Something like this for Vortex's replacement please...
Something like this for Vortex's replacement please...
I am hoping that maybe something like Copperhead Strike could be put in that location. It's prime real estate and also has some land countours to use effectively. Maybe in time for the 50th anniversary. Plus, that would help spread guests more effectively through the east side of Kings Island (along with Orion, of course). While I'm at it, I would take out Invertigo and the water ride (I still call it Congo River) and then install a nice little RMC in that area. That last part might be a stretch though as there may not be enough room. I'm talking an RMC in the neighborhood of 140' high and not one of the monsters that they are building (ex. Steel Vengeance, Iron Gwazi, etc.).
I could see a B&M floorless going into that spot.
This thing is going to open before West Coast Racers at SFMM. SmhBrake run is now installed on Orion and the BOC (Big Ol' Crane) is being assembled. According to park spokesman, the first hill should be completely constructed by the end of October.
That first drop is a thing of beauty. Love getting views of it on my drive home from work.And Orion is now a complete circuit.
Orion had its first test run today.
This thing hauls butt through its course
What? I've never heard of that before.Someone brought up that it might be because they use different wheels for testing. I wouldn't expect this thing to be as fast on opening day.