As feared Forbidden Journey is Not for Many

[CLPClarinet]

Choices are as following:

Hagrid size
Dudley size
Vernon size
Slughorn size
Umbridge size
Grawp size
Madame Maxime size
lol....The Fat Lady size

 

[damo]

Choices are as following:

Hagrid size
Dudley size
Vernon size
Slughorn size
Umbridge size
Grawp size
Madame Maxime size
lol....The Fat Lady size

We used to say Shrek sized here on the Universal boards.

 

[CLPClarinet]

We used to say Shrek sized here on the Universal boards.

I know, just going with the Harry Potter theme =]

 

[inkkognito]

We used to say Shrek sized here on the Universal boards.

Shrek is over at the studio. Harry/Dudley/Fat Lady et. al. are IOA.

 

[CLPClarinet]

Shrek is over at the studio. Harry/Dudley/Fat Lady et. al. are IOA.

good thinkin'

;D

 

[amery]

I heard reports of people bigger than 230 lbs have ridden the ride. So I think it depends more on the way people are shaped than weight.

I am inclined to agree with your assessment on this. Being 6' 1' and pushing 230 with DW being 'fuller figured' and shorter, we are both quite mindful of the imposed restrictions on any attraction. I can't imagine that Universal would construct such a high profile attraction where only a small (literally) fraction of guests can enjoy it.

That being said, there is some credence in the arguement that one can do some self-adjusting so your weight is worth the wait.

 

[Planogirl]

Forgive me, I haven't read this whole thread, but I just wanted to post my experiences. I just returned this evening from Orlando where I traveled to with a group of 47 people. We stayed at the Hard Rock Hotel and we were allowed early entry into IoA each morning to tour the WWoHP. We rode the Forbidden Journey a couple of times each morning. The largest people in our group were men. One was 6'3" and weighs 230 lbs. The other is 6'1" and weighs 210 lbs. We also had another man that was 5'10" and weighs at least 230. All men were able to ride this ride without any problems. I didn't see anyone even being questioned or looked at funny about their size. That being said, I can see where guests that are very much larger might have a problem. The seats are boxy and there is only so much room for the shoulders. But I think the majority of the guests will be able to ride this ride.

Thanks for posting your experience. I think that you might relieve some minds.

 

[hopemax]

Every time I read a new post, I either feel relieved or flip out. I read over on OrlandoUnited.com that the chest limits are 46"-48" but over here people are saying 52". 52" I'm good, 48" still probably good, 46", that's when my girl parts have to squish and things get dicey. And it's a pain, because my band size is only 40". Wish I was a lot more flat chested.

 

[CLPClarinet]

Ace bandage those puppies!

 

[donaldduck352]

Ace bandage those puppies!

 

[schumigirl]

Oh well........time to start the diet in earnest then!!!!!

It sounds a fantastic ride, I would hate not to be able to fit in it.

I`m with Hopemax on this one.............sometimes I read reports and I`m worried......... other reports i think OK I`ll be fine.

I won`t have that white chocolate cheesecake later now....just in case!!

 

[MaleficentandGoons]

I'm a 22 bottom. And 2 XL shirt if that helps. My problem. Was bottom. I had tons of space up top

It's all so random i feel!! I'm a xl on the top 16 on the bottom. i still have baby fat to get rid of too. I'm hoping i can shed enough that i don't get pulled to the side.

 

[Mikelly1221]

I read that the restrictions at The Sum of All Thrills at EPCOT were the same as Forbidden Journey, since the ride system was the same. Does anyone know if this is true?

 

[Dawnee]

I'm proportionately big - balanced you could say, I barely fit in the hulk regular seat, and I was able to get the 3 clicks.....barely. 20 bottoms 2 or 3x tops. Not big up top if you know what I mean, saw men bigger than me get in. Hope this helps someone.

 

[bouncy54]

I'm proportionately big - balanced you could say, I barely fit in the hulk regular seat, and I was able to get the 3 clicks.....barely. 20 bottoms 2 or 3x tops. Not big up top if you know what I mean, saw men bigger than me get in. Hope this helps someone.

May I ask...how tall are you? I just posted elsewhere that I was "apple-shaped", but I don't think that's right. I'm more of a "pear-shape".. Top and bottom are about the same around. Wish I was back to my 34-24-34 figure I had as a teen... would be able to ride FJ with no problem. Alas... that was many moons..er, decades, ago.

 

[Dawnee]

oops! should have put that info in my post - i'm 5'9" 240 lbs. let me add that they did pull me out of line to sit in the test seat, they were very nice about it and had my whole family "tested". 2nd time in line, they pulled me out again, but i told them that i rode it once already and got the 3 clicks.

 

[bouncy54]

oops! should have put that info in my post - i'm 5'9" 240 lbs. let me add that they did pull me out of line to sit in the test seat, they were very nice about it and had my whole family "tested". 2nd time in line, they pulled me out again, but i told them that i rode it once already and got the 3 clicks.

Thanks Dawnee. Sounds like the length of the torso is what's giving a lot of the men problems and some of us more generously endowed females is what's giving us problems. Was the seat a tight fit for the butt?

 

[johde]

This has been an interesting discussion. I'm on the larger side, both tall and big. In the past I've had trouble with DD and Hulk. I haven't ridden FJ but some general suggestion that have helped me in the past with rides I've been close size wise.

1) Empty the pockets. A wallet in the back pocket raises you up a little bit. This can effect how the restraints fit. This is especially true on rides with lap bars line ROTM but can also be true on rides with OTSR like DD and FJ. Also don't sit on your flip flops.

2) Wear light weight clothing and ditch any extra clothing like jackets. They can make you bigger. Belts can also add unwanted girth.

3) Wear lose fitting but not baggy clothing. Tight fitting clothes can actually work against you. They will hold you in everwhere when what you want is to be "held in" just wear the restraint is at.

4) Go first think in the morning, before breakfast (and butterbeers) if possible. People are normally lightest in the morning. Believe it or not there was a time I was able to ride a ride in the morning but couldn't after eating lunch.

Hopefully these suggestion can help people out.

 

[ear_poppin]

Thanks Dawnee. Sounds like the length of the torso is what's giving a lot of the men problems and some of us more generously endowed females is what's giving us problems. Was the seat a tight fit for the butt?

Dawnee - this is the most helpful post so far - I hate to ask but would you post your measurements ??

Thanks !

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

4) Go first think in the morning, before breakfast (and butterbeers) if possible. People are normally lightest in the morning. Believe it or not there was a time I was able to ride a ride in the morning but couldn't after eating lunch.

Hopefully these suggestion can help people out.

You are also at your tallest first thing in the morning. If you think you might have an issue because of height, wait till last thing in the evening