i really needed help. I am going with my 5 yr old son in two weeks, Do you think I will have any problem with my height + weight? The other comments here are comforting, but my biggest concern is that most of my weight is in my belly (thanks in part to my two kids), so do you think lap bars will click closed over my belly? If a bar stops at my belly it wont be secure for them. Im a female with a large mid section 510 and 385 pounds. I have 2 and Mrs. The Disney Skyliner doors are approximately 30 inches wide. I am 58, 270 and I will probably be doing most of the rides with my daughter (about 4ft, 75 lbs) Im worried that the restraints wont fit her securely due to my larger size. I would start with something easy like the Great Movie Ride or the Universe of Energy. Hes 65 and built like a mac truck, wide shoulders, wide everything, really, but biggest around the middle. In some cases, a ride may seat multiple guests but they dont necessarily have to have more than one guest in the compartment. Do you think Ill fit on rides like Space Mountain and Mission Space? But, then again I and 56 340lbs. I went to Disney last month and my experience is below. What is the Best Disney World Park for Adults? Primeval Whirl - Guests must be 48 inches or taller. Flight of Passage in Animal Kingdom might not work if you have big calves. (Rides that have bars that serve as a restraint). Im not quite sure what else I can say. It is very Pooh and Piglet friendly (for the most part). Not sure why they still have a turnstyle there. Otherwise the boat might list to the side a bit. It was the darn turnstile at the entrance of the ride that gave me problems! If I would of took that off I probably would of fit. West Coaster here. I leave for Disney World in two weeks and I have been having so much anxiety about fitting into rides. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. Have a great time and dont worry you have the information you need . Yes, I know I am unhealthy and need to treat my body better but I also earned this trip to WDW by working my butt off (not literally of course. Typically the belts are long enough, but if they arent there are extenders available. Here you leave today and enter the world of yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy. Walt Disney, Policies | Contact Us | Our Family. Hell be fine. Peace of mind when you are vacationing is a wonderful thing, especially when you are spending all this money. 10 Delicious Spots for the Best Breakfast at Disney Springs! Hi all.. a lot of these comments help. Of course, not every ride at Walt Disney World Resort is going to have a test seat available. Yes, you should be able to ride everything including the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. Any ride a 2 year-old can go on isnt going to be a problem for a Pooh sized person. You may have seen it all over Instagram: Some people cant fit on the Tron ride. That is a lot of money being spent at Disney for you not to take size into account when building/planning rides. Thanks! Im worried about TT, Dinosaur, ToT, Soarin, BTM, and Haunted Mansion because 1. At a maximum, it can fit 10 people but if you are a larger individual, they can adjust the number of people that fit into a gondola. We rode everything that is currently open except Avatar and the kiddie rides in Magic Kingdom. Astro Orbiter: This one was a bit awkward climbing in and out of, but I managed just fine. I am going to Disney World next month. Although this is not exactly our favorite way of wording it, it is one of the more common questions we receive about Disney rides. My weight is pretty much evenly distributed. Im pooh sized myself and currently ride swap with my husband as we have a 2 year old who cant do most of the rides the big kids want. Im 56 and 290 lbs. Expedition Everest is a great ride, but the seats have high sides on both sides that creates a hip pinching point. I love Disney. Space Mountain can be difficult for anyone with mobility problems. Friend is 400 and 53. For Walt Disney World dining, please book your reservation online. This is nothing to be concerned about. Lapbelt plenty of room. Youll be just fine. Disney rides are very accommodating for larger people. Everything was comfortable. Would be tough for large hips/legs. Other than that I was good on every other ride. We currently have a fast pass for it, but Im wondering if we should switch it to something else. Make sure youre up to date on the latest Disney Parks Disability Access Service Card. The fact that there are no weight limits does not mean that you will always be as comfortable as possible on the rides. That about sums it up! Since the bench seats have no armrests, it is also possible to seat larger people without crowding them into a single row. I am 5.7 and 378lbs. If the cast member can push the restraint close, youll hear it snap to lock in place, and then you are good to go! Although, I do think that they need to design virtual experiences for those who cant ride for whatever reason, weight, prosthetic, or simply not tall enough. The only one Id be wary on is Big Thunder Mountain which uses a shared lap bar but in a very deep ride vehicle but in that case just wrap your arm around your daughter and hold on tight if it gives you better peace of mind! Its been 25 years since Ive been over there. Disney all the way! Most of the popular rides are very Pooh people friendly. hey guys big dad from the uk here spprox 350lbs 57 know alot of the rides i can do just worried about the seat belts on kali river rapids 52 inch waist and 56inch chest. There are no weight restrictions for any rides, including Tron, at Walt Disney World theme parks. Can You Be Too Big to Ride the Disney Skyliner? Universal is not known to be friendly to Pooh sized people. This trip was too important and too expensive for me not to at least try. I know seven dwarves might be a no go. 