McSalsa Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 So without slaying me for my ignorance can someone tell me at which point Banshee reaches its top speed of 68? I'm pretty sure it's right before the "batwing", or in that general area... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnrealNightmare Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 It reaches its top speed at the bottom of the batwing element. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE_BEASTmaster Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 The thing that gets me, is that there are people on the park's Facebook page complaining about the name again, because of the rumors with the whole Mantis name change. To me I like the name, logo, and the theme to this awesome new B&M inverted coaster. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoungStud Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 People are very sensitive and want to complain. The majority will probably never even go to a amusement park. In order not to have ANY bad publicity the park will change it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fanofFirehawk Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 You're telling me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE_BEASTmaster Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 People are very sensitive and want to complain. The majority will probably never even go to a amusement park. In order not to have ANY bad publicity the park will change it. I hope the park stands their ground and keeps the name. This world is so politically correct, that it's getting annoying. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aero Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Very excited for Banshee and I cannot wait to ride it next year! I was looking up other B&M inverted coasters and I found one that was released last year called OzIris at Parc Asterix in France. I watched the video below and it seems like a very smooth ride and the lift hill is as quiet as a whistle! However, it doesn't feature the new restraints that Banshee has. I am somewhat worried about the restraints on Banshee because they look similar to Gatekeeper's restraints, and those would get very tight on your chest throughout the ride. So I'm hoping that I won't get that same feeling that I get on Gatekeeper on Banshee. Anyways, taking a look at OzIris, the most recently built B&M inverted, I have faith that Banshee is going to be a smooth and thrilling ride experience! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE_BEASTmaster Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 According to Cedar Point's Twitter page the park is working on improving Gatekeeper's restraints. So maybe we'll get a better upgrade improvement for ours. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCrypt Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 However, it doesn't feature the new restraints that Banshee has. I am somewhat worried about the restraints on Banshee because they look similar to Gatekeeper's restraints, and those would get very tight on your chest throughout the ride. So I'm hoping that I won't get that same feeling that I get on Gatekeeper on Banshee. Anyways, taking a look at OzIris, the most recently built B&M inverted, I have faith that Banshee is going to be a smooth and thrilling ride experience! It seems the restraint issue is isolated to Gatekeeper. I'm sure there won't be an issue with Banshee. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedevariouseffect Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 I don't understand how these restraints have an issue, I may not like the vest but my shoulders don't hurt because of them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calakapepe Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 And no head banging I do, however think it'd be cool to have just one tunnel on this ride. *shrug* oh well! I can't wait to give that inline twist a go! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedevariouseffect Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Well a tunnel could happen. Leviathan didn't open with a tunnel so you never know, it's doubtful but could happen 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfanatic83 Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Banshee will be the first invert with these restraints, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTCO Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 I'm very happy these restraints are similar to the wing riders. Very open and no head banging makes for a fantastic ride experience. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedevariouseffect Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Also the trains are incredible..according to a friend on Gatekeepers crew it does self checks in the station as soon as it comes in and station stops. Very reliable, very effective, and very safe, perfect setup 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AgentSoB Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 I for one hope they recycle the music that was played throughout the line and the ride cycle of The Crypt. I absolutely loved that and it would fit perfectly. I'll always miss sonny because he broke my fear of coasters, but I'm stoked for Banshee! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KI FANATIC 37 Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Banshee will be the first invert with these restraints, right? Correct. I think the restraints look great and comfortable! Can't wait to try them out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasper Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 The restraints were the only part of the announcement I did NOT like. Both Gatekeeper and Wild Eagle's restraints absolutely killed my shoulders. I am 6 foot 4 and by the end of the ride when it comes into the brake run it is very tight and it hurts to even attempt to move. They are not going to keep me from riding it but it might limit my rides in a day, hopefully not the ride experience itself. