BoddaH1994

Yes -- please don't like to any videos of the Knievel jump. Robbie asks that his events only be video taped by those who have permission to do so, and I'm not sure how the legalities would work out with people linking on the site. However... and I guess you could say this is an announcement.. KICentral was able to obtain permission to post video tape and post the jump! I'm working diligently on bringing you guys some of my best work yet! Keep checking the site, I intend to have it finished and uploaded within a day or so!

Mark in your textbooks that May 24th, 2008, was a day that history was made and history was relived at Kings Island. The park took you on a flashback to 1975 and featured music, television shows, costumes, cartoon characters and even The Hussle… just like the 1970s! If anyone mentions Kings Island and 1975 in the same sentence, one can’t help but think of Evel Knievel’s attempt to jump 14 Greyhound buses on his motorcycle in the parking lot at Kings Island. Of course, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, and there was a man named Knievel at Kings Island that day. It wasn’t the late Evel Knievel but his legendary son, Kaptain Robbie Knievel, who made history in front of thousands of spectators by jumping 24 Coke Zero trucks in Kings Island’s parking lot! Thousands of fans watch in awe, excitement and sympathetic fear as Kaptain Robbie Knievel attempted to outdo his father by jumping the largest gap of his career that spanned a distance of over 200ft! This incredible spectacle featured sky jumpers, amazing pyrotechnics, live acts, and of course a record breaking motorcycle jump. The flashback didn’t stop there! Fans were promised the nostalgic return of some of their favorite Hanna Barbera characters and they got it to a much larger extent than they had ever imagined! Entering the midway near the Kings Island Theatre, guests were greeted by a plethora of performers sporting Polaroid cameras, puffy dresses and Evel Knievel jump suits. To set the mood, the area sported a DJ who played hits from some ‘new and upcoming artists’ such as Earth, Wind and Fire. It wasn’t long before “The Hustle” came on the radio and every performer, character and 1970s enthusiast joined in on the dance. For everyone who remembered the 1970s as well as everyone who was seeing it for the very first time, this was certainly a unique experience not to be forgotten. Click here to see photos of Robbie Knievel’s jump as well as other events from May 24th 2008 at Kings Island! If photos aren't enough, to see a video tribute to the historical Robbie Knievel jump at Kings Island! The Knievel jump may have already had its place in history but there’s still a lot of fun left this summer! Go to Kings Island’s official site, VisitKingsIsland.com for details! Is a season pass not right for you? Avoid the long lines and pay only a fraction of the regular gate admission by purchasing your single day admission tickets on the park's official web site, VisitKingsIsland.com. Remember these deals are ONLY available through the web site, so purchase online and print at home for the best value and fastest way to experience Kings Island! G’Day Mate! Kings Island’s Aussie-themed waterpark is now open for business! Come and have some wet and wild fun in one of the nation’s most popular waterparks! Boomerang Bay is FREE with park admission! It may still be Spring but Kings Island has sparked the unofficial start of summer by beginning daily operations! Kings Island and Boomerang Bay are now open daily, so take a well-deserved day off or stop by after work and enjoy a full summer of fun at Kings Island! Do you want the latest information sent directly to your cell phone? Sign up for KICentral's official mobile club and receive text alerts with the latest news and information about Kings Island! Signing up is fast and free! Click here for more information about KICentral's official mobile club! Are you an avid Kings Island fan or do you casually visit once a year? It doesn't matter! KICentral.com is the site for you. Why not register on the forums of KICentral and tell us about your thoughts and experiences involving Kings Island! Registration is fast, FREE, and easy. Don't forget to keep checking KICentral.com for the latest news, rumors and information about Kings Island amusement park! Regards, Ryan

Excellent work!

Unfortunately the VIP Grand Stand Seating is sold out.

Oddly enough, my home phone number is very similar to a nursing home up the street as well as my dad's church's phone number (ironically) so we get calls for them almost every day.

Everyone have fun at the jump. Remember that you are very literally seeing history in the making. It's not about records or distances necessarily, but rather seeing a legend, who is the worthy son of a legend do something that hasn't been done before. This may be your last opportunity to see a Knievel do anything of this sort, so if you're still on the fence, I highly recommend coming out!!

Just be thankful that you've got this exemption. In KY, it's a 6% sales tax whether you eat in or not.

I was kinda in aww that the man that wrote the book in KI did not know who the Kings of Komedy were? In his defense, the Kings of Komedy left long before he moved to this part of the country. Plus his book was more of a guidebook than a history book (though one could argue that it's a history book now).

That actually is something... refunding the amount for a season pass, used or unused, is strictly against park policy.

Not food, at least. I distinctly remember CInnabon and the Festhaus menus having "Prices are before taxes" posted on them.

Walking from the Gold Pass Lot really isn't that much farther than the premium parking.

Standard sales taxes apply to all of the food vendors at Kings Island.

