My husband is 62, 63 and weighs about 320 so I guess hes baloo- sized? Any Disney ride is going to be enjoyable but the Avatar Flight of Passage is one not to be missed. Large & In Charge at Walt Disney World. Hi all.. a lot of these comments help. I did the best I could with what I was able to do. If you are looking for height requirements on Disney rides be sure to check out this article from magicguides.com. I want to schedule a FP but Im not sure. Any advice? My husband and I are planning to go to Disney World next year. Hell be fine. Will I be able to? The rides have seatbelts instead of bars. Will I have problems fitting in Flights of Passage. DINOSAUR - Guests must be 40 inches or taller. Finally, I hope I never grow tired of skipping down Main Street, USA, and my dream come true would be friends with the Fairy Godmother in my old age. The short answer is no, but it's slightly more complicated than that. Loved what I experienced though. Concerned about how well youll fit into certain attractions during your next Disney vacation? The Avatar Flight of Passage is Fat Friendly since there are no weight restrictions. 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 ? I just came back from Orlando with my family. Space Mountain has a T-bar that comes up between your legs and holds you in. You may have a problem if most of your weight is carried around your lower mid section and if your calves are very, very large. This was definitely true for me. Can you clarify what you mean by pooh sized? I fit into the seats just fine, but I came extremely close to getting stuck in the turnstiles again. Its been 25 years since Ive been over there. Something else to consider is the availability of Disney employees (called Cast Members) that are more than capable of helping you. My weight is pretty evenly distributed. Im 56, 280 with a very large chest (DDD+). Thanks! Also some some tall and large people and those with big calfs do experience some problems on Flight of Passage in Animal Kingdom. I am heading to Disneyland this summer and was curious if there was any information on the roominess of their rides like here? Thank you for the info. The Man-Child is 6 4+ and over 280 pounds and has big thighs (he was a catcher and has big legs, kinda like his Dad). You think I will be ok? The rental scooters were out and I saw many young people who werent disabled just moderatly overwight in them. For Flight of Passage its (typically) all about the calves. Prior to my gastric bypass surgery several years ago, I was in this size range. 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. It is a gondola system that can get you to different Disney theme parks and resorts located in the Walt Disney World area. Some were a little snug, but I have always been able to enjoy the rides. 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. You will be fine. Flight of Passage was a mistake, I was able to fit but boy did it give me vertigo! When my husband finally got to go with the kids & I (he had been working out of state)he was unable to ride any of the roller coasters with our boys. 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. My legs didnt fit into the clamps and I wasnt able to ride. My hips are 68. Walt Disney World Railroad These Magic Kingdom rides DO have height requirements. Many people find the restraints on the Flight of Passage to be somewhat snug. I was just to big. You will have more room. We are going in September and am worried about not fitting in or for that matter in other rides. Im 58, 400lbs and have had zero issues with any Disney World ride, Space Mountain is a giant pain to get out of and the only thing I havent dared to try is Seven Dwarfs, otherwise everything is wonderful. Try the test seat before you get in line! That being said, I have never ridden RnR coaster at DHS. Has anyone had any issues with my same weight or around that weight? I can get myself into and out of any ride at other parks (Im luckily young and healthy). No problem. Submitted by MrsD (not verified) on Monday, February 17, 2020 - 13:45. Yes, the Peter Pan Ride is very Pooh friendly. Thanks for any help you can give me ! As previously stated, There are height limits on some rides but there are no weight limits on any rides at Walt Disney World. The test seats are conveniently located outside of the ride itself. These rides are non-restrictive by having bench-style seats and low-impact restraint bars. There arent many. Dont beat yourself up. Its time to light the lights. 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. I was usually on the seat next to the wall of the car, so I felt a bit squished against the wall. So your plan probably wont work. Have a great vacation! The only ride you might have problems with it Flight of Passage. So I went to the kingdom Saturday. Hes 65 and built like a mac truck, wide shoulders, wide everything, really, but biggest around the middle. Most of the roller coasters are fine too except for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train which is just uncomfortable for everyone. Everything was comfortable. Another option is to choose a ride that offers bench seats. Pull down bar. I live in the Tampa Bay area and am within 2 hours of TONS of amusement parks. Only ride that was difficult to do was the new Pandora Avatar ride in Animal Kingdom. Im 55 and 280. I dont know of any similar information for Disneyland, but I can tell you that the rides at Disneyland are very similar. There are quite a few rides that require seat belts. This year will visit animal kingdom and EPCOT. Any rides I might have a problem going on? You may have seen it all over Instagram: Some people cant fit on the Tron ride. I got on all the rides we had fast passes for lol (meaning the lines were too long of a wait for my son). 