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. I hope you dont take this the wrong way, but you are Pooh (as in Winnie the Pooh) sized. This trip really shown new light on my health and my size. This year will visit animal kingdom and EPCOT. The Chairlift at Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park is the only attraction at either of the two water parks with a weight limit. am 510 360 i carry most of my weight in my thighs and butt, not to big in the stomach, with very broad shoulders. i have read the other comments and noticed i am much bigger than most on here. I will even raise my pinky while I sip!! He fit into all of the Disney World rides. Ive read comments on here that really ease my fears about being a large person (57, 330 lb)but I also am wondering how it is that so many of the rides fit so many people of varying sizes? 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. Was able to ride every ride in every Disney park except one. Disney is not going to turn you away. Im about 57 or 58, about 310 pounds, and I think my pant size is somewhere in the 52-54 range (I dont wear jeans anymore because of the bulge in my belly). Has anyone had a problem on mission: space? Their services are 100% FREE to you! Again, thank you! Disney Junior Live: Have to sit on floor. Great information on the site. Should EPCOT's New Night-time Spectacular Utilize Drones? Friends went on and they said it was tight. Im am nervous about the rides as most other theme parks it is hard to fit into the coasters. Flight of Passage was a mistake, I was able to fit but boy did it give me vertigo! Its one ride my daughter wants to ride with hubby. These seats can accommodate anywhere from two to ten guests and have no arm rests to get in the way of larger guests. Do any of the rides at Disney have seat belts and did anyone need extenders? One less accommodating (but still mostly doable) ride with this kind of restraint system is the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. So they dont require extra compaction and strapping down so its easier to fit when you are a bigger person. Lets all make some special memories! Im 53 and weigh 370lbs I have large upper arms would there be any rides for me? I was using this page as a reference for my Disney trip this past week. Then you can work up to a Peter Pans Flight which stops the ride to load people with mobility issues. If you were on the same row, you can always use the mom bar (mom throwing an arm over the kid) if its needed, but its not really needed. So I have booked a week at the parks for me my son and my wife!!! I am a 57 and 280 pound woman. Good luck and enjoy my children told me it was great. Thanks! But to ease your worries we will go through and list the rides that might be uncomfortable for some, and what to do about it! I am going to Disney tomorrow I will give an update but Disney really does have overweight people in mind when it comes to rides. Im taking two string bean little boys and Im concerned about the lap bar on Splash Mountain. But for adult guests, there's nothing to . Star Tours/ Radiator Springs Racers/ Soarin/ Other seat belt rides: I pull the seat belt out before being seated. Guests who don't meet the designated height will not be able to go on the ride. The only ride that you might want to skip is the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. There are lots of reports that bigger people dont fit on the rides over there. We went to Silver Dollar City yesterday mostly for the new Time Traveler coaster. As we know there may not be TONS to get on Are their any specific parks like either Universal or Walt Disney or EPCOT that may have the Best options for us Pooh sized folks?! He is hefty, 56 and around 375. . It's always nice to see a fellow Jersey Girl - thanks for your question. The last time my family went to EPCOT, we took my 86 year old disabled grandmother. Disney is a very inclusive company, so most of the rides are very non-restrictive, but for some tighter rides with unusual ride vehicles like Tron and Avatar Flight of Passage. Nope. Im concerned about the lap bar and seat on space mountain. Im not worried about getting into and out of rides, just getting lap bars to close on roller coasters and such. I like my shirts bigger to hide the weight. I believe that Haunted Mansion is the best ride in all of the Disney Parks, and I am fervently in team Happily Ever After for fireworks spectaculars, (sorry, not sorry, Enchanted). Aside from that minor surprise at the Haunted Mansion, I had no problems. Expedition Everest is still quite accommodating even for guests with extra weight on their hips and thighs. and he absolutely loves floating through that attraction. Hi! Mickey Waffles in Disney World: EVERY SINGLE Place to Find Them! Mrs. 