Reviews • Zach S.

Cornball lived up to the hype. The back row is wicked to the bone and it’s like riding an entirely new coaster. Will beat you up but the elements are ...

Cornball lived up to the hype. The back row is wicked to the bone and it’s like riding an entirely new coaster. Will beat you up but the elements are so good that they completely overrule any roughness you will encounter.

This coaster has a wicked first drop and provides varying forces throughout. Ever since I thought of this coaster as a bird flying and perching on thi...

This coaster has a wicked first drop and provides varying forces throughout. Ever since I thought of this coaster as a bird flying and perching on things, the brake run hasn’t bothered me at all. However, I still feel like it’s way too short and could try and interact with the environment more. I feel like this is an example of B&M lifelessly throwing elements together and hoping they stick. The courtyard it’s in is absolutely gorgeous though, and I always enjoy walking up to the queue and checking out the theming.

Gemini was an absolute blast to ride and the whirlpool lived up to the hype, what a wacky and unique element. I found the airtime to be substantial an...

Gemini was an absolute blast to ride and the whirlpool lived up to the hype, what a wacky and unique element. I found the airtime to be substantial and the experience to be very smooth, especially for its age. The only problem I had was that it wasn’t racing, and I would love to revisit once they get blue train up and running again.

An absolute classic! Back row gives insane airtime and I love the layout, theming and setting. There’s one part of the back half that will jackhammer ...

An absolute classic! Back row gives insane airtime and I love the layout, theming and setting. There’s one part of the back half that will jackhammer you to oblivion, but besides that, it’s not too rough at all. A beautiful ride that is more than deserving of being an ACE landmark.

An amazing launch coaster with some fun near-miss moments and forceful elements. Thunderbird gave me my favorite coaster memory of all time as I rode ...

An amazing launch coaster with some fun near-miss moments and forceful elements. Thunderbird gave me my favorite coaster memory of all time as I rode it with my childhood friend 10 times in the pouring rain. Given the theming, and the fact it was still operating in the first place during rain, I can never dislike this coaster and it’s still my favorite wing. Back row is insanity.

I want to start this off by saying that the Voyage is an absolute blast. It’s almost like riding two separate coasters cause it’s so long, the first d...

I want to start this off by saying that the Voyage is an absolute blast. It’s almost like riding two separate coasters cause it’s so long, the first drop is unreal, and there’s a plentiful amount of pretty much any element you could ever want. However, I think that this thing has been insanely overhyped, at least the non-Holiwood Nights version. The mid-course brake run is not appreciated, the forces have a bit more to desired, and it doesn’t stand out in terms of smoothness. Theming is non-existent as well which is surprising for a Holiday World coaster. I think the Voyage is tremendous, but not quite at the pinnacle. I’d be very interested to ride it trimless.

The Legend truly exceeded my expectations. Phenomenal from start to finish, there’s no dead points in the ride (especially on back row) and it’s crimi...

The Legend truly exceeded my expectations. Phenomenal from start to finish, there’s no dead points in the ride (especially on back row) and it’s criminally underrated. A little rough but to be expected, and for its age it’s great. Awesome laterals, great first drop, lots of tunnels, a double helix, long ride time, what’s there not to love?

Yet another example of cosmetic theming saving a Disney coaster from being complete garbage. Boring even by kiddie mine train standards, don’t waste y...

Yet another example of cosmetic theming saving a Disney coaster from being complete garbage. Boring even by kiddie mine train standards, don’t waste your time unless you have little kids with you.

Small but mighty. Maverick packs an absolute punch with a phenomenal sense of speed, airtime moments and intense forces. Front row night ride was out ...

Small but mighty. Maverick packs an absolute punch with a phenomenal sense of speed, airtime moments and intense forces. Front row night ride was out of a storybook and is one of my favorite seats in the park. Small trains make the wait time consistently long but in my opinion it’s worth the wait. Strap in and get ready for that second launch, it’s unbelievable.

There is no coaster like The Beast and there never will be. It’s been in the park since ‘79 for a reason. The first half is overhated and provides a g...

There is no coaster like The Beast and there never will be. It’s been in the park since ‘79 for a reason. The first half is overhated and provides a great re-profiled first drop, fun laterals and total isolation and immersion. The double helix is just unreal and it’s my favorite section of any coaster ever. You’re so immersed in the ride that you don’t even notice the lack of airtime, and besides, I think that just further adds to the uniqueness of the coaster. The Beast truly is a unicorn, and everybody knows it is and always has been the king of the park. I’d take ripping through tunnels at 65 mph over simple airtime any day of the week, but to each their own.

