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Does anybody remember how the lap bar works on EE? My mom wants to ride but she is afraid that it will be one lap bar for two people and my skinny little sister will go flying out! What do you think??
Tell her I hope she enjoys her ride! EE has 2 seats next to each other and each seat has its own lapbar. She can see pics of the seating here on allears. There is one review of the seating under the pictures but if she's interested, there are more recent comments on a separate page.
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I just got home from Disney and had NO prblems with any of the rides. Everything was a great fit, and I wasn't even nervous once I sat down! The only exception to this is Star Tours, where the seats are pretty small, but the seat belt is VERY long and I feel it can accomodate most everyone!
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I am a size 22 and my Hubby is 6'6" tall and a big linebacker sized guy. We did fine on everything - except for Dinosaur. DH's knees were pretty banged up by the end, but that was height more than anything else. We have 2 preschool boys and managed to Fly on Carpets, with Dumbo, and over Neverland without issue We even went Soarin' and had a blast. You'll be fine, and don't worry about how you'll look in photos or takiing it slowly at times. You're there to have fun and those who are there with you love you no matter what !
You know, kudos to gebsmom for taking the leap and putting embarrassment aside and starting this thread! GEBSMOM, look at how many people's fears have been lessened or put to rest because you took the chance! You've made so many vacations happier and more fun. On behalf of my Pooh-sized parents, DH and sis, GEBSMOM - You're the Wind Beneath Our Wi...err...Carpet Rides! Good job, Sweetie, and hope you had a MAGICAL vacation!
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My husband is pooh size and has no problem with any of the rides at Disney. The only ride I think everyone has problems with is the tea cup ride. I hate that ride I bang my knee everytime but that is the only reason. My son loves it though.
If my Pooh-Sized self rode the anti-pooh friendly Tea Cups under any circumsances, there would be a pooh-sized clean-up underway. I just can't DO spinning LOL.
I have never had a single problem with any of the rides at the world. I am 315 and carry most of my weight at my stomach and I fit in all the rides just fine. Goooo and have fun.
Hi! I am 5'1" and very pooh sized. I had no problems with most rides. I didn't ride the coasters and some of the other rides. But I had a terrible time on the Small World ride. I had a total knee replacement about 10 years ago. I had a very painful ride because I couldn' bend my knee enough to sit comfortable on such low seats.
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Ok I know some people have mentioned they are 6'2 - 6'5 I am wondering about anyone 6'9 - 6'10? My future husband and I are going for our honeymoon. He's about 300-330 as well... although me on the other hand am 5'0 its kinda funny the looks we get but ANYWAYS just wondering if I can get any advice form people that tall..
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I was in WDW in 2004 and at the time I too was "Pooh Sized" (I LOVE that term - gotta remember it). I was 285 and only 5 foot 3 inches - kind of Pooh Height too!! I found that I was able to fit in all the rides, but there were a couple where I had my DS ride with Dad, 'cause I was afraid of the bar not holding him in place (ie: Big Thunder Mountain) and since Dad is so skinny its infuriating (5'9" - 120 lbs soaking wet and eats everything in sight!!) they fit much better together. I am soooooo looking forward to our upcoming trip. I've lost 100 lbs due to gastric bypass and feel TERRIFIC. Can't wait to see how the rides feel now and how much easier it will be to walk all day and all that. Anyway - don't worry, you'll fit and you'll have a great time - I never felt self conscience about my size while there - there are a lot of Pooh sized folk and Disney knows it!!
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You all have really put my mind at ease. I am 250, 5' 7'' and carry my weight like an plus-sized Barbie doll... big boobs and big hips/thighs with less in the middle. I struggle at Six Flags so I was of course worried about Disney's rides too... I love roller coasters and so does my Pooh-sized 6-foot husband, and we would be DEVASTATED if we couldn't do EE, RnR, or any of the Mountains.
I hope that you all are right and that we'll have no trouble with things - we may be big folks, but we're young folks and like to live life to the fullest regardless of size! This thread has given me a small piece of peace of mind. Can't wait to try out your suggestions at the World!
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I love that you refer to us larger people as "Pooh sized" I have never heard that expression before and I love it especially because my favorite character is Pooh Bear (ever since I was a baby). Thank you for making me and my husband feel comfortable in our stuffing.
I'm big and tall and I worried about going on rides. I am almost six foot tall as well as "pooh-sized." I had a great time. CM's are very helpful. It is a great.
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EE has 2 seats next to each other and each seat has its own lapbar. She can see pics of the seating 
We even went Soarin' and had a blast. You'll be fine, and don't worry about how you'll look in photos or takiing it slowly at times. You're there to have fun and those who are there with you love you no matter what !
Good job, Sweetie, and hope you had a MAGICAL vacation!
DS 3 meeting his favorite lion. how sweet !
It's nice to know that WDW has taken into consideration pooh sized people. My biggest concern was the chairs in the table service restaurants?
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