KIBeast

That might be your opinion, but that doesn't mean that you are correct. Trust me, personal injury or not, they are ON the hook. Structural problems are within reasonable scope of things that the park IS responsible for. Or, the manufacturer at least. Kings Island will be sued and do not have much of a leg to stand on. Plus, we're not talking about an injury on the way to the park. This happened in the park, on their ride, and due to some kind of structural defect. There is reasonable expectation that the structure of the ride be maintained so that it does not result in inuries. Anything less and amusement parks become ghost towns.

^It does say that on the back of the ticket. However, that does not let them off the hook. I think it's pretty reasonable to expect to ride a coaster and not get injured in this way. Clearly, this is not a case of rider error.

Tatsu looked pretty awesome. The show was kind of boring since there wasn't really anything new.

I figured that Dad had a hand in it. However, even still, it was HER words and ideas! I think that next time I go on a trip and do a TR, I'm going to use photos. I'd rather see folks having a good time than to read about it in great detail.

There were birds involved?

^I agree. Don't feed the trolls. However, something is planned since CF stated that they would go ahead with whatever plans Paramount had for KI. I have a feeling it is a flat ride or new water park addition. I really don't see any coasters for this year and maybe next.

Yeah, that is a shame, Ryan. I had no idea you guys were going. Oh well, maybe next year. Phantom Theatre, that was the name of the grill, so thanks. I thought it was really good food and not over-priced. Gburn, I only noticed the vibration this year because last year, I only rode in the front and back of the train (never felt the vibration before). I've heard some people complain about it, but I didn't think it was that bad.

^Yeah, it is called the Sky Swatter. I think that would be a great addition for Kings Island. I think that they could also use a boomerang bay addition. I'd like to see one of those master blasters installed.

Sounds like you had a great time. I was about your age when I first started going to Kings Island. I have many great memories that were made there.

I doubt it since KI already has a Drop Tower. No need to buy an older, albeit, similar ride.

I agree. Sounds like someone needs a girlfriend or boyfriend, whichever the case may be.

Nice shots, Ronny! I agree that the Villain is pretty rough. I do find it less tolerable than even...dare I say it...Son of Beast.

Well, my brother and I made our 2nd annual trip to Geauga Lake over the weekend. We left on Friday and spent the day riding Saturday. We first went over to X Flight and they were actually using both loading stations. I really like X Flight and enjoyed yet another lap on this great flying coaster. Last year, they were only using one side of the loading station and I had never seen how the track flips for the dual load...interesting. After that, we hit up Head Spin. There’s just something that I like better about Head Spin than Face/Off. After that, we decided to head over to the Big Dipper. Now, last year, I rode back seat and had a terrible ride. Very rough and basically crushed my spine. Not this year. We rode towards the front and that seemed to solve the problem. Great air time to boot! We then headed over to Thunderhawk and Dominator. We get in line for Thunderhawk and get about two trains away when they announced that Thunderhawk was having technical difficulties. So, after a twenty minute wait, they finally started cycling trains again and we were able to ride. I love this coaster. Very fast paced. Next, it was on to Dominator. We were not being picky about where we wanted to sit and got right on in the middle of the train. Another great B&M except this time, I could feel the vibrations that I have heard others talk about, but never experienced. It was not painful, but a bit annoying. After that, we headed over towards the Villain and Double Loop. We rode Villain first and got a great ride. There are some parts that were a bit rough, but it was still very enjoyable. I think that the trick track is a neat part. So, then it was on to Double Loop. Classic Arrow but not very fun. Not one that I would re-ride. Afterwards, we went over to the Raging Wolf Bobs. Last year, I thought that it was the surprise of the trip. Great fun and now that the re-tracking is complete, it was pretty smooth. My only problem with it is the transition that is in the middle of the circuit. It just doesn’t seem to make any sense at all. Still a good coaster, though. Next was on to the Texas Twister and Time Warp. Texas Twister was a great ride and I love how it flips you five times in a row. Much better than Tomb Raider: The Ride. We strolled on over to Time Warp where we waited only one cycle. Classic flat, lots of fun. At that point, we stopped for lunch. We ate a packed lunch out in the car. After we went back in, we took 2nd and third laps on all of the coasters. Later, about 9:00, we decided that we had enough and were ready to crash for the night. Day Two: Spending the Day at Wild Water Kingdom. We pondered the night before whether or not we were really going to do the water park the next day. We had considered driving back and stopping at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, but opted to go ahead to the water park. It has been many years since I spent any time at a water park. In face, it had been so long that the last time I visited a water park was Water Works (now Crocodile Dundee’s Boomerang Bay at KI). So, before we did anything, we went to liquid lightning, the pro tornado slide. The line was really short, which was great. However, we had not even got the least bit wet and that water in the funnel was ice cold. Next, we headed over to the tower with seven slides. I went on a body slide and had a great time. After that, we hit up the lazy river, which I had never done before. Very relaxing and the water was very warm. We spent a little time over at the Splash Landing. Lots of stuff to keep the kiddies occupied. Me, I am a good sport, and I don’t care if some kid is spraying me down with one of the water guns. Anyway, what I was really waiting for was the huge bucket of water that dumps down. I saw a couple of kids get washed away as that water dumping was pretty strong. We ate lunch at an open grill, which I can’t remember the name right now. We had a bratwurst, chips, and drink. The price was actually reasonable. Finally, we decided that since we were already dressed for the occasion, we would go over to the park side to hit up Pepsi Plunge and Grizzly Run. But first, I had to satisfy that jones I had for riding Dominator and Villain one more time. Then, we got in line for Grizzly Run. Maybe I am spoiled by Kings Island’s White Water Canyon, but Grizzly run was absolutely terrible. Takes forever to load and unload, not to mention that I barely got wet at all. So not like White Water Canyon. After waiting forever for Grizzly, we were pretty much done for the day and decided to skip Pepsi Plunge. But, before I left, I was determined to grab a stick of the .25 cotton candy. I can’t explain it, but I always have to get some cotton candy before I leave. Wonder who thought to take sugar, heat it up and spin it onto a stick. Brilliant!

