There was not any real "backlash" about the name Banshee. In fact, unless you worked at Cedar Point or read the Sandusky Register, you would have no idea it was even suggested at the time. You have to remember the context as well. In the mid-90's, our society was engulfed in "political correctness" (have we made our way out?). Cedar Point was, literally, at its peak in attendance. Maggie, Mean Streak, and finally Raptor had spiked attendance at where it pretty much stands today; the plateau.

No one wanted to do anything to screw up the trend, especially with Millennium Force already in the works. No one knew they were at peak attendance.

It was out of political correctness...fear, essentially, that Banshee was ultimately dropped. The way people talk about it today, you would think people were picketing and banging down the doors of Cedar Fair demanding a change. Not so much.

It was basically a non-story, made into a story simply because it makes for an interesting bit of trivia.

And yes, Banshee will be the name of some attraction in a Cedar Fair park next year.

Is that what Kings Island needs?

It was actually nice PR spin. Reality, many claim, was a trademark dispute. It seems through some sort of voodoo, the name was already possessed.

I've heard that story as well from a former board member, but from how he put it, even they felt like they were in the dark as to what exactly was going on.

What a wonderful work environment.

My favorite tale of all-time is the Dispatch Master Transport disaster, but that's another thread for another day.

Terp, you're so dead-on about the simple word "savor". This type of excitement only comes around now and then. It's fun when one of your home parks becomes the center of the coaster universe.

The joy of not knowing, yet trying to divine what's up. The Internet has taken much of that away. Rare is the time, like now, that few know, and even few claim to.

The joy of walking into a park having no idea of what new ride awaits, other than a name and perhaps a billboard, radio ad or tv commercial. Those days are gone forever.

That being said, back then there also was no special time like this.

It's an incredible time. Savor, indeed.

I personally like being on the outside of knowing. It's fun to hear everyone's ideas, and who doesn't like a bit of mystery and detective work?

I'm especially intrigued to hear tonight (Travel Channel) what the supposed "biggest announcement in coaster history" could be. Could Kings Island be the focus? Fun to daydream about it being a possibility.

It's not unlike being a little kid and wondering what Santa will bring.

What would the chances be of Kings Island actaully making some of sort of announcement on tonights show on the travel channel?

I personally like being on the outside of knowing. It's fun to hear everyone's ideas, and who doesn't like a bit of mystery and detective work?

I'm especially intrigued to hear tonight (Travel Channel) what the supposed "biggest announcement in coaster history" could be. Could Kings Island be the focus? Fun to daydream about it being a possibility.

whats this?? do you have a link?

never mind i found it..

What would the chances be of Kings Island actaully making some of sort of announcement on tonights show on the travel channel?

No because the show would be repeated just like every other show on every other channel. Every time they would replay the show, people watching would assume a new attraction would come. Too confusing.

What would the chances be of Kings Island actaully making some of sort of announcement on tonights show on the travel channel?

No because the show would be repeated just like every other show on every other channel. Every time they would replay the show, people watching would assume a new attraction would come. Too confusing.

Either way, Some park will be making a big announcement....

Or not...

It is probably the Travel Channel trying to draw in more viewers.

If they do announce something, it is probably only going to be something new to the general viewing audience. We, as enthusiasts, probably already know.

I looked on the Travel Channel website and it said it was going to show behind the scenes footage of Iaapa and is going to tell whatever that big announcement is. The picture the description had next to it was a Zamperla Air Race.

Well I'm counting on you guys to tell me what happens on this forum. I will be watching Celebrity Apprentice.

What time is that show on tonight?

9. 8 Central...

BB1 watched it last night.

I don't think the show has nothing to do with KI. The announcement likely has to do with some roller coaster manufacture announcing a new model. If I'm right, I hope its B&M!

I don't trust Travel Channel as far as I can throw it. And considering Travel Channel is arguably an abstract concept, I can't throw it very far. So I'm expecting the 'announcement' thing to be a disappointment.

Well I'm counting on you guys to tell me what happens on this forum. I will be watching Celebrity Apprentice.

It replays at midnight.

Who wants to watch Celebrity Apprentice at midnight? Sheesh.

Can anyone post pictures of today's construction. I know it's just footers...but if they have expanded outside of the thunder alley area, that is a good sign

I would think if ki were to have a big announcement, or even a clue on the travel channel tonight, they'd be dropping hints for us to tune in.

