thekidd33 Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 Those have to be, by far, the biggest piece of crap restraints Ive ever seen in my Life. I say this, because FoFs OTSRs were before my Kings Island visiting days. These atrocities make Maverick's head-bangers look like the best thing since sliced bread! Since I am in no way one who goes to a park simply for one ride (Thunder Run), this will still be a park I can and will say Ive never been to. Just curious, are you saying this due to the shin guards/restraints? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Nemo Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 Just quoting part of the reverse POV here, censored the quote since it did use some adult language. I couldn't help but smile at that reverse POV when they said, "We ******* Did it". Just the look of success of their face to having achieved a coaster they had been working so long on getting. I hope to get the 'chance' to ride it, it looks like a great coaster. I have to issue with the restraints, can't judge by looks alone but I think they look very comfortable. I don't care about swinging my legs around, just as long as I can put my hands up I am happy! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 A very interesting article, particularly if accurate: http://m.wmky.org/?utm_referrer=#mobile/15749 Season passes still less than $70, if bought at (KY?) Krogers. Three more coasters, more than $40 million ALREADY spent on the rehab? (I TRULY doubt that one...) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
APE Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 I think the three more roller coasters includes the two rehab projects one opening in 2015 the other in 2016. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stashua123 Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 Unless they count Twisted Twins as two coasters( though I personally do since even though its a racing/diueling coaster they have different elements) that means they are adding another rollercoaster! Hmm wonder what that could be? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBEASTunchained Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 According to Brian of Irvine Ondrey Engineering, Lightning Run has now passed its state inspection. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoF96" Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 Yes it did and took my first ride just before midnight last night. Quick, precise transitions with loads of airtime all with a smoothness that rivals B&M if not beats it. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 And the park opens in a week..with ACErs there sooner. Good for them. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron88stang Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 Yes it did and took my first ride just before midnight last night. Quick, precise transitions with loads of airtime all with a smoothness that rivals B&M if not beats it. So what are your opinions about the restraints that folks seem to be worried about. comfy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 I'd be VERY careful what I posted here if I in any fashion worked for Ed Hart. I'd be just as leery of asking opinions of park employees. You will get only what the park wants posted. Or... Please don't put them in this position. Kings Island made it quite clear employees were not to post Banshee ride impressions before Media Day. A job, or jobs, could be at stake. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron88stang Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 I am not trying to put someone in a bad position. Opinions were already stated in the initial comment. I merely asked about an opinion on something not mentioned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 And I'm implying there's probably a reason it wasn't. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dieseltech20 Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 FoF96 works for KK. Him answering that question will most likely put him in a bad position. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 Probably be best for him to restrain himself... 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MantisMan Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 Lol...that is so well played. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedevariouseffect Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 ^^Bout coughed up my drink 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sccard01 Posted May 18, 2014 Author Share Posted May 18, 2014 I've heard from many that Lightning Run is better than Banshee... I ridden Lightning Run today and personally, this is now my all time favorite coaster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoF96" Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Sigh, I wish people would give us a break. First they complain about ride breakdowns expecting them to have 100% reliability the first day they even carry loads of people. Then they complain about lines. I don't think they realized just how many people were there today and also that safety being the number one concern, takes a little more time. Everyone I saw today worked so hard and it's a huge blow to them and me when people basically say "KK sucks, don't go there", "KI is better", "not worth the free ticket because of wait and food prices" which by the by aren't that bad. There were positive guest today that understood and were patient with us. All of ACE was incredible, such a positive group. I just hope next Saturday goes a little bit smoother. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TombRaiderFTW Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Wait... Did I miss something? I thought Kentucky Kingdom was closed to the public today, and ACE was going to be the only group there. Were there other folks there today at the park? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoF96" Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Yes. Amazon reserved the park for a private event. Lines for Thunder Run were similar to that of The Beast at night in halloween. Very thick crowd at least in my area. Only ride over there that didn't have a decent wait was Mile High Falls due to temperature. All Amazon employees could bring friends and family so it was packed like Kings Island during Halloween Haunt. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TombRaiderFTW Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Oof. That's rough. Hope it goes better for you, too. That also explains why Kentucky Kingdom's opening day randomly switched from today to next week. Glad to hear ACE was a bright point in the day. IOE issued a request via Facebook that ACE be patient with the employees, and I'm happy that they did so. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoF96" Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Something I hope guests noticed was how prompt we were at dealing with questions and request. An issue today for Thunder Run was line jumping. I had security escort a good number out of the park for that reason alone. I hope people see we are strict with our rules so people can enjoy themselves. 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sccard01 Posted May 18, 2014 Author Share Posted May 18, 2014 The park in my opinion was a success yesterday. The park has different vibe, a different look, a different attitude. I however did not get on any water attractions because I have common sense of not getting wet in 60 degrees weather, so I did not enjoy the park to the fullest. Food was cheap, merchandise was cheap, and that was without my season pass discounts. My only problem was the dirty old pavement. I asked employees about it and they said they were going to repave the grounds next week before opening. Question for you guys, Are lines at Kentucky Kingdom a good or a bad thing? From comments I have seen from news stories on facebook from Amazon employes, So many people are complaining that they only rode 2 or 3 rides in four or five hours simply because the lines in the park where so long. In my opinion, people are not use to Kentucky Kingdom having long lines. I really don't remember waiting in lines to ride rides are the park during the Six Flags era like I did yesterday. People were also commenting by the fact that Twisted Twins and T2 was closed. I wonder if they noticed that both rides where marks "Coming in 2015". "Coming in 2016" on the packets we received. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silver2005 Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Well, any opening day event for a park will have longer lines than usual. I would only imagine they'll be longer when Kentucky Kingdom actually opens. However, give it a few weekends and I'm sure they'll die down a bit. Also realize that Kentucky Kingdom isn't 100% up and running yet, so they'll probably have the longer lines in comparison to when they were open during the Six Flags era when there were more lines to distribute guests. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Rome was not built in a day. With any kind of decent weather, next Saturday at Kentucky Kingdom will be a combination of disaster, fiasco and circus. The park has been closed for years. Many will want to see it. Many will. It's in the days and weeks thereafter the park will get its chance to thrive. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Current Louisville forecast for Saturday, according to AccuWeather: high of 80°F with mostly cloudy skies and no indication of rain. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB1 Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 I for once will not be there. Opening Day equates to a busy day, i'll wait for a bit to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Thunder Run: One Train. Lightning Run: Low Capacity. Twisted Twins: Closed. T2: Closed. Lack of capacity plus a huge crowd doesn't make for happy employees, guests or management. This hopefully will only be a big problem opening day. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Gator has said several times that he intends to be there on opening day. Hopefully he'll report here as to how badly things go. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 Paradoxically, it will be much worse for the park if for some reason on opening day it DOESN'T get huge crowds and long lines. The politicians who opposed the "government bail-out" will come out of the woodwork, loudly demanding their pounds of flesh. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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