Will the CMs make my daughter take off her shoes? - The DIS Discussion Forums

famy27 · 08-22-2009, 03:47 PM

With shoes, my DD is a touch over 40 inches. This will be her first trip where she will be tall enough to ride. She is a total adrenaline junkie and can't wait to do BTMRR, Splash, Soarin (and maybe even ToT). However, I have heard that CMs will sometimes make kids take off shoes to be re-measured if they are very close to 40 inches. Has anyone actually had this happen to them, or is this an urban legend? Thanks!

Robo · 08-22-2009, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by famy27

With shoes, my DD is a touch over 40 inches. This will be her first trip where she will be tall enough to ride. She is a total adreline junkie and can't wait to do BTMRR, Splash, Soarin (and maybe even ToT). However, I have heard that CMs will sometimes make kids take off shoes to be re-measured if they are very close to 40 inches. Has anyone actually had this happen to them, or is this an urban legend? Thanks!

No shoes removed...

UNLESS they look like they have obviously been "stuffed" or have elevator soles.

famy27 · 08-22-2009, 03:57 PM

Thanks. What are elevator soles?

Kathy Z · 08-22-2009, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by famy27

Thanks. What are elevator soles?

Shoes that elevate you more than a normal sole. Think platform shoes etc.

Boardwalker · 08-22-2009, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by famy27

Thanks. What are elevator soles?

Just something short guys used to wear in the 70's... kind of like platforms for guys. I am sure Robo just read about them in a history book.

In today's vernacular you should substitute "4 inch stillettos" for "elevator soles". (I speak fluent 12 year old girl.)

Disneyholic · 08-22-2009, 04:32 PM

Hey Robo, I saw you on the show "MEDIUM" Friday night.

If you didn't happen to see it you could probably catch it online. LOL

Robo · 08-22-2009, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Disneyholic

Hey Robo, I saw you on the show "MEDIUM" Friday night.

If you didn't happen to see it you could probably catch it online. LOL

MEDIUM does not yet run on Friday nights, does it?

(It moves to Friday's on CBS (from NBC) this fall.)

I love that show!!

Which episode did you see?

Disneyholic · 08-22-2009, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Robo

MEDIUM does not yet run on Friday nights, does it?

(It moves to Friday's on CBS (from NBC) this fall.)

I love that show!!

Which episode did you see?

It was on CBS last night at 9:00 pm right after "Ghost Whisperer" I was surprised to see it on, too, because that was not what was listed on our TV program for that time. It was titled "Gassed"

I had never seen this one before, but I did miss a few at the end of the season. You were definately in it.

NYDisneyKid · 08-22-2009, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Boardwalker

Just something short guys used to wear in the 70's... kind of like platforms for guys. I am sure Robo just read about them in a history book.

nahhh,,,he watches "That 70's Show"

maxiesmom · 08-22-2009, 05:25 PM

I'm a bit worried for your daughter. If she is that close to the proper height, she may not get on. Disney is VERY strict when it comes to height measurement, and what they measure is the only thing that matters.

Try to ride any rides your daughter may be close on first thing in the morning. We all tend to shrink during the day. And have her practice standing straight and tall, and make sure she doesn't shy away from the measuring bar.

Good luck!

GoHerd1028 · 08-22-2009, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Disneyholic

It was on CBS last night at 9:00 pm right after "Ghost Whisperer" I was surprised to see it on, too, because that was not what was listed on our TV program for that time. It was titled "Gassed"

I had never seen this one before, but I did miss a few at the end of the season. You were definately in it.

I am glad to hear that we are not the only ones who like those shows. Last nights episodes were good. I had not seen wither one.

Hannathy · 08-22-2009, 06:17 PM

On the original topic.......

If she just squeaks by in shoes on the rides remember when you go to the water parks she won't be tall enough. That happened to my son. he was ok at the parks with his sandals or tennis shoes but at the water parks barefoot he just touched the underside of the bar and they wouldn't let him go down the slide.

pepperderr · 08-22-2009, 08:50 PM

We went last year for the first time. I think my son was probablly like 39.5 and pretty darn close to 40 with shoes on. He so wanted to ride BTMR. They would not let him. They didn't ever ask him to take his shoes off to be measured though...that was with shoes on. There were other rides you had to be 40 and he could still go. I would have HATED it if he couldn't have ridden SOARIN. We all road that like 4 times. It was our favorite ride...that and TSM. So at least in our case, he was allowed to ride most of the 40 inch rides but he was not allowed to ride BTMR. I can't remember if there were any others. He is very skinny for his age but I am not sure that was any factor. Good luck!

