FUN&ONLY! Posted July 10, 2019 Share Posted July 10, 2019 54 minutes ago, fryoj said: Maybe they did a budget giga so they can add another coaster sooner! That is what I was thinking too... I really do think that 2023 will be Kings Island’s next coaster especially if they go with something cheaper like a Gerstluer. They have been doing a new coaster every three years recently, but I think this is made possible by throwing in some “cheaper” coasters like Mystic Timbers. I am not saying Mystic Timbers is not as good by any means... I think it is one of if not the best coaster in the park, but you cannot argue that a GCI costs more than a B&M. Also Cedar Point seems to be adding a new coaster for 2021 after their big anniversary, so I think Kings Island would want to add one right after their 50th. I think our giga was originally planned for a later year and was supposed to be a little larger, but the park decided to put it in earlier which meant that we could get another coaster sooner in 2023. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawaiian Coasters 325 Posted July 10, 2019 Share Posted July 10, 2019 If I had my way we'd be getting an RMC next. Imagine opening this giga coaster and then they shock us a few years later and put in a monstrous RMC. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick44 Posted July 10, 2019 Share Posted July 10, 2019 Honestly I feel like a giant new flat is needed in the park. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeastFarmer Posted July 10, 2019 Share Posted July 10, 2019 I think a Planet Snoopy or Soak City upgrade is coming sooner than later. The attractions may be nice, but both are looking pretty run down in my opinion. But then again, I don't think a lot of the public looks at the worn/mismatched pavement, lack of outstanding landscape, etc like I do. That's the bad thing about the upgrades they do, it highlights the opportunities for me. LOL 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick44 Posted July 10, 2019 Share Posted July 10, 2019 KI only has 3 flat rides in the entire park. There has to be something in the works. Smaller parks have more and CP has more as well. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medford Posted July 10, 2019 Share Posted July 10, 2019 39 minutes ago, Maverick44 said: KI only has 3 flat rides in the entire park. There has to be something in the works. Smaller parks have more and CP has more as well. 3 flats? Drop Tower, Delerium, Viking Ship, Shake Rattle And Roll, Monster, Scrambler, Grande Carousel. They could use some more, even though Viking Ship is the only one at that list that I'll ride, but they have at least 7... Oh yeah, bumber cars, swings so at least 9 that I can think of. Edit: Tiques - 10, Windchaser - 11 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick44 Posted July 10, 2019 Share Posted July 10, 2019 6 minutes ago, medford said: 3 flats? Drop Tower, Delerium, Viking Ship, Shake Rattle And Roll, Monster, Scrambler, Grande Carousel. They could use some more, even though Viking Ship is the only one at that list that I'll ride, but they have at least 7... Oh yeah, bumber cars, swings so at least 9 that I can think of. Edit: Tiques - 10, Windchaser - 11 I think I was only meaning larger flats. I did forget boat. I think they need another larger scale flat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawaiian Coasters 325 Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 If we get a Mack coaster, I would love for it to be something like Blue Fire at Europa Park. But with a double launch and not a MCBR. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick44 Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 ^^ So you want an Intamin. lol 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonofBaconator Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 3 hours ago, Maverick44 said: ^^ So you want an Intamin. lol No, he wants a double launch Mack coaster like Blue Fire with no MCBR 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starlitfire Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 3 hours ago, Maverick44 said: ^^ So you want an Intamin. lol A modern Intamin would be cool, but I'm nervous that these newer shuttle coasters would be a capacity nightmare. I'd be interested in seeing something like Maverick as an upcoming attraction but I feel that a family coaster will definitely come first. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick44 Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 13 minutes ago, SonofBaconator said: No, he wants a double launch Mack coaster like Blue Fire with no MCBR Ok I thought he misspelled Intamin cuz he described one. Relax its a joke of course. Not everything has to be so serious. have a great weekend! Talk to everyone Monday! @starlitfire I would love something that intense as Maverick. Mack I am not sure they can deliver that type of an experience. We shall see. A boy can dream. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XBeastGirlX Posted July 13, 2019 Share Posted July 13, 2019 I think Soak City will get an upgrade next and it will be a water coaster ETA i would like if we got a wild mouse too. I know they aren't crazy popular but I think they are really fun and a good family/ kid coaster. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonofBaconator Posted July 13, 2019 Share Posted July 13, 2019 I would also like a spinning coaster- something more compact like Sierra Sidewinder at KBF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick44 Posted July 15, 2019 Share Posted July 15, 2019 Something like Steel Curtain would be pretty cool. Maybe have it launched like Maxx Force then go into something like SC. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonofBaconator Posted July 15, 2019 Share Posted July 15, 2019 44 minutes ago, Maverick44 said: Something like Steel Curtain would be pretty cool. Maybe have it launched like Maxx Force then go into something like SC. So basically a launched Steel Curtain? That actually sounds cool "Who Dey Coaster" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick44 Posted July 15, 2019 Share Posted July 15, 2019 18 minutes ago, SonofBaconator said: So basically a launched Steel Curtain? That actually sounds cool "Who Dey Coaster" Could just be called "Bengal" or" The Jungle" haha 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rivertown Rider Posted July 15, 2019 Share Posted July 15, 2019 I could definitely see something like the Dark Knight Coaster/Laff Trakk going in the former Crypt building. I can't imagine the cost would be that much. The capacity would be the main issue but it would give them another ride that could be open during Winterfest. It also gives them another family/tweener coaster. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawaiian Coasters 325 Posted July 15, 2019 Share Posted July 15, 2019 I was thinking what if they year down Invertigo and Congo Falls and reuse the station of Invertigo. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FUN&ONLY! Posted July 15, 2019 Share Posted July 15, 2019 I don’t think they will reuse the station of Invertigo because it is... well... weird. Also they tore down Firehawk’s station and did not use Son of Beast’s station when they could have, so I don’t think they will reuse it. After all, a Vekoma used to travel through that thing! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSourNinja Posted July 16, 2019 Share Posted July 16, 2019 I don't think we will see a family coaster anytime soon. We just got MT and that was supposed to fill that role. Soak City Upgrade and kiddie land prolly the next 2 years throw in a a flat ride following and then maybe a coaster after that. Would love to see a flyer return to the park. Something better than Firehawk obviously but I really like the flyer concept. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDMC01 Posted July 16, 2019 Share Posted July 16, 2019 Not sure if I responded to this thread yet, but... I would love to see a floorless coaster at the park! I know we have Vortex and Banshee, but I think it would be really cool; I think the layout could be such that it feels separate from those two coasters. As for where to put it, I’d say remove Invertigo (and Congo if we must) and put it in that plot of land. Also, I think it would be really cool if Backlot got spinning cars... it could start freely spinning once it gets to the top of the helix and then and then maybe stop spinning at the helicopter scene. The only refurbs that would need to be done are new trains and a wider clearance (in the tunnels), plus maybe new paint and a new sign if they wanted to rename it (I recommend painting it brown and calling it Rivertown Rambler). 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purdude86 Posted July 16, 2019 Share Posted July 16, 2019 I would personally like to see a motocoaster themed with horse cars like Pony Express at Knott's. Have it take up that area and be a fast twisty coaster that coudl be thrilling family ride like Backlot but nicer looking. Would be a good cross for the area between Coney and Rivertown having a sort of steeplechase feel and horses for the old town/western feel. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperial79 Posted July 16, 2019 Share Posted July 16, 2019 I hope we get to see Coney Mall get some more love, I know they've been updating it the past few years, and it looks great, but the area between the Dodgem and KMAA is pretty dark, if they would put some new fancy light poles in that area, it would really brighten it up, when the sun goes down, it seems like a place people don't stay, its just a walk through area, and its a missed chance to just sit relax, and take in the new landscaping that the KI team has done for the area. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBEASTunchained Posted July 16, 2019 Share Posted July 16, 2019 43 minutes ago, Imperial79 said: I hope we get to see Coney Mall get some more love, I know they've been updating it the past few years, and it looks great, but the area between the Dodgem and KMAA is pretty dark, if they would put some new fancy light poles in that area, it would really brighten it up, when the sun goes down, it seems like a place people don't stay, its just a walk through area, and its a missed chance to just sit relax, and take in the new landscaping that the KI team has done for the area. Couldn’t agree more! I’ve actually always been one for the idea of bringing the Gemini Midway lights overhead and overall feel to Coney Mall but on a grander scale. Would really be a great area for it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawaiian Coasters 325 Posted July 16, 2019 Share Posted July 16, 2019 12 hours ago, Maverick44 said: Could just be called "Bengal" or" The Jungle" haha How about a Cincinnati Reds themed coaster with a Reds themed area! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FUN&ONLY! Posted July 16, 2019 Share Posted July 16, 2019 2 minutes ago, Hawaiian Coasters 325 said: How about a Cincinnati Reds themed coaster with a Reds themed area! I like the idea, and I think it would go over very well with the GP, but many coaster enthusiasts were not fans of Steel Curtain and the area because it was themed to a sports team. I guess everyone has their own opinions on that matter though, and if it makes sense, I could see the park considering that. I am just wondering how much of an annual fee the park would have to pay to use the Reds branding. Does anyone know if Kennywood paid the Steelers good money to use their assets? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick44 Posted July 16, 2019 Share Posted July 16, 2019 10 hours ago, FUN&ONLY! said: I like the idea, and I think it would go over very well with the GP, but many coaster enthusiasts were not fans of Steel Curtain and the area because it was themed to a sports team. I guess everyone has their own opinions on that matter though, and if it makes sense, I could see the park considering that. I am just wondering how much of an annual fee the park would have to pay to use the Reds branding. Does anyone know if Kennywood paid the Steelers good money to use their assets? That's because its Steelers related. Boo that city! 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TombRaiderFTW Posted July 16, 2019 Share Posted July 16, 2019 15 hours ago, MDMC01 said: Also, I think it would be really cool if Backlot got spinning cars... it could start freely spinning once it gets to the top of the helix and then and then maybe stop spinning at the helicopter scene. The only refurbs that would need to be done are new trains and a wider clearance (in the tunnels), plus maybe new paint and a new sign if they wanted to rename it (I recommend painting it brown and calling it Rivertown Rambler). Ooh, I really like that idea. I don't know that Premier has any spinning models, but Backlot kinda does have a great layout for a spinning coaster since it has all those laterals and turns (plus the helix!) That would be a cool retheme, too. Gonna be daydreaming all day now about the MCBR and following tunnel being themed to, like, a wolf pack finding you and chasing you through the deepest part of the forest or something... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjamin22 Posted July 16, 2019 Share Posted July 16, 2019 After riding Skyhawk at Cedar Point id absolutely LOVE an S&S screamin’ Swing, it’d definitely be my favorite flat in the park. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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