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Theme Park Express thanks for your videos! I have just read through the comments, still some nasty folk that can’t play nice 😤😓 would you mind if I asked you your waist size? I don’t want to offend, it’s just that my husband has a 54 inch chest, and I’m a size 22(uk) and we’re a little worried about the seat sizes!
Theme Park Express hey my family and I are planning a trip. And my younger brother is on the plus side. He’s been embarrassed because sometimes he can’t fit on some rides. Are there any rides that we should avoid because you already know don’t accommodate larger people? Thxs so much(he’s only 13 and over 6ft)
Isabella Cosby I’ve red that most rides if you have a 40” rides you may not fit. I’ve seen some people who have a 50” waste fit. All depends if you have a big butt and chest too. 6 ft depends on waist but like gringots is not friendly on tall people
as someone who works in attractions at universal, I really appreciate this video. It is so unfortunate when people spend lots of money and wait in long lines only to find out they dont fit on most of the rides. I wish there were more videos like this to give people the heads up
Thats what I wanted to do! Inform guests and save them headaches and relieve stress on the TMs who have to break the news...Thank you so much for watching and all your hard work!
Jacob Fuller-Lewis You still don’t get it.. people are coming from all over the world to ride this ride. They buy plane tickets, hotel & park tickets & when they finally get to a test seat they find out they don’t fit. By him uploading this video it will save a lot of people with more body weight their time & money.
Bentley's Enigma There's plenty of other rides at a park. That would be their fault for travelling not knowing if their fatasses fit or not. You have to be morbidly obese not to fit the ride so it should be common sense to think if you're that huge it's a no-go.
Funny enough, Hagrid was a half giant. You would think that this would have been kept in mind when designing the ride, so that other larger people would be able to fit more comfortably.
thats a problem when you design seats for attractions like that cause they need to fit ALL people. Here in germany in "Phantasialand" the coaster Black Mamba has in the back of the train 2 or 4 so called "big boy" seats (when i remember correctly)
Agreed! When I saw they made a ride based on a half giant character, I was excited thinking, "Hey, finally, a ride for us larger people!" But it's very disappointing that Universal didn't see it that way.
Wouldn’t it be nice if they had an area right after you enter the park where the test seats for all the rides in the park were located so you could just test them all at once?
I’m not personally plus sized but I appreciate what you’re doing to help people out! I waited for hours for Gringots with my dad, and he almost got turned away because of the clicker. This is very important content!!! Keep up the good work:)
I am not trying to be a hero. I’m just trying to help the other larger folks out there who may be interested in riding. Better to know what to expect now than stress when you get there. Thank you for watching!
im skinny but i enjoyed this video, i hope the park designers would see this and start designing adjustable seats to accommodate all different body types including children who are traditionally too small for rides
When it comes to children is mainly has to do with the g forces the coaster pulls and even adjustable seats wouldn’t prevent black outs for those kids when it comes to positive g forces. Though I have to agree certain restraint systems are more forgiving than others. Others are just ridiculously narrow that it's even uncomfortable for a skinny person with well trained thighs. But I do think they could come up with seating arrangements for the larger guests that also works for normal bodied people so they don't have to assign larger guests to certain seats. But I have also noticed that newer coasters tend to have more narrow seats and getting into the rides is getting more of a hassle for everyone.
This is amazing! After watching Tim Tracker talk about the seats, I was hoping someone had a video like this one. Keep up the great work on both your channel and personal weight loss journey!
Im size 22. I fit on this ride. Remember this is a lap bar... not a stomach bar. Stand up, put the bar to your lap and keep it in your lap as you slide down into a seated position.
@@ClandestineMariah sorry to hear that. Did you attempt to pull the bar down from standing position or just sitting down? Also, were you on/in the bike or the sidecar?
You do realize its not the parks damn fault people decide to be 280- 300+ that's the person fault they can't fit on the ride. Why should a park change because of someone's decisions. You shouldn't even be at the park if u can't fit on most these rides.
@@kittybug329 While that may be true, and people get that way on there own, why would you alienate a very particular customer base? In America, 69% of people are either overweight or obese. From a business stand point, even if you take in account the 34% of Americans who are just overweight, that's 111,000,000 people. That's a LOT of lost revenue. There is no reason to not to make new attractions include the majority of people. It's just logical.
@@FireCracker3240 theme parks shouldn't cater to obese people. Your fact is invalid 111mil obese ain't all going to a theme park. Just think back on how many people u have seen in a theme park that's above 300+ maybe 10-20 a day ? Compared to thousands who actually fit a ride.
@@kittybug329 But the point I'm making is... why SHOULDN'T they make their rides for more than just half of people? The parks can more than afford it. So why blatantly single them out so they can't enjoy their parks? That's what I'm getting at here.
Thank you for posting this. After getting turned away from Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey because of my size, i was worried about fitting into any other rides, especially Hagrid’s, but your demo gave me the confidence that I’d fit and I got to enjoy the ride the experience with my family. Wouldn’t have happened without you, bless you, sir.
Thank you for showing this. You would think they would make the ride vehicle for "Hagrid's Magical Creature Motorbike Adventure" able to accommodate Hagrid size folks! LOL!!! My hubby is a little larger around the mid section, but he is also 6'10' tall. So I highly doubt that he will ever get to ride this. :( He doesn't fit on ANY of the Harry Potter rides, poor guy. It makes me so sad. That is why we tend to go the Disney route since he fits on SOOOOOooooo many more rides at Disney parks vs. Universal.
It’s a shame that taller folks are in the same boat more or less with us overweight folks. Any odd body dimension always has an issue at universal seems like.
It's all on how you're built. I'm 6'9", 300lbs. and can go on every ride except for Rip Ride Rock'it due to its height restriction. I can't find anything online that says a height limit for this one, so I guess we'll see next year when I go.
As a larger woman I love that you address this. Maybe you should make a whole serie in serveral parks about it, because it would save time and pain (mental en fysical) for many people. Thank you for doing this! (I'm from The Netherlands and really miss this info for the dutch parks...
Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching! I definitely hope i get to branch out to some international parks and make more videos like this.
Thank you for this video! My mother who is on the larger side and doesn’t normally do rides like this, is excited to ride when we visit as she loves HP, but I was worried about the seats. This puts my concerns at ease!
I waited about 4 hours alone yesterday and someone that was in line with me was turned away after waiting the 4 hours because he did not fit. He didn't even seem like a large person in my opinion. Even though I didn't know him it made me really angry that he had to wait 4 hours and was then turned away because he supposedly couldn't fit. They should have a test seat at the front of the park or something so things like that don't happen.
What many guests dont know is that if youre with someone else you can have them wait in line and go ahead and try the test seat before waiting in the outside queue just to get to the main queue. Many waited in that long line including myself. I didnt know my fate until i was showed up to the rides entrance. I really sucks watching people get heartbroken and turned away.
Thanks for the video. Great idea :) one of the main reasons I haven’t been back to Disney/Universal in 10years is the fear of not fitting on rides! More videos like this would be great. Subscribed :) x
Thank you for this. I was so upset when I went to Universal when HP just opened and found that I did not fit on any of the rides. Thankfully, I checked with the seats outside the ride so I didn't waste time... I wish they would consider larger folks on these rides.
