KrakenKing Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 At least we can say this. It'll be better than Son of Beast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traincrossin Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 At least we can say this. It'll be better than Son of Beast. And yet people will still get the two confused. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBrylczyk Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 At least we can say this. It'll be better than Son of Beast. The dilapidated chinese rollercoaster set for destruction was probably better than Son Of Beast, buddy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prozach626 Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 I've never had any head banging issues on any B&M Inverts. I love these new restraints! One thing I hate about the old trains is that you usually end up touching the person next to you since you're so close. There are many times I don't want any part of my body touching the person beside. me. These new trains look like you can isolate yourself from rubbing against others... so my issue with the older trains is body rubbing, not head banging. Truth. Rubbing is definitely more of a problem than banging. JK... but seriously... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidW Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 This weeks time lapse videos. Week 28 (02/03/14 - 02/09/14): - - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KI Kidd Posted February 11, 2014 Share Posted February 11, 2014 From KI's Facebook page: "The first vehicle of a Banshee train was placed on the track this afternoon. The rest of the vehicles for the train will be transported to the ride and placed on the track tomorrow." First car is on the track! Woohoo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodie Warrior Posted February 11, 2014 Share Posted February 11, 2014 The new trains look spectacular Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike541x Posted February 11, 2014 Share Posted February 11, 2014 ^Ditto. Can't wait to see them in action! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarheel1231 Posted February 11, 2014 Share Posted February 11, 2014 I think testing could start by the end of this week or the beginning of next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koasterking48 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I think testing could start by the end of this week or the beginning of next. With the weather this area has been having, that statement is very ambitious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfreak101 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Very excited to try these new trains out! Hopefully I can come up with a solid excuse to get out to Ohio this summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidW Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 (edited) First car of the first train installed today. Full res album: http://www.davidwaderich.com/hotlink/KI/TrackComplete Edited May 7, 2014 by DavidW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TM3988 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Absolutely love the yellow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_koppen Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 That vehicle is looking good! I always hated to ride anything but the front on b&m inverts, maybe these will change that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spinning man Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I'm not a fan of the colour scheme of the train. The yellow doesn't suit the coaster from my opinion as I can't see any reason for it being in the coaster. They should have used a beige colour and dark blue for the trains to keep close to the logo of the ride. However, I might take back what I said when I see it testing with everything completed, as I may be mistakened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyrocoasterkid Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I'm not a fan of the colour scheme of the train. The yellow doesn't suit the coaster from my opinion as I can't see any reason for it being in the coaster. They should have used a beige colour and dark blue for the trains to keep close to the logo of the ride. However, I might take back what I said when I see it testing with everything completed, as I may be mistakened. I actually disagree. Its a good accent color against the other dark colors that is also in the logo. The Banshee in the logo has eyes that are glowing a bright yellow. There is also an orangeish-yellow in the lettering of the logo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajfelice Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I must say that seeing a picture of only the trains, and then seeing a picture of only the track and supports gives an initial impression of a mismatch. Let's wait and see the coaster in person when it's trains are completely assembled to judge whether or not Banshee is visually appealing. I'm always a fan of having a "highlight" in the color schemes of rides and roller coasters as it gives them a nice pop and the appearance of speed. Also, I wouldn't hold my breath on a test run very soon. Maybe if we can get some mild days up in the 40s in the next few weeks or so, like they are calling for, will we finally see some testing. Besides the weather, there is a whole mess of electrical systems and ride system that needs to be finished before we can think of moving trains. They have lots of time, no need to worry about missing deadlines yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiisncoasterz Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Color me rad is invading kings island in may and this year it goes through the park. I've started a TeamTpr if anyone wants to join up. Go to WWW.colormerad.com and to the Cincinnati event. Its 27 bucks with a pass for a few weeks. Its a fun reason to get colored up and be in the park at 730am! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prozach626 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Have they tested the clearance on the entire coaster yet, to even start doing a test run? Also, isn't there some digging that still needs to be done around the first drop? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarheel1231 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I've got news! From Kings Island's Twitter: Source Also: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TM3988 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 I'm not a fan of the colour scheme of the train. The yellow doesn't suit the coaster from my opinion as I can't see any reason for it being in the coaster. They should have used a beige colour and dark blue for the trains to keep close to the logo of the ride. However, I might take back what I said when I see it testing with everything completed, as I may be mistakened. I actually disagree. Its a good accent color against the other dark colors that is also in the logo. The Banshee in the logo has eyes that are glowing a bright yellow. There is also an orangeish-yellow in the lettering of the logo. Agreed! Imagine how awesome the yellow is going to look when the train is going through the track Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarheel1231 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 More news from Kings Island's Twitter page: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KI Kidd Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 From KI's Facebook page. Another shot of the trains being put on the transfer track! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traincrossin Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 Adventure Express will be getting a new lift chain this year. Tweet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBrylczyk Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 ^^ Those trains look way bulkier than any other invert. I'm surprised the new restraints would require such a drastic size change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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