On Pirates of the Caribbean they sat me in the first row and down the water slide we submerged and water came over the first three rows! I am going to Disney world in a few weeks. EPCOT wouldnt be the first park I would suggest visiting if you are looking for rides but I was able to get on everything and Im 62 440 waist 58. I was searching for info like this and you have more than I had imagined. Ive been able to do pirates, Aladdin, haunted mansion before. Very disappointed that a brand new ride wasnt more accommodating, or at least provided regular seats and bigger seats. I am about 57 and 300 pounds and I will tell you the walking absolutely wouldve done me in. What a relief to find a place where someone can be honest about themselves without apology. Any thoughts on me fitting? Im 59 350 very evenly distributed stomach may be the biggest and broad shoulders. He has very large thighs and the bar would not come down far enough over his belly, and then it hit his thighs as well. Im 54 and 425 lbs. Peace of mind when you are vacationing is a wonderful thing, especially when you are spending all this money. Im not sure what his weight is Hes a big cuddly pooh bear (but dont tell him I said that). The vehicle is very similar to the Haunted Mansion vehicle, except you actually pull down this lap bar according to your own size. Here are all the Epcot height requirements you need to know for your next Disney World vacation. (http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/disney-parks-disability-access-service-card-fact-sheet/). Any ride a 2 year-old can go on isnt going to be a problem for a Pooh sized person. Theres no seatbelt or restraint. Disney World rides and attractions are geared toward people of all sizes, heights, and ages. Any Disney ride is going to be enjoyable but the Avatar Flight of Passage is one not to be missed. Take note that a $100 credit card deposit is required for strollers rented at Disney Springs. Youll be behind 300 marathon runners and still have to wait several hours for it. I weigh 325lbs. 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? Im 320 59 and worry about fitting in rides like Splash Mountain, Thunder Mountain, and Space Mountain. If I could give one piece of advice to anyone that is thinking about holding back from going into the parks, it would be to go ahead with your plans to visit. You are there to enjoy your time so do that above all. 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. The last time my family went to EPCOT, we took my 86 year old disabled grandmother. I am 5.7 and 378lbs. I live in California and go to Disneyland on a regular basis, and have no problem fitting on rides there . They will give information such as the size of the seat and anything that may make it uncomfortable. My husband is about 510 and 290 lbs and the pull down bar restraint that comes down over your shoulders at Gringotts Bank would not engage over the top of my husband. The only ride that was truly painful (Im 5,7 , 320) was the mine train as mentioned. He was even able to squeeze into the little test track. I dont know, but from what I hear, good luck. 17 Things to Do at Disney World In the Rain: + Top Tips! 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? Im still a little worried but Im hoping itll work out! Theme Park Tourist is one of thewebs leading sources of essential information and entertaining articles about theme parks in Orlando and beyond. If you are worried about your weight at Disney, seriously, DONT be! Generally, sizes in most stores on the Disneyland Resort only go up to XL or possibly XXL or 3XL if you're lucky. My mother is more of your height and weight and she was just fine to ride. But from what I hear its not Pooh friendly at all. A fluffy rider may be turned away only if they are unable to secure their restraint system. As a regular Land goer, here are my experiences: My husband is 67 tall and about 350 lbs. This ride is so tight that an adult of ANY size is going to feel a pinch and squeeze. Space Mountain has a T-bar that comes up between your legs and holds you in. Thanks! i appreciate you sharing this info. You wont be denied. .sponsor{font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:74%;color:#999}. Im 53 and weigh 370lbs I have large upper arms would there be any rides for me? Space Mountain. 53/310 lb female here with big belly and hips. And I dont want that, I weigh 311 atm and dropping. Hi we are visiting magic Kingdom in march for spring break. The Space Mountain T-bar is the same way. 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. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad: no problems. Yes, its a lap bar and it has plenty of room. I have avoided most theme parks for a few years because of this Until finding this website! 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. I think Ill fit in most stuff based on this info (thanks btw). I had been recovering from knee surgery and was left to push her in her wheel chair the whole day! Have a great vacation! I couldnt fit int he test seat, but my wife did. Like others have said, Space Mountain is the hardest on me. Most of the roller coasters are fine too except for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train which is just uncomfortable for everyone. Jun 27, 2017. Omg thank you for this. There are no turnsytles at Disney except for the Disney rail road train which starts at the front of the park. I am headed to Disney World in Sept. 2018. The calf bar wouldnt lock. Any rides in particular that will give me a problem? I have long legs and a shorter torso. Im 59 and 275, I know you said the ride is uncomfortable, but is it doable? I am confident that I will fit on most rides at the parks but I have heard flight of passage is a bit fat-unfriendly. My husband has had both knees replaced and has tried twice to ride just cant do it. 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. Haunted Mansion: I noticed a commenter named Jeremiah mentioned the lap bars might make contact with larger bellies. 