Im honestly so surprised these coasters aren’t ‘plus’ friendly. I wished they put these test seats in the beginning of the actual park by ticketing so people don’t waste their time in the long lines just to be disappointed when they get closer 😔 I do appreciate you showing this so we can all get an idea of how the ride will fit. I really thought they would at least created 1-2 bikes towards the back to accommodate larger individuals. They did that with the majority of coasters at six flags in NJ..how disappointing
I was thinking the same thing about the coasters in SFGA. Two people in our party were able to ride because they had a larger seat option on the train.
I can’t begin to tell you how much I appreciate you making these videos. I haven’t been to Orlando in 2 years and had gained some weight and have been absolutely terrified at going back to the parks with my friends for these very reasons. So thank you thank you.
A few years ago I went on the first Potter ride and was very embarrassed when I was told to love along the seat so the weight spread was better and the bar could come down. I was only 230 pounds then! I'm now down to 190 and all the rides are more fun and a lot more comfortable. Your advice and demo seems really useful. The comments on your weight loss journey even more so
Im so happy with how positive the comments have been for the most part! And i hope to bring my weight loss down as much as I can! Thank you for watching!
Im plus size and have personally skipped theme parks out of fear of having to sift through the rides and skip out last minute embarrassingly if i didnt fit...i soooo appreciate you doing this thank u maybe ill watch all your videos and feel like i can go now!!! You rock totally subribed now thanks!
Does this work on forbidden journey? Because I know a certain jerk with a camera who might greatly value that advice. "Why do they have to make a literal forbidden journey for the hagrid sized!?" - T. Goldmark
Michael Battles, you said it brother! I prefer Disney hands down and I am not Plus size. Disney wants everyone in the family to enjoy their vacation! 🍿🚝🎢🎠👌🏽💸🛤🚂🧁🎪🥁🏰🎡😎SHAME SHAME SHAME on UNIVERSAL!🤬
Michael Battles personally I’m more of a Universal guy cause Universal has the perfect mix of theming and thrill. It’s like the best parts of Six Flags, but also Disney! It’s got stuff as well for the kids, but for thrill seekers like me it keeps the kids away from the sections I like lol
Great review and tips for us hearty peeps. Yes, do make more and good luck. I got pulled from Harry and promised myself next time I went to universal I would fit. Have lost almost 50 lbs. keep up your good work. I still haven’t been back, really much more a Disney person for this and many other reasons but I do love the Potter world!
Hey Girl Hey!..just wanted to say congrats on your weight loss...it may not sound like much to some folks but I personally know how hard that is to do...good luck to you in the future👍👍👍👍
Congrats on your 50lb weight loss!! That is amazing!! Hope you have a chance to go back to Potter World though to ride the ride. Consider it an accomplishment!! ^_^
Thanks as always for the video! Been to Universal many times but still haven’t conquered Hulk, Forbidden Journey, Harrods, Mummy, Doctor Doom, Velocicoaster and Rip Ride Rocket. Hopeful to do all but probably Rip Ride Rocket , Doom and Mummy in an upcoming trip. Currently 5’11” 294lbs, hoping to be under 280 by my next trip.
I have the exact opposite problem. I always try to look for the seat; on the Hulk coaster; that pulls down tighter . I can ride in the regular seats, but am happier in the tighter one.
We were just there...the attendant at the front gate gave me some tips to get the light green. I'm 6'1" 290lbs and it was close. I'm more athletic than flab....but the point is ask for help, most workers are very cool. Some rides have modified seats too (Hulk). Harry Potter ride is also a VERY tight fit! Good luck to all. As for me, I'm going on a diet lol
Awesome video dude! Thanks so much! I got excited when I saw this ride come out, but to see that Universal is sticking with it's "skinny people only" theme, it's very disappointing. But I'm very grateful to you and your video to show me. I think we need to petition them to add in some fat-friendly sized seats on each ride. A few years ago, after giving birth to one of my sons, I found myself unable to go on a ride for the very first time at Universal (The Hulk rollercoaster) and was so upset I left crying. We have not been back and probably won't ever go back until they decide that larger people deserve to ride these rides too. Thanks again for the video! I'm definitely subscribed!
Wow thank God finally a big person to give feedback on the seat , is it big people friendly. I almost didn’t get on grigott when it opened until the backseat was suggested. I could put my feet down. Great feesback. I can’t wait latter in summer. I CAN fit on the motorbike!!! Thanks
The Dueling Dragons added larger restraints on certain seats for bigger people. I was really kind of pissed when I had to start using them ha ha. (but then lost weight). I was really glad to see the bigger seats, though.
Single biggest concern when I go to any park is what is the restraint system configuration on any ride. It is great that the parks have test seats. Even greater that you are reporting on it. I would watch every TH-cam report you would make on this. Thank you
I attempted to ride the Pandora ride at Disney. If you're overweight or short this is not a ride for you. They actually gave me a card that states that I may not be able to ride it. I was very disappointed especially with the amount of time that I spent on the line. So,while the rest of my party my family was enjoying themselves, I had to go and wait in the waiting area.
Thank you for the test seat demonstration! It's very helpful to see how it works. I know that team members are NOT allowed to push on the restraint for you, but if you have a friend with you that can to give you the green light, you can ride. I also follow PammiePlusParks, and she also endured the opening day queue. She hasn't posted her detailed video yet - it's expected some time this evening - but she live-streamed right after she left the ride and said that if she had had a friend with her to help, she could've gotten the green light. Unfortunately, she was there alone yesterday where she learned from the team members that they cannot push for the green light but a friend could have. She said she was very close, and she is 5'4" and 327 lbs. As I mentioned in my previous comment, I failed the test seat at the soft opening of Forbidden Journey because I was too chesty and had too much middle (I'm 5'5" and was 250-ish then). but was very close. Because I was pulled out of line to try the test seat, my husband wasn't there to help. I bet if he was, I would've been able to ride.
I really sucked seeing people get turned away because of their size. I was almost getting emotional. I felt so bad seeing one big person not fit but then i get in the test seat right after them and get the green light. The look on their faces made me not want to celebrate being able to fit on the ride. I hope you get the chance to ride this coaster soon! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for this video! Hagrid is my favorite character and I was planning a trip back to WWoHP just for this but was really nervous about doing all that only to be turned away. Obviously we’ll have to wait before going back to theme parks for a while due to COVID so maybe I can drop a few pounds in the interim.
I never thought that anyone would make a video about this, I thought I was the only one with this problem I'm 6'2" 301 and i get turned away at harry potter the ride, I dont fit and they refuse to help me get the green light so my kids do it for me but it's a struggle, most times I dont want to deal with it and they go by themselves. Great video. SUBSCRIBED
Great video thank you very much - it put my mind at ease especially considering Universal themselves stated a waist of 40" or above may have trouble getting on, obviously nonsense. It does seem a bit ridiculous that Hagrid himself couldn't ride his own motorbike and side car hahaha!!! Universal at it again it would seem!
Legend ! Thank you for the video and putting yourself out there for the rest of us. I’m 5’10 @ 240. So ima keep dieting , wife and I are going in August for our 5yr anniversary!
