diamonbackandbeastlover Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 This wouldn't be the first time they used another parks coaster in a commercial... 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBeast1116 Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Good to see the trains on the track this morning! 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haru-Kun Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Don's out front, chatting with folks Sent from my Pip-Boy 3000 via Tapatalk 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck norris Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 I came from the south today (usually I come from the north) and noticed they had a handful of these signs trying to get people to not use the old southern area for the entrance. I still think they need giant signs on the exits that say "DO NOT ENTER" but signs clearly pointing to the entrance are a good start. They also had a few security cars in the lot near both exits... I'm hopeful they are turning cars around who do enter... Although I didn't see any perps and thus didn't see any confrontations. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WailsLikeABanshee Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 I'm at the park right now, and I must say that I experienced GREAT food service. I got food at the Larosa's in the Festhaus. They young man working was very helpful, and got my food to me quickly. For once, my food was better than if I went to a normal Larosa's. My friends ate at the Chicken Shack, and they all said that service was good there too. Sent from my LGL33L using Tapatalk 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disco2000 Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Oh I don't know if it was because of security but around 5pm a car appeared to be exiting out the new entrance and swerved into the grass and almost hit the new sign to get out of the way of incoming traffic 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WailsLikeABanshee Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Is that why they were sitting there in the grass? Sent from my LGL33L using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 I have a feeling that grabbing a lawn chair and a cooler, and sitting in GWL parking lot to watch the new entrance this season would be almost as good/entertaining as doing the same at a boat ramp. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 ...or near the South Exit starting around 11 AM... 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 I may have to pack a cooler, for a parking lot lunch, when I go next Friday instead of going to Ruby Tuesday for lunch, to avoid said South Exit at mid day. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malem Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 ^ Or you could walk it; there's a crosswalk at the GWL intersection. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 I once walked to the Sunoco plaza on Western Row. I don't recommend doing that. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 Not a bad idea, malem. That would be an easy walk for me, and a great way to walk of a GOOD lunch and mixed drink afterward. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldschool75 Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 Noticed a commercial for Kings Island on the TV... Banshee, Banshee, Banshee... Wait what's that?! Who recognizes this coaster? There's also a shot down from the top of some other park's Drop Tower, but it was less jarring than the coaster for me. Or, you know, maybe I should have posted this on the decoding thread. It could be a leak of what is to come in 2017 That's Goldstriker 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malem Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 I've never walked to the Sunoco plaza south of the park, but The Kings Center Dr area is an easy walk. There aren't (yet) sidewalks on much of Kings Island Dr, so you'll be walking on the grass and/or through the KI & GWL parking lots. I've tried crossing the Kings Mills Rd bridge over I-71 on foot; I certainly wouldn't recommend doing that. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 Living in DC has spoiled me. Metro and walking can get you nearly anywhere. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WailsLikeABanshee Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 Beast closed a few minutes ago. It's being reported that a train stopped on the second lift hill. If/when I know more, I'll give updates. Sent from my LGL33L using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magenta Lizard Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 One of the little "guide" poles beside the north entry lane has already been run over. I wouldn't doubt it has happened multiple times. Third time using that entrance lane tonight, I still wasn't quite sure where I was aiming until I was already in the lanes of oncoming traffic. Fortunately none was coming at the time. I think there may be new dashed lines directing toward the entrance, but it is still awkward. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck norris Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 I may have to pack a cooler, for a parking lot lunch, when I go next Friday instead of going to Ruby Tuesday for lunch, to avoid said South Exit at mid day.If your going to ruby Tuesday, just use the north exit. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick_Plummer Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 I'm heading out to the park for the first time this season tomorrow and my dad wants me to drive as I have my learner's permit now. As a newer driver, are there any precautions I should take as I will be coming from the north and turning left into the new negatively reviewed toll booth. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
festhaus Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 The northern entrance and exit truly is a problem. Here is another story for posterity sake . Yesterday, a car was slow turning left from the north. The car behind assumed the car in front would quickly enter and followed. Because the first car was slow in turning the car behind was left in the middle of the intersection. A northbound car was speeding and had to swerve out if the way. Something bad is going to happen. This entrance is just weird. Also, exiting from the north exit and turning left was awkward. Normally turn right out of there but decided to go left at the last second to run an errand. As stated earlier, the first little pole was bent over but it also seemed that those poles came over into the exit lane. Hard to explain but here is a picture... I can't imagine how hard this would be to navigate at 10 when it's dark and a bunch of cats around. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck norris Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 I'm heading out to the park for the first time this season tomorrow and my dad wants me to drive as I have my learner's permit now. As a newer driver, are there any precautions I should take as I will be coming from the north and turning left into the new negatively reviewed toll booth.It's honestly not as bad as everyone is making it out, especially if you are anticipating a change and are paying attention.You'll get into the left turn lane as you pass GWL, then just make the turn slowly and really look at where the entrance is (don't just follow the person in front of you). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 One question, then. If it isn't as bad as many (NOT everyone--I despise over-generalizations), why on EARTH are those poles there? Well? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pez Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 If you are a new driver keep calm and take your time, unless you are in front of me, in which case hurry up. But seriously, coming from the north there is a nice long left turn lane on new pavement. When the light turns green, look at oncoming traffic. The oncoming right lanes (your left) turn into Kings Island. The oncoming left lanes (closest to you) go straight past you through the intersection. When you make your turn, go to the right of the divider poles. These lanes have new pavement. Don't go to the left of the poles because that is the exit. The exit lanes still use the old pavement. For a new driver, stay left and take it slow until you determine which lane you need for the tolls. Some will be for pass holders and others will be for everyone. If you can stay to the left, great. If you have to switch lanes, make sure to use your signal. This is Ohio, so someone will be nice enough to let you in. Once through the tolls, the lanes will begin to peel off to the left into the parking lot. The first one is a good one for crowed days, but it is way to the north end of the lot. The second one is still on the north end of the lot. This is usually the one I use. If I recall correctly, the rest send you to the south end of the lot. Hope this helps. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 And if you are not there VERY early, the first two lefts after the tolls will be coned off... 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck norris Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 One question, then. If it isn't as bad as many (NOT everyone--I despise over-generalizations), why on EARTH are those poles there? Well? It's not as bad if you pay attention... Which this poster is clearly going in aware and ready...There definitely needs to be more "do not enter signs" for those people who are just so excited they can't focus easily... But if your expecting a change and paying attention, I'm confident you can get in correctly without hitting any poles. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 I may have to pack a cooler, for a parking lot lunch, when I go next Friday instead of going to Ruby Tuesday for lunch, to avoid said South Exit at mid day.If your going to ruby Tuesday, just use the north exit. Because, when I come back, that's one more time I have to use the soup-sandwich entrance. Id rather walk, thanks. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 And you can pay all the attention in the world. If a badly designed intersection causes another driver to make a last second error and collide with you, paying attention will not prevent the collision. And you may have nowhere to escape to and/or no time to do so. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamonbackandbeastlover Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 I honestly had no issues last night. My only complaints are the angle of turning into the enterence from the left is kind of awkward and tight and then once you get in the lane markers suddenly dissapear which I think will lead to some issues during busy hours. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shark6495 Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 On a positive, the new slide complex looks great Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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