Purplehaze Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 Do ya think the trams of any fashion will return to the park? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beastforever398 Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 I dont think they will, they probably cost KI a lot of gas money, and in this economy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplehaze Posted June 14, 2010 Author Share Posted June 14, 2010 Maybe if they would jack the price of a Coke to $5.50 they could afford it. Sorry I just had too.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DropZone99 Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 ^It is already $5.50 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIfan73 Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 Any more, I actually wouldn't be all that surprised if they did come back. Things much less expensive than $20 million dollar rides (although there's nothing wrong with them!) can do a lot to improve someone's experience in the park. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IceCream329 Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 They took them out because of the metal detectors installed back in 03, having that and the trams would have really cramped the entrance area...making it unpleasant!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brick52 Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 They could charge for tram rides? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beastforever398 Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 Nobody would pay to avoid walking a few hundred feet to the entrance... Trust me... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colonel_SoB_fan Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 ^ O yes some would, sadly they would Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbkigi Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 ^ O yes some would, sadly they would Very sad but your right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast79 Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 I would like to see them return, it was a nice way to just relax before heading home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TylerRider Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 ^It is already $5.50 Coke is only $1.25 at the passenger pickup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colonel_SoB_fan Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 I know where it is only a dollar i believe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 ^ O yes some would, sadly they would Very sad but your right. There are those who gladly would have paid for that...as they had disabled relatives and/or friends who would have come to the park IF there had been trams...paid or not...Some people have difficulty walking but don't (in some cases, yet) own their own wheelchairs...and the park, like most, will not allow rental chairs out of the park itself, not even in the parking lot (for fairly obvious reasons, sadly). I know where it is only a dollar i believe That's sad. If employees aren't even allowed free soda, any hope for all you can drink soda being included with admission is very slim. Then again, water is a better choice for hydration anywho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 I think they could make money if they got some of those limo golf carts that hold like 9 people you see at some malls and charged a dollar a person to take them to their car. Those would still fit in the old tram area without issues. I would not use it to go to the gold lot, but if I was parked way out and gotten blisters on my feet (like I did a few times ago) it would be worth it. Just a thought! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplehaze Posted June 14, 2010 Author Share Posted June 14, 2010 ^ O yes some would, sadly they would Very sad but your right. There are those who gladly would have paid for that...as they had disabled relatives and/or friends who would have come to the park IF there had been trams...paid or not...Some people have difficulty walking but don't (in some cases, yet) own their own wheelchairs...and the park, like most, will not allow rental chairs out of the park itself, not even in the parking lot (for fairly obvious reasons, sadly). I know where it is only a dollar i believe That's sad. If employees aren't even allowed free soda, any hope for all you can drink soda being included with admission is very slim. Then again, water is a better choice for hydration anywho. You are so right terpy, There are more people than we think, I have a few family members who need these trams. My mom and dad visit the park weekly. It takes them a few hours to just make it around the park after taking many breaks for health reasons. On the way out of the park they always say they wish the trams were there for them. I think people forget the fact that KI is visited my many patrons from every walk of life. Everyone there is not there to ride a coaster. Actually my parents said they would go to the park twice a week if they had trams. I consider the trams part of the ride experience. Going to Kings Island as a kid in the mid 70's and riding the trams to the front gate added to the excitement. When the park closed it did not matter if the car was in the first few rows we always rode the tram. A great way to end the day when you were tuckered out from a long day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOPGUN1993 Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 (edited) Edit: Whoops lol well how about I post a random tram photo.... Edited June 14, 2010 by TOPGUN1993 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplehaze Posted June 14, 2010 Author Share Posted June 14, 2010 ^^^ I do not see a tram in that pic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedarPointer Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 I know where it is only a dollar i believe Nope, I think it's $1.25 there. I think. CedarPointer, who wouldn't know, because he drinks water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shark6495 Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 I think you could see the trams return. But not as a gas powered, maybe electric? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnygolucky08 Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 The trams wouldnt even have to go up as close to the park as they used to to avoid congestion. They could also only be offered to people who had to park in non gold pass parking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beastforever398 Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 ^ O yes some would, sadly they would Very sad but your right. There are those who gladly would have paid for that...as they had disabled relatives and/or friends who would have come to the park IF there had been trams...paid or not...Some people have difficulty walking but don't (in some cases, yet) own their own wheelchairs...and the park, like most, will not allow rental chairs out of the park itself, not even in the parking lot (for fairly obvious reasons, sadly). I know where it is only a dollar i believe That's sad. If employees aren't even allowed free soda, any hope for all you can drink soda being included with admission is very slim. Then again, water is a better choice for hydration anywho. You are so right terpy, There are more people than we think, I have a few family members who need these trams. My mom and dad visit the park weekly. It takes them a few hours to just make it around the park after taking many breaks for health reasons. On the way out of the park they always say they wish the trams were there for them. I think people forget the fact that KI is visited my many patrons from every walk of life. Everyone there is not there to ride a coaster. Actually my parents said they would go to the park twice a week if they had trams. I consider the trams part of the ride experience. Going to Kings Island as a kid in the mid 70's and riding the trams to the front gate added to the excitement. When the park closed it did not matter if the car was in the first few rows we always rode the tram. A great way to end the day when you were tuckered out from a long day. Boy, was I wrong! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KI-ORIG-EMP Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 Some of the reasons eliminating the trams would be the cost of fuel, cost of repairs and up keep, liability insurance, labor costs and the congestion the front entrance would be with the installed metal detectors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplehaze Posted June 15, 2010 Author Share Posted June 15, 2010 Some of the reasons eliminating the trams would be the cost of fuel, cost of repairs and up keep, liability insurance, labor costs and the congestion the front entrance would be with the installed metal detectors. I agree with you but do not forget the trams ran for many many years while the ticket booths were where the metal detectors are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKISecurity Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 I dont think they will, they probably cost KI a lot of gas money, and in this economy... I agree on costs...let's add a monorail system! I'm sure there are a few cars back by the safari graveyard!!! That's right, it can be done!!! Run them on solar power! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 Odd that while most Six Flags and Cedar Fair parks have eliminated their trams, Holiday World's runs every operating day, as do the ones at Busch Gardens, Disney, etc. Eliminating the trams might very well have been penny wise and nickel foolish...It should be noted that eliminating Kings Island's trams was not a Cedar Fair decision, but not re-instating them is...Doing nothing is a choice...not just inertia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windshawne Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 They need to bring them back. Some of the elders are worn out when they get to the gate. Let's see $10 for parking, $4 and change for a Coke...yup-its doable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coasterfun Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 Odd that while most Six Flags and Cedar Fair parks have eliminated their trams, Holiday World's runs every operating day, as do the ones at Busch Gardens, Disney, etc. Eliminating the trams might very well have been penny wise and nickel foolish...It should be noted that eliminating Kings Island's trams was not a Cedar Fair decision, but not re-instating them is...Doing nothing is a choice...not just inertia. Which Six Flags and Cedar Fair parks still have trams? I know the Busch Grardens have trams but do any of the SeaWorld parks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colonel_SoB_fan Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 I dont think they will, they probably cost KI a lot of gas money, and in this economy... I agree on costs...let's add a monorail system! I'm sure there are a few cars back by the safari graveyard!!! That's right, it can be done!!! Run them on solar power! Nope here is an Image of what use to be KI Monorail. Jungle Jims now owns it and is installing them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lukeyj05LJ Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 Disney and dollywood do it and dollywood isnt in a chain like Kings Island or disney Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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