markr Posted March 18, 2009 Posted March 18, 2009 I plan to get to the park early and get right in line for DB. I don't care how long the line is or if there are mechanical issues-I'm not budging from the DB queue area until I have my first ride. ( That reminds me- have to stop at Staples to get one of those things that you click so I can keep count of my DB rides. The name of that gadget escapes me.) Quote
Mr. Coastermania Posted March 18, 2009 Posted March 18, 2009 I will miss opening day but will make it up next weekend since i will have 2 days to enjoy park. I had planned on opening day but the park is only open on the 18th and closed sunday the 19th. so i had changed my trip plans so i can enjoy a whole weekend up there. Quote
The Interpreter Posted March 18, 2009 Posted March 18, 2009 ...( That reminds me- have to stop at Staples to get one of those things that you click so I can keep count of my DB rides. The name of that gadget escapes me.) I believe the name of the gadget you are looking for is a counter. Not of Corian brand, though... Quote
tigellinus Posted March 18, 2009 Posted March 18, 2009 ^^I gotta be honest...no matter how hard core I may become, I'm refusing to get one of those things!! Quote
violakat03 Posted March 18, 2009 Posted March 18, 2009 I have a twitter and a phone. I'll use them to keep track. If people get tired of my "first ride on Diamondback" "second ride on Diamondback" updates, they'll just have to quit following me. Quote
gigacoaster2k Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 Yesterday I asked my boss, "Is it possible to request April 18 off?" She gave me a knowing look and said, "My daughters want to go too." Quote
gigacoaster2k Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 ^^So did she say yes?? I try to ask for days off as far in advance as possible to increase my chances of getting it. There have only been two times in the last 6 years that I remember not getting the day off that I had requested. Unless she looks at the calendar and starts a sentence with "Well...." , it's a yes. Quote
ZosoBeast Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 With some people wanting to buy a counter to keep track of opening day rides on DB, and others wanna tweet there counts to the web, I am wondering how many spins do you WANT to take vs. how many spins you WILL take. I see it being a very crowded day (weather permitting) and with that, I am not thinking you will need a counter/tweet to keep track of your DB rides. But I sure hope I am wrong! I passed the park for the first time since they started testing DB last night. Heading north on 71, I was looking at the other people in the cars next to me, heads all turned toward the park! I funny sight indeed. (guess you had to be there!) Quote
gigacoaster2k Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 I plan to get to the park early and get right in line for DB. I don't care how long the line is or if there are mechanical issues-I'm not budging from the DB queue area until I have my first ride. I couldn't have said it better myself. Lines schmines, mechanical problems schmechanical problems, I don't care. I will be riding Diamondback on opening day. However, if I witness anyone jumping in line in front of me and you are within a short distance of me, I suggest you plug your ears. Quote
tigellinus Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 Yeah, I don't think a count-clicker will be needed for opening day by any means...having said that, I am optimistic about how many rides most people should get. Quote
LongLiveTheSmurfRide Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 Yesterday I asked my boss, "Is it possible to request April 18 off?" She gave me a knowing look and said, "My daughters want to go too." That's crazy. My boss asked me yesterday if I could work on the 18th (I already have it off, but someone else asked off and they wanted me to cover.) I was like, "Noooo no no no noooooo. That day is off limits." I'll work on my birthday (July 4th, which I'm currently not, heh heh) but not April 18th. Quote
gigacoaster2k Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 I'll work on my birthday (July 4th, which I'm currently not, heh heh) but not April 18th. Same here. I'll work my birthday, and all holidays of the year.. just please don't force me to work on a day when there is a coaster event!! No one cares about holidays or birthdays anymore, so who cares if I have to work them? Not I. Quote
tigellinus Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 No one cares about birthdays anymore, so who cares if I have to work them? Not I. Haha, I agree!! After 25, birthdays are all down-hill from there! Quote
LongLiveTheSmurfRide Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 No one cares about birthdays anymore, so who cares if I have to work them? Not I. Haha, I agree!! After 25, birthdays are all down-hill from there! I don't know, we threw a pretty sweet Star Wars birthday party for my future brother-in-law for his 30th. Quote
