Guests who don't meet the designated height will not be able to go on the ride. I weigh 325lbs. The only ride you might have problems with it Flight of Passage. Please help if you can! If you are concerned about not fitting in the seat or being too heavy for the ride, you can try the test seat outside of the ride itself or ask a Disney Cast Member for assistance. I am fat but I have a lot of muscle on me too. Im pretty sure its the same coaster which was called Dueling Dragons. I went on the avatar flight of passage ride and got the the front and was not able to get one. As I walked away dowm the stair trying not to cry. Almost all stomach. Thought I was going to have to do the walk of shame, but the cast member was able to get the back piece pushed up into the locking position. Getting in and out can be a little tricky. You may be just fine I attemped to ride yesterday, 6/4/17, and didnt fit. Until now. I must say however, I DID NOT fit in on The Forbidden Journey in Harry Potter Universal. I have not heard any reports of anyone having problems with the shoulder harness not locking. Finding these comments and suggestions has been extremely helpful and helped calm my anxiety about it all! I have been able to ride every other ride at Disney. I noticed they have a handicapped entrance right next to the turnstile. If you want to enjoy the nostalgia of the classic carousel but dont feel comfortable on the horse, feel free to take a nanny bench. We are traveling to Disney in April and my husband and his friend are both linemen on a semi pro football team. You say your husband doesnt have any mobility problems everything should be fine. A couple might be uncomfortable, but you will be able to get on. Im 54 and 353 pounds. Anyone able to weigh in on Avatars rides yet? Im not quite sure what you are asking, but all the Disney Parks are very Pooh friendly. Knees a bit cramped sit in middle of boat if possible. Im going in November with my husband and two young children and am embarrassed that I havent done anything to lose weight and get in better shape. You should be able to access all the rides as long as mobility is not a problem. Im 6 and about 310 pounds. I can get myself into and out of any ride at other parks (Im luckily young and healthy). No judgers!!! Anyone used one recently? There are minimum height requirements on some of the thrill rides, which means your toddler will not be able to go on them. I can tell you that my oldest daughter and I were asked to leave ride because the back brace would only click twice. I dont think youll see any real problems with any of the restraints. He didnt even bother waiting in line with us on that one. There are no weight limits on any of the attractions. I am 6.3 385 and I carry most of my weight in my gut and thighs. If you can't get through the front gate turnstiles, don't panic. Is this the only ride that maybe a difficult one or are there others that you may think would be a challenge with a knee replacement? I just got back from Disney with my 6 year old daughter and 6 7 350 lb husband. Its just my kid and I and I dont wanna ruin her funplus I love harry potter more than her also we arent riding the train ? Jeremiah above just had a good experience and hes close to your husbands size. Ever since that walk of shame, Ive avoided roller coasters like the plague. (he has never been to Disney by the way)Would he be comfortable and fit well? A little disappointed that after hours of waiting in line (yes we did have +FP) we were not able to enjoy this ride. At 61 and 340lbs Im wondering if I can do things in Toy Story Land and all of the classic small rides that he will be interested in. So Im 23 and Im 55 weigh 485 and i want to take my fiancee to walt disney world but Im afraid that i wont fit at amy of the rides and not enjoy our mini vacation. I am a bigger woman. These rockets are beyond cramped and you wont have the legroom to be comfortable. Plenty of room in Test Track in the back. Hey all. Disney rides are very accommodating for larger people. I am going to Disney world in a few weeks. Youll be just fine. Ambo, there is a test banshee outside of the ride you can get on to check. I fit on soarin in December but want to try Kali and tower of terror in sept. Not planning a trip to Disney world, not sure why I ended up herebut the helpful and fun advice on your page makes me feel much better about the human race and the internet. I am Pooh sized (265 @ 57) but have zero mobility issues. Can any anyone comment if he will have trouble riding any rides ? In this post, I'll take a closer look at Disney World weight limits and the types of seats and restraints used on different rides. I tested out the test seat and the attendant said it was close so I could try. When you are visiting, you will see people from all walks of life and of all sizes. Disney Cast Members have been trained in advance. What Other Night-Time Events Could Avengers: Power the Night Inspire at Disneyland Paris? Barely fit into space mountain. Everything at the parks was built for comfort and to ensure accessibility for anyone who enters through the theme park gates. Im a very pooh sized guy. I really worry about embarrassing myself and the people Im with. only other issue was navigating out of space mountain but I managed 4 times . Until now. I have been told Im a very large man. Im still a little worried but Im hoping itll work out! The only rides that have turnstiles (that I can remember) are Carousel of Progress, the railroad at Magic Kingdom (NOT Big Thunder Mountain Railroad), the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover, and the Liberty Belle riverboat. Any thoughts on me fitting? The lap bars on Expedition Everest and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad can adjust to anyone. