Hello KIC, First I would like to thank everyone in attendance. You all know who you are "RIDE WARRIORS" Kings Island beckoned.

And we came from all across the country to answer the call.

I won't be getting into any great detail. If that's what your looking for I could care less. (yes Terp I know that means I care a little)

So that's why if you are looking for details there are many Great TR's with Excellent informative detailed accounts. Some of which

contain "Way too much fun" All of which I've read and have really enjoyed reading. And the photo's are truly amazing. Bravo

Honestly I wasn't going to post a TR this time. But panning through picture's I felt some had to be shared and commented on.

Now I bet there was a KIC member on almost every DB train that day. 5 out of 8 pics I took you could make out at least a shirt.

The Beast walkback is always a treat for me.

Always one person willing to smile for the camera

And by the way Happy B-Day Big Guy!!

As if you didn't know Ride Warriors do it in the dark!

A tribute to ACE.

Maybe next year one to the group who boasts 22 people on one DB train

This next one really sums it up. Every coaster enthusiasts dream. 1 train=1 person.

He actually rode twice in a row like this!

To ALL of those who made this possible. From the big wigs to the person that finalized the e-mail it can't be said enough Thanks!!

^Wow I like the single rider on Vortex. I had this pleasure on Blue Streak last year at Cedar Point. Pretty funny, really.

I am in the first picture you have of the people on db. That was our 22 person train!! way to go kic!

It was nice to meet up with you again, indianapolisman. It was also a pleasure riding The Vortex with you, Indyguy4KI, and IBEW_Sparky even though seat 5-1 didn't do too much for me! Any time you need someone to hold your camera for you again don't hesitate to ask.

^Wow I like the single rider on Vortex. I had this pleasure on Blue Streak last year at Cedar Point. Pretty funny, really.

Have been the sole rider on following: Beast, Mean Streak, Woodstock Express, Raptor. I remember the Raptor announcer saying when my train came back, " Welcome back Raptor rider, how was your ride?"

Hey Tom... next time you hold I-man's camera for him... do usa ll a favor and actually LEAVE the deck so the ride-ops can send the train LOL

Thanks for the trip report...and it was also very nice to finally meet you...I had fun talking to you!

See ya,

J.D.

P.S. Your night-time shot of Diamondback's splashdown turned out really pretty!

So much for Single Riders Line. Now there are Single Rider Trains . That would have been the highlight of my day if that was me. Nice photos BTW.

When I was a Ride Mechanic I had the chance to ride SOB by myself with a train full of water dummies, cold March morning and yes they do leak.

I hope I can make it next time.

standbyme Posted Today, 07:48 PM

Thanks for the trip report...and it was also very nice to finally meet you...I had fun talking to you!

See ya,

J.D.

P.S. Your night-time shot of Diamondback's splashdown turned out really pretty!

Likewise J.D. BTW I meant to ask. Does that record store have a website?

Tom76257 Posted May 12 2009, 10:33 PM

It was nice to meet up with you again, indianapolisman. It was also a pleasure riding The Vortex with you, Indyguy4KI, and IBEW_Sparky even though seat 5-1 didn't do too much for me! Any time you need someone to hold your camera for you again don't hesitate to ask.

Yeah, 5-1 was the same for me. I still prefer 1-1 Oh yeah the camera. Whatca doin this weekend...

P.S. This is the pic I submitted/

That pic is a really nice one. Goodluck in the contest! I'm still having trouble deciding which one to send in.

Nice TR! I love that nighttime splashdown pic!

Does anyone know who the guy is that rode Vortex by himself? I saw him several times on RWW and on opening day he was standing right next to me in line for ERT.

I still think the 22 KIC members on one DB train is awesome. You guys rock!

~Ash

...Does anyone know who the guy is that rode Vortex by himself? ...

Yes.

More seriously, his name is Adam and he at one time worked for the park....

Terpy, trying to behave...

Yeah, I know hard it is for you to behave on that one!

Nice TR! I love that nighttime splashdown pic!

Does anyone know who the guy is that rode Vortex by himself? I saw him several times on RWW and on opening day he was standing right next to me in line for ERT.

I still think the 22 KIC members on one DB train is awesome. You guys rock!

~Ash

Thanks Ashers. I saw you and your brother in ERT at Vortex. I think we may have ridden on the same train.

And yes I've met Adam. He can usually be found on DB via SRL.

i was on that 22 ppl train but i think i was in the back lol so you didnt see me