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.. I couldnt fit int he test seat, but my wife did. The only problem will come if you have mobility problems and cant climb up and down. Yes, 5ft 11 340 and 6ft 1 380. Who cares if you have to get off the ride or have to rent a scooter. The short answer is no, but it's slightly more complicated than that. I remember I got sneak peak of Pandora before open to public bc I was working for Disney at the time. 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. Im so happy I found this blog, because Im 55 weighing in around 260 and I have had to take that dreaded walk of shame before. Disney's Hollywood Studios Height Requirements Alien Swirling Saucers - Guests must be 32 inches (81 centimeters) or taller Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run - Guests must be 38 inches (97 cm) or taller Muppet*Vision 3D - Any height Mickey and Minnies Runaway Railway - Any height I am about 56 and little over 300 lbs I am hearing to avoid seven dwarfs mine train ride. Large & In Charge at Walt Disney World. But overall, you will be riding together on virtually all of the rides. Small World knees a bit crunched no issues. Any rides I might have a problem going on? If you are looking for height requirements on Disney rides be sure to check out this article from magicguides.com. We are traveling to Disney in April and my husband and his friend are both linemen on a semi pro football team. I was just to big. Im the one who posted below on 2/25/16 and just wanted to send you a quick update: I fit!! I wouldnt worry too much. Test Track: My only issue with this one was finding the seatbelt buckle before the ride started moving. LoL. Im 6 and about 310 pounds. doesnt work :)) Thank you for all the information and just as importantly, encouragement! The Hulk rollercoaster was tight fit but still managed. Do yall think Ill be okay? It truly depends on where your weight is distributed. There are only a couple of rides that might be a problem. 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. Jake, quick questionwhat rides had turnstiles? Being overweight is a problem at Walt Disney World but not because of the rides. Take note that a $100 credit card deposit is required for strollers rented at Disney Springs. But the seat is wide enough and the seatbelt pulls out really far. Anyone have trouble getting out of space mountain or any of the other rides. Would there be any rides that I may not fit in? Thanks for this great article, its nice to be able to research this sort of thing. Silly Symphony Swings: Small seats. All of the bars are adjusted by the person who is riding the ride. A few of the roller coasters might be a bit uncomfortable, but there is no weight limit on any of the rides. I am also concerned about getting out of the rides, especially if you have to sit down into the ride. Most of my weight is in my rear and stomach. I just want to thank you for easing my mind on the subject. I am 511 280 lbs. I fit into the seats just fine, but I came extremely close to getting stuck in the turnstiles again. Just got back from Disney. But other than that you should be able to ride all the rides. A little disappointed that after hours of waiting in line (yes we did have +FP) we were not able to enjoy this ride. Otherwise, you might have an audience for your turnstile performance. You will have an amazing time! If you have good mobility youll be able to ride pretty much all the rides. All the boat rides (Pirates, Small World, Rivers of Life, Frozen Ever After) will be fine because they dont have any restraints. Thanks! Im going to WDW for the first time ever in October and I was so worried that 1) I would not be able to ride the rides due to my size (56/290lbs) and 2) I would ruin it for my husband who is equally as excited as I am. My legs didnt fit into the clamps and I wasnt able to ride. They tried seating him in a more accommodating seat, and the bar would still not engage over him, so he had to sit that one out. That includes on the Flight of Passage, especially when you consider the seat restraints. However, I noticed there is some give to the lap bar mechanism once it closes. The seat belt rides typically have an extension for those too large for the regular belt. I had a really hard time lowering the searm it was a stand up and adjust to your height. Im not quite sure what you are asking, but all the Disney Parks are very Pooh friendly. Disney rides are created to accommodate people of all sizes. I did sit as straight up as possible and made it with room to spare. Hey, Im not ashamed, if my girls want me to do a tea party, sign me up! There is a over the shoulders restraint, but its not a problem for Pooh sized people. Mission: Space: Guests must be taller than 40 inches (102 centimeters) Soarin' Around the World: Guests must be taller than 40 inches (102 centimeters) Test Track: Guests must be taller than 40 inches (102 centimeters) Having been to WDW several times as a Pooh-sized guy (61, hovering around 400) I can say I have never had a problem anywhere on property. The bottom line is, Disney wants you to have a good time and they made the park to accommodate larger visitors. A travel agent is an essential resource when planning a vacation. Ok. Im large AND tall and I got every ride. Its found outside of the ride itself, so you can check things out before you stand in a long line. Heres the thingit depends on how your weight is distributed. Are Disney Rides An Walt Disney World Resort Fat-Friendly? Any rides in particular that will give me a problem? I cant think of another ride that will be a problem. I am 55, 235 pounds, and my daughter is 55 and 102 pounds. From what I hear, yes. Im 59 and 275, I know you said the ride is uncomfortable, but is it doable? It feels very strange, but it is secure. A larger person who carries their weight above their waist would have an easier time getting into Expedition Everest than a smaller person who carries their weight in their thighs. As long as he has good mobility hell be fine. I am 58 and 310 lbs and Flight of the Avatar is like sitting on a motorcycle seat. My Husband is a little worried about not fitting the rides. Ive done a lot of research on rides and feel more comfortable but Im terrified of being turned away from that one. Star Tours and Tower of Terror have seat belts, but again, no worries. I weigh 325lbs. I only had an issue with Harry Potter Forbidden Journey. The Avatar Flight of Passage is Fat Friendly since there are no weight restrictions. My dream of going to Disneyland is coming true .I am 51 weight 256 lbs. Other shared restraints are more like seatbelts (Dumbo the Flying Elephant) so they conform to your specific size and shape. Disney Cast Members have been trained in advance. Andrew, the biggest problem with being Pooh sized at Disney World is the same as it is anywhere you would walk miles and miles. Barely fit into space mountain. I am headed to Disney World in Sept. 2018. Will I have any issues riding rock n rollercoaster? Mining train did not go on notoriously small from what I have read. Splash Mountain: no issue at all, I easily fit into a seat by myself. We love Astro Orbiter so we can see the whole Magic Kingdom, but if youre over 6 feet tall, you might just want to keep walking. I guess its how your weight is distributed. They smoosh you in there. Definitely motivation for me to thin down and try this trip again someday. 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? Kali River Rapids: If you are big, try to get a double-seat to yourself. As long as you have good mobility youll be fine. A couple of slightly uncomfortable rides, but not a big deal. Kiddo will dress Tiggerish and me with pink and Piglet ears. And thank you so much for this commentary! The vehicle is very similar to the Haunted Mansion vehicle, except you actually pull down this lap bar according to your own size. To my surprise, I slid into the seat just fine! Its YOURE GOING TO DISNEY WORLD. Do you know how SeaWorld rides are in Orlando? My weight is pretty evenly distributed. Im about 56 and around 260 pounds but I have wide hips and rear. Rock and Roll Rollercoaster no issues. 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. You think I will be ok? Yes, the Peter Pan Ride is very Pooh friendly. I have been reading a lot about being Pooh-sized at Disney and am glad to have found this site but Im still a little nervous. Im a very pooh sized guy. I included my waist size due to most people only put weight but buy putting waist size you have a better ideal how you would fit. I have a 58 inch waist. Our theme park guides contain reviews and ratings of rides, restaurants and hotels at more than 80 theme parks worldwide. Now, for the fun part Lets talk plus size friendly rides! There arent many. All the Toy Story Land rides are very Pooh Sized friendly. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. I have a big belly, big thighs, big chest and big arms. The ones you might have a little trouble with are Astro Orbiter, Flight of Passage (maybe) and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. If you are concerned at all, we recommend trying the test seat before waiting in line. My advice to any Pooh-sized folks who wish to give it a try is to lean forward, hard as you can when you step over the seat to straddle it. Hey! Im wanting to take my 3 year old son and be able to ride the little rides with him next year. I am 64 and 360 lbs. While there are height restrictions on some rides at Walt Disney World, there are NOT any weight restrictions. Being overweight is a problem at Walt Disney World but not because of the rides. 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. Im 510 about 310 Lbs I carry most of my weight in my butt hip and thighs, I guess an Ursula, minus the tenticles and manipulation. What rides should I stay away from? The rides over there are built for princesses not Poohs. The Avatar Flight of Passage ride is a ride that has a test seat available. I must say however, I DID NOT fit in on The Forbidden Journey in Harry Potter Universal. Any first hand experiences?? I am 510 and about 280. Overall though, you should be good to go & enjoy! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is uncomfortable for most people. The Chairlift transports Guests to a prime position for: Summit Plummet, Slush Gusher and Teamboat Springs. For assistance with your Walt Disney World vacation, including resort/package bookings and tickets, please call (407) 939-5277. There have been lots of grumblings about the small seats on the Mine Train. It was tight but was still able to ride. That being said, its obvious that there is not a one-size-fits-all solution for every different ride at the parks. Id say I am longer (belly to behind) than I am wide (side to side). Tower of terror no issues really long lap belt (I was surprised) a lot of room to spare. No problems at all. In EPCOT all the rides are friendly to Pooh Sized people. I was having some knee problems (I have 2 artificial knees) the last time I tried to ride and had real problems exiting the ride. Will i have any problem? These rockets are beyond cramped and you wont have the legroom to be comfortable. I just learned that splash mountain logs now have lap bars. As is the case with any test seat, it is not there to disqualify you from getting on the ride. I am concerned about fitting in the rides. I am going to Disney in a few weeks. Have to spread your legs or sit slightly to the side in order to fit. So I am worried about rides coming like Star Wars and stuff. MUAH. 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? My husband has had both knees replaced and has tried twice to ride just cant do it. There were no restrictions. Matterhorn: The newer cars are very difficult for a large person with big legs to fit in and to get in and out of. Guests of all shapes and sizes can be found vacationing at Walt Disney World Resort. I am glad I stumbled onto this guide to WDW for us larger humans. He is a football player so he is pretty broad across the chest and pretty muscular thighs. 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. Taking our 4 year old for the first time to Disneyland in 3 Weeks. I am 57 and about 300 pounds so Im hoping everything will be okay. All Rights Reserved. Hi, there! Ive had to get out of a rollercoaster car before and I dont want to repeat that. It comes down until it meets your stomach. Hope this is alright, but we are actually going to disneyland next month. To make the ride vehicle more immersive and believable that you are riding a motorcycle, Imagineers made the restraint system very restrictive and compact. Ashley, while you are correct that there are no weight restrictions for the attractions at Walt Disney World, there are some attractions that can be a bit uncomfortable for a plus-sized guest. Loved what I experienced though. All the advice we find on line are from people weighting under 400lbs. Ive been reading up on multiple sites about this issue and it looks like Disney is quite friendly to plus-sized people, but I wanted to get your input since you seem pretty knowledgeable about this. Dont worry too much about avatar flight of passage. The great news is that there is no weight limit on rides at Walt Disney World Resort, which tries to accommodate guests of all ages and sizes on as many rides as they can. I know a little about knee replacements. Bugs Land Rides: Most rides are a tough squeeze in some form. Should we plan on putting them together with me riding alone in the row behind them? Something else to consider is the availability of Disney employees (called Cast Members) that are more than capable of helping you. Walt Disney World is amazingly accommodating to the masses, so the vast majority of attractions are perfect for everyone to enjoy! Quit worrying and just have fun planning and doing everything. There are always minimum height requirements on several rides for safety reasons. It is a gondola system that can get you to different Disney theme parks and resorts located in the Walt Disney World area. Youll be behind 300 marathon runners and still have to wait several hours for it. We are going in September and am worried about not fitting in or for that matter in other rides. Any big and tall people have personal experience to share??? Getting wedged into the ride car wasnt that bad; it was getting out of the ride. The bottom line for me is, if you feel like you can handle the walking and you want to go on the rides, just try it. Im 55 and 253lbs. Adulting is for the birds, so I go to Disney World every chance I get for that magical escape from reality. You wont be denied. If you have motion sickness, or if you are pregnant, you should not ride the Avatar Flight of Passage. I am also a independent Pro wrestler for a hobby. We really, really want to take our daughter to Disney World but he is scared he wont fit on any of the rides. The seats are roomy enough for me (5 11/300). Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. I was able to ride the Mine Ride and am so glad I did. For Walt Disney World dining, please book your reservation online. .sponsor{font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:74%;color:#999}. I am 63 and 400 plus pounds (my scale says Im too fat for it). Hey guys! PLEASE READ MY. Im going to WDW and planned to just enjoy the atmosphere.
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