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. Bay Slide - must be under 5' tall to ride. Bugs Land Rides: Most rides are a tough squeeze in some form. Disneyland here we come.. Im am nervous about the rides as most other theme parks it is hard to fit into the coasters. They should have known better. I am 250-270ish not real sureand 52-54 my tummy isnt that bigbut I have big thighs and butt Should I try to lose 20-50/60 pounds before we go June 1&2nd? Flight of Passage in Animal Kingdom might not work if you have big calves. The only ride I have ever had an issue with at Disney World is Flight of Passage. Just got back from 5 days in Disney with my family. If you are looking for height requirements on Disney rides be sure to check out this article from magicguides.com. Much better than those other theme parks. What if I Can't Get Through the Front Gate Turnstiles? Rode Thunder Mountain again with my niece and the lap bar came down enough to restrain her and was comfortable for me, the only slight discomfort I had was with Mission Space as I have wide shoulders and the over head harness was a little snug on my shoulders but it wasnt bad and Im definitely riding it again!!!!. Will i have any problem? Buy just in case it does! I just wanted to share my Disney experience as a Pooh-sized person. One concern that many people have is if the Skyliner cable will snap due to their large size. Not sure where to turn to for advice? If you are worried about your weight at Disney, seriously, DONT be! I am 58 and 310 lbs and Flight of the Avatar is like sitting on a motorcycle seat. I too am a pooh and unlike theme parks in other countries, Disney does not discriminate against size so you can enjoy the park too. Ive never heard of Disney turning anyone away from any ride except if you arent tall enough to ride. Concerned about how well youll fit into certain attractions during your next Disney vacation? Kali River Rapids - Guests must be 38 inches or taller. Thank you for putting my mind at ease. Planning our first trip w/ our 2, 4 and 6 year old sons Im even more excited to experience this with them and have so much peace knowing that I will be able to actually EXPERIENCE. Are they available? Disney is not going to turn you away. Thank you so much for posting this. Their services are 100% FREE to you! ), you can fit easily into this one. It will be slightly uncomfortable, but not terrible. Me and my family are going to Disney World for the first time this year. Or all the thrill rides, for that matter? In other words, it isnt about the number of people onboard the gondola, it is about the total weight that is being carried. If you are big like me, try to sit in an aisle seat. Im not quite sure what else I can say. Everything was comfortable. I couldnt fit int he test seat, but my wife did. He carries in his belly. One less accommodating (but still mostly doable) ride with this kind of restraint system is the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. Has anyone had a problem on mission: space? There arent many. As is the case with any test seat, it is not there to disqualify you from getting on the ride. The same thing still applies. Your comfort is important, so you may want to test this seat in advance. Some rides have long hikes just to get to them and may be on an incline; step aside and let others go if you need to. We are leaving this weekend for a week long vacation at Disney and I have been concerned that I wouldnt be able to fit on some of the rides. Will I be able to ride the rides and have fun? I spent the last few months reading this post, and thought Id share. I also visited both parks of Universal Studios this time. For example,if you can sit on your floor at home and get up without alot of trouble you will be able to get off of Space Mountain. There have been lots of grumblings about the small seats on the Mine Train. Thank you all in advance. I got on all the rides we had fast passes for lol (meaning the lines were too long of a wait for my son). She rode, I did not. For Flight of Passage its (typically) all about the calves. without any problem at all & it was an amazing trip! If you have good mobility youll be able to ride pretty much all the rides. Space Mountain is a big step down, but plenty roomy. I was a little disheartened, but the ride attendants were so polite about it, and hooked us up with extra Fastpasses. Waist is 50. Ive never been to Disney World and really want to go but Id be afraid of the investment if I have to ride alone. And thank you so much for this commentary! They smoosh you in there. It was oct. n might get cool. Other shared restraints are more like seatbelts (Dumbo the Flying Elephant) so they conform to your specific size and shape. What is the Best Disney World Park for Adults? I dont think so. Walt Disney World Resort does its best to include all riders of all sizes, even providing options when a plus-sized visitor wants to join in the fun. Its just hard work. Guests