Coolangatta Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 I would like to know everyone's honest thought's about Thunder Alley, share your POV's over why it's still an attraction, what makes it a good attraction, and why it should remain in the lineup. As for me I alittle boggled as to why it's still alive and kickin' I'll be honest everytime I have been at the park that attraction has hardly if any people queuing or riding. I'm curious as to how much profit Thunder Alley rakes in, it must do ok I guess It's not that I have an issue with the ride but I'm just curious. Quote
catzdrummer09 Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 I personally think it is unnecessarily taking up space. There could be a great flat ride sitting there and instead we have Thunder Alley... Quote
Coolangatta Posted March 11, 2010 Author Posted March 11, 2010 I personally think it is unnecessarily taking up space. There could be a great flat ride sitting there and instead we have Thunder Alley... I'm all ears, what flat ride would you like to see or think that would fit in nicely there? Quote
Braves0511 Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 I'd like to see a round-up of some sort, I've always enjoyed them. Or even a chance Chaos ride. Oh and for heaven's sakes throw some trees in there. On another note, I think it would be more worth keeping around if the track had a more involved layout. I can go to the little place up the road for probably half the price and drive on a track three times as long with more to keep it interesting... Quote
Jamesv7 Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 I have never rode one but I think a Sky Swatter would look good there. Quote
Creed Bratton Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 I personally think it is unnecessarily taking up space. There could be a great flat ride sitting there and instead we have Thunder Alley... Totally agree!!!! Not sure what king of flat could go in there...but I'd rather see a flat than a go kart track.....that's what other businesses are for...not KI. Quote
mech Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 Totally agree!!!! Not sure what king of flat could go in there...but I'd rather see a flat than a go kart track.....that's what other businesses are for...not KI. id have to agree with you on that one, its not like the other pay to play rides that normally have lines. it most of the time i pass has no line Quote
Coolangatta Posted March 11, 2010 Author Posted March 11, 2010 I was just thinking why not kick it old school and bring back the Kurve and ironicly enough I stumbled upon this link: http://www.flatrides...ayernkurve.html Quote
Browntggrr Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 I'd like to see a round-up of some sort, I've always enjoyed them. Or even a chance Chaos ride. Oh and for heaven's sakes throw some trees in there. After the Chaos ride accident at MA, I'm not too sure CF would purchase another. Also, I believe that Chaos at CP is still for sale. Quote
Beast1979 Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 If it were more then just an oval and prices were a bit more reasonable then it migt have been worth keeping. Otherwise it's taking up valuable real estate. Quote
The Interpreter Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 Knowing Cedar Fair, if they still own the park, I would not be surprised to see Thunder Alley removed and a large Three Point Challenge installed in its place....and yes, the one at the old Flying Eagles site would also remain... Quote
Dbfan Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 We do really need a flat ride. I do still think that IJST should have gone there with antique cars staying. Quote
frisbeefan Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 I think a Screamin' Swing would be nice in that spot, however capacity isn't the best. Quote
Fear the Four Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 I think a Screamin' Swing would be nice in that spot, however capacity isn't the best. Two flats next to eachother that are similar(sorta) would look a little weird but I wouldn't have much of a problem with it. Quote
IndyGuy4KI Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 I don't see TA going anywhere with the fate of SOB still in the air. I realize this is hypothetical so I think maybe a ride like the Flying Eagles would go well there. I did note realize that the Flying Eagles were missed so much till it was removed, especially by us enthusiasts! Quote
alluna Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 Yep, the price is just too high for a few stolen minutes on a lame oval of track. I remember riding it once in Jr. High, then pitying my mom for having paid for it. Is it bad that I just want them to put some trees there? does that mean I'm gettin old? My chief complaint about this park since childhood has been the lack of landscaping. I'm ready to just drop a truck load of trees off at the front gate, or start an initiative to get plant donations from park guests. It has been a long time since anyone in ownership of Kings Island has given a care to what the park atmosphere is like. Don't they understand that people love The Beast for the trees? That people would delight in a fully dedicated River Town with actors on the train and gun fights in the streets? People love the stuff that gives a park tradition, theme and character. The whole park would benefit exponentially if each area stuck to it's guns and thrived on guests getting lost in the theme. The areas are there to help people navigate the park map more than they are to enrich the culture of the park. It's not all twisted metal and obnoxious basketball games, Kings Island! Sorry. The landscaping/area theming is one of those issues where I just want to shake someone silly. Quote
