jonskinny12 Posted January 8, 2018 Share Posted January 8, 2018 ^ Got it, thanks for the info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ytterbiumanalyst Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 I approve of this. Every park needs more BBQ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KICoasterkev Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 Park Operating Calendar for 2018 has just been released, link: https://www.visitkingsisland.com/explore/calendar-and-hours Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prozach626 Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 There's construction being done in Coney Mall across from the Racer that is suspected to be where the BBQ place is going on. It's all rumors and KI fan chit chat right now, so who knows if that's where they're going to put it. Thanks. Is there any stock to the rumored cars ride return, or was that complete BS? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brassinthegrass Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 Planning a trip, when do schools go back in August in Ohio? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 Planning a trip, when do schools go back in August in Ohio? Â It varies, but 8:00 closes begin on the 6th. Expect crowd levels to die down quite a bit starting that week. Note that they're closed the last 2 weeks of August mid-week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKI Jizzman Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 There's construction being done in Coney Mall across from the Racer that is suspected to be where the BBQ place is going on. It's all rumors and KI fan chit chat right now, so who knows if that's where they're going to put it. Thanks. Is there any stock to the rumored cars ride return, or was that complete BS?  The antique cars? It's a staple rumor every time there's construction  But hey they gave their flyers to Carowinds and then ended up getting a replacement, so it's possible, but not as plausible due to the footprint. I'd love to see a flume upgrade and bring the sky ride back but now we're in la la land, haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 I'd love to see a flume upgrade and bring the sky ride back  Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drummermattk Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 (edited) Whew it's been awhile since Ive been on here lol. Just wanted to give an update on somethings being done at the park.  The work in Coney Mall looks to be for a resturaunt (duh). As seen from December 30th. The last day for winterfest! Link to the post with this picture  In other words, a certain little hyper is getting these WONDERFUL new seats...(insert mold and everything else now).  Lastly, Dino's was removed quickly as the company that the dino's where RENTED from came and shipped them all back to China. Whatever (well hush hush about that now) is going on back there, the park does not seem to be taking it's time. Edited January 9, 2018 by drummermattk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prozach626 Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 (edited) #itscoming If you start teasing a giga and it doesn't come true I'm going to hate you for life. Â Also, thanks for the pics. I wish D-back would keep the old seats. It was fun reading all of the TR's which raved about how great KI was, but the experience was almost ruined by Diamondback's "disgusting" - aka just faded, seats. I love seeing people get butt hurt over the small stuff. Edited January 9, 2018 by prozach626 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKI Jizzman Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 #itscoming If you start teasing a giga and it doesn't come true I'm going to hate you for life. Â That, pictures of Diamondback trains in the off season, confirming a BBQ restaurant... dude you do know KI PR browses this site, right? You've got links to your personal socials right next to your post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prozach626 Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 (edited) Eh. He's posted some somewhat risky material before and hasn't been busted. Is the BBQ joint supposed to be that much of a surprise? (not being a smartass. Legit question) Edited January 9, 2018 by prozach626 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKI Jizzman Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 #itscoming If you start teasing a giga and it doesn't come true I'm going to hate you for life. Â Also, thanks for the pics. I wish D-back would keep the old seats. It was fun reading all of the TR's which raved about how great KI was, but the experience was almost ruined by Diamondback's "disgusting" - aka just faded, seats. I love seeing people get butt hurt over the small stuff. Â It didn't effect the experience, but goddamn were they ugly! So were the clamshells. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrillseeker4552 Posted January 10, 2018 Share Posted January 10, 2018 So nice to see new padding for Diamondback. Those seats/restraints looked horrible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prozach626 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Prince Desmond and I were just talking about saving the old seats. Please donate to our gofundme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philrad71 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 ^ LOL! Â And if a giga DOES come to town, it damned well better be named 'Laser Snake Horse On Fire' too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legocraft Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 Prediction: 2020 Intamin Giga, there's no way it's coming this year, while possibly next year, I don't think so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vonni Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 ^ I'm still leaning toward B&M Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prozach626 Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 If it ever comes, I'm almost certain it will be a B&M. They have a strong relationship with Cedar Fair right now. Why wouldn't they go with another B&M after the success of Leviathan and most definitely Fury 325. Fury may not be as intense as I305, but it's an insanely kick ass ride that enthusiasts and the general public can ride over and over again without it being too much. Â I could see KI trying out a T-Rex, eventually, but that might come at the cost of replacing Vortex. Regardless, I really don't think we'll see another coaster in this park for years. There's just no need for one at this point. I'd rather they stay focused on updating and maintaining. The new restaurant is a plus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolfBobs Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 I could see KI trying out a T-Rex, eventually, but that might come at the cost of replacing Vortex. Regardless, I really don't think we'll see another coaster in this park for years. Â This. While I don't see a T-Rex, I would personally love to see the next coaster at KI be a modern sit down looper to replace Vortex. Sorry Arrow fans, it's just time for that ride to go... I wouldn't mind it being a T-Rex, but I see a Mack or Gerstlauer being a better possibility. Â As for a Giga, I do think KI will get one in the future. However, probably not within the next 5-10 years. But if I'm wrong I'll gladly eat my words and ride the s*** out of it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prozach626 Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 I also speak about Vortex with a lot of ignorance. I don't know the shape of the trains or the track, but I'm speculating strictly based on the fact that the old breed of the giant arrow coasters are getting less and less. I know we all talk about it, because it's fun to talk about. But again, I really don't see it happening for a long period of time. KD is a big park and look how long it took them to get any kind of new coaster. Â Despite their giga, I believe KI has an even better lineup than KD did before the renovation of Hurler, so I think KI will remained the same for quite a while. Now, I wouldn't be shocked if the park eventually gets a new giga, but if it would come before 10-15 years, I would be surprised. There's just no current need. I think Diamondback does a great job of filling the big boy shoes. KD didn't even have a hyper before I305. Carowinds was looking for something to break their standard of mostly really mediocre roller coasters. Â PS- I edited this about ten times... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Great Zo Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Now official: Diamondback's new seats. Photo from the park website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marth555 Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 The old red seats were in pretty poor shape visually and im glad to see one of my favorite coasters looking nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canobie Coaster Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 The new seats there look great! They also seem more appropriate colorwise for the name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrillseeker4552 Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 The new seats there look great! They also seem more appropriate colorwise for the name. Â Agreed. Even before the old pink seats got super ugly, I never liked the color in the first place. So nice to see new seats and lap bars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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