KIfan73 Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Whoops, now I see that the post above mine wasn't talking about SOB...sorry for the confusion. Now that I'm thinking about that first ride on SOB, I remember being in line and looking at how massive the thing was...and having second thoughts. I was on a date, so I didn't want to look bad, so I rode it...lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mccarthysnerd Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Cool to see the tombstone for "My Unloved Son" with the death date of 20?? in The Beast line, along with the coffin that had been broken out of. could someone snap a picture of that sign please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgtoad67 Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 This pic shows only half of the "State of Disrepair" sign, and the two graves on the left are for The Cyclone, and The Villain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIfan73 Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 Well, at least the park has a sense of humor about something that represents a good chunk of their assets not operating... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast1979 Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 This one is much more blatant than the one last year. This was the setup last year. It associated "My Beloved Son" with 3 other woodies - Hercules, which was removed, Texas Giant, which received an extensive overhaul, and Rattler, which has had trims added and its drop shortened. If they were to signify the fate of Son of Beast, it left 3 possible options. Removal, overhaul, or neutering. Compared to this year, which is a lot more straight forward: Son of Beast, or "My Unloved Son," instead of being off to the side, is right in the middle of a pack of wooden coasters. Cyclone, Villain, Screechin Eagle, Big Dipper and Raging Wolf Bobs. All removed. If they were to signify the fate of Son of Beast......well, the casket's there waiting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 Big Dipper is still standing...at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamondhawk Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 R.I.P. S.O.B Wow that did not come out right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkroz Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 Maybe if Son of Beast is replaced or re-tracked, it can be called, Ripsob. Even Bospir. Sounds like a very powerful Norse creature, doesn't it? Ednör? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mccarthysnerd Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 Burgtoad67 thanks for the pic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coney_man Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 well lets just hope that SoB comes back next year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 I, for one, hope that Cedar Fair announces the right decision for Kings Island, its guests and employees and FUN unitholders. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgtoad67 Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 Burgtoad67 thanks for the pic No problem. I took as many pictures as possible of this, along with Wolf Pack. Just in case. I will say however, the transfer track has seen MUCH better days :/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TombRaiderFTW Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 Maybe (read: probably) I'm missing something, but what Cyclone is being referenced? Psyclone? I can't think of any Cyclone that's been torn down that CF might be referencing... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 Cedar Point Cyclone. Interesting choice to be mentioning in 2011.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamondhawk Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 Why do I get the feeling that something is going on with our SOB. Man, I have to stop doing that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrose530 Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 We are all over thinking this!! The people who set up the displays know no more that we do!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkroz Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 The people with the orders to set up the displays? Sure. But I would imagine there's someone directing things, and that they know which jokes will "land," and which would be seen as very inappropriate by the higher-ups. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TombRaiderFTW Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 Cedar Point Cyclone. Interesting choice to be mentioning in 2011.... Wow, blast from the past much? Thanks for that, Terp! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 For everything there is a reason. Harry Traver. God rest his soul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrose530 Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 The people with the orders to set up the displays? Sure. But I would imagine there's someone directing things, and that they know which jokes will "land," and which would be seen as very inappropriate by the higher-ups. Most likely middle management! And they know what will get us fan-boys posting, but they do not know what the ultimate decision is. I think that the are just messing with us, and its working. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 The goal is to drum up interest and get people to come to the park.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrose530 Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 ^ Agreed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomTheater Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 This pic shows only half of the "State of Disrepair" sign, and the two graves on the left are for The Cyclone, and The Villain. That casket seems to have a little Funtime to it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LongliveKingsCobra Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 I'm confused about the right coffin, what does it repersent and why is it a little messed up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stky6 Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 Well I officially overheard in the Wolf Pack line Friday night that a security guard told a friend of this woman that KI was waiting on someone to pick up sponsorship to repair and operate S.O.B. because it was too expensive for KI to do the repairs itself. Mystery Solved! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benred23 Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 Well I officially overheard in the Wolf Pack line Friday night that a security guard told a friend of this woman that KI was waiting on someone to pick up sponsorship to repair and operate S.O.B. because it was too expensive for KI to do the repairs itself. Mystery Solved! I Smell Somethin... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailRider Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 ^ Smells Like Dippin Dots Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stky6 Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 Maybe Dippin Dots will be the new sponsor? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkroz Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 Sounds about right! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsrattler Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 Maybe Dippin Dots will be the new sponsor? Couldn't hurt them any. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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