IT. Im 56 and weigh 315 lbs. 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. Just wondering if anyone out there is this sized and what their experiences have been. 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. Im headed to Disney Easter week. Most of my weight is in my rear and stomach. A year ago I bought season tickets to Busch Gardens. And push your legs up forward as well, snug up against the brace. Thanks! DH 300 and 61, me 511 and 280. Luckily Im not a fan of roller coasters so I didnt really want to go on any of those things, but I was aware of my size the whole time. I wouldnt worry too much. Hey! There is only one seatbelt for both seats together and I had to pull it all the way out to fit. Any big and tall people have personal experience to share??? 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. Submitted by Lee (not verified) on Thursday, May 9, 2019 - 04:14. Some of the rides in Walt Disney World have some form of height or weight restriction, but since there aren't too many people walking around over 7 feet tall, it really hasn't been a widely addressed issue. Test Track and Soarin have seat belts but both handle large bellies well. You have to step down a couple of feet and get your body situated into the tub. Disney is very XL friendly. Like I said, we have some time, and Im working on losing some poundage before the trip, but this trip is super important to her and I both. Thank you. Sadly, Im not able to fit on most rides at most theme parks, especially rollercoasters. 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 was able to ride EVERYTHING at Disney. Great information on the site. In other words, it isnt about the number of people onboard the gondola, it is about the total weight that is being carried. 5 Dining Changes at Disney Parks ALL Guests Should Be Aware Of (February 2023), The Ultimate Guide to Rider Size Restrictions at Walt Disney World. People have different goals when it comes to visiting Walt Disney World, but if you are going into the parks, you are likely going to go on the rides. 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. The ones you might have a little trouble with are Astro Orbiter, Flight of Passage (maybe) and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. I know Im fat, thats not my question. If you have good mobility youll be able to ride pretty much all the rides. Mission Space is not a problem. Help Center Overview. But for the most part Disney you should fit on most if not all of the rides at the Kingdom. I do know it can be a bit difficult to buckle the seat belts if you have wide hips, but that would be the only issue. Andrew, the biggest problem with being Pooh sized at Disney World is the same as it is anywhere you would walk miles and miles. I am going to Disney world in a few weeks. " Hey, Renee! Even fat, we all have different shapes. #6. Most of the roller coasters are fine too except for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train which is just uncomfortable for everyone. Im still a little worried but Im hoping itll work out! I think you should be fine as far as rides at Universal. I am so relieved to read these comments. This allows for most, if not all guests to easily get on board. The rides at Walt Disney World are very friendly to Pooh sized people. I have been to Universal I rode everything i wanted to ride but that was before Harry Potter stuff was added. Hey everyone! Im concerned about the lap bar and seat on space mountain. Would be tough for large hips/legs. Just wanted to say thank you so much for taking the time to do these WDW guides, especially this one. 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. 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. (Space Mountain is a big step down and up.). 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? While the size of rides are most accommodating, getting on and off can be a challenge. Jeremiah above just had a good experience and hes close to your husbands size. Nope. Do not worry about other guests judging you if you decide to try out the test seat, everyone is too busy enjoying their vacation to be concerned with what you are doing before you ride. That about sums it up! Hey, (I wish I knew your name so I could speak directly to you), It will be OK. At my heaviest I was 420 pds 60 inch waist. 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. i hopefully will be in better shape before going but im happy to know that Disney will accommodate even me! tried it. What if I Can't Get Through the Front Gate Turnstiles? Are they Pooh size friendly? You wont be denied. There are quite a few rides that require seat belts. Mickey Waffles in Disney World: EVERY SINGLE Place to Find Them! I still have three months I plan to work hard to better myself and lose some weight but I will still be pooh sized in three months even if I starve myself til then. Carousel of Progress: I had heard that these seats were notoriously bad for Pooh-sized people, but I had no problem with the seats. For assistance with your Walt Disney World vacation, including resort/package bookings and tickets, please call (407) 939-5277. He doesnt have any problem with any of the rides. Will I be able to fit? We are all so excited but I am a bit apprehensive due to my size. Generally speaking guests of all shapes and sizes are still able to fit in the seats, but depending on how you carry your weight it may not be comfortable. Just the way the system secures people makes you off balance, and the restriction can be very uncomfortable for some. I fit into the seats just fine, but I came extremely close to getting stuck in the turnstiles again. My boyfriend and I are going to WDW in October and were both pooh size at 53 and 510 both weighing between 230-300lbs. Looking around Disney, at least 1/4 or more of the people were Pooh sized. I live in Northern Ohio and at Cedar Point in Sandusky, I cant ride almost anything there. The vehicle is very similar to the Haunted Mansion vehicle, except you actually pull down this lap bar according to your own size. But as far as the others, go with confidence! I am going to Disney here in a few weeks with my best friend, and shes never ridden a steel roller coaster. A fluffy rider may be turned away only if they are unable to secure their restraint system. There are rails on the side that help, but its can e tough if you dont have good strength in your legs. Until now. There have been lots of grumblings about the small seats on the Mine Train. Its been 25 years since Ive been over there. If you have any mobility problems Space Mountain might be a problem, but overall you should be good. I read on your site that pooh sized people might have to go in separate rows but it looks like the seats are divided? Just a word of caution to big boned tourists visiting Universal Studios in Orlando. The seats are roomy enough for me (5 11/300). There were