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I missed that because I was reading King Cobra's response and when I had the window open for my post above Tiggy's and then when I posted my response it was on the next page. Thanks for bringing that one to my attention. I might have missed it otherwise.

That it is. That part is a bit confusing.

Mr. Helbig? Huh? Did I miss something. Cool pictures none the less.

That is terrific. *hopes that opening day is one such day* Thanks Tiggy.

Just a curious thought but unless I am horribly mistaken I thought I made a post here about if there would be a webcam broadcast of the party because someone mentioned it. Perhaps it was in a different topic... but I was sure I posted it here. My mistake if it was.

I wonder if The Beast will be included on the ERT. Since it's so close to Diamondback. Also it being the 30th year anniversary. Just a hunch though. I know it's been said but we can certainly hope! = )

I found out that it will be bidders who can afford a shiny nickle indeed. As far as I have been able to tell, there will be companies whom will bid, thus raising more money for charity. I'm okay with this fact too. I don't think the auction will be public. I don't care if I don't get the first ride as long as I get to ride! I think it's going to be a lot of fun no matter.

Is this event going to be on a webcam? I wanna see. I can't come to the party (no ticket and I can't make it anyhow) I would love to see everyone getting hyped.

The one for Six Flags New Orleans, I have a question... where the hell will they put it? .... better not be where I think it is or I won't go near it. And that would be a horrible thing for them to do. EDIT: OMG it is... it looks like it is right in the middle of where a lot of destruction was. I saw satellite pictures. Shameless. **** six flags. I'm boycotting their sorry asses now. That really ticks me off man.

Ahem, I think it is the FIRST LIM launched Coaster! Beast 1979 is correct actually. It was the very first. I rode it the day it opened. I love that ride too. And I second, third, etc. whatever... everyone else is saying in regards to having fun! Do that too! = )

If I'm understanding this accurately - being a Platinum Pass Holder will get you in early every day for the ERT so belonging to a club becomes a moot point for most KI enthusiasts (please correct me if I'm wrong). I joined Coaster Buzz last year, mainly selfishly for Boo Buzz which gave us an ERT hour on Maverick (I got 9 rides within an hour - my daughter got 11), however it's an affordable club and the membership appears to work for things like this, Coastermania and benefits like at Holiday World. I saw that Coaster Fanatics also has a club you can join. Someone official will need to judge on what counts for KI or not. Perhaps for some people, but actually it's not a moot point for me at least. Since I am touring many different places all over the US to ride coasters between this year and next year. (I wish I hadn't missed so many at Cedar Point...) At any rate, Kings Island is my home park and I enjoyed the coasters at Cedar Point as well. So I figured the Great Ohio Coaster Club was appropriate since I'm such a fan of KI. And yes, I too want the ERT time for opening day. I don't care about the rest of the year... I won't be up early enough every time for it to make a difference. However, it would be nice to meet some other people whom are into coasters. There isn't really a group in my area that I know of... so Ohio is the closest.

He did say it was. Well you could probably ride most if not all the coasters depending if you come on a slow day or not. Or I recommend that you try to spend a couple days if your going to drive that far anyways. (Also if you come in the summer the water park isn't half bad) Diamondback and Firehawk should be included for sure. But don't forget the classics. You must ride The Beast at least once (especially good at night) and The Vortex. And most of the people will say the same things I did I'm sure. We all have our favorites but these four rides are essential. I would say ride SoB but I am doubtful about how safe it is even with the modifications. I was beaten so badly the last time (without the loop) that I thought I was going to have a broken bone or something. It was extremely painful. It's a heck of a ride though. I wish I remember what car/seat I was in and I would say just avoid that. The back is usually a bad place to get beat up, same with The Beast. Honestly I like riding The Beast in the front so I can get a nice view. So much that I could say but I must be off to work soon. Hope you enjoy your visit to our home park! (well most of us anyhow)

They have good drinks at Outer Hanks bar. Just in case! lol

You might be a KI addict if you plan out your next trip before you go, so well that you have it memorized.

That was Top Gun if I remember correctly. Flight Commander had a "flaw" in the design... more or less that's the case.