10 Delicious Spots for the Best Breakfast at Disney Springs! WALT DISNEY WORLD HAS NO WEIGHT LIMITS FOR ANY RIDES! I am 56, 350 pounds and my wife is 56, 300 pounds. Hi! All the Toy Story Land rides are very Pooh Sized friendly. Splash Mountain is a very wide ride that accommodates any size person. A relatively new addition to the Disney properties is the Skyliner. Now imagine thats your head. My family will be visiting Disney World in October. I am heading to Disneyworld for 8 days soon with family and friends and have been worried. I just got back from Disney with my 6 year old daughter and 6 7 350 lb husband. I am 63 and 400 plus pounds (my scale says Im too fat for it). The ones you might have a little trouble with are Astro Orbiter, Flight of Passage (maybe) and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. Just the way the system secures people makes you off balance, and the restriction can be very uncomfortable for some. These rockets are beyond cramped and you wont have the legroom to be comfortable. Hey there. Im 53 and 330 and carry my weight in my stomach. Have fun and dont worry so much. I really worry about embarrassing myself and the people Im with. Granted, this was before Seven Dwarfs Mine Train was constructed, so I cant speak for that ride. Prior to my gastric bypass surgery several years ago, I was in this size range. 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! I guess its how your weight is distributed. Ask before you wait in line for 3 hours. 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM Eastern Time. Test Track: My only issue with this one was finding the seatbelt buckle before the ride started moving. I am going in October to the magic kingdom. On Space Mountain the car is not real roomy, but big enough for wide bodies. For dad?? Dumbo: No issues. This doesnt mean that you cant ride them. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. But in the next 5 months I plan to diet and hit it hard in hopes that I wont have any issues to worry about by the time we go on our trip.. To all that want to know Im just under 6 foot tall and 380 pounds,the last time I went to Disney I was more at 400 hundred plus I did not have a problem riding anything was a little squished on a couple rides but still rode..Just a note dont go to Universal they dont accommodate. (Splash Mountain and 7 Dwarfs). No problems at all. Youll never see any of those people again anyway. The overhead restraint is very forgiving. These rides are non-restrictive by having bench-style seats and low-impact restraint bars. Thanks! Id say I am longer (belly to behind) than I am wide (side to side). There were no restrictions. I know a big issue has been fitting your knees into the lap bar. DH 300 and 61, me 511 and 280. The only ride I have ever had an issue with at Disney World is Flight of Passage. Universal is not known to be friendly to Pooh sized people. Silly Symphony Swings: Small seats. my calves are all muscle. Latest Walt Disney World News Coming Soon Remy's Ratatouille Adventure - Late 2020 Epcot Space Restaurant - 2020 TRON Coaster - Spring 2021 Epcot Play Pavilion - Early 2021 Guardians of the Galaxy - Spring 2021 If you have really big calves, you might not fit. Thanks for the infoGreat site!!! A lap bar tight on my big belly will not even touch her, but I really want to get on these rides. That was a godsend! A few of rides have the over the shoulder restraints. Lapbelt plenty of room. Thanks for any help you can give me ! This is nothing to be concerned about. I am 6.3 385 and I carry most of my weight in my gut and thighs. There are only a couple of rides that might be uncomfortable. These seats can accommodate anywhere from two to ten guests and have no arm rests to get in the way of larger guests. By the end of the trip my feet and ankles were so swollen and uncomfortable I couldnt wait to get home. Youll be fine on most rides. What rides should I stay away from? All of the information below is from people who are over 62, or 74, and we considered especially tall people anyone over 7, or 84. First time at MK here. So your plan probably wont work. Height Requirements for Disney World Rides Thank you for the info. Hi all.. a lot of these comments help. We are planning a WDW vacation this June, and my husband and I are both Pooh sized! But at what cost? The harnesses work very well for broad-shouldered (as one who has broad shoulders). 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. Heights for Rides at Disney World - 2023 Vacation Guide Kali River Rapids - Guests must be 38 inches or taller. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Hi! Im so grateful to Disney World that they take into account that were not all the same shape and size. He should be fine. 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. I actually cried knowing that I will be able to enjoy the rides with my young children without tears being shed because I cant fit. Ive been pretty worried about the ride situation with having a Pooh-sized body!!! I did skip Test Track, as I didnt want to struggle but that was a personal choice. Forget rope dropping it if you arent super fit. You should be able to ride all but a couple of rides and you might be able to do those. I didnt have much (or any) room to spare and the lap bar barely closed onto my belly, but I was comfortable the whole time and rode it more times than I could count! My experience has been that I have had no trouble on lap restraint rides, as I'm heaviest in my . But overall, you will be riding together on virtually all of the rides. Most Disney attractions that use lap-bars can accommodate a variety of body types, particularly the rides that allow for individual use of lap-bars (as in Expedition Everest as opposed to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad). ?aka not fitting at universal.. I went on the avatar flight of passage ride and got the the front and was not able to get one. Ive been looking at pictures of certain ride vehicles at WDW (Space Mountain, Test Track, Dinosaur, etc) and its difficult to tell if theyre roomy enough for me. They can all be hard to get out of. 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.
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