Snowblush Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Do any of the rides have a weight restriction? I've heard some complaints from larger friends that they couldn't ride the more popular rides, for example The Beast because they were a larger person. I'm just wondering if there is any truth behind this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdawg1998 Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 There's no actual "restriction" - it's not written anywhere. But there are rides that some people just can't fit on because the restraint won't go down all the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowblush Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 Ok. I was just wondering. I haven't been in years and when I had heard that I was like wow really. That must be embarrassing for those people. Maybe they should write a weight restriction then, to save from embarrassment :-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 But it's not about weight, it's about size. You fit. Or, you don't. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKIVortex Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 On rides like The Beast and The Racer the lap bar must go down 2 clicks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shark6495 Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 my sister in law is a bigger woman in the thighs butt and lower stomach area. only ride she had trouble on was Diamondback. every other ride she was able to get on. the ride ops did their job and pushed and squeezed her in... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Sexy Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 I feel bad for those people, but there has been times on ttd where I am afraid there is going to be a riot when a person is holding up the line trying to squeeze in. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LongLiveTheSmurfRide Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 When it took a couple ride ops to shove my restraint down on Drop Tower and Diamondback I was suddenly very motivated to lose weight, and I did. I couldn't imagine being turned away from a ride, but I'm making sure that I never have to experience that. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcc Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Zephyr is the only I know of with an actual weight posted (250lbs) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hank Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 That would be something - weight restrictions at a place that mainly sells fattening foods (including blue "what-ever-it-is") 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spitfire Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 I seem to recall Firehawk having a posted weight restriction of 200 something at its entrance, unless I'm mixing it up with something else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBInternational Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 Had a friend whose dad got on Tomb Raider and didn't fit so a ride op came over and pushed down on the restraint as hard as he could until it clicked. Then he walked away and started the ride. Unfortunately he rode through the whole ride unable to breathe... (good thing he could hold his breath for a long time) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OpSonofBeast Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 The seat belts must go down at least 2 clicks. If you're to big for it to do that then you can not ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayblazer Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 When it took a couple ride ops to shove my restraint down on Drop Tower and Diamondback I was suddenly very motivated to lose weight, and I did. I couldn't imagine being turned away from a ride, but I'm making sure that I never have to experience that. I'm in the same boat last year i could barely squeeze into Diamond Back. and always needed a little push from an attendant. so I started dieting and had lost 45lbs before the start of this season. and have lost another 10 since. Good thing too because the Intamin restraints at Cedar Point were tight.. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Nemo Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 I honestly don't think attendants should be allowed to give an extra push on the restraints. If it does not meet the requirements, the mechanism should not be forced into making it work and get the required amount of click. I honestly don't understand when I see ride workers literally putting all their body weight on a restraint to make it close, it is unprofessional. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LongLiveTheSmurfRide Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 When it took a couple ride ops to shove my restraint down on Drop Tower and Diamondback I was suddenly very motivated to lose weight, and I did. I couldn't imagine being turned away from a ride, but I'm making sure that I never have to experience that. I'm in the same boat last year i could barely squeeze into Diamond Back. and always needed a little push from an attendant. so I started dieting and had lost 45lbs before the start of this season. and have lost another 10 since. Good thing too because the Intamin restraints at Cedar Point were tight.. Congrats on the loss! Yes, I knew I would not be able to ride the Intamins at the weight I was carrying. This year when I went to CP I had room to spare. Felt really good not to have to worry about it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayblazer Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 Congratulations to you as well.