....maybe he was afraid you guys forgot?

doesn't anyone sleep anymore There are a handful of people I see on the site late at night... every night.

http://www.visitkingsisland.com/news/detail.cfm?item_id=692 Check out the link at the bottom of the article, it may look familiar.

Nope! Still awake! Gordon is absolutely correct. Thanks for checking out the update! Ryan

I'm glad you like that. The Broadtexter thing was something that I had wanted to do for a long time and I finally found a program that allowed me to do it the way I wanted to. I hope you guys who are signed up find it useful.

I'm not sure where the VIP Grandstand will be, but there will be seating all around the jump site.

This Saturday, May 24th 2008, will be a day NOT to be missed at Kings Island! Come to Kings Island and see history in the making as Kaptain Robbie Knievel attempts to break his father's record by jumping 24 Coke Zero semi trucks in the parking lot at Kings Island! Construction of the jump site is well under way already. Click here to see photos of the massive Robbie Knievel jump site at Kings Island! Where: Kings Island, Cincinnati, OH What: Kaptain Robbie Knievel will attempt to jump 24 Coke Zero buses in Kings Island's parking lot. Additionally there will be special live entertainment throughout the day leading up to the jump including the return of the Clown Band, a flyover air show, live music, an extended fireworks display and more! When: May 24th 2008, the Knievel jump will begin at 7pm, but the special activities will be throughout the day. Cost: This event is FREE with park admission and to season pass holders. Special VIP Grandstand seating as well as general admission tickets are available at Kings Island's official web site, VisitKingsIsland.com. As Spring hits its apex, Kings Island is already ready for Summer! Kings Island will be opening the park for daily operation starting this Friday, May 23rd! Go to Kings Island's official web site VisitKingsIsland.com for the full operating calendar! Speaking of Summer, May 24th will also usher in the unofficial season of Kings Island Summer as Boomerang Bay Waterpark Resort opens for the season! Boomerang Bay is FREE with park admission! Still haven't had your pass processed yet? The time may be NOW! Avoid the lines and have your Kings Island, Kings Island Gold or Platinum Pass processed at Kings Island this Monday through Thursday 4pm to 8pm. While you're there, feel free to check out the construction of the Robbie Knievel jump site for yourself! You still don't have your 2008 Kings Island season pass? What are you waiting for! Purchase a 2008 season pass and get an entire summer of fun for one low price. If that's not enough, you can upgrade to a Gold Season Pass and get an exclusive parking area, special meal deals, double rides on some of your favorite attractions and much more. Still not enough? Purchase a Platinum Pass and get FREE admission and FREE parking to all Cedar Fair parks, such as Kings Island, Cedar Point, Geauga Lake's Wildwater Kingdom, Knott's Berry Farm and more! Click here for more information and to purchase a Kings Island, Kings Island Gold, or Cedar Fair Platinum Season Pass! Hurry! FREE parking with the purchase of a Gold Season Pass ends this Sunday, May 25th! Is a season pass not right for you? Avoid the long lines and pay only a fraction of the regular gate admission buy purchasing your single day admission tickets on the park's official web site, VisitKingsIsland.com. Remember these deals are ONLY available through the web site, so purchase online and print at home for the best value and fastest way to experience Kings Island! Are you an avid Kings Island fan or do you casually visit once a year? It doesn't matter! KICentral.com is the site for you. Why not register on the forums of KICentral and tell us about your thoughts and experiences involving Kings Island! Registration is fast, FREE, and easy. Don't forget to keep checking KICentral.com for the latest news, rumors and information about Kings Island amusement park! Regards, Ryan

Q: What's the difference between a Harley and a Hoover? A: Where you put the dirt bag. Sorry, I had to. That was Dane's line.

Almost any disabled person would let you go to the front for them if they had the ability to stand in line for you.

There's a lot to do at KI with a 4 year old. I'm sure you've heard that Kings Island won the Golden Ticket Award for having the greatest kids area in the world yet again. There's also 6 live shows, shopping, etc. Some things that may be of interest to you: (from the park map) Parent Swap: One parent of a small child waits in line, both ride! For more information or to obtain a Parent Swap Pass, please visit Guest Relations. Kid Track: Kings Island offers a service to quickly reunite separated children and parents with cell phones. Please sign up for the service at Guest Relations, Baby Care, or Boomerang Bay Guest Relations. Basically with Kid Track, the people at GR put your cell phone number on a wrist band so if your 4 year old gets lost, any park official can contact you immediately. It's a great service for someone so young.

If I'm a biker? And ohhhhh.... By the way, it's a Honda Cruiser .... By Choice. Sorry.. I thought you was a real biker..I used to run with Horsemen up in Hamilton..we rode real bikes..Harleys His Honda would probably look really silly passing your Harley at 130mph on the open road.

I haven't seen Drew yet, but Josh is always a guaranteed good performance.

I think it's somewhere near 200ft due to how close it is to the airport.