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If they did tear it down, which I hope is not the case any time too soon. Do you build a new coaster on The Vortex site or The Bat site? I believe the next coaster will go at The Vortex site and the secluded The Bat site would go empty for several years.

I heard some kids talking about they moved The Vortex to Carowinds and they will get to ride it again when they go on vacation.

I was hoping it would be a good success for the park. Could be people are more concerned with buying gas/food. Perhaps after many years people still only think about Riverbend as the place for outdoor concerts. Maybe incentives could be added like half price tickets to the park? Dinner parties with the band at IR? Free parking with a concert ticket . . I am not sure of the current parking situation if you only have a concert ticket.

Was that the nail in the coffin for Kings Island Inn? Was it just too expensive to update it? Or just low reservations?? Both??

Not sure if this is the correct place to ask. But I am going to visit Universal Florida HHN this year. I was hoping someone can give me a recommendation for a good Fansite like KIC, that would be good source for information. thanks

To me they found an issue or needed a new part that is hard to get for this older SlingShot ride. Also, with all national attention to FunTime rides, they decided it was in the best interest of the park to retire the ride. Even the newscast posted above had this underlining hint it was unsafe. No mention it had operated safely for 20 years. So I don't blame the park because if anything would happen to a rider, the news media and public would have blamed Kings Island. I just want to say I believe the park holds itself to a higher standard for rider safety and I always appreciated it. I think that is true across all Cedar Fair parks.

Conspiracy Theory: Maybe our SlingShot was altered in the past to allow riders of larger size. And they want to get rid of the evidence.

Still would have been a fun and unique campaign to tease or announce a new ride.

I still feel they would not have painted it if they knew it was going to be removed. Maybe in testing for the season they found the footers or anchors had to be rebuilt?? idk

I always wished there was an extra bunny hill or two in the long brake shed. When the trees are not full it is somewhat surprising to see how high you're actually off the ground. Yes, I know it's not extremely high by any means. But for how long it is and off the ground, it just seems like a good place for something extra. But I guess originally this brake zone was needed when they planned to run 4 trains . . maybe it still does.

I agree with you, the more water features the better too me. Don't forget our dark ride use to be a water ride too. The Beast had a small lake and water wheel. We did add a water feature with Diamondback though. It definitely adds some excitement to the finish.

It is coming to the Smokies and it's based on history-inspired storytelling in the form of shows and immersive experiences (no rides). The theme will be centered on the Cherokee Indians. The article states it drew the most visitors behind DisneyLand Park in France. https://www.cincinnati.com/story/money/2022/05/10/puy-du-fou-open-theme-park-cherokee-indians-smoky-mountains/9679895002/

I would like to see a new dark ride. Also, some might disagree but a more thrilling water ride like Pulsar in Belgium. My ultimate desire would be a RMC. I know because of the structural issues it was impossible, but I always wanted the SOB to get the RMC treatment. I just really liked seeing the huge structure. I love Steel Vengeance and if I ever could visit Japan, I would like to ride Hakugei. But I am torn because that would mean we would not have gotten Banshee. So I guess it worked out for the best. But still would love a ground up RMC.

Just more flats in general . . maybe a couple in the dead spots back behind the Eiffel Tower. Or the path across from the Diamondback pond. Right now I cannot picture if there is room there. Also, a nature trail to take a break from the crowds when you want one.

From outside resources there are 3 trains running today.

I would much rather see another flat if Monster had to be removed than a seating area. Are flats a maintenance nightmare? It seems like we lost alot over the years.

I am loving all the updates/changes the park has done this year. Looking forward to some other projects to be completed like the Garden Towers. Makes me wonder what they have done on the Soak City side if anything.

Wow, look at the crowd. Great seeing these gates opened for business again!!

What are some of your best tips and tricks for Opening Day? Traditionally it has large crowds and you can easily miss out on you favorites . . food and rides. Or are you like me, I just turn left and start circling the park with no plan. Best sequence and times to beat the crowds for rides? Best times and locations to find places to eat? Shows??

The Racer almost looks like a new ride.

I seem to remember there was a webcam managed by one of news stations (I think) that was located around the International Restaurant.

I don't really mind the divider and seat belts. I just wish there was a better option for the orange pull down bars. They make riding The Beast and Racer a somewhat painful experience for me. I wish the bar would go down between you legs. But I guess the idea is to cram you against the side of the seat. But it hurts!!

I am expecting more improvements in other sections of park. I am blown away by the improvements they made for this season. That being said, I am hoping in 2022 or 2023 we get an announcement of a new attraction in The Vortex spot.

I like the walkthrough attraction idea with walking paths. But I voted for a new section of the park that would include the river. Not sure how worried we need to be about flooding or if you can see houses on the other side. But I would like new true Rivertown section with shops, restaurants, rides, zip lines, walking trails, etc.. Yes, someday a roller coaster on the river's edge.

I agree, if they were going to move it that would have been done a long time ago. Why take on the extra expense unless you need the space? Why look at an empty spot unless there are plans for it?