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Meyer Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 I am Super pumped about the announcement of Banshee! I'm going to make a point to come on Opening Day and ride this thing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fanofFirehawk Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 I think this is when we are going to see Mr. Ouimet real side, I believe this project is really the beginning of what we will see from his new management. EDIT: 400th Post!!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdf21972 Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 The real test is to see if KI can compete with the relaunch of KK in May 2014, they will need this new sweet ride to compete for tourist dollars next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoungStud Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Attendance for KK will be like a county fair IMO. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 The real test is to see if KI can compete with the relaunch of KK in May 2014, they will need this new sweet ride to compete for tourist dollars next year.I truly do not believe that. The theater four miles away will be a bigger competitor to Kings Island than Kentucky Kingdom will be. And that will be true for the foreseeable future. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdf21972 Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 The real test is to see if KI can compete with the relaunch of KK in May 2014, they will need this new sweet ride to compete for tourist dollars next year. The real test is to see if KI can compete with the relaunch of KK in May 2014, they will need this new sweet ride to compete for tourist dollars next year.I truly do not believe that.The theater four miles away will be a bigger competitor to Kings Island than Kentucky Kingdom will be. And that will be true for the foreseeable future. I was thinking more in terms of Kentucky tourists. KI hasn't had any competition for the last 4 years and thats why its CF biggest money making park Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 KI isn't. That would be Canada's Wonderland. And theatres, pools, zoos, bowling alleys and even country inns compete with KI for leisure dollars. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKIVortex Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 I don't see the difference with having a ride named The Demon and one being named Banshee! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkroz Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 I don't see the difference with having a ride named The Demon and one being named Banshee! Though I don't mind either, the Banshee legend is that anyone who sees or hears one will soon die / have a death in the family. That's a little different than a general "demon," I think. Let's just pray no one with a pre-existing condition rides this and returns to the station unresponsive... Now THAT will be a unique situation to explain to the press, and you can see the possibilities for backlash immediately. The feeling I get was that when the Banshee dilemma occurred in the 90's, it was at least also partially because a Banshee is always a female, and her ear-piercing screech is deadly. A bit of a sexist undertone in there... Cedar Fair appears to pre-empt that negative connotation this time by proudly saying on every page of Banshee's site that it's the first Cedar Fair attraction based on a female, omitting the backstory that makes that prestigious record a bit less triumphant for the fairer sex. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfanatic83 Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 The restraints were the only part of the announcement I did NOT like. Both Gatekeeper and Wild Eagle's restraints absolutely killed my shoulders. I am 6 foot 4 and by the end of the ride when it comes into the brake run it is very tight and it hurts to even attempt to move. They are not going to keep me from riding it but it might limit my rides in a day, hopefully not the ride experience itself. Did you try holding onto the vest itself so that it would stay gently rested on your shoulders? I know that helped me at Gatekeeper's media day, but I am far from 6 foot 4 so it could be very different for you 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calakapepe Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 I just know I would be greatly disappointed if superstitious complaints got the ride name changed again.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkroz Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 It's not superstition... It's not like any great number of people would say "Oh, a Banshee signals death, so I won't ride that because I don't want to die." Rather, it's something to consider in marketing the ride - the headlines write themselves for if someone with a preexisting condition runs straight to the new ride first thing in the morning on their first day at the park and returns to the station unresponsive and - God forbid - passes away as a result. A legend that directly connects with the death of someone who sees a Banshee is different than say, "Demon" or "Possessed" or "Poltergeist." Granted, not NOW necessary, but expect a backlash if someone ever is seriously hurt or killed in relation to this ride, directly or otherwise. Again, I'm not saying I'd rally to change the name. I'm just pointing out what could happen, and perhaps part of the reason why Banshee never came to be last time. That said, the Internet has now spread news of the ride internationally. It wouldn't be as easy to bury and replace as it was a decade ago where the only mention of Banshee was a few promotional shirts. EDIT: It'd be a hell of a marketing ploy, though! If this were Alton Towers, maybe... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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