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Trade Backlot Stunt Coaster to Carolwinds for Mountain Gliders (aka Flying Eagles).

How would a ride pass system work? Meaning when someone enters the Orion line for example, they have to scan their season pass or daily ride pass. The system knows based on amount of people in line, it takes 45 minutes. So at the point you enter the loading area you have to scan your ride pass again. If it says you been in line for 10 minutes, then you line jumped and removed from the line. I understand there can be many exceptions. But if people know their time in line is being monitored, they will less likely line jump. The first ride pass is free if you don't have season passes. If you lose it or need a new one, then it costs $5 or something. I have a game card in my wallet to load more money on it when I want. So it should not be too much of problem creating ride passes. Not every ride would need it. Just a thought.

Didn't get to go this weekend but did anyone notice a huge difference with parking lot? Nicer??

Is it pressure treated wood? If so, painting it too soon can actually cause the boards to warp, plus you run the risk of major paint adhesion issues. After a few months, give it the tried and true moisture test. Dribble some water on the surface, and if it soaks right in the wood is ready to coat.

I think the moved the camera up to get the entire Eiffel Tower in view.

Yes, I hope it is a fountain too. KI bring back more water features.

I agree with the "shooting" aspect. If it is a secondary dark ride in the park, then fine let us shoot at things. But the main dark ride should just be a 'ride'.

Wasn't this the same camera we had from a weather or news channel a couple of years ago? When Orion was being built?

It's a huge investment in those building just to tear them down. But I agree something should be done with them. I always wonder what the decision makers in their "War Room" (planning) of what ideas come up to do with them. If anything ever came close to happening.

Ride operators (and other KI employees), thanks for making the experience a great one for the GP.

Looking forward to the new season and seeing changes they made. It goes by quick so enjoy every moment, even if things aren't exactly right. They have new team members and crews but things will iron out. We are very lucky to have a world class amusement park like Kings Island so close to home.

Kings Island fandom page says it was remodeled in 1986. https://visitkingsisland.fandom.com/wiki/Dodgem

It seemed to have happened in 2001 when the over the shoulder restraints were replaced with lap bar restraints. Not 100% sure on this.

Let's put it in the TRTR building.

Which of these discontinued/extinct coaster styles would you like to see come back with modern technology? Which modern manufacturers is best suited to build a defunct one’s models. I got this list from Airtime Thrills YouTube page but thought it would interesting to see KIC members take on it. Would any work in The Vortex spot? Arrow - Suspended Chance Rides - Toboggan Intamin - Accelerator (Hydraulic Launch) more intense than LSM Intamin – Pre-Fabricated Woodie Intamin - Space Diver Intamin - Suspended Catapult Intamin - Swiss Bob Intamin - Wing Rider Morgan - Hyper Coaster (Superman) Schwarzkopf - Compact Multi Looper S&S - Woodies (should they try again??) TOGO - Ultra Twister TOGO - Looping Mouse Zierer - Launch Tower Coaster

Well I am jealous you got so many rides. Back then I couldn't drive yet and didn't have season passes. So my only opportunities was with youth group or family day outings. I got to ride it once and then it shutdown that day. All other times the ride was down the whole day. Actually I do not remember when season passes started. I started getting mine in the mid-90's after getting married.

King Cobra was a big hit when it first came out. But since it lasted several years and you got to ride every year over that time, the novelty wore out. Where with the The Bat you almost feel like one of the lucky ones to have ridden it just once. And survived!! The wild swinging was fun and just something totally different being suspended. If I remember right they blamed inferior steel for dismantling King Cobra. Or maybe they just wanted room for Action Zone. I know there's a whole thread somewhere about why KC got removed. I missed the old theming of that area but loved the new rides they put in.

I didn't mean to make light of a situation like that, I really thought it was just kids talking. Had to be very frightening to those riders and I hope nobody was hurt.

The Bat lore lives on. Always heard the story from "someone" who knew "someone" that rode The Bat and then the front car fell off. That's why it was always closed.

Little bit of sad news is that Robbie Knievel passed away back in January.

Am I going to far out on a limb to say I think they should just incorporate The Viking Ship into the Adventure Port area? Give it a matching paint job and update the queue then call it the Pirate Ship or something. I would guest if there are cargo ships, then there are pirate ships.

Honestly, I don't believe it will be removed and relocated until it meets EOL. So maybe just surround it with trees and vegetation so we cannot really see it unless you're in front of it or in line. idk I don't remember why Paramount decided to place it there. They just wanted a coaster to match their movie and had this big piece of land without having to expand the park. Or some other grand Paramount scheme never completed. It is a fun ride and I enjoy it, it's just somewhat misplaced. I am still mad that Carolwinds got out glider ride though.

Kings Island is recruiting hard at the area schools this week. Maybe they did this in the past but I just don't remember it. The article says they will hire students on the spot. Kings Island hosts job fair on-site, will be at area high schools all week https://www.journal-news.com/news/kings-island-hosts-job-fair-on-site-will-be-at-area-high-schools-all-week/C6UYMIGAMNAR7OHVW64NNAZGWY/

Just asking . . I am not close enough to be "in the know" for Coney Island. I would love to see all the rides come back. But is the new business model profitable? Was the ride maintenance and employees a money pit for the bottom line? I am sure it was more than just ride operators, some other staff would have been let go too to cut costs. I truly miss the idea of going down and walking around the old park. Seeing the sites and sounds of people enjoying a full lineup at the park.

Ohio Has A Brand New Theme Park With Roller Coasters, Rides, And Restaurants Yes, a little bait-in-switch here. I saw this headline in Facebook thinking a new amusement park was coming. But to find out they are talking about "Adventure Port" at KI. Gotta say I am excited about this new themed area and anticipating a home-run by the park. https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/ohio/brand-new-attraction-oh/