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. Waited through an hour long line only to get to the front and the over-the-shoulder harness wouldnt lock. Hell be totally fine as he is 56 170lbs (and beautiful in my opinion). Most of them have some kind of support where you can pull yourself up. You wont be denied. Right off the bat, let us tell you that Disney World rides and attractions are designed for guests of all shapes and sizes. Getting into Space Mountain is my biggest struggle. Anyone able to weigh in on Avatars rides yet? Im 6 5 and weigh around 400 pounds. Dont wanna miss out on anything for my kids are excited for me to be there and do these things WITH them! I am 63 and 400 plus pounds (my scale says Im too fat for it). Much better than those other theme parks. 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! Im about to go to Disney in about 15 days. Im going to Disney World in July Im 511 440. Friend is 400 and 53. A fluffy rider may be turned away only if they are unable to secure their restraint system. Before my trip this summer any Pooh sized folks know if you can ride the slide at yacht and beach pool? As long as you can climb in and out youre going to be good on most rides. Continue with Recommended Cookies. If you choose a ride with a bench seat and find yourself in a row where you are uncomfortable, simply ask a Disney Cast Member if you can move. Im reading horror stories of people being asked to leave due to not being able to be secured in the seat. Splash mountain lap bar a bit snug and knees were hitting. Ever since that walk of shame, Ive avoided roller coasters like the plague. Restrictions and advisories are also listed on individual attraction pages on disneyworld.com. My 7 year old daughter who has leukemia and her twin brother are so excited and Ill admit it so am I. If I can think of any other rides I forgot to mention, Ill add another comment. Quit worrying and just have fun planning and doing everything. He didnt even bother waiting in line with us on that one. Will I be able to fit? I was nervous to try the Mine Ride, as there were no definitive answers as to who can ride. There are a couple that have lap bars that might have some issues, but he will be fine on almost all of them. They can even make some adjustments if necessary to accommodate you. The Space Mountain T-bar is the same way. hello, I am 64 and about 400lbs. as for universal the harry potter ride complaints are everywhere and it saddens me that i will not even attempt out of being embarrassed. We currently have a fast pass for it, but Im wondering if we should switch it to something else. If he could ride Malestrom (the old ride) hell be fine because they use the same boats. From now on, I will use that. For the 511 370 person. Avatar has a ride vehicle similar to TRON where the rider leans all the way forward and they are closed in by bars coming up the back and calves. only other issue was navigating out of space mountain but I managed 4 times . Disney Cast Members have been trained in advance. The lap bars on Expedition Everest and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad can adjust to anyone. Im actually waiting in line for this ride with my family right now. He doesnt have any problem with any of the rides. Dear Paula, Thank you so much for stopping by to visit us here at the Disney Parks Moms Panel with your great question about planning ahead for your upcoming Walt Disney World Resort vacation! I went on this ride seven times! We are all so excited but I am a bit apprehensive due to my size. Would he have problems or are there rides that could accommodate him? Youll do fine. I think Disney World should be enjoyed by all but would like to see more consideration for everyone. Primeval Whirl - Guests must be 48 inches or taller. That walk of shame is the worst so I thought I would only even try to ride a select few (Pirates, Small World). A couple of slightly uncomfortable rides, but not a big deal. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Request a Quote or Information from Magical Travel Today! My mother is more of your height and weight and she was just fine to ride. Thank you for your question and answer. DW, Myself and DS were just at Disney World and we had not issues. Please lmk so I can enjoy my trip without added anxiety! Thanks! I'm a big girl. If you are looking for a great coaster, we recommend Slinky Dog Dash, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, or Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. There is a test seat there to try before getting on also. The seats are sculpted so if you have big bottom its uncomfortable. There are plenty of places to look online and check for information from others who may have tried to ride particular rides in the past. I barely made it because of the size of my thighs and tummy. I am about 57 and 300 pounds and I will tell you the walking absolutely wouldve done me in. Make sure youre up to date on the latest Disney Parks Disability Access Service Card. (Splash Mountain and 7 Dwarfs). Go to Disney World!! A year ago I bought season tickets to Busch Gardens. There are no weight limits on any of the attractions. Read that again: Walt Disney World has no weight limits on ANY of their rides. I didnt put in the test seat. Thank you all in advance. There are special vehicles at the Safari that should accommodate you in your chair. If you have good mobility youll be able to ride pretty much all the rides. I went to Disney last month and my experience is below. Once again, my only real problem occurred at the Carousel of Progress. And its awesome! Unless youre going there to sight-see or experience the shops in the Harry Potter section, Id avoid Universal Studios. I know Im big . We went to Silver Dollar City yesterday mostly for the new Time Traveler coaster. He fit into all of the Disney World rides. Most of the rides where you share a lap bar restraint are mild (like The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh) and some have none at all (Pirates of the Caribbean). You should be able to get 3 or so in a row. You should be able