meridian88

I rode The Beast just before 8:00 tonight. I was in row 6. I thought it was a lot rougher than in the past. The long tunnel after the 2nd lift hill was the roughest in my opinion. Earlier posts said it was good earlier in the season so hopefully it’s something they can get resolved soon.

I don’t understand why they don’t make these coaster closure announcements near the beginning of a season. It would only bring in more customers who want to ride it for the last time. With a month to go, it will be hard for many to get another ride in. I’m also disappointed in the closing of two coasters so close together with only one coaster announced. You never want to feel like you’re going backward in what’s being offered.

I’m actually pretty bummed it’s Firehawk. I think of it as the 3rd or 4th best ride at KI. I know I’m in the minority here based on comments and the Twitter poll. The flying experience is totally unique, esp. from the front row. The loop is wild, the twists are cool, and it does really make you feel like you’re flying. There’s also no mid-ride brake which I feel is a buzz kill and design flaw on the rides that have them. I know there are reasons to remove it, based on maintenance issues (the deafening lift hill) and future park expansion, but I just think it’s one of the most fun rides at KI.