So here's a bit of a trip report. I made it out to Kings Island this past weekend to be there for the end of Vortex. With the exception of about a half an hour breakdown on Saturday, she ran beautifully the whole weekend and Sunday provided beautiful weather for the final rides. I took my last ride around 7:30 just after sunset right before she went down for good. I might be in a very small minority, but Vortex was my #1 coaster and I'm really gonna miss it.
The weekend started gloomy as the old Arrow's final days rolled around
I'd really love to have one of these banners
She still looks beautiful, even after all these years
Saturday provided a great opportunity for rides, as the rain kept most people away.
Sunday proved to be a beautiful day, the perfect way to send Vortex off.
This was my last front row ride on that final morning
I'm really gonna miss these views
Still the best drop on an Arrow looper
As the sun began to set her time was running out
It was time for the last ride
As I made my way through the queue I got to watch the last beautiful sunset over Vortex
I might be smiling, but on the inside my heart was heavy knowing this was going to be the last time.
And with that she rode off into the sunset. After the final rides the park played a salute over the lift speakers and it made me tear up just a little bit.
Goodbye, Vortex forever #1 in my heart