of all shapes and sizes can be found vacationing at Walt Disney World Resort. A lap bar tight on my big belly will not even touch her, but I really want to get on these rides. The vehicle is very similar to the Haunted Mansion vehicle, except you actually pull down this lap bar according to your own size. IT. First off let me say great article, I dont think Ive come across something like this for any other park. Another guy a few seats down had the same problem and he had to exit too. My experience has been that I have had no trouble on lap restraint rides, as I'm heaviest in my . Splash Mountain: no issue at all, I easily fit into a seat by myself. How Many People Go to Disney World a Day? Sadly, Im not able to fit on most rides at most theme parks, especially rollercoasters. Dont worry too much about avatar flight of passage. But other than that you should be able to ride all the rides. We have ridden every other ride in the parks without a problem. My family will be visiting Disney World in October. All Rights Reserved. My 28 year old son Suggested a scooter when we arrived after seeing how I struggled through the airports and the resort by the end of the first day and that was just from traveling. Matterhorn: The newer cars are very difficult for a large person with big legs to fit in and to get in and out of. I dont know, but from what I hear, good luck. If that is true, a larger individual could fit comfortably in those seats. If you are anxious, worried, embarrassed, or any other negative emotion about the attractions in Disney, you can safely stick to this list and have the most magical vacation ever! Mission Space: No problems at all! Splash mountain lap bar a bit snug and knees were hitting. Unfortunately, my jumbo thighs and calves kept the ride leg restraint from locking in. As we add ride descriptions to the website, we'll try to make note of those ride cars that may pose a challenge to people of size. Would You Want QUEEN To Replace Aerosmith On Rock 'n' Rollercoaster At Disney's Hollywood Studios? Other than that I was good on every other ride. I cant think of another ride that will be a problem. My husband is 62, 63 and weighs about 320 so I guess hes baloo- sized? I am very concerned about looks and have had extreme anxiety for most of my life, so this happening at the park with my group would be absolutely mortifying. My daughter and I are planning a trip in 2018 (Octoberish). Would there be any rides that I may not fit in? Another option is to choose a ride that offers bench seats. Hi! 2 years later, Im going again with my friend in a week, and once again, Im researching like crazy because I have definitely gained some weight since then. Then you can work up to a Peter Pans Flight which stops the ride to load people with mobility issues. Universal is not known to be friendly to Pooh sized people. You will be able to experience at least 1 ride. Jun 27, 2017. Im going to Disney World in July Im 511 440. You think I will be ok? Thank you all for your comments. I am a big guy 510 345 pds waist 48in. If I had an arm around them would that be enough to secure them? See Our Before-and-After Layouts and Vote. Was afraid I wasnt going to be able to go on any rides. Can you clarify what you mean by pooh sized? Space Mountain: I was worried about this one. I have never been to any of Disney. I was especially sad because I can ride everything else at Disney comfortably. I want my daughter and I to have fun! All the Toy Story Land rides are very Pooh Sized friendly. I just learned that splash mountain logs now have lap bars. My boyfriend and I are going to WDW in October and were both pooh size at 53 and 510 both weighing between 230-300lbs. Losing the weight is always a good idea. I am 510 and about 280. After reading a couple of the comments from some xl poohs, I feel better, so thank you for that!! 6ft. Yes, you should be able to ride everything including the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. Im 6 1, and around 360 pounds, I know youve answered this question a lot but I just need to be sure, do I have anything to worry about (other than the rides that were mentioned above)? Im reading horror stories of people being asked to leave due to not being able to be secured in the seat. Splash is no problem. But I also avoided rides I thought I would have trouble. Hi, Grandpa and I are headed to WDW this summer and Im concerned that we (mostly Me) may not be able to ride some of the rides, at least not together. Once I told my husband the strategies we used and how I already pretty much picked out which rides to do we shouldnt have any problems and he felt a lot better about it but on splash mountain do you think they would let us have a log with just the two of us? I would just like to say thank you so much for this page! But from what I hear its not Pooh friendly at all. I am a 55 woman weighing approx 265 lbs. I had a knee replacement and I am worried about getting out of space mountain. Essentially, if you are a plus-sized individual, or if you are traveling with someone that may be concerned about fitting onto a Disney ride, there are options available. Jake, dont worry, youll be able to ride all the rides as long as you can get on them. My boyfriend and I were able to ride The Little Mermaid Ride and Pirates of the Caribbean fine, but those are so different then a roller coaster. My husband and