Ellielovesdisney · 08-22-2009, 09:17 PM

this is my biggest fear for our upcoming trip. DD will be 6 years old...but is TINY and is about 39.5" without shoes. I got her some sneakers with thick soles that put her well above 40"...but I am still afraid she will not get on some rides and be very disappointed.
we'll see -
holly

Caribbeanprincess · 08-22-2009, 10:17 PM

My younges nephew was measured to get onto Kali River Rapids, he was slightly under the height requirement, but they gave him the little wristband to get in. No shoes had to be taken off.

08-22-2009, 03:47 PM	#1
famy27 Earning My Ears Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 17	Will the CMs make my daughter take off her shoes? With shoes, my DD is a touch over 40 inches. This will be her first trip where she will be tall enough to ride. She is a total adrenaline junkie and can't wait to do BTMRR, Splash, Soarin (and maybe even ToT). However, I have heard that CMs will sometimes make kids take off shoes to be re-measured if they are very close to 40 inches. Has anyone actually had this happen to them, or is this an urban legend? Thanks! Last edited by famy27; 08-22-2009 at 04:07 PM.

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maxiesmom The Mean Squinty Eye Works Wonders Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: The West side of the mitten Posts: 8,097	I'm a bit worried for your daughter. If she is that close to the proper height, she may not get on. Disney is VERY strict when it comes to height measurement, and what they measure is the only thing that matters. Try to ride any rides your daughter may be close on first thing in the morning. We all tend to shrink during the day. And have her practice standing straight and tall, and make sure she doesn't shy away from the measuring bar. Good luck! __________________

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Ellielovesdisney Mouseketeer Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 355	this is my biggest fear for our upcoming trip. DD will be 6 years old...but is TINY and is about 39.5" without shoes. I got her some sneakers with thick soles that put her well above 40"...but I am still afraid she will not get on some rides and be very disappointed. we'll see - holly __________________ Holly Richard (DH), Ellie (DD), Sam (DS) AKL (1/2008),WL (1/2007), WL (9/2006), AKL (2/2006), WL (12/2005), BC (10/2004), AKL (12/2002), CSR(2/2000), POFQ (12/1998), Offsite (1993), Poly (1981), FW (1977)

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Caribbeanprincess Princess of the Caribbean Seas Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico Posts: 2,385	My younges nephew was measured to get onto Kali River Rapids, he was slightly under the height requirement, but they gave him the little wristband to get in. No shoes had to be taken off. __________________ Me 20 ~DBF:18 Trips: April 1996 - Offsite ~ July 1998 - Offsite ~ April 2006 - Offsite ~ December 2007 - Offsite ~ December 2008 -Disney's BoardWalk Inn ~ June 2009 - Disney's AllStar Music

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08-22-2009, 03:57 PM	#3
famy27 Earning My Ears Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 17	Thanks. What are elevator soles?

08-22-2009, 06:17 PM	#12
Hannathy When I stop laughing I will answer you Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 5,779	On the original topic....... If she just squeaks by in shoes on the rides remember when you go to the water parks she won't be tall enough. That happened to my son. he was ok at the parks with his sandals or tennis shoes but at the water parks barefoot he just touched the underside of the bar and they wouldn't let him go down the slide.

08-22-2009, 08:50 PM	#13
pepperderr Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 348	We went last year for the first time. I think my son was probablly like 39.5 and pretty darn close to 40 with shoes on. He so wanted to ride BTMR. They would not let him. They didn't ever ask him to take his shoes off to be measured though...that was with shoes on. There were other rides you had to be 40 and he could still go. I would have HATED it if he couldn't have ridden SOARIN. We all road that like 4 times. It was our favorite ride...that and TSM. So at least in our case, he was allowed to ride most of the 40 inch rides but he was not allowed to ride BTMR. I can't remember if there were any others. He is very skinny for his age but I am not sure that was any factor. Good luck!

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