SPONGEBOB_FAN_97 Posted October 13 Share Posted October 13 I started thinking to myself the following, what if The Racer had a story? Classic Americana, red and white, a by gone era, the smell of grease, ratcheting lap bars, it’s a period piece. Something that lacks from the ride is a story, some sort of lore if you will, right now it’s just a coaster. I propose that they retheme The Racer to Bruce Springsteen and call it the Boss. Picture this, that iconic entrance is demolished and turned into an indoor queue, the facade? The entrance would be designed to look like Asbury Park and the entrance would replicate the Stone Pony. You would go inside and there would be an animatronic Bruce Springsteen being like “JERZEEEEEEYYYYY MAKE SOME NOISEEEEEE” (the ride takes place in Jersey now) In the queue there would be a bar and pumped out smells of cigarettes to fully seal the ambiance. The ride experience would remain the same, just that they install off board audio to play Glory Days. You just rode The Boss. Thoughts? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIghostguy Posted October 13 Share Posted October 13 I think this would be a great idea, but I think it would be even better if they emphasized the racing aspect and themed the other side to another classic artist. Like Billy Joel or Jimmy Buffet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsislandfan1972 Posted October 13 Share Posted October 13 7 minutes ago, KIghostguy said: I think this would be a great idea, but I think it would be even better if they emphasized the racing aspect and themed the other side to another classic artist. Like Billy Joel or Jimmy Buffet. I like the Bruce Springsteen idea and during Christmas you can play his famous "Santa Clause is coming to town" but Billy Joel is my literal favorite of all time both are great ideas however I think The Racer is perfect the way it is. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsislandfan1972 Posted October 13 Share Posted October 13 7 minutes ago, KIghostguy said: I think this would be a great idea, but I think it would be even better if they emphasized the racing aspect and themed the other side to another classic artist. Like Billy Joel or Jimmy Buffet. I like the Bruce Springsteen idea and during Christmas you can play his famous "Santa Clause is coming to town" but Billy Joel is my literal favorite of all time both are great ideas however I think The Racer is perfect the way it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPONGEBOB_FAN_97 Posted October 13 Author Share Posted October 13 1 hour ago, KIghostguy said: I think this would be a great idea, but I think it would be even better if they emphasized the racing aspect and themed the other side to another classic artist. Like Billy Joel or Jimmy Buffet. Interesting… im not sure if want the piano man on this one. Perhaps re theming Congo falls to jimmy buffet could breathe new life into that attraction? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeastFarmer Posted October 13 Share Posted October 13 Nah, they need to theme it 80s legends Thompson Twins. Have the lap bats ratchet down tight as the song " Hold Me Now" plays in the station. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diamondback_Is_King Posted October 13 Share Posted October 13 The Racer may not have a designated story, but the ride has a story built into it. The Racer is perhaps one of the most iconic rides at KI (behind Beast) and has such a rich history with the park. If anything, the ride tells a story about the park. The Racer needs no story, the ride is a story itself 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPONGEBOB_FAN_97 Posted October 14 Author Share Posted October 14 2 hours ago, BeeastFarmer said: Nah, they need to theme it 80s legends Thompson Twins. Have the lap bats ratchet down tight as the song " Hold Me Now" plays in the station. I think creed wrote that song HOLD ME NOW, IM SIX FEET FROM THE EDGE AND IM THINKING, MAYBE SIX FEET AINT SO FAR DOWN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TombRaiderFTW Posted October 14 Share Posted October 14 Was really hoping you meant the one at Six Flags St. Louis. Disappointed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rexpostal Posted October 14 Share Posted October 14 Why would they retheme a coaster to something no one under 65 cares about? That doesn’t make much sense at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beastfan11 Posted October 14 Share Posted October 14 21 and Colder becomes the Tenth Avenue Freeze Out Bar. 2 hours ago, rexpostal said: Why would they retheme a coaster to something no one under 65 cares about? That doesn’t make much sense at all. That’s just one opinion. I’m well under that age and love Springsteen. Also, a biopic hitting theaters in a few weeks about him. Many care, still. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIghostguy Posted October 14 Share Posted October 14 2 hours ago, rexpostal said: Why would they retheme a coaster to something no one under 65 cares about? That doesn’t make much sense at all. At the end of the day, Bruce Springsteen is The Boss. You have to respect that. Imagine if he was the one who requested this retheme. Then the park would have no choice, since he's The Boss. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rexpostal Posted October 14 Share Posted October 14 2 hours ago, beastfan11 said: 21 and Colder becomes the Tenth Avenue Freeze Out Bar. That’s just one opinion. I’m well under that age and love Springsteen. Also, a biopic hitting theaters in a few weeks about him. Many care, still. I’m 45. I don’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. My wife is 45 and she doesn’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. My friends are in their 40s and don’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. I would be shocked if my kids in their 20s had even heard of Bruce Springsteen. He was popular amongst teenagers in the 80s, who are all now well into their 60s. He had no true draw amongst people under that age. He’s basically an utter nobody to my kids. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIghostguy Posted October 14 Share Posted October 14 49 minutes ago, rexpostal said: I’m 45. I don’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. My wife is 45 and she doesn’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. My friends are in their 40s and don’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. I would be shocked if my kids in their 20s had even heard of Bruce Springsteen. He was popular amongst teenagers in the 80s, who are all now well into their 60s. He had no true draw amongst people under that age. He’s basically an utter nobody to my kids. But like...he's The Boss. Would you like it better if it was Billy Joel-themed instead of Bruce Springsteen? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beastfan11 Posted October 14 Share Posted October 14 57 minutes ago, rexpostal said: I’m 45. I don’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. My wife is 45 and she doesn’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. My friends are in their 40s and don’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. I would be shocked if my kids in their 20s had even heard of Bruce Springsteen. He was popular amongst teenagers in the 80s, who are all now well into their 60s. He had no true draw amongst people under that age. He’s basically an utter nobody to my kids. Who hurt you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Bombay Posted October 14 Share Posted October 14 56 minutes ago, rexpostal said: I’m 45. I don’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. My wife is 45 and she doesn’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. My friends are in their 40s and don’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. I would be shocked if my kids in their 20s had even heard of Bruce Springsteen. He was popular amongst teenagers in the 80s, who are all now well into their 60s. He had no true draw amongst people under that age. He’s basically an utter nobody to my kids. We can make one side Insane Clown Posse for you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beastfan11 Posted October 14 Share Posted October 14 17 minutes ago, KIghostguy said: But like...he's The Boss. Would you like it better if it was Billy Joel-themed instead of Bruce Springsteen? Scenes From an International Restaurant……. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPONGEBOB_FAN_97 Posted October 15 Author Share Posted October 15 4 hours ago, rexpostal said: I’m 45. I don’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. My wife is 45 and she doesn’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. My friends are in their 40s and don’t give a **** about Bruce Springsteen. I would be shocked if my kids in their 20s had even heard of Bruce Springsteen. He was popular amongst teenagers in the 80s, who are all now well into their 60s. He had no true draw amongst people under that age. He’s basically an utter nobody to my kids. You sound so out of touch. Everyone listens to The Boss, including your wife… Also people have been asking for this retheme for a long time now. I think Mike said an interview it was the #1 thing he regretted not doing during his time. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beastfan11 Posted October 15 Share Posted October 15 1 hour ago, SPONGEBOB_FAN_97 said: Everyone listens to The Boss, including your wife… Shots fired. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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