I just returned from Universal. Thanks for the videos. I watched before going. Fortunately I was able to ride most of the rides, but Hagrids is one of the few that I could not. For perspective, I am 5'10" and 300 lbs. I lift, so while I carry extra weight on my stomach, I also have mass in my thighs and shoulders. My stomach was fine, but my thighs were too thick to get the arms down for a green light. I do not believe losing weight would help. If you have longer legs or thicker thighs it will likely prohibit you from riding. Interestingly I fit on Rip Ride Rockit, but not this one. Body type definitely has a lot of impact in the various rides.
1. Thank you for doing this! It’s sooo very much needed. Keep making more like this! 2. Ironic that Hagrid wouldn’t even be able to ride his own ride. I wonder if the actor would even be able to. 3. Shame on Universal and other theme parks for not being more inclusive. They knew that this would be majorly popular. At minimum they could have added a few on each ride that were for larger guest. Heck even tall guests would have problems sitting in the sidecar! It wouldn’t have taken that much to add on an extra 1-3 bikes per coaster to accommodate those. They and others have done it plenty on other rides.
My wife and I (each around 250 lbs; she’s 5’6, I’m 5’8) generally fit much better on Disney rides. There are some exceptions of course. I also have a bad back and hips and I always have to make her ride something first to see how smooth or not a ride is. There are some that are absolutely horrendous! But others that seem so extreme in other regards are absolutely fine and wonderful because they don’t jerk you around. This might be something to consider adding to reviews if it is a smooth ride or very jerky. Last time we went to Disney I was easily able to ride mine cars twice but Thunder Mountain was pure hell!
Crystal Elkins your a idiot. Obviously u know way more then the people who designed the rollercoaster, maybe you should have built it. Don’t say shame on universal bc u can’t stop shoving Oreos down your throat.
It might have compromised the overall experience of the ride, though. :/ There's a reason for everything in a coaster -- or anything manmade, for that matter. Sure, they might've been able to add extra-large seats, but then the coaster might have to be adjusted and would not have been the same exciting experience.
You provided a great video for so many! This video will definitely help take away some of the worry of larger people who are afraid to try because of embarrassment. Good job buddy!
I went to Universal on my honeymoon in September 2018. This ride wasn't finished yet and I'm sad that we missed it. Hopefully when Covid is over we will have the money to go back. Thank you for making these videos, I'm a large person myself but was fortunately only turned away from one ride... the large coaster on City Walk. Maybe when we go back I'll be able to ride it.
Theme Park Express im Going next month and I’m around the same size as you and I use to love that ride hopefully i can make it work and thanks for the videos these are the best parks need to rides with more seats for bigger people
do you have an updated video for hagrids since they changed the ride allowable limits? i see this video was made back when the coaster opened when they had an allowable limit. but since then they added markers to the coasters where the lap bar MUST be at or lower than the listed line for the lap bar to be able to ride. i rode this coaster 10 times when it first opened now i cant ride it at all period. which makes me feel horrible as a big and tall guy. at 6'4 290 all cause of my mini keg for a gut.
Thank you so much for this video! This was very helpful and I was getting worried I wouldn’t be able to find this information before my upcoming trip. New subscriber, all love ❤️
As someone who just went to Universal last week, I would definitely say that this is true. My brother and I, who are both relatively thin (under 200 lbs), were able to ride Hagrid's Motorbike Adventure with no problem, but our dad, who is larger (he's close to 300 lbs and has a beer belly 😊), had difficulty fitting into the seats. Although he was finally able to get ithe light o flash green, he elected not to go on the ride. The same was true for Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. Althogh my brother and I enjoy riding these rides, we came on vacation to experience the theme parks with dad. It would be nice if they had a couple thrill rides that could accommodate people with larger frames.
I just recently found this account. Thank you for this. I wish this amount of support and knowledge was brought to my teen years Love you! I'm following. Continue to kick lifes a$$!
Any chance you would be willing to answer as to your waist size measurement? I'm around a 40" waist and the only ride I didnt fit on last year was the RIP ride rocket... I'm 6'2 265lbs with a 40" waist and 52" chest. I was closer to 280 when I went last year as well, so I'm hoping to fit more easily in August when I go.
I waited over an hour in line for this ride and was so mad when I couldn't ride it. I'm 5'8 and about 260 lbs and 38 waist. I'm big but not huge and I couldn't fit in either the side car or motorcycle. Its so embarrassing having to hold up the ride because the workers are trying to see if I fit and ultimately they lead me to the exit and said I couldn't ride it.
Thank you so much for this informative video! I have another question if you don’t mind. Other than Hagrid’s ride, at your current weight, are you able to get on any of the other rollercoasters in Islands of Adventure?
If you don’t mind me asking what’s your waist size. Because I’m a big guy and my family is going this fall so I was wondering what I should expect. Please and thank you.
i appreciate this video so much. i really want to get on this with my dad, but i’m worried he won’t fit since he weighs a lot. i still have more than enough time to lose weight if i personally need to, but again, i appreciate this :)
Awesome video! I'm as "big" as the man on this video and after waiting hours to get on Forbidden Journey was turned away cause of the dreaded "one click." To say I was embarrassed was an understatement!
I'm so pleased with your weight loss and this doesn't take away you are a lovely man. I watched your water park at Universal and was sad you could only go on 3 rides. You needed a partner for some. Also I didn't like paying for a locker. In UK swimming we get for free. Love your reactions and good luck everyone 🙏
i know that for Dr. Doom, they changed the restraint system entirely (new shoulder restraint, sans the securing seat belt latch), and do be warned that you might not be able to fit in that one now if you're Po sized (Universal guest' unofficial equivalent to Disney guests' Pooh sized). I actually tried to go on it, and yeah, i got turned away.
@@figment1988 I rode Power Tower at Cedar Point in Sandusky Ohio, They so change the new restraints and still can fit the safety belt. Just one push after the safety belt latch to get the sensor light turn green. No problems.
Thank you so much. You have no idea how much this video means to me. We are the same height so it was really really helpful to see if I could fit or not as well as the tips to fit!! You put my anxiety filled mind at ease!
What is your waist size? That's a better barometer than your weight and height. Universal states that anyone over 40 inch waist might have an issue fitting with the sidecar being the most difficult.
I was fine in the outside tester (in the side car!), but pulled off the ride and told the outside tester isn’t always calibrated properly. WTF?! Very disappointing...
