TTD-120-420 Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 Could the textured lighting that is planned for Banshee be the reason the station is tiled with those surprisingly light colors? I don't think I've ever seen that kind of wall treatment used for the exterior of a building. It looks like it could be a good background for all sorts of projected lighting. That texture or pattern of wall is used for the new entrance buildings at Cedar Point. Instead of light purples, Cedar Point's is orange. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adventuro Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 Where are they putting fencing? Its black fencing, if you look at the base of the first drop you can see fence there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diamondback2112 Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 Under the first drop after the lift hill. You can see it plain as day on the web cam today. These guys are sure working quick, there was nothing but concrete there yesterday.... but chain link fence is fairly easy to put up though... So any guesses on when testing will begin? I say March 11. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedevariouseffect Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 Enforcing them only gets so far..@ CP as a ride op, enforcing in the queue and whatnot was easy. When on a midway heading to the ride location, break, or roving. You could somewhat enforce it, but 8 out of 10 will step away a bit and smoke, or give you an attitude..There are those two people that say oh ok, or oh didn't know, and follow you to the nearest area.. But enforcement is hard without technically a penalty or anything. I've only ever watched one person from security do anything with a smoker giving him a hard time, but there were threats involved, and he was a Huron PD I will say KI securty is more lax than CP security as well..Guy throws his shoe into the queue at WindSeeker, gets talked to, doesn't get kicked out..wth. CP, had someone try taking quarters up top on PT..downed the tower, left restraints locked, security came, kindly escorted them out of the park 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCrypt Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 The still doesn't stop having to walk through a cloud of smoke on the path from The Beast to Vortex.I don't know the last time you've been to the park, APE, but that smoking section has been moved off of the path next to the restrooms. That move has helped so much. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBInternational Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 Woohoo check this out! KIPRs twitter just posted this picture of one of the newly painted Bat trains! 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malem Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 ^ Don't forget to provide a link to the park source. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fyrfyter Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 Here:http://twitter.com/KingsIslandPR/status/439455941876908032/photo/1 Also found this: http://twitter.com/KingsIslandPR/status/438435581865897984/photo/1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flightoffear1996 Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 The Bat almost looks brand new. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanna Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 It would be nice if they just completely banned smoking within the park. At least two of the smoking areas are terribly placed to where others have to smell it. People should be able to go a few hours without smoking and if you're there all day go to your car. As much as I would enjoy that, the park would not be making as much money. ALOT of people smoke, and if smoking is banned at KI, then they wouldn't go to KI... Sort of like how people stopped going to restaurants, bars, and bowling alleys when they banned smoking in Ohio? I'm a smoker and I only smoke in the designated areas. If someone is smoking outside these areas then they should be told and warned then if caught again be thrown out of the park. I appreciate them giving me an area to smoke. I respect non smokers. But it is all outside its not like were in a cramped up building. ^^ BINGO^^ Keep the designated areas and just enforce them. No need to ban everything just because no one enforces the rules. I stopped going to restaurants, bars and bowling alleys. They don't want my custom, and I oblige them. I'm okay with it. I really want the smoking area rule enforced. It's infuriating to have some toothless soaked hillbilly brag that he don't carr- he gonna smoke whar he wants- they ain't a gonna do nuthin, as if he owns the park and no one else matters. I want them to do something. Those people are train wrecks waiting to happen. I want ninjas to parachute in and tackle roaming smokers as they walk along, burning holes in other people's stuff, and stinging people's eyes, and endangering small children. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GamesAndRides Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 For the people wondering about the water tower, It is at the Jungle Jim's Eastgate Location 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razmataz99 Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 It would be nice if they just completely banned smoking within the park. At least two of the smoking areas are terribly placed to where others have to smell it. People should be able to go a few hours without smoking and if you're there all day go to your car. As much as I would enjoy that, the park would not be making as much money. ALOT of people smoke, and if smoking is banned at KI, then they wouldn't go to KI... Sort of like how people stopped going to restaurants, bars, and bowling alleys when they banned smoking in Ohio? I'm a smoker and I only smoke in the designated areas. If someone is smoking outside these areas then they should be told and warned then if caught again be thrown out of the park. I appreciate them giving me an area to smoke. I respect non smokers. But it is all outside its not like were in a cramped up building. ^^ BINGO^^ Keep the designated areas and just enforce them. No need to ban everything just because no one enforces the rules. I stopped going to restaurants, bars and bowling alleys. They don't want my custom, and I oblige them. I'm okay with it. I really want the smoking area rule enforced. It's infuriating to have some toothless soaked hillbilly brag that he don't carr- he gonna smoke whar he wants- they ain't a gonna do nuthin. I want them to do something. Those people are train wrecks waiting to happen. I want ninjas to parachute in and tackle roaming smokers as they walk along, burning holes in other people's stuff, and stinging people's eyes, and endangering small children. Ok… But I do agree with you when you say that smoking in the smoking area should be enforced. I too hate it when people smoke; especially in Planet Snoopy. That just scares me. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanna Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 I feel bad for people that are allergic to smoke. The Haunt is really a blast, but it excludes these people with the use of fog machines. That can't have a 'fog free' special night, but still, it would be nice for the people that are sensitive to be able to see it. If there's fog on the Banshee, are there going to be times when it's fog free? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calakapepe Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 Who knows?But you cannot accommodate everybody. aka, you can't please everybody.However, I'm sure if enough people truly weren't able to experience the park because of an allergy to fog, something would be done about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flightoffear1996 Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 I feel bad for people that are allergic to smoke. The Haunt is really a blast, but it excludes these people with the use of fog machines. That can't have a 'fog free' special night, but still, it would be nice for the people that are sensitive to be able to see it. If there's fog on the Banshee, are there going to be times when it's fog free? If there is fog on Banshee the trains whizzing by I highly doubt you will be able to even tell its there. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheikra_rocks Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 I feel bad for people that are allergic to smoke. The Haunt is really a blast, but it excludes these people with the use of fog machines. That can't have a 'fog free' special night, but still, it would be nice for the people that are sensitive to be able to see it. If there's fog on the Banshee, are there going to be times when it's fog free? Something else. That fog kills the grass. Can't imagine what it does to the idiots who go up to it, inhale it, then blow it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PyroKinesis Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Fog =/= smoke. Fog is just water. No negative health benefits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB1 Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 I feel bad for people that are allergic to smoke. The Haunt is really a blast, but it excludes these people with the use of fog machines. That can't have a 'fog free' special night, but still, it would be nice for the people that are sensitive to be able to see it. If there's fog on the Banshee, are there going to be times when it's fog free? Something else. That fog kills the grass. Can't imagine what it does to the idiots who go up to it, inhale it, then blow it out. Something happens I love how this topic has become "Hey guys, let's talk about both The Bat and Banshee on the topic that is for Banshee construction!". No problem with it of course, it is just interesting how topics get so diverted from certain diversions that people use to invert the whole conversation. BB1, heading for The Bat Cave soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myklhicks Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 For the people wondering about the water tower, It is at the Jungle Jim's Eastgate Location Do you have a photo? Last time I went it wasn't up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malem Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Fog =/= smoke. Fog is just water. No negative health benefits. Water-based fog would dissipate rapidly, so fog machines use other ingredients for a lasting effect. Glycerin-based fog is definitely not toxic, but some can be sensitive to it with prolonged exposure. You'll be flying through any fog quickly on Banshee, so I wouldn't expect it to bother many (if any) people. I believe it was mentioned that fog was to be part of the night ride experience. If so, individuals sensitive to theatrical effects could simply ride during the day. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBEASTunchained Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 CoasterRadio.com's interview with Don Helbig, released yesterday........ http://blog.coasterradio.com/2014/02/coasterradiocom-817-off-season-update.html Mr. Helbig mentions that Banshee's third train will arrive next week. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBInternational Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Did anyone else notice that the "Wail of the Banshee" blog is down? I mean, I know it was more intended for the build-up of anticipation of the ride but why'd they take it down? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upstop Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 I feel bad for people that are allergic to smoke. The Haunt is really a blast, but it excludes these people with the use of fog machines. That can't have a 'fog free' special night, but still, it would be nice for the people that are sensitive to be able to see it. If there's fog on the Banshee, are there going to be times when it's fog free? Something else. That fog kills the grass. Can't imagine what it does to the idiots who go up to it, inhale it, then blow it out. Fog =/= smoke. Fog is just water. No negative health benefits. Glycerin and distilled, demineralized water are the main ingredients for Fog Juice. The fact that it's atomized can cause breathing issues if there is long exposure, otherwise it is safe. Overexposure for long periods can cause headaches, sort of like smoke inhalation issues. An appropriate amount of oxygen is always necessary and it should be thoroughly mixed well with oxygen in the environment where it is used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GODZILLA2877 Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Painting of the first set of cars for The Bat roller coaster is down to the finishing touches.https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10152606581578368&set=a.226729858367.174830.155893938367&type=1&theater 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSaturdayNite Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 If that's the final color scheme, I like it a lot more than the previously announced all-black trains. Not for theming, but for general aesthetics. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thekidd33 Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 ^Agreed! Those trains look awesome! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBEASTunchained Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Activity at the Banshee construction site......And a tweet from Don..... (This webcam can be found on Kings Island's website Here, Banshee Construction Cam) @KingsIslandPR on Twitter: Tweet can be found Here. 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zayzayd13 Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 It looks like they also changed the blacktop pathway leading away from slingshot into concrete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adventuro Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 You are correct that path is concrete now. Too bad they didn't try to widen it some. It gets so congested there. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBeast1116 Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Now I see the black fence now. I wonder if they are putting concrete all along the ride? Looks like they have it coming out of the dive loop. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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