acbjones1983 Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 WLWT.com will livestream the announcement on their website at 2pm tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KI FANATIC 37 Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 Thats great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coasterkidd23 Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 I think i know where the new ride is going to be place. There was a topic a few weeks ago and someone went on top of ET, took pictures, and found that they're was land cleared right behind Flight of Fear and behind SOBs large helix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flightoffear1996 Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 I wish I could really make it to the park or watch the stream but tomorrow of all days as I have so many place to be and wont be able to check until 8:00. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cormaster Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 Okay...Watch this to learn what a skyFlyer is: http://www.funtime.com.au/data/index2.htm Now...I don't know much about coasters and their fancy terms and such, but after looking at this quick video clip, it announced the NEW 117M Vienna StarFlyer. Folks, that's 383 Feet. Whoa! It's totally AWESOME, but with one drawback. It only seats 2 in chair and 12 chairs. That's only 24 riders at what let's say a two min loading/unloading time and a two min up/ride/down/unload cycle back over again. So about five min a ride. AT 24 RIDERS AT FIVE MIN INTERVALS, THAT'S ONLY 288 RIDERS AN HOUR. Now, have a (perfect) 12hour day, that's only 3500 riders a day. I also don't think that KI shouldn't interfere with the Eiffel Tower View by putting something in front or behind it. It makes sense if they hook it toward the coney mall side. It's lonely down that way. I've been promoting that idea forever. I hope they keep away and preserve The Beasts' unique darkness that makes it the wildest ride to ride at night. They did well with Diamond back at night too. I think a push out in and around The Racers and Firehawk would make a nostalgic place to bring back the antique cars, King cobra (one can dream can't he?) and a boardwalk style rides (even a rollerskating rink with an organist) for our older generation of guest who can't absorb the powers of the mainstream rollercoasters anymore but would still love to have something to do in the park. Let's give them something to enjoy. Those are just my oppinions. 24 people? I sure hope whatever version we get seats more than that, or we could see outrageous waits like 5 hours or something! That is assuming we're getting one of these IT does make the most sense. what else could be taller than Diamondback, but alot more affordable, and require a small enough footprint that doesn't require a lot of preparation throughout the season? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsipus13 Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 im going to miss both of the anouncemnts for Kings Island and Cedar Point Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muppetfan1999 Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 If I go tomorrow but I'm not in the press, will I be able to see any of the announcement? Also, where in the park will the announcement be? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaddie Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 The announcement will be at 2:00 in the Festhaus. I will be there! Will post directly to KI Central from there. I promise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muppetfan1999 Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 ^Where will you get WiFi? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaddie Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 I'll figure it out somehow.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast1979 Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 I'll be in the Festhaus at 2pm. I have a 3G phone and will be able to post directly to KIC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaddie Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 My phone is 3G too I'll bring a pair of rabbit ears, just in case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Dvo Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 ^uh... cool? I'm also going with WindSeekers across the board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cody Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 We're getting a thrill ride, a very tall thrill ride Super Duper Giant Top Spin anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbkigi Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 Strange, If this new ride is indeed a WindSeeker how is it a "Skyline Changer" when it's not a one at Cedar Point? That is a very good point I didn't even think of that. I'm so excited. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTCO Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 We're getting a thrill ride, a very tall thrill ride Super Duper Giant Top Spin anyone? Please not again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PizzaBaby027 Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 Now I'm wondering if in fact project 2011 at CP is going to be a coaster while KI is getting the swing ride? If that is the case, kudos to CF for genius in fooling the public. ( PS-just had my 1000th ride this past Friday on Mustang-lol. ) I believe that CP new ride will be a family orientated ride, according to the hints given on the page! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flightoffear1996 Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 I am not thing that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rcfreak339 Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 Now I'm wondering if in fact project 2011 at CP is going to be a coaster while KI is getting the swing ride? If that is the case, kudos to CF for genius in fooling the public. ( PS-just had my 1000th ride this past Friday on Mustang-lol. ) I believe that CP new ride will be a family orientated ride, according to the hints given on the page! The new ride will appeal to Teenagers, that suggests a more thrilling attraction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CincyMan98 Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 If it is a Wind Seeker, I would close my eyes the whole way through. The fact of you sitting in a chair, being swung outwards up to 300 feet high, just makes me faint. I can handle roller coasters, but for some reason flat rides that are tall freak me out. I close my eyes all the way to the top on Drop Tower and Delirium. I know it's probably not going to happen, but I would really like an Intamin coaster, anything would be nice. Something like Maverick or something like Milliennium Force? I don't care. I'm just not too sure about the Wind Seeker, and it doesn't seem too fun. This is all in my opinion. Anybody is allowed to argue with me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outdoor Man Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 As devils advocate. I could care less about 'changing' the skyline... Again. I would rather see double digit millions put into a ride like 'spiderman' or dueling dragons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thekidd33 Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 ^^I'm with you Cincy. I am sure that many will find it to be a lot of fun and I agree that it is probably an investment that will get a great return...but its not something I am personally very excited about riding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flightoffear1996 Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 Elmer its a local seasonal park I doubt we will see that any time soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colonel_SoB_fan Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 maybe they are building a 250 foot tall skyline restaurant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flightoffear1996 Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 LOL that would change Skyline! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssentiallyCoaster Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 Okay...Watch this to learn what a skyFlyer is: http://www.funtime.c...data/index2.htm Now...I don't know much about coasters and their fancy terms and such, but after looking at this quick video clip, it announced the NEW 117M Vienna StarFlyer. Folks, that's 383 Feet. Whoa! It's totally AWESOME, but with one drawback. It only seats 2 in chair and 12 chairs. That's only 24 riders at what let's say a two min loading/unloading time and a two min up/ride/down/unload cycle back over again. So about five min a ride. AT 24 RIDERS AT FIVE MIN INTERVALS, THAT'S ONLY 288 RIDERS AN HOUR. Now, have a (perfect) 12hour day, that's only 3500 riders a day. I also don't think that KI shouldn't interfere with the Eiffel Tower View by putting something in front or behind it. It makes sense if they hook it toward the coney mall side. It's lonely down that way. I've been promoting that idea forever. I hope they keep away and preserve The Beasts' unique darkness that makes it the wildest ride to ride at night. They did well with Diamond back at night too. I think a push out in and around The Racers and Firehawk would make a nostalgic place to bring back the antique cars, King cobra (one can dream can't he?) and a boardwalk style rides (even a rollerskating rink with an organist) for our older generation of guest who can't absorb the powers of the mainstream rollercoasters anymore but would still love to have something to do in the park. Let's give them something to enjoy. Those are just my oppinions. They won't interfere with the view. They're putting the ride on the Eiffel Tower's structure! (That would be hilarious BTW.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastersRZ Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 Remember, not everything is about roller coasters. It is important to have flat rides and family rides that cater to families as well. Depending on the height of this ride and the height requirement, this may not exactly be a family ride like the Flying Eagles were. But it is still nice to see Kings Island installing a flat ride. Keep in mind, that the last true flat ride the park added was Delirium in 2003. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BavarianBeatle Posted August 24, 2010 Author Share Posted August 24, 2010 At the park tonight, there were no marking or flags in Coney Mall, but it appears they have added gravel roads in the cleared area behind SoB. --Beatle, who will allow others to speculate about the meaning, if any, of these observations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastersRZ Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 Keep in mind that the clearing behind Son of Beast has some issues. It is very far removed from a midway, and thus is not likely going to be the prime location of a new ride. All the details of the new attraction will be gleaned in less than a day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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