Thank you so much! I wanted to tell people I had a channel but they removed my post bc it’s considered self promotion. Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Great advice! I got almost got injured in Legoland cause they didnt got any advice on me about the weight and the employee pushed hard on a lock similar to those in the vid... I got a pump belly and it Hurt a lot. Anyhow Universal Parks or Disney are much better than Legoland and with better crew and tech on the rides (I dont recomend anyhow Legoland Florida) . But videos like this are really scarse and very useful. Ty
Appreciate these videos ! People need this I’m not plus size I’m actually very skinny and a couple of times I definitely almost flew off a couple of water rides especially the ones that don’t have restraints . So there’s also an opposite issue 😅 I stay away from those types of rides now because I injured my leg last year while trying not to flew off a shoot the chutes
me and my brother went on the opening day of this ride and waited in line for 8+ hours. when we finally got to the test seats at the boarding platform, he couldn’t get the lap bar down because he has very muscular legs. he went to college on a football scholarship and he is very tall, so i just wanted to share that to let others know about the leg restrictions
Hey Adrian, First off, congrats on the 900 subscribers. Just proves that people are seeing how awesome of a person you are and how good your content is. Second, another great video as always. Very informative. Sadly the lack of big people friendly rides is why I have hesitant to go to Universal. My fear is that this trend will soon be occurring at WDW. Finally, you continue to mention your success with your weight loss journey. I have recently begun a weight loss journey myself. Do you have any plans to make a video about containing tips or strategies that have helped you with you success? Can't wait for the next video.
I do not plan on making any videos about what I do to lose weight right now. Maybe in the future. I wish you all the best with your journey! I think the next big attraction with issues for bigger people will be TRON at the Magic Kingdom in 2021. Thank you so much for watching and good luck again!
if you're tall and plus sized then this ride is no go i'm 300 pounds but i'm also 6'6 and turns out my thighs are to thick and high up to pull the restraint over it. it wasn't a gut problem for me it was a leg problem. i really appreciated this video we need more!!
My thighs are always the problem on rides. I'm 6'9" and 300lbs. However, I've got until October 2020 to shed some pounds and hopefully fit. Fingers crossed.
Great public service video. I have to give universal props though. I'm 5'-9",285 lbs, carried mostly in the gut. Pants are roughly a size 48. I was surprised that I could easily fit the bike, and was able to fit the side car with a little sucking in. I know it's not going to fit everybody but this coaster is far more fat person friendly than your typical coaster. I barely fit in mummy or forbidden forest, and several rides I don't fit in at all. To say this ride isn't fat friendly does it a great disservice. I applaud the hagrid coaster for being far more fat person friendly than lost coasters. Congrats on the weight loss. Keep up the good work.
Like I say everyone is built differently and everyone carries their weight differently. I’m very happy to hear this attraction worked out for you. However. The vast majority of larger folk will have a hard time with this coaster. Thank you so much for watching and for the weight loss encouragement
@@joe3108 I haven't tried recently, and I've gained about 20 lbs since last time I rode either. Last time I was able to ride both but I had to use the larger seats.
I just attempted to go on this ride last night. I've never had an issue fitting on a ride but did with Hagrid's. I hadn't researched prior to going so I didn't know this was an ongoing problem. I'm a few inches taller than the OP and about 40lbs lighter but am bottom heavy (have a big butt, hips, and thick thighs). I also have long legs, which made it very difficult to fit. It was the most embarrassing experience at a theme park and ruined the rest of my trip.
Thank you so much for posting this! I was concerned also. I'm currently 5'5 & 225, it seems I actually might fit. Keep up the great vids.... new subscriber!
Tbh before watching this video I never really thought about heavier set people riding rides as a 5’1 and small girl ride restraints have always been too big for me😅 I’m sorry to anyone who had to wait so long only to find you can’t enjoy your time, thanks for the informative video🖤
I've been to universal pretty fat and super skinny ,the seats are just generally poorly designed for the most part lol. I don't understand why comfort doesn't seem to be taken into account at any of the rides at universal. I've been to disney fat and skinny and the vast majoirty of the rides not only fit easily but fellt good to sit in.
I’m always confused when people get mad that an employee won’t let them on a rollercoaster. Some people don’t understand that workers only want you to be safe
Hey guys! Thank you so much for all the comments! For the most part you all have been so positive with each other and I really appreciate the support from you all! Ive been doing my best to respond to all of your comments on this video. I will be removing any hateful or offensive comments as I see them come through as best I can. Theres no room for nastiness, ignorance and negativity on my channel! This is a channel for EVERYONE! Im all about inclusion here so if you dont have anything nice or constructive to say then dont say it at all. Ive already had to block a few users from ever commenting on my videos again. Thank you guys again for the support and if you have any questions please leave a comment on this or any other video and ill do my best to answer it as soon as i can! I love you all!
u should have said over weight ppl friendly and not not appropriate as why am un sub now
Theme Park Express thanks for your videos! I have just read through the comments, still some nasty folk that can’t play nice 😤😓 would you mind if I asked you your waist size? I don’t want to offend, it’s just that my husband has a 54 inch chest, and I’m a size 22(uk) and we’re a little worried about the seat sizes!
Theme Park Express hey my family and I are planning a trip. And my younger brother is on the plus side. He’s been embarrassed because sometimes he can’t fit on some rides. Are there any rides that we should avoid because you already know don’t accommodate larger people? Thxs so much(he’s only 13 and over 6ft)
It's funny that everyone is saying they are less fat than you but they are really deluded and can't see their own weight
Isabella Cosby I’ve red that most rides if you have a 40” rides you may not fit. I’ve seen some people who have a 50” waste fit. All depends if you have a big butt and chest too. 6 ft depends on waist but like gringots is not friendly on tall people
as someone who works in attractions at universal, I really appreciate this video. It is so unfortunate when people spend lots of money and wait in long lines only to find out they dont fit on most of the rides. I wish there were more videos like this to give people the heads up
Thats what I wanted to do! Inform guests and save them headaches and relieve stress on the TMs who have to break the news...Thank you so much for watching and all your hard work!
Thats what the test seats are for
Jacob Fuller-Lewis You still don’t get it.. people are coming from all over the world to ride this ride. They buy plane tickets, hotel & park tickets & when they finally get to a test seat they find out they don’t fit. By him uploading this video it will save a lot of people with more body weight their time & money.
Or idk... lose weight first?
Bentley's Enigma There's plenty of other rides at a park. That would be their fault for travelling not knowing if their fatasses fit or not. You have to be morbidly obese not to fit the ride so it should be common sense to think if you're that huge it's a no-go.
Hagrid wouldn't fit on his own ride.
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Hahhahah.
He literally wouldn't fit on any ride in any theme park in the history of theme parks.
I was about to comment the same thing
Until he uses his waist shrinking p90x spell.
Funny enough, Hagrid was a half giant. You would think that this would have been kept in mind when designing the ride, so that other larger people would be able to fit more comfortably.
thats a problem when you design seats for attractions like that cause they need to fit ALL people. Here in germany in "Phantasialand" the coaster Black Mamba has in the back of the train 2 or 4 so called "big boy" seats (when i remember correctly)
Wotans Krieger they can always have bigger seats and have smaller booster type seats to fill in for smaller people
@@mrn234 on the other hand many of our friends from the Netherlands might not fit as there is a limit how tall a rider can be of 1.98 m (6ft 6in)
Janet Slater that's what I thought as we,k
Agreed! When I saw they made a ride based on a half giant character, I was excited thinking, "Hey, finally, a ride for us larger people!" But it's very disappointing that Universal didn't see it that way.
Wouldn’t it be nice if they had an area right after you enter the park where the test seats for all the rides in the park were located so you could just test them all at once?
I’m not personally plus sized but I appreciate what you’re doing to help people out! I waited for hours for Gringots with my dad, and he almost got turned away because of the clicker. This is very important content!!! Keep up the good work:)
That’s what I’m here for! I’m glad I could help!