gigacoaster2k Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 No one cares about birthdays anymore, so who cares if I have to work them? Not I. Haha, I agree!! After 25, birthdays are all down-hill from there! I thought I was the only one who noticed. After 21, the parties get smaller and smaller.. then eventually people are like "Oh ____, you're a year older! When did that happen?" It's hilarious. Even more hilarious is that I used my bonus check to go out and buy everything I wanted but didn't get, so I could care less who forgot, or decided that a celebration wasn't necessary. Quote
Lastairbender07 Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 i will be there nice and early to work... Quote
tigellinus Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 No one cares about birthdays anymore, so who cares if I have to work them? Not I. Haha, I agree!! After 25, birthdays are all down-hill from there! I don't know, we threw a pretty sweet Star Wars birthday party for my future brother-in-law for his 30th. As Terpy would agree, Star Wars enthusiasts are of a different sort!! There's A LOT that hasn't happened with most of them before 30 anyway!! Quote
XGatorHead 8904 Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 Heck, I threw myself a kegger for my 30th. But sadly, we didn't go through the keg like we used to be able to... Quote
LongLiveTheSmurfRide Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 No one cares about birthdays anymore, so who cares if I have to work them? Not I. Haha, I agree!! After 25, birthdays are all down-hill from there! I don't know, we threw a pretty sweet Star Wars birthday party for my future brother-in-law for his 30th. As Terpy would agree, Star Wars enthusiasts are of a different sort!! There's A LOT that hasn't happened with most of them before 30 anyway!! Heeeeyooooo! Oh wait... I'm a Star Wars enthusiast.....*Walking away, head down, Sad Charlie Brown Christmas music playing* Quote
gigacoaster2k Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 Sorry for turning this into the birthday topic! I'm likely going solo on opening day. Anyone who wants to ride with me (anyone with a steel stomach of course), find me and we shall ride! Quote
The Interpreter Posted March 19, 2009 Posted March 19, 2009 ...Even more hilarious is that I used my bonus check to go out and buy everything I wanted but didn't get, so I could care less who forgot, or decided that a celebration wasn't necessary. You could care less...so you do care some who forgot! Terpy, who couldn't let that pass.... Quote
KIBOB Posted March 20, 2009 Posted March 20, 2009 I just hope that i will be able to at least get through the front gates with the little time that i will have I have to work until 4 that day Quote
tigellinus Posted March 20, 2009 Posted March 20, 2009 ^^Well, considering my guess is they'll shut down the park for over-crowding by 3:00...if you're working until 4:00 you're likely screwed!! "Sorrryyyy..." (as the Moose likes to say! ) Quote
LongLiveTheSmurfRide Posted March 20, 2009 Posted March 20, 2009 ^^Well, considering my guess is they'll shut down the park for over-crowding by 3:00...if you're working until 4:00 you're likely screwed!! "Sorrryyyy..." (as the Moose likes to say! ) That's a very optimistic view of how the day will be. I'll try to leave around 4 with my fiance and buddy so 3 more people should be able to get in. Quote
KIBOB Posted March 20, 2009 Posted March 20, 2009 ^^Well, considering my guess is they'll shut down the park for over-crowding by 3:00...if you're working until 4:00 you're likely screwed!! "Sorrryyyy..." (as the Moose likes to say! ) That's a very optimistic view of how the day will be. I'll try to leave around 4 with my fiance and buddy so 3 more people should be able to get in. Very true, i can see it now heading to the park and traffic being backed up out of the parking lot, down Kings Island Dr., and all the way to the I-71 exit. And it wont get any better when drivers who cant get in try to look out to catch a glimpse of DB and cause a 30 care pile up. Hmmmm maybe i should just wait till the next weekend Quote
kiruler102 Posted March 21, 2009 Posted March 21, 2009 Why isnt the park opened on the following sunday the 19th? Quote
LongLiveTheSmurfRide Posted March 21, 2009 Posted March 21, 2009 Why isnt the park opened on the following sunday the 19th? They're expecting an opening day "hangover". They'll need huge Tylenol. Quote
The Interpreter Posted March 21, 2009 Posted March 21, 2009 Why isnt the park opened on the following sunday the 19th? A park buyout. Read: A private group has in effect rented the park, and guaranteed the park revenue for the day, in exchange for exclusive use of the facilities. Quote
KIfan1980 Posted March 22, 2009 Posted March 22, 2009 Why isnt the park opened on the following sunday the 19th? A park buyout. Read: A private group has in effect rented the park, and guaranteed the park revenue for the day, in exchange for exclusive use of the facilities. Wow - would be nice to be part of that private group with DB opening this year. Quote
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.