiling one for KI... however that hasn't cone to fruition. Has anyone heard anything from Mr Jacques in recent years? I used to see him at KI from time to time, but I rarely go now, so not sure.

I actually found one at an antique mall years ago... you may try some of them. Florence, Fairfield etc.

Oh, you know what I mean ;-) I'll tell you the only thing about Banshee that has me concerned. In the videos there's a Raptor-esque end where the track abruptly straightens going into the final brakes. I love Raptor, but always hated that "jolt." Many enthusiasts call it the B&M "Oooops!" Like they got to the end and said "Oooops, we need to straighten the track!" Hopefully Banshee will forgo the Raptor "Ooops!"

I believe B&M's are assembled in order... from start to finish... and with the large crane currently on the opposite side of the lift from the midway, I would suspect the smaller crane will take over contructing the base of the 1st drop and first inversion. (Once the larger crane has placed the lift and drop.) Then the smaller will probably continue the work, up until the loop, at which the larger will then take over again. It's obvious the large crane will "back out" of the construction area as it's completing the course.

"It will now offer a roller coaster seat on the ride line for riders to judge for themselves in advance if they fit." Isn't this poor grammar? Seriously, journalists need better proof readers these days. The park will now offer a roller coaster test seat to riders wating in line so they may judge, for themselves, if they'll fit.

As I understand it, Dinosaur at AK is WDW's answer to Indiana Jones.