Thanks for this video. Not all heroes wear capes. 🧙🏻♂️
I am not trying to be a hero. I’m just trying to help the other larger folks out there who may be interested in riding. Better to know what to expect now than stress when you get there. Thank you for watching!
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Nope they eat alot of amazing food
im skinny but i enjoyed this video, i hope the park designers would see this and start designing adjustable seats to accommodate all different body types including children who are traditionally too small for rides
When it comes to children is mainly has to do with the g forces the coaster pulls and even adjustable seats wouldn’t prevent black outs for those kids when it comes to positive g forces. Though I have to agree certain restraint systems are more forgiving than others. Others are just ridiculously narrow that it's even uncomfortable for a skinny person with well trained thighs. But I do think they could come up with seating arrangements for the larger guests that also works for normal bodied people so they don't have to assign larger guests to certain seats. But I have also noticed that newer coasters tend to have more narrow seats and getting into the rides is getting more of a hassle for everyone.
This is amazing! After watching Tim Tracker talk about the seats, I was hoping someone had a video like this one. Keep up the great work on both your channel and personal weight loss journey!
Thank you so much!
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I came here from watching Tim, too! Both guys are so helpful when it comes to theme parks!
@@elizabeth6134 Oh, yes. Tim is the master. I've been watching him & Jenn for probably 6 years now. Wow, how they have grown! Love the Trackers!
Im size 22. I fit on this ride. Remember this is a lap bar... not a stomach bar. Stand up, put the bar to your lap and keep it in your lap as you slide down into a seated position.
Creepy Val if you don’t mind me asking which vehicle did you get in? The motorcycle or the side car? Thank you
@@quiroznlopez the motorcycle.
I’m an 18-20. 5’8”. Didn’t fit!
@@ClandestineMariah sorry to hear that. Did you attempt to pull the bar down from standing position or just sitting down? Also, were you on/in the bike or the sidecar?
Valerie Keyes tried both test seat positions from seated position. Didn’t fit in either.
I don't understand how, in this day and age, they are still making rides that don't accommodate most people. It's such a freaking shame.
people arent born whales though
You do realize its not the parks damn fault people decide to be 280- 300+ that's the person fault they can't fit on the ride. Why should a park change because of someone's decisions. You shouldn't even be at the park if u can't fit on most these rides.
@@kittybug329 While that may be true, and people get that way on there own, why would you alienate a very particular customer base? In America, 69% of people are either overweight or obese. From a business stand point, even if you take in account the 34% of Americans who are just overweight, that's 111,000,000 people. That's a LOT of lost revenue. There is no reason to not to make new attractions include the majority of people. It's just logical.
@@FireCracker3240 theme parks shouldn't cater to obese people. Your fact is invalid 111mil obese ain't all going to a theme park. Just think back on how many people u have seen in a theme park that's above 300+ maybe 10-20 a day ? Compared to thousands who actually fit a ride.
@@kittybug329 But the point I'm making is... why SHOULDN'T they make their rides for more than just half of people? The parks can more than afford it. So why blatantly single them out so they can't enjoy their parks? That's what I'm getting at here.
Thank you for posting this. After getting turned away from Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey because of my size, i was worried about fitting into any other rides, especially Hagrid’s, but your demo gave me the confidence that I’d fit and I got to enjoy the ride the experience with my family. Wouldn’t have happened without you, bless you, sir.
Thank you for showing this. You would think they would make the ride vehicle for "Hagrid's Magical Creature Motorbike Adventure" able to accommodate Hagrid size folks! LOL!!! My hubby is a little larger around the mid section, but he is also 6'10' tall. So I highly doubt that he will ever get to ride this. :( He doesn't fit on ANY of the Harry Potter rides, poor guy. It makes me so sad. That is why we tend to go the Disney route since he fits on SOOOOOooooo many more rides at Disney parks vs. Universal.
It’s a shame that taller folks are in the same boat more or less with us overweight folks. Any odd body dimension always has an issue at universal seems like.
It's all on how you're built. I'm 6'9", 300lbs. and can go on every ride except for Rip Ride Rock'it due to its height restriction. I can't find anything online that says a height limit for this one, so I guess we'll see next year when I go.
We are going in September and i have been stressing so much about not being able to ride this ride. Thank you SO much for this video!!
As a larger woman I love that you address this. Maybe you should make a whole serie in serveral parks about it, because it would save time and pain (mental en fysical) for many people. Thank you for doing this! (I'm from The Netherlands and really miss this info for the dutch parks...
Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching! I definitely hope i get to branch out to some international parks and make more videos like this.
@@ThemeParkExpress If you ever get the change, go to 'De Efteling' in NL. It is so beautiful!
I heard people waited in line for 7 and a half hours like are you crazy people?!
People are idiots.
Thank you for this video! My mother who is on the larger side and doesn’t normally do rides like this, is excited to ride when we visit as she loves HP, but I was worried about the seats. This puts my concerns at ease!
I waited about 4 hours alone yesterday and someone that was in line with me was turned away after waiting the 4 hours because he did not fit. He didn't even seem like a large person in my opinion. Even though I didn't know him it made me really angry that he had to wait 4 hours and was then turned away because he supposedly couldn't fit. They should have a test seat at the front of the park or something so things like that don't happen.
What many guests dont know is that if youre with someone else you can have them wait in line and go ahead and try the test seat before waiting in the outside queue just to get to the main queue. Many waited in that long line including myself. I didnt know my fate until i was showed up to the rides entrance. I really sucks watching people get heartbroken and turned away.
There is a test seat by the entrance.
Thanks Man so cool of you to do a video like this
Thanks for the video. Great idea :) one of the main reasons I haven’t been back to Disney/Universal in 10years is the fear of not fitting on rides! More videos like this would be great. Subscribed :) x
Thank you for this. I was so upset when I went to Universal when HP just opened and found that I did not fit on any of the rides. Thankfully, I checked with the seats outside the ride so I didn't waste time... I wish they would consider larger folks on these rides.
Im honestly so surprised these coasters aren’t ‘plus’ friendly. I wished they put these test seats in the beginning of the actual park by ticketing so people don’t waste their time in the long lines just to be disappointed when they get closer 😔 I do appreciate you showing this so we can all get an idea of how the ride will fit. I really thought they would at least created 1-2 bikes towards the back to accommodate larger individuals. They did that with the majority of coasters at six flags in NJ..how disappointing
Yeah it sucks but for now that’s what we have to deal with when it comes to universal. Thanks for watching!
I was thinking the same thing about the coasters in SFGA. Two people in our party were able to ride because they had a larger seat option on the train.
I can’t begin to tell you how much I appreciate you making these videos. I haven’t been to Orlando in 2 years and had gained some weight and have been absolutely terrified at going back to the parks with my friends for these very reasons. So thank you thank you.
Thanks for testing this out for the rest of us. The info was perfect for some in our group and answers a lot of questions. Glad I found your channel!!
