Kings Island closes ‘Sling Shot’ ride permanently

MASON — One of Kings Island’s rides is closed for good, the amusement park announced on Friday.

Spokesperson Chad Showalter said the park has retired the “Sling Shot” for future plans, our news partners at WCPO reported.

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Before Kings Island removed the ride from its website, it described the Sling Shot as “a two-person capsule that is attached to steel cables and propels riders into the air,” according to WCPO.

The ride was one of two paid attractions that required separate admission. The other ride, the Xtreme Skyflyer, is still available.

The Sling Shot is still available at Cedar Point, according to its website.