Son of Beast Isn’t Coming Back — So Why Can’t Fans Let It Go?

Podcast: Tower Topics · Tower Topics

Opublikowano: 2026-10-14

Son of Beast remains one of the most talked-about defunct roller coasters in Kings Island history, but does it deserve the nostalgia? Ryan Suhr and Don Helbig revisit the legendary wooden hypercoaster, exploring its record-breaking height, original vertical loop, rough ride experience, operational problems, and eventual closure. We also discuss why younger coaster enthusiasts want Son of Beast to return, whether RMC could have saved it, and if Kings Island should ever bring back the iconic name. Is Son of Beast a forgotten masterpiece or a coaster best left in the past? Online Store: http://store.towertopics...