A few years ago I went on the first Potter ride and was very embarrassed when I was told to love along the seat so the weight spread was better and the bar could come down. I was only 230 pounds then! I'm now down to 190 and all the rides are more fun and a lot more comfortable. Your advice and demo seems really useful. The comments on your weight loss journey even more so
Im so happy with how positive the comments have been for the most part! And i hope to bring my weight loss down as much as I can! Thank you for watching!
Im plus size and have personally skipped theme parks out of fear of having to sift through the rides and skip out last minute embarrassingly if i didnt fit...i soooo appreciate you doing this thank u maybe ill watch all your videos and feel like i can go now!!! You rock totally subribed now thanks!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
I love Uni but this is a consistent issue with them. Disney has coasters that seem to fit 99% of people. I just dont get it.
Does this work on forbidden journey? Because I know a certain jerk with a camera who might greatly value that advice. "Why do they have to make a literal forbidden journey for the hagrid sized!?" - T. Goldmark
Im harry potter sized but shorter
This is why we stick to Disney.
Michael Battles, you said it brother! I prefer Disney hands down and I am not Plus size. Disney wants everyone in the family to enjoy their vacation! 🍿🚝🎢🎠👌🏽💸🛤🚂🧁🎪🥁🏰🎡😎SHAME SHAME SHAME on UNIVERSAL!🤬
I’ve beber been but how is Disney rides for plus size? I’ve only been to sea world.
Michael Battles but you still ain't escaping the non fat-friendly factor of some rides
@@nas10iris Disney rides could fit at least 2 of me in one seat
Michael Battles personally I’m more of a Universal guy cause Universal has the perfect mix of theming and thrill. It’s like the best parts of Six Flags, but also Disney! It’s got stuff as well for the kids, but for thrill seekers like me it keeps the kids away from the sections I like lol
Super appreciate the time and effort you put into this video...... things like this make the world of difference to someone on the heavier side!! 🤗🤗🤗
Thank you so much for watching! Im glad I can help in any way I can!
I just found your channel like 2 hours ago and I love it! thank you for taking the time to review the rides with such detail
I really appreciate this video. It can be so embarrassing to stand in line to find out you won't make the cut. You're doing good works.
Thank you for your comment! I’m just trying to help out other bigger folks! Thank you for watching!
Wow ride looks faster than expected
It was more intense than I was expecting for sure! Thanks for watching!
Great review and tips for us hearty peeps. Yes, do make more and good luck. I got pulled from Harry and promised myself next time I went to universal I would fit. Have lost almost 50 lbs. keep up your good work. I still haven’t been back, really much more a Disney person for this and many other reasons but I do love the Potter world!
Congrats on the 50 lbs! I know its not easy so 50 is a great number! I hope you get to return soon! Thanks for watching!
Hey Girl Hey!..just wanted to say congrats on your weight loss...it may not sound like much to some folks but I personally know how hard that is to do...good luck to you in the future👍👍👍👍
Congrats on your 50lb weight loss!! That is amazing!! Hope you have a chance to go back to Potter World though to ride the ride. Consider it an accomplishment!! ^_^
Keep up the good work. GOD bless you.
Thanks as always for the video!
Been to Universal many times but still haven’t conquered Hulk, Forbidden Journey, Harrods, Mummy, Doctor Doom, Velocicoaster and Rip Ride Rocket.
Hopeful to do all but probably Rip Ride Rocket , Doom and Mummy in an upcoming trip.
Currently 5’11” 294lbs, hoping to be under 280 by my next trip.
I have the exact opposite problem. I always try to look for the seat; on the Hulk coaster; that pulls down tighter . I can ride in the regular seats, but am happier in the tighter one.
We were just there...the attendant at the front gate gave me some tips to get the light green. I'm 6'1" 290lbs and it was close. I'm more athletic than flab....but the point is ask for help, most workers are very cool. Some rides have modified seats too (Hulk). Harry Potter ride is also a VERY tight fit! Good luck to all. As for me, I'm going on a diet lol
Awesome video dude! Thanks so much! I got excited when I saw this ride come out, but to see that Universal is sticking with it's "skinny people only" theme, it's very disappointing. But I'm very grateful to you and your video to show me. I think we need to petition them to add in some fat-friendly sized seats on each ride. A few years ago, after giving birth to one of my sons, I found myself unable to go on a ride for the very first time at Universal (The Hulk rollercoaster) and was so upset I left crying. We have not been back and probably won't ever go back until they decide that larger people deserve to ride these rides too. Thanks again for the video! I'm definitely subscribed!
Wow thank God finally a big person to give feedback on the seat , is it big people friendly. I almost didn’t get on grigott when it opened until the backseat was suggested. I could put my feet down. Great feesback. I can’t wait latter in summer. I CAN fit on the motorbike!!! Thanks
The Dueling Dragons added larger restraints on certain seats for bigger people. I was really kind of pissed when I had to start using them ha ha. (but then lost weight). I was really glad to see the bigger seats, though.
Can confirm that even the larger seats on dueling dragons were still very narrow and not mom-hip friendly. Glad they replaced that sucker.
You provide a valuable service. I really think it's B-S that Universal has rides that can't accomodate so many people.
Love this! First time viewer and subscribed.
I am 6’6 285 and I have trouble riding these rides, I really appreciate your videos!
Single biggest concern when I go to any park is what is the restraint system configuration on any ride. It is great that the parks have test seats. Even greater that you are reporting on it. I would watch every TH-cam report you would make on this. Thank you
I attempted to ride the Pandora ride at Disney. If you're overweight or short this is not a ride for you. They actually gave me a card that states that I may not be able to ride it. I was very disappointed especially with the amount of time that I spent on the line. So,while the rest of my party my family was enjoying themselves, I had to go and wait in the waiting area.
Thank you for the test seat demonstration! It's very helpful to see how it works. I know that team members are NOT allowed to push on the restraint for you, but if you have a friend with you that can to give you the green light, you can ride. I also follow PammiePlusParks, and she also endured the opening day queue. She hasn't posted her detailed video yet - it's expected some time this evening - but she live-streamed right after she left the ride and said that if she had had a friend with her to help, she could've gotten the green light. Unfortunately, she was there alone yesterday where she learned from the team members that they cannot push for the green light but a friend could have. She said she was very close, and she is 5'4" and 327 lbs. As I mentioned in my previous comment, I failed the test seat at the soft opening of Forbidden Journey because I was too chesty and had too much middle (I'm 5'5" and was 250-ish then). but was very close. Because I was pulled out of line to try the test seat, my husband wasn't there to help. I bet if he was, I would've been able to ride.
I really sucked seeing people get turned away because of their size. I was almost getting emotional. I felt so bad seeing one big person not fit but then i get in the test seat right after them and get the green light. The look on their faces made me not want to celebrate being able to fit on the ride. I hope you get the chance to ride this coaster soon! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for this video! Hagrid is my favorite character and I was planning a trip back to WWoHP just for this but was really nervous about doing all that only to be turned away. Obviously we’ll have to wait before going back to theme parks for a while due to COVID so maybe I can drop a few pounds in the interim.
I never thought that anyone would make a video about this, I thought I was the only one with this problem
I'm 6'2" 301 and i get turned away at harry potter the ride, I dont fit and they refuse to help me get the green light so my kids do it for me but it's a struggle, most times I dont want to deal with it and they go by themselves. Great video.
