This video was definitely up there with some of your best. Even though this mall has been covered substantially by others, you always seem to find something new or unique that I haven't seen before at these places. The neon nightshots were especially awesome. Can't wait to see where you go next Rick!
Cool! I'm wearing my slap bracelet, hot pink leg warmers,and neon green jelly shoes. My hair is big and I am listening to my Walkman. I won't forget my scratch-and-sniff stickers. Totally awesome!!
I live around 15-20 minutes from this mall, and it was always one of my favorite places to go. It was unfortunate to see it decline as it did over the years. Especially over the 2010’s, in which as the years went on the emptier it got. Many, myself included believe the seeds were already planted in 2013 when Mason Asset Management bought the mall. Instead of improving it, they literally drove it to the ground.
So glad we stumbled on this video, my partner is from the area and was so sad about its closing. Now, as time of writing, the mall is nothing but rubble so to find this video after its demolition, and to get a glimpse of my partner’s childhood mall, was so neat. Thanks for the video ❤
@@jeee1074 I actually searched after I watched this video, Gadzooks closed all stores in March of 2005 and that is the neon lights they had. My mind is blown. 2005
That closed off door near the shoe store (which I believe was a Payless shoes) was one of the anchors. My guess is that is where the Sears was. I grew up going to this mall. It's so sad what it's become.
Having been in the mall when it was open, I can confirm you are correct. The Sears was there from the mall’s opening in 1989 until the store closed in early 2018. And you may or not know this by now, but they are now officially demolishing the entire mall. A huge section by that former Sears is gone.
@@RYMAN1321 Yeah I knew about the demolition, I honestly thought it had already happened. I figured that particular anchor would have been the Sears since I heard part of the Sears roof collapsed, so it made sense for that one to be blocked off like it was. Last time I was in that mall was probably 2008, and even then it was pretty empty. It took awhile for it to completely close, but I'm still sad about it.
Very cool mall my guy. I love all the old neon lighting. I wish I could have the neon lights for my new mansion. The Christmas 🎄 house you saw set up was built by exploring with Josh and his friends. Take care Ranger Rick TV 📺.
Sad how it turned dead after a sad ending. Now it’s time for mall to fall. As I can remember there was a Dream Street for a Radio Disney concert at one time I can remember as a middle school kid.
It’s actually now in the process of being demolished. A huge chunk of the mall down by the former Sears is gone. There’s piles of cinderblock and scrap metal on the ground and all. I even have a few videos on my channel of it, and a few other users do too.
Does anyone know what number door is open to get into the mall? I went there yesterday, and they were 2 security patrol cars in the front/back until late. I enjoyed this video
@@RangerRickTV Thanks buddy. I guess thats why the security guard was sitting right in front. The other was in the back. every 20-25 minutes, he goes around for few and comes back. Again thank you
Dude, I'd love to hit ya up if you're near the Cincinnati area. We've got a mall locally that is unreal. I might not have the cool equipment you have, but I'd love to just join for the experience 👊
Thanks for another awesome vid. Might be better to explore separately from other explorers. The banter from the other folks is ok for a change up, but dude was making some annoying comments. Was that his girlfriend or just awkwardly trying to make conversation?
6:47 I've always wondered what hat is a liminal space???? what does that mean, I always hear that on these types of videos???? What hats were in this mall when you said that??? I didn't see any
😐 Have you ever found a talking Gary Coleman doll at any of these abandoned 80s malls? One of those dolls where you pull it's string and Gary shouts "WHACHOO TALKIN BOUT WILLIS?".
@@RangerRickTV 😳 👉📄One day you'll find the ultimate document inside an abandoned 80s mall. The "Misgendered Pac Man document" The one that proves Ms. Pac Man was really just Pac Man with a bow on his head.
A bunch of these videos all go on about Bonton and say it's "one of the usual anchors" I think that's a regional chain in the Northeast and Northern Midwest cause I've literally NEVER seen a Bonton's anywhere South of Illinois.
@@RangerRickTV Figured as much. Cause I'd seen some when I was up in Illinois but I've mostly lived in the South and never seen a one till I went North of Kentucky.
This video was definitely up there with some of your best. Even though this mall has been covered substantially by others, you always seem to find something new or unique that I haven't seen before at these places. The neon nightshots were especially awesome. Can't wait to see where you go next Rick!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I am so offended by this video that there was nothing offensive about it.
Then why you say you were offended when there was nothing offensive about it?
@@lalisa_manobal376 whoosh
@@lalisa_manobal376do you not know what sarcasm is
I'm trying to figure what's so offensive about this video anyway. Still haven't watched the whole thing yet
Cool! I'm wearing my slap bracelet, hot pink leg warmers,and neon green jelly shoes. My hair is big and I am listening to my Walkman. I won't forget my scratch-and-sniff stickers. Totally awesome!!
bring some gushers and squeeze-its too!
I live around 15-20 minutes from this mall, and it was always one of my favorite places to go.
It was unfortunate to see it decline as it did over the years. Especially over the 2010’s, in which as the years went on the emptier it got.
Many, myself included believe the seeds were already planted in 2013 when Mason Asset Management bought the mall. Instead of improving it, they literally drove it to the ground.
*Update*
As of February 2024 the mall has been fenced off and is finally in the process of being demolished
You did such a good job man …the way you edit these videos just bring out the Beauty in these places
Glad you enjoy it!
So glad we stumbled on this video, my partner is from the area and was so sad about its closing. Now, as time of writing, the mall is nothing but rubble so to find this video after its demolition, and to get a glimpse of my partner’s childhood mall, was so neat. Thanks for the video ❤
Thank for capturing this! My childhood right there! The Mall is gone now😢
The store with the red, teal and blue neon lights looks like Gadzooks even though I think they closed all stores in early 2000's. Nice video.