^Well, Scooby, you won't get flamed by me. I don't care for Italian Job: Stunt Crap very much at all. The launch up the spiral and the second launch into the tunnel is about it. I am surprised that you listed Son of Beast as a favie. Seems like most people here dislike it. I however, LOVE it. That's right. I said it. I LOVE Son of Beast! Hopefully, all will be well soon and I will be able to ride one of my favorite woodies again.

Interpreter, what do you mean by saying that IJ:ST is an "alleged" family coaster? When I went recently, there were lots of families in line for it. It's also pretty tame, which makes it a family coaster.

That would probably work too. I've not seen Johhny Rockets, so, if it has a 50's type theme, then Happy Days could become that as well.

I just kind of figured by the way that Happy Days Diner is decorated, it would be very easy to convert it over to a Coasters. Just a little deduction, no insider information here.

Glad you liked FOF. It is an awesome ride. Much better than when they had the OTSR's. The Beast is a great night ride. Face/off is a good one, but I didn't ride it last time due to the long line. I just don't think it is worth more than a 20 minute wait. I am still scared of Drop Zone, too.

I didn't think about that. Guess it's just another "upsell" item. I can hear them saying, why bother with an on-ride photo when you can watch yourself riding the entire ride. I know that now they are really pushing the on-ride photos with the plastic frame. I always try to remember to get the old paper frame. I don't think the plastic is much better.

Thanks. I've been wondering about that. Couldn't get an answer over at Coasterbuzz. I knew I should have come here first.

Whoa! $20.00 for an on-ride video? You can buy a movie for that much instead of a two minute (if that) coaster ride.

Speaking of KI history, I have a question to ask about The Beast. I know that the skid brakes were replaced by magnetic brakes. Were the skid brakes always there? If not, when were they installed? Thanks, PKIBeast

Glad you had a good time. Can't wait to go back next year when the new coaster is running. Something I don't get. How can maXair be a better ride than Delirium? They are identical rides. I can't believe that you didn't ride Magnum XL200 or Meanstreak, both of which I personally like.

I can see the Happy Days diner being turned into a Coasters restaurant.

On my last trip, that area was very crowded and seemed to be drawing many a sucker into it.