mikejenkins1

For just a few dollars you can get usb connection floppy drives (and I have them for just this kind of reason). Nice to still be able to transfer media in all fashions even if older. Speed is not an issue just access.

That is a cool idea. I realize the cams are mounted wrong for this, but how about one pointing at the parking lot to see how full it is before coming. HA! I have used the cams before in the past for that exact reason. They used to show main street and I would check before going to make sure it was not packed. So I am hoping they will have a camera front park side as well.

Ok, I will ask, so exactly where are you?

So the metal fencing in the splashdown, is this just an OSHA thing for when testing. I would hope the people working the area are not the bad off to walk up when a car is approaching. Wonder if there will be a lake border fence as well to keep other darwin winners away.

There is a visitor at the crows nest (top of hill 1) at 2:15 PM.

So I am guessing they did another concrete pour or what is the reason for the blue tarps?

Agreed..

Yes we need to protect people from joining the Darwin Society.

Well we have a yellow train, a 'silver' train and what will be the third color? Did not find any train color info on the official site...

Well it would be nice to see the park at a new area called 'Lost Coney'. Bring back some old rides like the rotor, eagles, whip, tumble bug and such. Get a new family area to add with the kid area. I know you read that some of these rides are no longer available but I think with a little work, they could be brought back. It would be a mid level ride area for families to enjoy together.

ok, lots of talk about the zero car graphics. But I have yet to see a good picture of it. Can someone post a pic or link to a good shot of it?

yes and this means higher speed & forces on those spots vs. the slower ending.

when/where will we see the official announcement?

I really expected to read a note that someone had emailed/phoned Don to let him know that the webcam was down and could he fix it..... :-)

Wonder why part of the transfer track area to holding area does not have the criss cross supports (X) but the one half does.

Any ideas about what the digging work they are doing at the final drop into the splash?

So when is the actual Media Day date/time?

I wonder why they have not put a plastic wrap around the top section like they did on the bottom when the concrete was poured. It would at least keep some of the elements out and let them work in a little nicer environment.

The official answer from the official man in an email to me: There will not be a walk back to The Beast this season for members of an accredited roller coaster club/organization. Gold and Platinum pass holders will have early access on Diamondback every public operating day, as well as another major roller coaster. Coaster club members that do not have a Gold or Platinum pass will be able to participate in the early rides on Diamondback and second coaster by showing their valid membership card. Sincerely, Don Helbig Area Manager, Public Relations Kings Island

So the exclusive walk back days (ACE card carrying member) are gone? There will not be a Coaster Geek ride time prior to Gold/Platinum ride time? Just wonder since that means it would essentially be packed now instead of just a few.

I have been an ACE member for MANY years and we have used the ACE (or other club) walkback for years. Last year was really great many times as my sons and I (and an occasional friend of the kids) were the only ones there for the walkback. We once got 3 laps on Beast before the park even opened. I am not sure what the mention of Gold/Platinum passes has to do with anything. It was only for coaster club members before so what does a Gold/Platinum pass help out? My question for this year and it appears so, is can we choose Diamondback over Beast or do we now get one on both? If the later one then this is especially sweet.

Wow! 2 guys are ascending the first lift hill for some kind of inspection/track work. That must be cold on a day like today.

Will the ACE walkback include Diamondback as an option?

Yeah and I just noticed that Clifford is on the prowl again. They have it behind Crypt and I would guess getting ready to work drop #2.

Happened to be watching at the same time. Did they carry it under the track or around on the path I wonder?