Italian Job 2005 Posted April 27, 2015 Posted April 27, 2015 https://twitter.com/KingsIslandPR/status/592461270248488962 Kings Island loves to share what they're "working towards". With no definite deadlines or dates of course... 2 Quote
BB1 Posted April 27, 2015 Posted April 27, 2015 If one is into sweet/salty combinations, the Maple Bacon taffy from the pick-a-mix wall at Sweet Spot is really yummy! I tried it first out of the many kinds I bought, and wondered for a moment if they'd let me exchange the rest of it for more Maple Bacon! I didn't dislike any of the other flavors, though, and most were quite good. The Root Beer Float was my second favorite.Maple......Bacon.....Taffy.....I'm really not a sweets kind of person, nor am I one to eat an unhealthy diet, but when it comes to maple flavouring and bacon, added with taffy, I cannot resist. I may be trying this out next week if I visit the park! 4 Quote
CoasterDirected Posted April 27, 2015 Posted April 27, 2015 What do you man by 'standard' drop? I mean a regular straight drop that doesn't curve. 2 Quote
silver2005 Posted April 27, 2015 Posted April 27, 2015 I think a curved drop brings out the inverted aspect more. Having laterals coupled with the drop lets your legs swing a bit. That and inverted coasters aren't normally known for airtime, though Banshee does due to its steep angle of descent and the fact it doesn't have that little pre-drop dip that most B&M inverted coasters have. There's other factors like space, what things the park(s) request, etc. 3 Quote
shark6495 Posted April 27, 2015 Posted April 27, 2015 Also read somewhere (probably a link from this site) that the curve helps the lift motor so the stress is reduced when the train transitions from being pulled up to going on its own. 5 Quote
Delirium13 Posted April 27, 2015 Posted April 27, 2015 Looks like a few new beer choices are coming to the park. Can't wait to try them! Three new beers are being offered this year at #KingsIsland: Banshee Brew, Diamondback Ale and Beast Rock. Via @KingsIslandPR on Twitter. 5 Quote
The Interpreter Posted April 27, 2015 Posted April 27, 2015 Diamondback Ale was available at Reds Hall of Fame Grille yesterday. Terp, who sat at the bar... 10 Quote
SOBwasaSOB Posted April 28, 2015 Posted April 28, 2015 That's pretty cool news actually. I will check them out. 3 Quote
MysticsTimber Posted April 29, 2015 Posted April 29, 2015 Get out the cake and balloons!! Let's wish Kings Island a Happy 43rd Birthday!! https://twitter.com/kingsislandpr/status/593418561642696704 10 Quote
jsus Posted April 29, 2015 Posted April 29, 2015 Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you. Happy birthday to Kings Island, happy birthday to you. How old are you? lol 7 Quote
jsus Posted May 1, 2015 Posted May 1, 2015 Wow! I wonder if the new chef is looking to put the space to good use. Thanks for the update. 7 Quote
Oldiesmann Posted May 1, 2015 Posted May 1, 2015 I was wondering why they redid that entrance. I didn't even notice that when I was there opening weekend. 3 Quote
LOKJAW Posted May 2, 2015 Posted May 2, 2015 I am sure we disscussed this before but I can't seem to find anything on it. Can gold and platinum pass holders get $1 Banshee ice cream at the stand next to Banshee? Also having trouble finding all the benifits you get as a gold or platinum pass holder, does anyone know of a link to such a site? 1 Quote
MysticsTimber Posted May 2, 2015 Posted May 2, 2015 I too am looking for all the Gold Pass benefits, but from mobile. It takes me to the mobile site. 1 Quote
LOKJAW Posted May 2, 2015 Posted May 2, 2015 I came across that, but specific benefits like the ice cream and game deals. Any page that tells you everything you get. I think Cedar Point does, wondering if KI has anything like it. Quote
LOKJAW Posted May 2, 2015 Posted May 2, 2015 Has anyone been able to purchase $1 Banshee swirl ice cream? Quote
KIfan73 Posted May 3, 2015 Posted May 3, 2015 Happy birthday to Kings Island I'm trying to figure something out from this picture: Is the closest looking "family trickster" on Kings Island Drive? Or are the cars further in the distance? 4 Quote
jcgoble3 Posted May 3, 2015 Posted May 3, 2015 I'm trying to figure something out from this picture: Is the closest looking "family trickster" on Kings Island Drive? Or are the cars further in the distance? I think the closer one is on KI Drive and the two further in the distance are on I-71. I'm not sure, though. Has anyone been able to purchase $1 Banshee swirl ice cream? I believe that was a special deal for the preview night only, not a regular offer. 2 Quote
kingsislandfan1972 Posted May 3, 2015 Posted May 3, 2015 Happy birthday to Kings Island It would be so epic to go back in time to see this. I am jealous of anybody who saw this in person. 7 Quote
thoe124 Posted May 3, 2015 Posted May 3, 2015 Hey guys, did anyone else notice Drop Tower running abnormally today? There were a few ride cycles, (i happened to be on one) that looked a lot like this: It just didnt stop rotating until after it stopped going up. It closed after that though. 1 Quote
KI-ORIG-EMP Posted May 3, 2015 Posted May 3, 2015 Happy birthday to Kings Island It would be so epic to go back in time to see this. I am jealous of anybody who saw this in person. I remember that day every well. I marched in that parade as a member of Kings High School marching band. We also marched down Kings Island Drive when the ribbon was cut to open the road to traffic. Kings Island's design group made a banner that we carried in front of our band that announced who we were (Kings High School Marching Band, Kings Mills, Ohio, Home of Kings Island). 7 Quote
Magenta Lizard Posted May 3, 2015 Posted May 3, 2015 Beast crew is on fire today, with Princess Sparkles rocking the mic! 9 Quote
dtk1378 Posted May 3, 2015 Posted May 3, 2015 So Greg Scheid just Tweet'd this: "Give us feedback - free wifi throughout Kings Island! (KIGuestWiFi) Soft roll-out with even more enhancements coming soon. #kibestday" https://twitter.com/KIGMGREG/status/594887980961128449 9 Quote
Kat Posted May 3, 2015 Posted May 3, 2015 ^ wish I could go up there today. We need to rest and clean today though. I guess I will try it next weekend Quote
Magenta Lizard Posted May 3, 2015 Posted May 3, 2015 Well, I'm on the new wifi waiting in line for Banshee. So far, so good. 6 Quote
Delirium2018 Posted May 3, 2015 Posted May 3, 2015 Hey guys, did anyone else notice Drop Tower running abnormally today? There were a few ride cycles, (i happened to be on one) that looked a lot like this: It just didnt stop rotating until after it stopped going up. It closed after that though. I was on one of the cycles where it kept spinning at the top and stopped for a second before dropping. Not gonna lie scared me for a second. And after we dropped the restraints would not come up and we were stuck for about 15 minutes. 1 Quote
jbum123 Posted May 3, 2015 Posted May 3, 2015 Same here but for The Bat. Speeds are decent too! 1 Quote
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.