CedarPointer Posted August 9, 2009 Posted August 9, 2009 FH reopened immediately after being cleared. SoB hasn't.
jondrewfoo Posted August 9, 2009 Posted August 9, 2009 and they still havent released a peep. youd at least think by now they would have come up with a decision. its been well over a week since the ride was cleared.
shark6495 Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 Well I would have to think the massive size difference has alot to do with the time difference between the coasters. Plus it could be that CF has decided they need to find a way to "fix/change/alter/etc" SOB before they reopen it while FH was much easier to check and since it has no previous incidents it was easier to clear. Sort of if you get pulled over for speeding, and you have no other tickets or record you may get off with a warning where if you have multiple tickets you may get a larger ticket and have your car impounded..... (Just an example)
mrsteele Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 I just think if they have made up there minds, that since the season is coming to an end and they are going to keep it closed, then just say so. Real simple, This attraction is closed for the season. Then we can move on to speculating on what the future holds..lol.
shark6495 Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 maybe they are afraid of future speculation.... sort of like well they think we may reopen it so lets let people think "hey it may open" versus people going "oh C*** its closed for tthe season that means its done for start the bonfire...." but then again people are already doing both soooo..... maybe they think that by not announcing it people will keep coming to the park hoping it is open..... who knows... And Side note I just heard gangstas paradise being played during sunday night football talking about people in the Football Hall of Fame.... now back on topic....
CedarPointer Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 Nails in the coffin for SoB: 1. Merchandise on clearance 2. Being virtually untouched since its closing 3. "It would be inappropriate to speculate when it may reopen..." (not exact quote) 4. Possibility of future incidents 5. The ride's reputation Reasons to re-open SoB: 1. Record-breaker 2. Fun ride to some 3. Increases # of coasters for the park 4. Tearing it down would be expensive 5. Money put into it since 2006 accident Feel free to add...
Fear the Four Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 Nails in the coffin for SoB: 1. Merchandise on clearance 2. Being virtually untouched since its closing 3. "It would be inappropriate to speculate when it may reopen..." (not exact quote) 4. Possibility of future incidents 5. The ride's reputation Reasons to re-open SoB: 1. Record-breaker 2. Fun ride to some 3. Increases # of coasters for the park 4. Tearing it down would be expensive 5. Money put into it since 2006 accident Hmmmm I never looked at it like that.
CincyMan98 Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 Ya if they destroyed SOB, that would lower the count of coasters at the park, would cost a lot of money and two other things: 1. Kings Island wouldn't look so cool if SOB wasn't towering over the park. 2. That space would be too empty - and to build another coaster would cost even MORE money.
shark6495 Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 to be truthful I really hope that when it comes to safety and money issues the planners do not think "how will the skyline now look?" Even though I must say it is very impressive when driving south on 71..... but the thought process has to be at this point how much will it cost to keep the ride open and fixing (or major overhaul) every 4-5 years and would it be cheaper to build a ride that operate more often for a cheaper price........ Side note does anyone know for sure that the wood would be unusable after (if they would) tear it down? It can not be used anywhere else?
TopThrill Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 You would still rebuild a better coaster in SOB's spot, that towers over the skyline. Just as long as its by someone who knows what there doing.
Dvo Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 Is there anything to be gained by the park explicitly saying that it is or is not going to re-open this season? For now it's closed indefinitely. Anyone going to the park should just assume that it's going to be closed the day they're going. And if they do decide to re-open it I'm sure they'll let everyone know.
Tomkatt7 Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 You would still rebuild a better coaster in SOB's spot, that towers over the skyline. Just as long as its by someone who knows what there doing. If you can afford to do it. I think thats what a lot of people miss out on. (not you exactlly, just people in general) The cost of tearing down, plus all the other costs to build coasters at parks that have already been planned for years. The fact that Cedar Fair seems committed to paying down debt. I am not sure that a new unplanned coaster at KI to replace SoB would fit the budget. If they can't figure out a way to re-open it as is, or with minimal re-engineering then it may very well be SbnO for many years. I hope thats not the case, but it could end up being reality if a better financial plan doesn't pop up.
hausty1983 Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 oh nevermind Firehawk reopens sorry everyone.
TTD-120-420 Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 I'm off to google it! If you are lying I am not gonna be happy with you Mr! Zach, who just called somebody Mr.... EDIT; Nevermind he got FH and SOB mixed up.
Dan Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 With the quick time it took Firehawk to reopen and the coming of the end of summer, I would say it's pretty safe to think SOB has about a .001002% chance of opening before the season ends.
CincyMan98 Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 I honestly don't understand what they're doing to SOB by closing it. Are they repairing it or something? I mean, someone complained that they had an injury. What do they do about that? Any roller coaster?
CedarPointer Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 Is there anything to be gained by the park explicitly saying that it is or is not going to re-open this season? For now it's closed indefinitely. Anyone going to the park should just assume that it's going to be closed the day they're going. And if they do decide to re-open it I'm sure they'll let everyone know. Credibility, for one.
CincyMan98 Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 I think the news just said SOB is going to be open today or tomorrow, as to inspectors saw nothing wrong with it. I swear I heard that. I even watched the TV, opened my ears and my eyes, and SOB is open. They were also talking about Firehawk.
jondrewfoo Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 im pretty sure they were just mentioning that Son of Beast was cleared as well. That has been known since july. I highly doubt SOB would just open in a day or two, with no prior testing...
CincyMan98 Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 What are you talking about "open in a day or two". It's been closed for 2 months.....and I could have sworn on the news they said "Son of Beast is now open also" (after talking about Firehawk).
jondrewfoo Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 you said it would be open today or tomorrow. if it was, there would be some official post about it and it would be bigtime. even if it were to open this season, wed see it testing for at least a day or two before they open it since it has been down for so long.
CedarPointer Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 I'll be shocked if it reopens this season... or ever.
jondrewfoo Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 at this point, i would be too. i really wish it would, though... youd probably see a boost of people coming back this year one more time just to ride it. ive talked to so many random people who were extremely dissapointed they wouldnt be able to ride it. especially the ones who came like 3 days straight so they could ride every last ride...
CincyMan98 Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 What are they saying on News 5 then????? I've heard three times "And Son of Beast is opening", "Back on rolling", "Back on track". Three different days!!!
Coaster Kid Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 All I know is that im surprised that this thread hasent destryoed itself yet.
CedarPointer Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 Considering how pro-KI this site has been lately, if there were an official announcment of SoB reopening, it'd be on here in a heartbeat.
CedarPointer Posted August 10, 2009 Posted August 10, 2009 WLWT has nothing about it on their website.
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