a couple of the rides that did require seat belt extenders (provided by the park). And is there any other rides I should avoid in MK or the other parks? Roller coasters and other fast rides are where vehicles start getting a little more constrictive. You might find Seven Dwarfs Mine Train uncomfortable, (the seats are sculpted) and Flight of Passage might not work, but the rest should be fine. Feeling like a sardine in a can is memorable, but definitely not magical. Yes, you should be able to ride everything including the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. There are special vehicles at the Safari that should accommodate you in your chair. Please note we have a daughter that will want him to join her on all the rides. The only ride your husband might have a problem with is the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and thats only because the seats are a little narrow. And I dont want that, I weigh 311 atm and dropping. Do you provide restrictions and advisories for attractions? The only ride that you might want to skip is the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. If you are like me with large, but average calf circumference and if your weight is more distributed (for example, lots of my is in the arms, chest/boobs and butt), then you are going to fit on this ride. (but he has lost a lot of weight, and he is still trying to lose weight before we go. Thank you all! I had a really hard time lowering the searm it was a stand up and adjust to your height. They are built to accommodate 30-inch strollers and they are also wheelchair accessible. Hope this helps, and hope you have a great time at Disneyland! Any ride a 2 year-old can go on isnt going to be a problem for a Pooh sized person. The rides that let you sit side by side are roomy enough for 2 pooh sized people. Theme Park Tourist is one of thewebs leading sources of essential information and entertaining articles about theme parks in Orlando and beyond. Im 64, 325lbs with size 15 shoe. Will i have any problem? Im extremely anxious about having to do the walk of shame so I would rather not have to. Also the lap restraint squeezes your legs together and frankly is uncomfortable for those of us with big thighs. as for universal the harry potter ride complaints are everywhere and it saddens me that i will not even attempt out of being embarrassed. WDW Vacation Tips is here to calm your fears! This year will visit animal kingdom and EPCOT. Thanks! It is there to help you make an informed decision so that you can be as comfortable as possible if you do choose to ride. I love this article thank you very much it makes my trip to WDW not so worrisome!!!! Any advice? It only means that you might find yourself in a tight position, especially if the passenger you are sitting next to is not overweight. If you are still concerned about fitting safely into Expedition Everest, do not be ashamed to try out the test car outside the attraction, located next to the single rider line. Flight of Passage was a mistake, I was able to fit but boy did it give me vertigo! The rides at WDW are very Pooh sized people friendly. The only rides that may cause issues are Flight of Avatar and Kali River Rapids. Sit in the front seat. Disney Junior Live: Have to sit on floor. I know Im big . If you are big like me, try to sit in an aisle seat. I am 510 and about 280. I am a 57 and 280 pound woman. Can you clarify what you mean by pooh sized? Prior to my gastric bypass surgery several years ago, I was in this size range. Its a pull down restraint but it wouldnt come down over my chest. I am glad I stumbled onto this guide to WDW for us larger humans. I want to schedule a FP but Im not sure. Would he have problems or are there rides that could accommodate him? You have calmed my fears of not fitting into some of the DWorld rides. Cheat Sheet: Disney World Height Requirements (Full Guide) Then, maybe even harder, (and what I had the biggest problem with) you have to get back out of that tub. Avoid if X-large IMHO. Shai, youre husband wont have a problem on most rides. As long as the bar is able to go down one click and lock, which it most likely will without a problem, youll be good to go. Im reading horror stories of people being asked to leave due to not being able to be secured in the seat. Im wanting to take my 3 year old son and be able to ride the little rides with him next year. My husband is 500lbs with a 66in waist. May need someone to help you if you are XL. Hell be fine. A bit more room. Kali River Rapids may require a set belt extender. There arent really any bars that have to be all that snug. Im actually waiting in line for this ride with my family right now. I was relived when I found this page before I went. Ill be going down to WDW in a few weeks and had a bad experience at ValleyFair here in Minnesota where I tried to ride a roller coaster and the restraint wouldnt lock. Do either of the water parks have weight limi | planDisney Otherwise the boat might list to the side a bit. Just ask a Cast Member! Walt Disney World Height Requirements Guide - Parksavers.com Just finished my 4th day at Disney and have fit on all rides. The seats in it are not made for wide people (Dad says as a pretty wide person himself.). Have fun and dont worry so much. I so appreciated this site and all the info available regarding size and rides. The majority of people that dont fit into Flight of Passage its because of their calves. Come visit and you will see why they call Disney the Happiest Place on Earth. knee restraint just too narrow. The opening of Tron has everyone celebrating that its finally done, but now after seeing some people struggle to fit in the ride vehicles. You might have trouble on Flight of Passage, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Astro Orbiter, but the most of other rides should be OK. You should be able to find a ride that you can experience to fulfill your dream. Theyre arent any weight restrictions at WDW. 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. Bay Slide - must be under 5' tall to ride. 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 had at least an inch to spare between my knees and Im a pretty hefty girl. Flight of Passage in Animal Kingdom might not work if you have big calves. i am a lil bit smaller not much though i am 510 and 300 pounds. Im a very pooh sized guy. I am 5.7 and 378lbs. Astro Orbiter: This one was a bit awkward climbing in and out of, but I managed just fine. Although there are some rides at Walt Disney World that may have limitations on the height of the rider, there are no weight limits on any Disney rides. Be happy. Although this is not exactly our favorite way of wording it, it is one of the more common questions we receive about Disney rides. Try the test seat before you get in line! Go all the way in to the side by the yellow line. He was even able to squeeze into the little test track.