Had it been in the news constantly like it has been this time? And, certain people lied and said it was no longer rough, so guests wanted to see if it actually was. It has a proven track record much like the Ford Pinto.
I can't help but think that, would anyone really ride SoB at this point? Besides coaster enthusiasts, the GP has heard SO MUCH about how unsafe the ride is, I can't imagine that ridership would be anywhere near where it was before.
I would pay like $3-$5 for a block of SoB wood with the name stamped on it. It's a huge markup by the park, most customers would find that to be a reasonable price, AND it costs almost nothing for the park to make. (and it's cheaper than most park souveniers!)
If they are allowed to do it, it should also apply to malls, restaurants, etc. Those places provide entertainment, too, you know. Just to point out the ridiculiousness of it...
Which is a very stupid thing to do, because it will eliminate many impulse visits to the park, which most likely fuel many food purchases, which would actually end up making less money for Mason...
If CF slaps some Snoopy cutouts in and removed the great theming Paramount installed, then I will be disappointed. Considering that it is Planet Snoopy and not Camp Snoopy, that's what I'm expecting. I don't mind Nick itself leaving (Scooby is another matter), but the level of theming.