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Great video thank you very much - it put my mind at ease especially considering Universal themselves stated a waist of 40" or above may have trouble getting on, obviously nonsense. It does seem a bit ridiculous that Hagrid himself couldn't ride his own motorbike and side car hahaha!!! Universal at it again it would seem!
Legend ! Thank you for the video and putting yourself out there for the rest of us. I’m 5’10 @ 240. So ima keep dieting , wife and I are going in August for our 5yr anniversary!
Thank you so much for watching! I’m glad I could help!
I just returned from Universal. Thanks for the videos. I watched before going. Fortunately I was able to ride most of the rides, but Hagrids is one of the few that I could not. For perspective, I am 5'10" and 300 lbs. I lift, so while I carry extra weight on my stomach, I also have mass in my thighs and shoulders. My stomach was fine, but my thighs were too thick to get the arms down for a green light. I do not believe losing weight would help. If you have longer legs or thicker thighs it will likely prohibit you from riding. Interestingly I fit on Rip Ride Rockit, but not this one. Body type definitely has a lot of impact in the various rides.
1. Thank you for doing this! It’s sooo very much needed. Keep making more like this!
2. Ironic that Hagrid wouldn’t even be able to ride his own ride. I wonder if the actor would even be able to.
3. Shame on Universal and other theme parks for not being more inclusive. They knew that this would be majorly popular. At minimum they could have added a few on each ride that were for larger guest. Heck even tall guests would have problems sitting in the sidecar! It wouldn’t have taken that much to add on an extra 1-3 bikes per coaster to accommodate those. They and others have done it plenty on other rides.
My wife and I (each around 250 lbs; she’s 5’6, I’m 5’8) generally fit much better on Disney rides. There are some exceptions of course.
I also have a bad back and hips and I always have to make her ride something first to see how smooth or not a ride is. There are some that are absolutely horrendous! But others that seem so extreme in other regards are absolutely fine and wonderful because they don’t jerk you around. This might be something to consider adding to reviews if it is a smooth ride or very jerky.
Last time we went to Disney I was easily able to ride mine cars twice but Thunder Mountain was pure hell!
Crystal Elkins your a idiot. Obviously u know way more then the people who designed the rollercoaster, maybe you should have built it. Don’t say shame on universal bc u can’t stop shoving Oreos down your throat.
It might have compromised the overall experience of the ride, though. :/ There's a reason for everything in a coaster -- or anything manmade, for that matter. Sure, they might've been able to add extra-large seats, but then the coaster might have to be adjusted and would not have been the same exciting experience.
@@crystalwarelk Then don’t go there cry baby. It’s your fault for looking like a whale.
You provided a great video for so many! This video will definitely help take away some of the worry of larger people who are afraid to try because of embarrassment. Good job buddy!
I’m so happy I could help people out! Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching!
congrats on 900 Subs!! :) and thanks for doing this for us!
I knew from day one this would be a hot topic for us larger folk! So I wanted to inform as many as I could! Thanks for watching!
I went to Universal on my honeymoon in September 2018. This ride wasn't finished yet and I'm sad that we missed it. Hopefully when Covid is over we will have the money to go back. Thank you for making these videos, I'm a large person myself but was fortunately only turned away from one ride... the large coaster on City Walk. Maybe when we go back I'll be able to ride it.
I have a question do you fit on rip ride rock ?
I do not
Theme Park Express im Going next month and I’m around the same size as you and I use to love that ride hopefully i can make it work and thanks for the videos these are the best parks need to rides with more seats for bigger people
do you have an updated video for hagrids since they changed the ride allowable limits?
i see this video was made back when the coaster opened when they had an allowable limit. but since then they added markers to the coasters where the lap bar MUST be at or lower than the listed line for the lap bar to be able to ride.
i rode this coaster 10 times when it first opened now i cant ride it at all period. which makes me feel horrible as a big and tall guy. at 6'4 290 all cause of my mini keg for a gut.
Thank you so much for this video! This was very helpful and I was getting worried I wouldn’t be able to find this information before my upcoming trip. New subscriber, all love ❤️
As someone who just went to Universal last week, I would definitely say that this is true. My brother and I, who are both relatively thin (under 200 lbs), were able to ride Hagrid's Motorbike Adventure with no problem, but our dad, who is larger (he's close to 300 lbs and has a beer belly 😊), had difficulty fitting into the seats. Although he was finally able to get ithe light o flash green, he elected not to go on the ride. The same was true for Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. Althogh my brother and I enjoy riding these rides, we came on vacation to experience the theme parks with dad. It would be nice if they had a couple thrill rides that could accommodate people with larger frames.
I just recently found this account. Thank you for this.
I wish this amount of support and knowledge was brought to my teen years
Love you! I'm following.
Continue to kick lifes a$$!
Any chance you would be willing to answer as to your waist size measurement? I'm around a 40" waist and the only ride I didnt fit on last year was the RIP ride rocket... I'm 6'2 265lbs with a 40" waist and 52" chest. I was closer to 280 when I went last year as well, so I'm hoping to fit more easily in August when I go.
I wear size 42 pants
I waited over an hour in line for this ride and was so mad when I couldn't ride it. I'm 5'8 and about 260 lbs and 38 waist. I'm big but not huge and I couldn't fit in either the side car or motorcycle. Its so embarrassing having to hold up the ride because the workers are trying to see if I fit and ultimately they lead me to the exit and said I couldn't ride it.
I’m not plus sized, but I definitely do carry on a little more weight than I should.
Thank you so much for this informative video! I have another question if you don’t mind. Other than Hagrid’s ride, at your current weight, are you able to get on any of the other rollercoasters in Islands of Adventure?
I recently was finally able to ride the hulk
Dude, thanks for this. Your confidence encouraged me to go on this ride and I had a great time. Thanks so much.
If you don’t mind me asking what’s your waist size. Because I’m a big guy and my family is going this fall so I was wondering what I should expect. Please and thank you.
I dont have a gut measurement but I do wear a size 42 pants. Hope this helps and best of luck to you on your trip!
@@ThemeParkExpress That would be your waist size.lol
i appreciate this video so much. i really want to get on this with my dad, but i’m worried he won’t fit since he weighs a lot. i still have more than enough time to lose weight if i personally need to, but again, i appreciate this :)
Awesome video! I'm as "big" as the man on this video and after waiting hours to get on Forbidden Journey was turned away cause of the dreaded "one click." To say I was embarrassed was an understatement!
They have rows 3and 6 that are larger seats. You could try them. I hope you get to ride.
I do appreciate these videos.
I'm so pleased with your weight loss and this doesn't take away you are a lovely man. I watched your water park at Universal and was sad you could only go on 3 rides. You needed a partner for some. Also I didn't like paying for a locker. In UK swimming we get for free. Love your reactions and good luck everyone 🙏
Don’t be ashamed it’s good what you have done and are doing
I did the test seat at Cedar Point. Did you fit on hulk rollercoaster, Dr. Dooms?
I do fit on hulk yes!
i know that for Dr. Doom, they changed the restraint system entirely (new shoulder restraint, sans the securing seat belt latch), and do be warned that you might not be able to fit in that one now if you're Po sized (Universal guest' unofficial equivalent to Disney guests' Pooh sized). I actually tried to go on it, and yeah, i got turned away.