Great theming and great potential, but is just too short of a ride time with too long of a wait time for it to really stick out. Very good beginner co...

Great theming and great potential, but is just too short of a ride time with too long of a wait time for it to really stick out. Very good beginner coaster with a decent sense of speed, and the slinky theme helps calm any young nerves that might be riding with you. A very enjoyable time but at the end of the day, it is a kiddie coaster.

Gotta love good ol’ Corkscrew. Back row considerably enhances the ride and makes the first drop very fun. Yes, its trains and restraints are not good ...

Gotta love good ol’ Corkscrew. Back row considerably enhances the ride and makes the first drop very fun. Yes, its trains and restraints are not good and yes, it’s short, but the integration of the corkscrews into the park environment more than makes up it. Both riding and spectating this ride are great due to that integration alone, and provides a very unique experience for both parties. A truly historic, ground-breaking coaster that deserves more respect.

Siren’s Curse is the current smoothest coaster in the park and it has an incredible first drop, theming and pacing. I found the common criticism of ho...

Siren’s Curse is the current smoothest coaster in the park and it has an incredible first drop, theming and pacing. I found the common criticism of how there’s “nothing after the tilt” to be complete bull. I will say that the duration is on the shorter side, and I always want it to be longer at the end, but the quality is still incredible. I doubt it’ll maintain its smoothness as well as rides like Gatekeeper but we can only wait and see.

If it weren’t for the cosmetic layer slapped over this ride, it would be much lower. The definition of a Disney coaster (very boring layout but incred...

If it weren’t for the cosmetic layer slapped over this ride, it would be much lower. The definition of a Disney coaster (very boring layout but incredible theming) and I swear they blow air in your face to simulate going faster. Gotta respect how iconic it is but that’s all I respect about it.

A very lackluster layout but amazing theming make this coaster conflicting to rate. As long as you’re not expecting the next Iron Gwazi while riding t...

A very lackluster layout but amazing theming make this coaster conflicting to rate. As long as you’re not expecting the next Iron Gwazi while riding this, you’ll have fun. Heard you have a good chance of passing a kidney stone on it if you have one which is pretty cool!

I absolutely adore this ride. It’s not every day you see a coaster that opened with the park and is still around to this day. The racing aspect is bey...

I absolutely adore this ride. It’s not every day you see a coaster that opened with the park and is still around to this day. The racing aspect is beyond fun and adds a whole new level of immersion into the coaster… and you actually race which is the best part! The retracking did wonders, I felt more airtime on the bunny hills, and it has become butter smooth for its age. The Racer is an absolute classic that has held up extremely well, and I almost feel bad not giving it a higher rating because I cannot find a substantial criticism to say besides that it’s just not as thrilling as some of the other coasters in the park. Team Red for life.

This is yet another example of a Kings Island ride that isn’t at its full potential. The theming is incredible through the entire ride, but the queue ...

This is yet another example of a Kings Island ride that isn’t at its full potential. The theming is incredible through the entire ride, but the queue needs some love in that regard. The brake run before the indoor section also makes no sense now considering all the effects are gone, so you just awkwardly wait there while flight of the Valkyries plays. I love the launch straight into the double helix at the start and although it’s getting a little rougher, I still think it’s a very underrated piece of the park and deserves more love.

Amazing woodie that beautifully maintains its speed throughout while throwing out pops of airtime and fun banked turns. It’s getting a little more rou...

Amazing woodie that beautifully maintains its speed throughout while throwing out pops of airtime and fun banked turns. It’s getting a little more rough as the years go by but that’s to be expected. My only problem with this coaster is the theming - I love the idea of integrating block zones within the theme but that theme actually has to be worthwhile for it to work more than once. The shed is indeed very lame, especially with how much they emphasize it, but I love the vision. The fact that people’s biggest problem with this ride is the block zone should tell you enough - very solid ride from start to finish.

Invertigo was intense on all of the 5 senses and too forceful for its own good sometimes. The restraints played ping pong with your head for the entir...

Invertigo was intense on all of the 5 senses and too forceful for its own good sometimes. The restraints played ping pong with your head for the entire ride and it was always awkward staring at the strangers across from you the whole time. Probably the roughest ride in the park once Son of Beast bit the dust. Nonetheless, this thing still ripped and provided the most powerful forces in the park, so it deserves some credit for that. That cobra roll was mental. Rest in peace.

