IndyGuy4KI Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 On Tuesday morning I had woke up after having several dreams about going to KI including Don driving several KIC'ers around the park. I was in a need of a day to myself so I decided I was going to take a vacation day and spend it at KI! I left the house at 7AM and got to KI about 9AM. It was quite chilly in the morning, but was to warm up during the day so I decided to leave my jacket in the car.I was hoping for an empty park for lots of rides. When it was about time for the park to open the scanners came and talked ot everyone and greeted everyone to get everyone pumped up which is always a nice way to start the day! The first destination was DB where I got in 8 rides in during ERT, and rode 2 more times before moving on to another ride. Then I went and rode The Beast 2 times. BLSC was not running that day for some reason so I went on to Vortex! I then headed to Firehawk and rode it 2 time in a matter of minutes. Here is a look at the CM midway around 11 AM. I then went on a ride on Dodgem and Racer! I started heading back towards PS and got some pics of the fountains! I then went and rode FAAC and SD. I still enjoy riding SD even by myself. (Coaster or not) It sounded like a good time to go ride Beast again times two! I then went and rode Zephyr and Dodgem again. I realized I had not rode AE yet so I went and rode it! Still very hard to get used to an empty field next to it. I then decided to hit up Delirium and then FD two times. When I got to the park I saw a lift being brought in on a flatbed park. I think I saw the same lift over by FD. Could it be we will start seeing steel being erected soon in the Project 2014 area?? I then went and rode DT and Invertigo! After that I was getting hungry and wanted to check out Reds Hall of Fame Grille. The really went over the top with this restaurant. Wait staff were great! Here is the view on the patio! I then went and rode DB 3 more times and that third time was my 300th ride! I got some pics of DB through the day. I then rode Beast, Vortex, FOF, and FD. I took a few more pics of Project 2014. I see this as a great queue entrance! I then enjoyed the Backyard BBQ. This was my first time trying it and it was very good. I had the fried chicken! I then got 8 rides in on DB before heading out of the park at 7:40ish. I had a great day! Got a few more pics before leaving! A great relaxing day a the park! Ride Totals: DB: - 22 Beast - 5 FD - 3 Vortex - 2 FH - 2 Dodgem - 2 Racer - 2 Invertigo - 1Delirium - 1 AE - 1 Zephyr - 1 FAAC - 1 SD - 1 CF - 1 Total: 45 15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonofBaconator Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 Sounds like fun! Yesterday was a great day to go. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 What a great day! The Backward BBQ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted May 16, 2013 Author Share Posted May 16, 2013 What a great day! The Backward BBQ? It is like ReCar, Maybe? Although,l I would more then likely blame auto correct! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohiocolts Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 Thanks for the report! 45 rides is more than I got in a 15 hour day with Fast Lane! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 Great photos! Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupremoSteveo Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 Sounds like you had an awesome day! I've realized after seeing your pics it is a near impossibility to get a bad shot of that fountain. Looks like I need to head up there on a weekday sometime soon to get some major rides in! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kris33 Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 I was there on 5/14 also. Loved how short the lines were. Almost every ride was a walk on (granted we did not get to ride any coasters since it was a day for our kids) They had a great time! Who knows, we may have crossed paths some time during the day 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted May 16, 2013 Author Share Posted May 16, 2013 I was there on 5/14 also. Loved how short the lines were. Almost every ride was a walk on (granted we did not get to ride any coasters since it was a day for our kids) They had a great time! Who knows, we may have crossed paths some time during the day Possibly! I did have my KICentral Shirt on, so I would think you would have spotted me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiamondAceExpress Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 Sounds like a beautiful day! And nobody to slow you down! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted May 16, 2013 Author Share Posted May 16, 2013 Sounds like a beautiful day! And nobody to slow you down! yeah, I honesty needed a "Me" day! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 I need one of those too, and its coming on June 6th via Cedar Point. It will be my first park trip of the year. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kris33 Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 I was there on 5/14 also. Loved how short the lines were. Almost every ride was a walk on (granted we did not get to ride any coasters since it was a day for our kids) They had a great time! Who knows, we may have crossed paths some time during the day Possibly! I did have my KICentral Shirt on, so I would think you would have spotted me! I'm sorry, unfortunately I wasn't paying much attention to detail that day. I was very busy with a 6 yr old who wanted to ride everything he could possibly get on and a 10 yr old who was terrified of everything and wouldn't even get on the small stuff. The hubby and I are going to try to head back without the kids either this Saturday or Sunday. I dread the 4 hour drive there, but love the park, so it's worth it! It's usually only 2 visits per year for us. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kris33 Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 I was wondering if y'all can help me decide when to make our one and only return trip to Kings Island? We have 2 options: This Sunday 5/19 when the Bradys will be there, and next Friday 5/24 which is Military gets in free day. Unfortunately, those are our only 2 options due to babysitting issues. So from those who get to go often: Which day is more likely to be less crowded? Keep in mind it's a 4 hour drive ONE WAY for me so I definitely want to be sure to make the most of my day without a horrible crowd and hours in lines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 The Bradys are apt to draw a huge crowd. As always, much will depend on weather. Are either of you military? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Original Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 Nice. I love the view of DB from the Reds Hall of Fame Grille 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kris33 Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 The Bradys are apt to draw a huge crowd. As always, much will depend on weather. Are either of you military? Nope, not military. I assume there will be a big crowd pretty much either day. We do plan to buy Fast Lane (since we only get one day) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 I would guess that Friday will be less busy. Why? The Bradys are a one-day event; everyone that wants to see them must come on Sunday. On the other hand, the military free admission is for the entire Memorial Day weekend, and since Friday is a work/school day for many, I would imagine that most will wait until the actual weekend to take advantage of the deal. Now, this is purely a guess, and I could be way off, so take it with a grain of salt. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kris33 Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 Thanks guys. Oh, and I'm sorry about the "y'all" in my original post. I am from far Eastern Ky, I try not to type the way I talk but it's hard I sound like a pure hick, but I promise I am actually a college educated, IT support/computer repair person. One of very few females who go into that line of work around here. I've been going to KI since I was a little girl, really wish I lived closer. I am thinking I will probably go on Friday 5/24. Maybe I will see some of you there. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 Never feel it necessary to apologize for being a hick. Ever. Harry Caudill would not be amused. Nor Jesse Stuart. Terp, proud to be a hick in the DMV. (DC MD VA area). The thread that runs so true... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted May 20, 2013 Author Share Posted May 20, 2013 Wish I could have meet you and your family Kris! I have what is called the Hoosier twang up here in Indy! I am in IT as well, sounds like we would have something to talk about in the queues! HA! Anyway, I hope your next visit goes well for you! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kris33 Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 Thanks IndyGuy. I am a big time "talker" haha. While in line I always chat up the person next to me, and 9 times out of 10 they say something about my "southern drawl". Unfortunately it looks like I may not be going back to Kings Island like I had planned, unless I want to make the trip alone, hubby and I are not seeing eye to eye at the moment. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kicsehlhorst Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 I'm glad to hear you enjoyed your visit! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIfan73 Posted May 21, 2013 Share Posted May 21, 2013 Thanks for posting, and for the great pics. Really makes me want to get back to the park ASAP! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted May 21, 2013 Author Share Posted May 21, 2013 I'm glad to hear you enjoyed your visit! Thanks for posting, and for the great pics. Really makes me want to get back to the park ASAP! Thanks, pics turned out nice considering it was a camera phone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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