IndyGuy4KI Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 Don't they understand that people love The Beast for the trees? Ridding The Beast and DB in the fall when the leaves are turning is the best IMO! Quote
CedarPointer Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 While is is a boring track, they must make money on it if they are continuing to staff it (don't they usually have 3 associates there?). Quote
CoastersRZ Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 Yes they must make money off of it. However, on several instances this past Halloween Haunt, it was closed on Friday nights when I visited. Granted Friday nights weren`t as busy crowd wise, and staffing could have been an issue, but it still seemed odd to have it closed. I think if the park were to add flat rides, the better currently available location would be the old site of Flight Commander, where the Eurobungy sits. That area of the park certainly could use some sprucing up and an anchor attractions. That midway through there, short of the exit for The Vortex, does not really see much foot traffic. Quote
Coolangatta Posted March 11, 2010 Author Posted March 11, 2010 Well I think we need to look at what ride would exactly fit into the theme of things since it rests in the Action Zone area. So something that wouldn't clash with neighboring rides, something thats attracts attention. I thought about Gravitrons, Round-Ups, Himalaya or Beryn Kerve, and I liked the FlySwatter idea mentioned earlier too. I found this neat ride called the Vomitron I think it's at a park in Australia somewhere: Now that's an action ride but the janitors might hate Quote
Creed Bratton Posted March 11, 2010 Posted March 11, 2010 Well I think we need to look at what ride would exactly fit into the theme of things since it rests in the Action Zone area. So something that wouldn't clash with neighboring rides, something thats attracts attention. I thought about Gravitrons, Round-Ups, Himalaya or Beryn Kerve, and I liked the FlySwatter idea mentioned earlier too. I found this neat ride called the Vomitron I think it's at a park in Australia somewhere: Now that's an action ride but the janitors might hate That ride looks like fun! Quote
Cory Butcher Posted March 12, 2010 Posted March 12, 2010 Knowing Cedar Fair, if they still own the park, I would not be surprised to see Thunder Alley removed and a large Three Point Challenge installed in its place....and yes, the one at the old Flying Eagles site would also remain... I believe you are not considering the possibility that Thunder Ally may be as successful as Three Point Challenge... This is an industry that counts its nickels afterall! Quote
CoastersRZ Posted March 12, 2010 Posted March 12, 2010 Yes, that is possible. However, the three point challenge has rather minimal maintenance costs, after the initial capital investment. Thunder Alley, requires licensing by the state, annual maintenance on the cars, not to mention the cost of the gas for the cars. While these costs may be insignificant in the grand scheme of things, they will eat into the profitability of the attraction. By comparison, the three point challenge just has the staffing costs, and the costs related to the prizes. Quote
Coolangatta Posted March 12, 2010 Author Posted March 12, 2010 So what do think? Let's throw an idea or two in the official KI suggestion box...err or is there one? Quote
Diamondback96 Posted March 12, 2010 Posted March 12, 2010 So what do think? Let's throw an idea or two in the official KI suggestion box...err or is there one? There's the 5@5... which is now more like the 5@8. Quote
XGatorHead 8904 Posted March 12, 2010 Posted March 12, 2010 Thunder Alley, requires licensing by the state, annual maintenance on the cars, not to mention the cost of the gas for the cars. And insurance! Don't forget the insurance! Quote
Jasper Posted March 12, 2010 Posted March 12, 2010 Coasters you said that a flat would fit in better where FC was and where Euro Bungy is now. Well here's an idea, throw Euro Bungy in where Thunder Alley is and add some landscaping around it to kind of spruce up the area. Then, put the new flat in where Euro Bungy was and there you have it, no more Thunder Alley and a brand new flat. Quote
CincinnatiCyclone Posted March 12, 2010 Posted March 12, 2010 I think that it goes good with Action Zone, but it's right in the middle. Surrounded by Drop Tower, SOB , and Delirium, I don't know what could K.I. could afford to put in that is even in their class. The profit for the Go Karts is, I expect, down the drain. So, why not get some visitors to come with a new exciting ride? Quote
UnrealNightmare Posted March 12, 2010 Posted March 12, 2010 How bout an new restaurant, or Maybe a pond? Also KI could use a new water ride. Quote
IndyGuy4KI Posted March 13, 2010 Posted March 13, 2010 How bout an new restaurant, or Maybe a pond? Also KI could use a new water ride. A second water ride in AZ would not be a bad idea! Quote
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