to find a ride that you can experience to fulfill your dream. I wouldnt fit. Otherwise the boat might list to the side a bit. Just quick note. This coaster has the highest height requirement in Walt Disney World because it actually goes upside down, but the seats feel almost like they were made for children! Reading through these comments, I literally have tears of joy. Im 52 and 260lbs. I couldnt fit int he test seat, but my wife did. Yes, you should be able to ride everything including the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. You might ask the Cast Member at the entrance if youll need one. This ride is so tight that an adult of ANY size is going to feel a pinch and squeeze. I will be visiting Universal. Did You Notice How Disneyland's Runaway Railway Was "Plussed" Versus Disney World's? (http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/disney-parks-disability-access-service-card-fact-sheet/). (Like the Haunted Mansion.) If you have any mobility problems Space Mountain might be a problem, but overall you should be good. That about sums it up! I plan on visiting all 4 parks so I was just wondering what rides would not be friendly to someone of my size. West Coaster here. How Can You Know If Disney World Rides Accommodates Plus A Size Guest? I noticed they have a handicapped entrance right next to the turnstile. My weight is evenly distributed between my thighs, waist (about a 46inch waist) and chest (unsure of chest measurements but quite broad shouldered) and was wondering if, any, rides i should look to avoid at Disney and Universal when we go in October this year to avoid embaressment? So they dont require extra compaction and strapping down so its easier to fit when you are a bigger person. Big Thunder is easy to get into and out of, and shouldnt be a problem. 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 was very uncomfortable. What To Do With A Toddler In Disney World! We are worried that there may not be many rides he can go on. Was just wondering is the peter pan ride pooh friendly. Its a ride where the constraint comes down over your head. Splash Mountain comes with lap-bars as well, though they are very forgiving. He was able to ride most all of the other rides at both parks at Universal. There is a door that closes on you that creates a chamber feel. 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 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! Was able to ride every ride in every Disney park except one. We are not big thrill ride people, even our 15 year old son is not, but I wanted to make sure we can do some of these wonderful attractions at least! You probably will. Until now. Do any of the rides at Disney have seat belts and did anyone need extenders? If so, which ones ? It depends on your mobility. They can all be hard to get out of. Embarrassed in front of all, I did the walk of shame. By the end of the trip my feet and ankles were so swollen and uncomfortable I couldnt wait to get home. have presented challenges for him. I didnt not try Rockin Roller Coaster because the son is too short, but Id ride any ride without fear. The vehicle is very similar to the Haunted Mansion vehicle, except you actually pull down this lap bar according to your own size. We have watched videos on Youtube, but most just show a glimpse of the seat as someone is getting in. 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. This may be somewhat of a no-brainer for some who visit Disney parks. Fastest Rides at Disney World: 10 Picks For An Adrenaline Rush. That being said, its obvious that there is not a one-size-fits-all solution for every different ride at the parks. THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. They smoosh you in there. Ive just avoided the other stuff. 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. Fun, otherwise! I am 59 350 lbs. If you ask, they will let you. Will i have any problem? All the others from Mission Space to Rocking Roller coaster are a blast. All the Toy Story Land rides are very Pooh Sized friendly. I think someone a few inches bigger than me could ride it as well. Guests under 18 years of age must have parent or guardian permission to call. He is unable to ride due to inability to bend his knees enough while squeezed together to fit under the lap bar. Disney rides are created to accommodate people of all sizes. I would start with something easy like the Great Movie Ride or the Universe of Energy. I am 56, 350 pounds and my wife is 56, 300 pounds. Although there are no weight restrictions on the Flight of Passage ride, there are some other limitations that could restrict you from getting on board. We both easily fit on everything. Im the one who posted below on 2/25/16 and just wanted to send you a quick update: I fit!! Im not quite sure what you are asking, but all the Disney Parks are very Pooh friendly. As is the case with any test seat, it is not there to disqualify you from getting on the ride. What Other Night-Time Events Could Avengers: Power the Night Inspire at Disneyland Paris? Manda667 said: I just returned from WDW and was terrified I wouldn't fit on Flight of Passage. Was afraid I wasnt going to be able to go on any rides. Avoid if X-large IMHO. Lapbelt plenty of room. I assume the boat ride will be fat friendly but the Flight of Passage looks problematic. On the plus side, the rest of my family got a fast pass to ride it again right after they got off the first time. So I have to stuff my self into rides like star tours and the belt barely fit. To make the ride vehicle more immersive and believable that you are riding a motorcycle, Imagineers made the restraint system very restrictive and compact. I live in California and go to Disneyland on a regular basis, and have no problem fitting on rides there . Do-able but be warned. Others, however, may have some concerns about any weight limits that may be imposed on riders at Disney. I am 52 240lbs and pretty evenly distributed.
