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Kudos to CF and the park's management team for all the improvements made this year. Looking forward to the season to start.

I felt like if they are not going to put in an attraction in the Tomb Raider building, then turn it into an eating area to something like FestHaust. With Rivertown theming to match the area. I know a lot of people want it torn down, but it is still a huge investment just to throw away. That said I still want something to replace it . . just saying if it going to stay, put it to good use.

For me, unless a ride has become unsafe and cannot pass safety inspections I do not want anything to be removed. Only if there is a new project to replace that ride. I wish they would add more flat rides in some empty spots. If a ride has high maint costs and low ridership then plan to replace it. But I don't want to walk by Congo Falls and look at an empty spot for 2-3 years. Maybe I misinterpret what some people are saying.

How long did CF sit on the Six Flags offer before rejecting it?

Correct me if I am wrong but wasn't the Six Flags offer to be paid in stocks. If this Seaworld offer is in "cash" it may be more intriguing for CF to accept. idk, I'm not a finance expert in these types of dealings. I actually hope they will not accept the offer. I have been very pleased with the operations and direction KI is heading under CF. Even though I have been a skeptic of feeling CF would not let KI shine above CP. But I accept this in how well the park is ran in my opinion . . I love our management team. I love Kings Island.

Does this match the leaked plans? If so, it could be one of best 2 or 3 coasters in NA . . maybe even #1. And who knows if it will even be built, changed or just canceled. But if it does get built, it's just more confirmation to me that KI will never get something superior to CP. Don't get me wrong, KI has world class coasters and there are many parks that would love to have our lineup. But it's just what I feel is the reality of the situation. idk With that said, I have been more than happy with operations, food, shows and theming CF has brought to the park. I have been going to KI since it opened in '72. I do love all the new rides KI has received under CF. My favorite is Mystic Timbers just because it is so fun to ride. Again, it's just my opinion.

I would love something like Calico but definitely would come with a huge price tag. I feel like they need to redo Boo Blasters but maybe because I still wish it was The Phantom Theater. I understand how everyone feels the Crypt building is an eyesore but the building itself is a huge investment just to throw away. I am still trying to think outside the box (no pun intended) that is financially feasible. Would turning it into another Festhaus make sense? Of course different theming/shows/food. Or is that just too much for KI to have two in the park??

Just thinking out loud . . for the Crypt building, why not revamp the queue line and retrofit it for the smaller top spin ride that doesn't pull itself apart?? Then we could have the more exciting spinning cycle that we loved when it first opened. idk

I would be in favor of an extra hill at the long break shed. The one after the first drop and hill in the ravine.

I guess the checkered boxes will be OK once everything is painted. Not really sure what to change them to. I just felt they looked tired and old . . out of place.

Can't wait . . going first night it's open.

Maybe it has to do with so many rides getting repainted this year??? Don't know but may have caused operational issues.

I agree, get rid of the checkered pattern.

Very exciting all the paint jobs getting done for next season. I am always very appreciative when the park does updates and keep things fresh and new. Love the new logo.

Whatever goes in this spot, I would like for it to be part of Rivertown. They could theme it together with The Beast like they did with Orion/Flight of Fear.

I would love to see the water feature come back to The Beast. I know there were issues with the pond/lake but maybe just enough to have to mill wheel run again. The sound of running water just makes things more interesting.

I remember it well and rode it everytime we went to KI. The first year of operation our school did a field trip to ride it. I also remember a couple of exhibits at the entrance . . one side had Snow Leopards and the other side I cannot remember??

How about adding a whole new attraction on top of the Eiffel Tower . . like the Macau Tower climb

I would love a immersive dark 3D type of ride. I know KI cannot absorb the ongoing maint/operational costs . . but how much do you think a place like Universal spends every 30 days of operational costs to keep those type of rides running. Just curious because I really would have no idea. I don’t really know how much KI spends every 30 days to keep Boo Blasters running.

I didn't see this posted so apologies if it is a double post. But some new track has been delivered to Universal's Epic Universe. See at the 1:26 mark.

I understand why people would say The Beast. It does not have all the bells and whistles of new rides. The layout if not for the woods is a little boring. But if you lived thru the opening back in 1979, it was a marvel for it's time and just stuck in the enthusiast mindset to this day. Just think if Orion had opened in 1999 . . or some date 20-30 years ago. It would still be regarded as one of the best coasters ever built. But since it was built last year and number 7 (I think) of GIGAs built in the US. Most people regard it as a lesser of the GIGA's. Some argue it isn't a GIGA at all. It's just all perspective. For example, if the same BAT was built today most people would not give it much thought after riding a rickety coaster barely getting over 100ft tall. But back in the 80's it was the reason you went to KI and waited in line for 4+ hours. FYI . . I love The Beast and still see it thru my 12 yr old eyes. The best ride ever . . to my perspective.

If they are handed this card then they cannot say they did not know the rules and consequences. And reinforces this in their minds. But I know some will disregard the rules not matter what they are told.

Another update - https://www.journal-news.com/news/mason-identifies-kings-island-fight-suspects-park-implementing-additional-safety-protocols-to-protect-guests/7XE64ACQ7VEWBPKXNYHQENZQQY/ Maybe the park has been quiet pending the ongoing investigation.

I agree. Honestly, who would want to be a security guard or even a police officer in today's political environment. I also agree with other posters that if the park is understaffed then they probably should limit how many patrons can enter the park.

Here is someone who thinks it's going to Cedar Point.