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I am currently too big to ride most of the rides at the park. Last year I was about 400 pounds (Not my biggest) but since then I have lost about 40 pounds and I am still too big for most, but my two visits this year so far, I have been able to fit more comfortably on the rides that I was tight on last year. I tried the test seat on Diamondback and was able to get my entire butt in the seat but still have to get rid of some inches around my stomach. But my goal is to be able to ride Diamondback by July 4. I did not have too much to go actually. But I do still have quite a bit of work to do for The Beast. Adventure Express was definately an easier fit for me this year. Its definitely a plus that Flight Deck has taken off the seatbelt restraints. I am continuing to work on it. I actually have a Facebook page dedicated to my weight loss where I talk about my primary motivation is fitting on rides again at Kings Island. Its called Stephen Transforming and my first "note" or blog on there is about the feelings of the walk of shame. I wish everyone the best of luck. We will ge there. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adventuro Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Kite eating tree has a weight restriction of 990 lbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benred23 Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I honestly don't think attendants should be allowed to give an extra push on the restraints. If it does not meet the requirements, the mechanism should not be forced into making it work and get the required amount of click. I honestly don't understand when I see ride workers literally putting all their body weight on a restraint to make it close, it is unprofessional. I Couldnt Disagree More. Im a rider of the larger Variety And if it wasnt for those ride ops doing their Jobs, I wouldnt be able to ride Diamondback. How is it Unprofessional? Its doing what you can to create an Enjoyable experience for the Guest? That sounds like professional to me 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benred23 Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I am currently too big to ride most of the rides at the park. Last year I was about 400 pounds (Not my biggest) but since then I have lost about 40 pounds and I am still too big for most, but my two visits this year so far, I have been able to fit more comfortably on the rides that I was tight on last year. I tried the test seat on Diamondback and was able to get my entire butt in the seat but still have to get rid of some inches around my stomach. But my goal is to be able to ride Diamondback by July 4. I did not have too much to go actually. But I do still have quite a bit of work to do for The Beast. Adventure Express was definately an easier fit for me this year. Its definitely a plus that Flight Deck has taken off the seatbelt restraints. I am continuing to work on it. I actually have a Facebook page dedicated to my weight loss where I talk about my primary motivation is fitting on rides again at Kings Island. Its called Stephen Transforming and my first "note" or blog on there is about the feelings of the walk of shame. I wish everyone the best of luck. We will ge there. I was right there with ya man. I couldnt ride Diamondback last year either and i was about 320. Im 290 now and the last time I rode, I was able to get that 2nd click by myself. Its a great feeling. The Only ride at KI I currently cant ride is Drop Tower. Keep At It Dude! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flightoffear1996 Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Dont the water slides have weight restrictions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Dont the water slides have weight restrictions? Zoom Flume is 1,200 pounds and Mondo Monsoon is 700 pounds. I don't know about whether any others have a weight restriction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dare-to-fly Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 I agree that the operators should be able to push on the restraints. After working at a park that was allowed to and then working at a park that was not, I can tell you that not being allowed to push is not only a large pain in the rear, it also just makes everyone mad and upset. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTW Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 I weigh less than I used to and I recently had the most comfortable Beast ride that I can remember. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanna Posted June 5, 2013 Share Posted June 5, 2013 I am always reminded of that poor man who fell out of the Superman ride in New Jersey. The bar didn't go all the way and he was flung out towards the end. The person I really feel sorry for is the patron behind him that held onto his suspenders the best they could. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted June 5, 2013 Share Posted June 5, 2013 I am always reminded of that poor man who fell out of the Superman ride in New Jersey. The bar didn't go all the way and he was flung out towards the end. The person I really feel sorry for is the patron behind him that held onto his suspenders the best they could.New Jersey?I think you mean Darien Lake. Or Six Flags New England. The NJ Superman is a B&M Flyer and has had no serious injuries, much less deaths. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Kinda Guy Posted June 5, 2013 Share Posted June 5, 2013 Nemo hit it right on the head. Back in my ride op days, I absolutely refused to put any extra effort into making large people fit. Lose weight and try again. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedevariouseffect Posted June 5, 2013 Share Posted June 5, 2013 Right..I'd help a bit to see if I could get the restraint in or if they were just having difficulty with the belt which was a usual case, but if it didn't secure, I'm not pushing or slamming you in. I'm not promoting obesity here anymore. Going from on a military base and going off base, I see a big difference in waist measurements Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTW Posted June 5, 2013 Share Posted June 5, 2013 'Murica Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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