I are planning to go to Disney World next year. Im 52 and 260lbs. Thanks and very helpful site. Im 65 325 and I think my height and thick chest was the reason for not fitting. Generally, sizes in most stores on the Disneyland Resort only go up to XL or possibly XXL or 3XL if you're lucky. I'm more than just fluffy. So no issues there. I fit on every ride I tried to get on including Expedition Everest and Mission Space. Im extremely anxious about having to do the walk of shame so I would rather not have to. i am also pooh sized. The fine folks at Disney want everyone to have a good time at the park. They can all be hard to get out of. West Coaster here. Also some some tall and large people and those with big calfs do experience some problems on Flight of Passage in Animal Kingdom. To make the ride vehicle more immersive and believable that you are riding a motorcycle, Imagineers made the restraint system very restrictive and compact. You may have seen it all over Instagram: Some people cant fit on the Tron ride. A fluffy rider may be turned away only if they are unable to secure their restraint system. Should we plan on putting them together with me riding alone in the row behind them? These are available on most of the rides when size may be a problem. Would he have problems or are there rides that could accommodate him? My 11 year old son will be with me and could may help me a little to get our but not to sure how much. Yes, the Peter Pan Ride is very Pooh friendly. Primeval Whirl - Guests must be 48 inches or taller. Quit worrying and just have fun planning and doing everything. Granted, this was before Seven Dwarfs Mine Train was constructed, so I cant speak for that ride. link to What Are The Cheapest Times To Go To Disney In 2023. We were at Animal Kingdom at 6:30am the morning Pandora opened. I am a 57, 305 pound male with most of my weight in my belly and my behind. Good luck everyone and dont stop trying to fit in!! This year is my friends 40th birthday, and shes chosen to go to Disney. If you have motion sickness, or if you are pregnant, you should not ride the Avatar Flight of Passage. There are only a couple of rides that might be a problem. Have fun and dont worry so much. A travel agent is an essential resource when planning a vacation. Do you think all the rest of the rides I will be ok with? Hi! Its a pull down restraint but it wouldnt come down over my chest. I am 5 ft and 300 lbs and although I went to Disney once never tried a ride as I was too embarrassed that I wouldnt fit. Some were a little snug, but I have always been able to enjoy the rides. What a relief to find a place where someone can be honest about themselves without apology. The style of the seats on this attraction are hollowed out slightly, and the width of the lower part of the lap-bar that goes on the outside of the guests thighs is a bit narrow. As Disney is generally very size-inclusive, the level or comfort or ability to ride will always go back to where one's weight is distributed. Im headed to Disney Easter week. Try talking to Guest Services at the parks and they will point you in the right direction. This ride is so tight that an adult of ANY size is going to feel a pinch and squeeze. For long legsaka not fitting at universal.. My thighs are pretty big (really big actually) and Ive never had a problem on any of the rides. Disney's pricing for a single stroller rental fee is currently $15 daily or $13 for a multi-day (Length of Stay) option. Carousel of Progress: I had heard that these seats were notoriously bad for Pooh-sized people, but I had no problem with the seats. Will the size disparity be a problem. This is so nerve racking for me.. Lets all make some special memories! You will have an amazing time! I am 511 400 lbs couldnt ride the avatar ride after waiting all that time make sure you try the test seat before you wait in that line. im taking my string bean 4 year old daughter im concerned that the lap bars will not secure her on the rides shes 44 inches and loves thrill so im sure shell want to ride all the rides she can. I like my shirts bigger to hide the weight. The test seats are conveniently located outside of the ride itself. Fantasyland Queues: Most Fantasyland queues are pretty tight and have the old style line turnstile which can be quite difficult to go past. If you dont have a big belly you should be alright. Mickey Waffles in Disney World: EVERY SINGLE Place to Find Them! Nice wide areas, the only problem is stepping in and out. Copyright WDW Vacation Tips 2023WDW Vacation Tips is an unofficial fan site and not affiliated with The Walt Disney Company. I am a 57 and 280 pound woman. The over the shoulder fit everyone. Do any of the rides at Disney have seat belts and did anyone need extenders? I am also a independent Pro wrestler for a hobby. For Walt Disney World dining, please book your reservation online. We didnt have fast passes for avatar and werent waiting 4 hours to ride it! I am also partially handicapped and am in a wheelchair (not due to the weight, but other medical reasons which thus caused the weight gain). Thanks for the infoGreat site!!! Will I have problems fitting in Flights of Passage. Ive only been to California Adventure once, but I dont remember any rides you might have a problem on. There are quite a few rides that require seat belts.
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