Exactly what I thought. They didn't quite make it once they got rid of their skater kids and men's departments.
@@jeee1074 I actually searched after I watched this video, Gadzooks closed all stores in March of 2005 and that is the neon lights they had. My mind is blown. 2005
Thanks for sharing
How the hell are those lights still on from 2005?
The Gadzooks became a Spencer’s and then that closed in 2015.
That closed off door near the shoe store (which I believe was a Payless shoes) was one of the anchors. My guess is that is where the Sears was.
I grew up going to this mall. It's so sad what it's become.
Having been in the mall when it was open, I can confirm you are correct.
The Sears was there from the mall’s opening in 1989 until the store closed in early 2018.
And you may or not know this by now, but they are now officially demolishing the entire mall. A huge section by that former Sears is gone.
@@RYMAN1321 Yeah I knew about the demolition, I honestly thought it had already happened.
I figured that particular anchor would have been the Sears since I heard part of the Sears roof collapsed, so it made sense for that one to be blocked off like it was.
Last time I was in that mall was probably 2008, and even then it was pretty empty. It took awhile for it to completely close, but I'm still sad about it.
Gee yet another warehouse. How exciting. That was a cool mall. I love the neon.
Amazing as always my dude!! You crack me up! 😂
Glad you enjoyed!
5:22 sweet, free puddle of mudd CD. Haha this is a trip.
Very cool mall my guy. I love all the old neon lighting. I wish I could have the neon lights for my new mansion. The Christmas 🎄 house you saw set up was built by exploring with Josh and his friends. Take care Ranger Rick TV 📺.
Sad how it turned dead after a sad ending. Now it’s time for mall to fall. As I can remember there was a Dream Street for a Radio Disney concert at one time I can remember as a middle school kid.
When you said that might be jacey penny with the face it was actually sears. That was closed off because of the roof collapse.
You have been hitting up some really noteworthy malls lately. I am really enjoying the new content!
More to come! I have a bunch more malls coming. Ones that have never been on youtube yet.
I heard it was just demolished glad we went when did 😢😢
Oh no kidding. I wish I would have gotten footage of that .
It’s actually now in the process of being demolished. A huge chunk of the mall down by the former Sears is gone. There’s piles of cinderblock and scrap metal on the ground and all.
I even have a few videos on my channel of it, and a few other users do too.
Does anyone know what number door is open to get into the mall? I went there yesterday, and they were 2 security patrol cars in the front/back until late. I enjoyed this video
Try one of the metal doors in front side.
@@RangerRickTV Thanks buddy. I guess thats why the security guard was sitting right in front. The other was in the back. every 20-25 minutes, he goes around for few and comes back. Again thank you
@@kandaharialak8962same status today…
@@RangerRickTVI went today same issue lol. I’m gonna try again.
Sears roof collapsed in on it self😢
Just visited this place today and could not find a way in! Security cars were planted outside. Props to you for this, great vid.
The store with the neon and the changing rooms looks like Gadzooks.
Good video.
Dude, I'd love to hit ya up if you're near the Cincinnati area.
We've got a mall locally that is unreal. I might not have the cool equipment you have, but I'd love to just join for the experience 👊
Did you have to get permission to enter? If so who did you get in contact with? I've been trying to get permission to enter there for awhile now.
I just walked in no permission needed. door was wide open when I went.
I used to smoke meth here a few months ago until a security officer caught me :(
Nice!
Great vid! How did you get inside?
Door was open so we went in.
2019? Did they abandon the mall during covid?
Thanks for another awesome vid. Might be better to explore separately from other explorers. The banter from the other folks is ok for a change up, but dude was making some annoying comments. Was that his girlfriend or just awkwardly trying to make conversation?
lollll
I'm definitely looking forward to this one. Thanks Ranger Rick.
yoooo!
What's up buddy?
*In Response To Your Question Regarding Store with Red, Blue, Teal Neon*
I believe it to be a
Gadzooks 8:19
Ahhh makes sense.
Hey do u know what door it is to enter??😊
why do so many closed malls have power running to them????? also so many homes who residents cant pay for power get it shut off?
Very good question dog.
6:47 I've always wondered what hat is a liminal space???? what does that mean, I always hear that on these types of videos???? What hats were in this mall when you said that??? I didn't see any
Taking abandoned mall stuff from the is illegal?
Night is extremely creepy
😐 Have you ever found a talking Gary Coleman doll at any of these abandoned 80s malls? One of those dolls where you pull it's string and Gary shouts "WHACHOO TALKIN BOUT WILLIS?".
I have not but I've seen commercials of it.
@@RangerRickTV 😳 👉📄One day you'll find the ultimate document inside an abandoned 80s mall. The "Misgendered Pac Man document" The one that proves Ms. Pac Man was really just Pac Man with a bow on his head.
Rick you should film the abandoned Melanium hotel in st louis please
Got you covered dog 👋
Pretty sure that was just Old Navy
A bunch of these videos all go on about Bonton and say it's "one of the usual anchors" I think that's a regional chain in the Northeast and Northern Midwest cause I've literally NEVER seen a Bonton's anywhere South of Illinois.
Neither in the south.
@@RangerRickTV Figured as much. Cause I'd seen some when I was up in Illinois but I've mostly lived in the South and never seen a one till I went North of Kentucky.
What’s with the mask on his face?
That's his character 😀
Damn where's Dan bell when you need him lol
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Maybe fye
There was an FYE in the mall, yes.
It was that big store down by Sears.
Sorry im very late.
It's an empty mall. Why are you whispering?
Ghost 👻