Thrill-seekers, get ready to splash and dash at Kings Island's Soak City, as the park has officially begun construction on what promises to be a wet and wild new addition to the famous water park. A recent video from the park's official social media channels showed crews hard at work laying the groundwork for RiverRacers, a new water coaster set to make a splash in the upcoming season.
As reported by My FOX28 Columbus, this cutting-edge ride is designed to pit contestants against each other in a side-by-side race to the finish line, all the while reaching heart-thumping speeds of up to 30 miles an hour, sure this is all while being liberally soaked by powerful water jets, which Can't be anything but a complete delight on those scorching summer days.
ABC6 news noted that seven new water slides tailor-made for kids are added to the tyke-friendly Soak City overhaul. These additions, nestled in the aptly themed Splash River Junction, promise to add more splash to the little ones' playtime while giving families yet another reason to visit.
While details on RiverRacers are currently trickling in, enthusiasm is quickly reaching flood stage among the park’s fans. With LOCAL12 reporting on the project, it’s clear that Kings Island is dead set on making next year's season a memorable one for visitors brave enough to take on the new aquatic challenger. If courage is your middle name, make sure to keep your swim trunks at the ready for RiverRacers because it's sure to offer thrills, chills, and plenty of aquatic spills.