Making the trek to this coaster is always worth it. Great sense of speed throughout and the swinging aspect is awesome. You’re also out in an isolated...

Making the trek to this coaster is always worth it. Great sense of speed throughout and the swinging aspect is awesome. You’re also out in an isolated area of the park, which adds to the theming and overall coaster experience. If this beauty was a little longer it would be one of the best coasters in the park.

For a mine train, this thing is great. Amazing theming and good sense of speed through the layout. As for said layout, I’m sorry, but I despise the fa...

For a mine train, this thing is great. Amazing theming and good sense of speed through the layout. As for said layout, I’m sorry, but I despise the fake-out ending. Could you imagine if this thing had a drop after you climb the final lift hill? The potential is off the charts with Adventure Express, but old age and a half-baked layout made sure it wouldn’t reach its full potential.

I like Woodstock. Only positive thing I could think of. Great Pumpkin Coaster has more airtime and somehow Woodstock Express beats you up less. New pa...

I like Woodstock. Only positive thing I could think of. Great Pumpkin Coaster has more airtime and somehow Woodstock Express beats you up less. New paint job looks like it was modeled after Pigpen, which is fitting due to this ride also giving off an aura of stink and filth. If you hate your children, take them on this ride. They’ll be too concussed to act up for the foreseeable future.

Rode this thing when it was the fairly odd coaster and I actually really enjoyed it and still do. Riding it and getting thrown around like a ragdoll i...

Rode this thing when it was the fairly odd coaster and I actually really enjoyed it and still do. Riding it and getting thrown around like a ragdoll is a canon event every little kid should have. Nice little pops of airtime and a long ride experience for a kiddie coaster. Can’t ask for much more except smoothness

A classic first coaster for many including myself. I like how it focuses on airtime as that’s the scariest part to get introduced to, but at the same ...

A classic first coaster for many including myself. I like how it focuses on airtime as that’s the scariest part to get introduced to, but at the same time airtime is a lot more rewarding when the coaster is actually substantial. Classic kiddie coaster that’s given many young parkgoers an enjoyable ride, who are we to hate?

You have to appreciate the absolutely unhinged bucket of bolts that is Magnum XL-200. Yes, it’s old. Yes, it’s jank. Yes, it’s rough. But it’s just so...

You have to appreciate the absolutely unhinged bucket of bolts that is Magnum XL-200. Yes, it’s old. Yes, it’s jank. Yes, it’s rough. But it’s just so much FUN. This thing packs a punch, both literally and metaphorically, and it’s honestly kind of awesome that a coaster this old can provide such an unforgettably fun ride experience. Not sitting in a wheel seat and putting your lap bar up a few clicks helps out with the roughness, especially with the triangles at the end. I love this thing with all my heart and I hope it never gets torn down.

Classic B&M. Incredible first drop, super cool location and great airtime moments (especially in the back row.) I like the rattle because it goes with...

Classic B&M. Incredible first drop, super cool location and great airtime moments (especially in the back row.) I like the rattle because it goes with the theming of the coaster and it’s not too bad, but it’s still there. If this ride didn’t have that brake run it would be a 5.

Firehawk was an absolute blast every time I rode it and I’m very grateful to have ridden a Vekoma Flying Dutchman. The flying aspect of this ride was ...

Firehawk was an absolute blast every time I rode it and I’m very grateful to have ridden a Vekoma Flying Dutchman. The flying aspect of this ride was more than thrilling and provided one of the craziest coaster experiences you could ask for. It had a bit of a rattle, especially in its later years, and that lift hill deafened you, but it absolutely ripped through that packed layout and I was very sad to see it go.

For a kiddie coaster, at the ZOO nonetheless, this little thing is great!! Cute theming and a nice change of pace from your typical zoo day. The opera...

For a kiddie coaster, at the ZOO nonetheless, this little thing is great!! Cute theming and a nice change of pace from your typical zoo day. The operator usually sends you around multiple times, so although it’s a naturally short ride, it ends up being a longer ride time than a lot of kiddie coasters. The longevity of this thing is crazy as well, I’m honestly astounded it’s lasted as long as it has and it deserves some positive recognition. If Kombo had a little bit more intense banking and just one bunny hill, it would be a kiddie coaster for the ages.

Tig’rr feels janky in every aspect, but in a way that adds a lot of charm to it. Very repetitive layout with most of it being dead, but those drops in...

Tig’rr feels janky in every aspect, but in a way that adds a lot of charm to it. Very repetitive layout with most of it being dead, but those drops into the helixes are a ton of fun and worth the ride alone.