@@figment1988 I rode Power Tower at Cedar Point in Sandusky Ohio, They so change the new restraints and still can fit the safety belt. Just one push after the safety belt latch to get the sensor light turn green. No problems.
@@figment1988 Keep on trying, If I was there I would help you get you in.
@@davecoasterdudew1206 thanks.
Thank you so much. You have no idea how much this video means to me. We are the same height so it was really really helpful to see if I could fit or not as well as the tips to fit!! You put my anxiety filled mind at ease!
1k subscribers now your at almost 12k....great channel and keep up the great work man
What is your waist size? That's a better barometer than your weight and height. Universal states that anyone over 40 inch waist might have an issue fitting with the sidecar being the most difficult.
I wear size 42 pants. Don’t know my gut measurements tho
I really appreciate the FatFriendly videos because I’ve been dying to try so many rides but I’m not sure if I’d fit. Thanks man
Dude! Thank you so much for this video. I appreciate it. I really do!
Am I the only one that likes before the show even begins? Thank you for the information
I was fine in the outside tester (in the side car!), but pulled off the ride and told the outside tester isn’t always calibrated properly. WTF?!
Very disappointing...
Saw your post in the UOPH Facebook group! Had no idea you had a channel! Subscribed!🤠
Thank you so much! I wanted to tell people I had a channel but they removed my post bc it’s considered self promotion. Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Great advice! I got almost got injured in Legoland cause they didnt got any advice on me about the weight and the employee pushed hard on a lock similar to those in the vid... I got a pump belly and it Hurt a lot. Anyhow Universal Parks or Disney are much better than Legoland and with better crew and tech on the rides (I dont recomend anyhow Legoland Florida) . But videos like this are really scarse and very useful. Ty
What is the height limit??😞that is supposed to be there?
I do not recall there being a height limit as far as max height but its 48" minimum. Hope this helps!
Theme Park Express thank you for that
I’m going to try the test seat when we go. I’m 6’3, 275 lbs but have massive legs. They barely fit in the mummy and gringot’s was a no go
Awesome video dude, thanks for demonstrating for us, you can help a lot of people with this stuff
Appreciate these videos ! People need this
I’m not plus size I’m actually very skinny and a couple of times I definitely almost flew off a couple of water rides especially the ones that don’t have restraints . So there’s also an opposite issue 😅 I stay away from those types of rides now because I injured my leg last year while trying not to flew off a shoot the chutes
me and my brother went on the opening day of this ride and waited in line for 8+ hours. when we finally got to the test seats at the boarding platform, he couldn’t get the lap bar down because he has very muscular legs. he went to college on a football scholarship and he is very tall, so i just wanted to share that to let others know about the leg restrictions
Legs were what kept me off. My stomach fit the other coasters and this one. My thighs were in the way on this one.
Hey Adrian,
First off, congrats on the 900 subscribers. Just proves that people are seeing how awesome of a person you are and how good your content is. Second, another great video as always. Very informative. Sadly the lack of big people friendly rides is why I have hesitant to go to Universal. My fear is that this trend will soon be occurring at WDW. Finally, you continue to mention your success with your weight loss journey. I have recently begun a weight loss journey myself. Do you have any plans to make a video about containing tips or strategies that have helped you with you success? Can't wait for the next video.
I do not plan on making any videos about what I do to lose weight right now. Maybe in the future. I wish you all the best with your journey! I think the next big attraction with issues for bigger people will be TRON at the Magic Kingdom in 2021. Thank you so much for watching and good luck again!
if you're tall and plus sized then this ride is no go i'm 300 pounds but i'm also 6'6 and turns out my thighs are to thick and high up to pull the restraint over it. it wasn't a gut problem for me it was a leg problem. i really appreciated this video we need more!!
I plan on making more when I can!
My thighs are always the problem on rides. I'm 6'9" and 300lbs. However, I've got until October 2020 to shed some pounds and hopefully fit. Fingers crossed.
I like the theme park Express logo👍👍👍
I just want to say thank you.. these are amazing.. it's a shame that hagrid would not fit in his own ride
Looks like an amazing ride. I feel bad that not everyone can fit in it to have fun. :0(
Great public service video. I have to give universal props though. I'm 5'-9",285 lbs, carried mostly in the gut. Pants are roughly a size 48. I was surprised that I could easily fit the bike, and was able to fit the side car with a little sucking in. I know it's not going to fit everybody but this coaster is far more fat person friendly than your typical coaster. I barely fit in mummy or forbidden forest, and several rides I don't fit in at all. To say this ride isn't fat friendly does it a great disservice. I applaud the hagrid coaster for being far more fat person friendly than lost coasters.
Congrats on the weight loss. Keep up the good work.
Like I say everyone is built differently and everyone carries their weight differently. I’m very happy to hear this attraction worked out for you. However. The vast majority of larger folk will have a hard time with this coaster. Thank you so much for watching and for the weight loss encouragement
Chris Wade Thats awesome! can you fit on The Hulk/Rip Rocket?
@@joe3108 I haven't tried recently, and I've gained about 20 lbs since last time I rode either. Last time I was able to ride both but I had to use the larger seats.
I love you videos and they are a good help for me....but do we know of any videos for tall and big? Husband is 6'4" and fluffy lol
You are doing the lord's work! (only slightly kidding). This is info is so very helpful. Thank you!
I just attempted to go on this ride last night. I've never had an issue fitting on a ride but did with Hagrid's. I hadn't researched prior to going so I didn't know this was an ongoing problem.
I'm a few inches taller than the OP and about 40lbs lighter but am bottom heavy (have a big butt, hips, and thick thighs). I also have long legs, which made it very difficult to fit.
It was the most embarrassing experience at a theme park and ruined the rest of my trip.
Thank you so much for posting this! I was concerned also. I'm currently 5'5 & 225, it seems I actually might fit. Keep up the great vids.... new subscriber!
Glad to hear that this helped you out! Welcome new subscriber! Thank you so much for watching!
Can you fit on Riptide Rocket/ The Hulk?
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Thanks! How about the Rocket?
Tbh before watching this video I never really thought about heavier set people riding rides as a 5’1 and small girl ride restraints have always been too big for me😅 I’m sorry to anyone who had to wait so long only to find you can’t enjoy your time, thanks for the informative video🖤
Thank you so much for watching! I saw a lot of people wait 4 hours with me just to get turned away at the entrance when they didnt fit.
Theme Park Express That’s very sad to hear, hopefully future rides or other parks include more comfortable (while staying safe obviously) seating🖤
Uhhh where had this been my whole life??? Fat friendly guide 🤘🏻🤘🏻
I plan on making more like this in the future! Thank you for watching!
I've been to universal pretty fat and super skinny ,the seats are just generally poorly designed for the most part lol. I don't understand why comfort doesn't seem to be taken into account at any of the rides at universal. I've been to disney fat and skinny and the vast majoirty of the rides not only fit easily but fellt good to sit in.
I’m always confused when people get mad that an employee won’t let them on a rollercoaster. Some people don’t understand that workers only want you to be safe