KIBeast

So, I haven't read any of this thread. Keeping that in mind, I wanted to comment that I just saved $61 on the gate price of Kings Island and Cedar Point by purchasing their Coaster Combo tickets. I had planned on season passes this year, but by the time I went to do so, they were out of my price range. Plus, I most likely will only make one trip to each park.

I love The Vortex. However, I am of the opinion that as much as I love it, its' shelf life seems to be coming to an end. I am positive that Ouimet will come up with something great to go in that spot. For me, it will always be the ghost of The Bat location. I loved that ride and unfortunately, it was poorly designed.

Highly profitable park, considering its' size.

I say this with a grain of salt, but rumor has it that it will be relocated to Michigan's Aventure.

I always loved the Mean Streak as well. But I can see where its' shelf life was at an end. Excited for the new

My guess is that this will have most inversions for an RMC'd coaster. Will be interesting to say the least. I am in the camp of 2018 based on the fact that you wouldn't spend that much on a project and not help to push season pass sales for the season it opens.

Wow, I think that one takes the cake. I am sure that I rode The Bat (original) at least twice.

calakapepe, I'm not sure how anyone classes Ohio as midwest either. It's way more east coast than anything. BGT would be the one I pick for CF to buy.

Love the Facebook page and everything you have posted, Shaggy. TombraiderTY. nice posting of the concept art. I too, remember when Adventure Express opened. Twas a great ride with all of the theming, lights. fog, etc. Now, it's a great mid coaster with minimal theming.

Completely agree with all of this right here. You should seek to be a designer or architect. Seriously

Which is why I said it's my opinion. Pays to read

By the picture they are using, I am guessing that Intamin will be building a new ride for CGA or one that is an Intamin is being relocated. I don't think it will be another manufacturer, but that's my opinion.

The sign looks great! I love The Vortex and it was so awesome getting to ride it with my son for his first time last season.

I would rather see something that pops than something that looks like traced letters

Coaster pulls in station... "Riders, how was your ride?" Riders whisper "Yay!!!"

Yes, that is what I was meaning. I do however, like the flying coasters as well, although I have never been on a B&M Flyer.

I think a flyer is a good possibility, unless something new and unique comes along like the Wing Rider

That is what I was getting at Shark. Yes, potential is there, but nothing is guaranteed to be around for decades. I look at some parks that have closed or been abandoned and I'm sure at one point, they thought the same thing.

You can't really even say for decades to come. If interest is lost, they won't be around for decades to come even.

In regards to shows like Cirque, they may be booked and making millions now, but you cannot predict when the interest will decrease enough for them to shut down. Ringling Bros. ran for 146 years and I'm sure they never imagined that they would be shutting down. You just plain never know. That really goes for any kind of entertainment.

Oh, that was really funny KDD. You are correct sir

The COULD open Mean Streak in 2017, but I'm betting 2018 for the simple fact that it will be the MAJOR announcement and focus for marketing next year. Their big push for this season is water park/hotel improvements.

When I receive my tax return, I am purchasing Platinum Passes. The plan is one trip to Cedar Point to introduce my son to that park. At least two trips to Kings Island...one trip will be for two days so he can experience the water park on the second day, more night rides on The Beast, and of course, Mystic Timbers.

You all have given some great advice. Just another reason I am glad to be a part of this community. KDD, I have a couple of months before I will be purchasing, so I will do some research. Waiting for tax season to get here.

Thank you for all your help. My price range is going to be more like $700. I will check out that site, KDD.