When i was there yesterday the only footers were still in thunder ally but they closer to Sling Shot. there are only surveyor stakes outside that area..

Ok thank you

The build-up, the anticipation, the thrills of watching as whatever it is is revealed over time.

Savor.

And remember.

This is the future's rosy past.

GASP! It's a time machine!

If it can bring back 1972, and the family that took me to opening day, I'm going to be a very happy high school rising senior again.

There was not any real "backlash" about the name Banshee. In fact, unless you worked at Cedar Point or read the Sandusky Register, you would have no idea it was even suggested at the time. You have to remember the context as well. In the mid-90's, our society was engulfed in "political correctness" (have we made our way out?). Cedar Point was, literally, at its peak in attendance. Maggie, Mean Streak, and finally Raptor had spiked attendance at where it pretty much stands today; the plateau.

No one wanted to do anything to screw up the trend, especially with Millennium Force already in the works. No one knew they were at peak attendance.

It was out of political correctness...fear, essentially, that Banshee was ultimately dropped. The way people talk about it today, you would think people were picketing and banging down the doors of Cedar Fair demanding a change. Not so much.

It was basically a non-story, made into a story simply because it makes for an interesting bit of trivia.

And yes, Banshee will be the name of some attraction in a Cedar Fair park next year.

Is that what Kings Island needs?

I have a question about the name mentioned, "Banshee". I don't know what the fuss is about? The name of our other beloved (my KI favorite) is The Beast. It cannot get any more demonic than that. I accidentally wore my "Beast" shirt to a church picnic, and I got harassed about it. I was not meaning any harm (it;s just a roller caster name) I actually love the name Banshee for a roller coaster.

There was no fuss.

The notion that there was has been grossly exaggerated.

As far as I know, there is currently no fuss.

EDIT: I also don't want to come off as pretending that I know exactly what happened; as mentioned above, even those in CP's inner circle were in the dark to a certain degree...so whether it was a PC move, or a trademark fumble (which actually seems more plausible)...who knows for sure.

What I can tell you, though, was that there was no "public outcry" or backlash from the name at all.

There was no fuss.

The notion that there was has been grossly exaggerated.

As far as I know, there is currently no fuss.

EDIT: I also don't want to come off as pretending that I know exactly what happened; as mentioned above, even those in CP's inner circle were in the dark to a certain degree...so whether it was a PC move, or a trademark fumble (which actually seems more plausible)...who knows for sure.

What I can tell you, though, was that there was no "public outcry" or backlash from the name at all.

I heard the rumor that Cedar Point ditched the name (I guess at the last minute) of the urging of others. I read that on ebay, because someone had a Banshee button for sale, and the description mentioned this.

There was not any real "backlash" about the name Banshee. In fact, unless you worked at Cedar Point or read the Sandusky Register, you would have no idea it was even suggested at the time. You have to remember the context as well. In the mid-90's, our society was engulfed in "political correctness" (have we made our way out?). Cedar Point was, literally, at its peak in attendance. Maggie, Mean Streak, and finally Raptor had spiked attendance at where it pretty much stands today; the plateau.

No one wanted to do anything to screw up the trend, especially with Millennium Force already in the works. No one knew they were at peak attendance.

It was out of political correctness...fear, essentially, that Banshee was ultimately dropped. The way people talk about it today, you would think people were picketing and banging down the doors of Cedar Fair demanding a change. Not so much.

It was basically a non-story, made into a story simply because it makes for an interesting bit of trivia.

And yes, Banshee will be the name of some attraction in a Cedar Fair park next year.

Is that what Kings Island needs?

If the political correctness reasoning is true, then why would FUN be bringing back a potentially controversial name in a time where sports teams are being forced to change their long-standing team monikers and logos due to this reason, among other issues?

Also, the naming of a ride can really affect the attitude it gives off. For example, we have Boo Blasters on Boo Hill at KI, but not everyone likes this name because they liked its former name, Scooby-Doo and the Haunted Castle. Nothing really changed in the ride with the name change except for theming. It has the same objective, but some people just refuse to ride because the name is not the same as it was before.

That's precisely why I think the trademark-flub tale is more plausible. Like Terp said, the "PC" story makes for a wonderful PR move.

From the public, there was no outcry. Whatever happened all happened at 1 Cedar Point Drive.