BoddaH1994 Posted September 24, 2008 Author Posted September 24, 2008 I think the time is coming when people begin to realize just how monstrous this thing is. Every time I go up there I'm surprised to see that thing. It will certainly change the landscape.
Captain Nemo Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 Just the sight of the thing gets me in goosebumps.
masonguy21 Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 The train is still running right now. Is there haunt rehersal tonight or are workers still working through the night and using the train as a mode of transport?
The Interpreter Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 The train is still running right now. Is there haunt rehersal tonight or are workers still working through the night and using the train as a mode of transport? Yes. Terpy, in your heart you knew he would
Kawana Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 Perhaps the train is assisting those with a need to know about clearance issues. Like, will it hit the track, etc...
RingMaster Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 Just the sight of the thing gets me in goosebumps. When nightfall hits and you walk past it in its current state and you're looking at the track for the second hill, it is absolutely terrifying. And this is in near pitch black, and you can see the silhouette of the track itself among the night sky and the trees right next to it. Trust me, I didn't get to look at the webcam for construction updates until just now, so imagine the look on my face when I saw it during 'Hearse'als; it truly scared me seeing something that big in the freakin DARK.
Beast1979 Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 Pitch Black Nighttime + Diamondback = Scary yet awesome.
House Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 It looks like there might be some of the tan supports laying on the ground by the 2nd hill now. There is a lot of activity going on there. The crane is definitely at work.
RailRider Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 ^ Glad the crane didnt call off sick today.
Beast1979 Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 Look at how steep it's gonna have to go.... This ride's gonna be awesome!
UCbengal985 Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 Would anyone mind posting some good pics from the webcam on here? The webcam on the website doesn't seem to work for the computer I'm on.
tigellinus Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 Look at how steep it's gonna have to go.... This ride's gonna be awesome! I'm still not holding my breathe on 74 degrees...only until RailRider's protractor confirmation will I be fully convinced!!
flightoffear1996 Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 Sadly I wont be able to go to the park until 10-11-08.
The Interpreter Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 ^ Glad the crane didnt call off sick today. Yes, there are cranes Indeed, there are cranes And soon....next year! Terpy, who just HAD to (and who IS going to ride Nitro again before he can ride Diamondback....no matter what...)
Thrill_Biscuit Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 Whoa! Just looking at that second hill take shape, and I can feel the Gs already! Oh, yeah.
RailRider Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 Look at how steep it's gonna have to go.... This ride's gonna be awesome! I'm still not holding my breathe on 74 degrees...only until RailRider's protractor confirmation will I be fully convinced!! Sorry cant confirm it with my protractor yet, but rest assured it will be 74 degrees
AgentSoB Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 Watching this go up piece by piece is even more exciting than the Maverick construction. For one it is a lot closer than "The Point". Also, this is such a major mile stone for Kings Island. This is like nothing that they have ever had. I think this factor alone make the excitement that much more intense. On a side note though... they have seemed to drop lift hill construction like a bad habit. However the second hill is doing a fine job of showing how much of a behemoth this will truely be. (No Pun Intended)
clbehymer Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 I just checked the webcam for the first time in about a week and my first reaction when they showed the second hill was WHOA! That does look really steep. Can't wait to see it in person on Saturday!!!
Thrill_Biscuit Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 ^Lucky! Those CGI videos of the ride do not do this ride justice, as do the real pics from the web cam! The real images look far more powerful! This ride is going to instill much awe.
flightoffear1996 Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 Im heading to the park next weekend and every weekend after that until parks close. WHOOO!
flightoffear1996 Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 Considering that track gets so close to the train if the train blew its whistle and diamond back was coming wouldn't that burn the riders?
XGatorHead 8904 Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 I rode the train last night and it was a whole new experience going under that track. It will be really something with the coaster trains going by overhead.
Beast1979 Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 I got a wide view and I saw that the area just outside the Crypt Cave entrance is littered with First drop pieces, probably 5-6 of them. And it looks like the first of them is about to go in:
tigellinus Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 ^^Yes!! The 74 degree angle can at least partially start to be gauged!!
masonguy21 Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 NO! THE WABCAM ISNT WORKING ON MY COMPUTER AND THEY ARE PUTTING A PIECE OF TRACK IN PLACE!
RailRider Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 I would love to know how many hits the webcam gets a day?
Beast1979 Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 I would love to know how many hits the webcam gets a day? Take the number of frequently active members on this site and multiply by 10. That should give a good idea.
masonguy21 Posted September 24, 2008 Posted September 24, 2008 where is the 10 coming from? and whats considerd frequently?
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