Radiator spring racers 48 inch height requirment-Verified to 40"

[miss.potatohead]

People need to realise that, whatever the height restriction is, it is there for a reason (even if it is questionable). Disney don't just 'exclude' kids under X height because they get joy out of seeing kids walking away crying too short to ride, it's because at the end of the day the safety of their patrons is their priority.

 

[DebbieB]

People need to realise that, whatever the height restriction is, it is there for a reason (even if it is questionable). Disney don't just 'exclude' kids under X height because they get joy out of seeing kids walking away crying too short to ride, it's because at the end of the day the safety of their patrons is their priority.

I agree, it's for safety. The choice is do they "tame it" to make it for a lower height or "pump it up" and require a taller height. My vote is to "pump it up", those kids will grow and be able to ride it.

 

[DLR29]

I agree that DL is for all ages; however, adults can ride and enjoy the "kiddie" rides, but the kids cannot enjoy the more grownup rides. So in that regard, DL is not for everyone. I have no problem with there being rides that exclude small kids, like Screamin', but all the rides in CarsLand should be available to all ages because Cars is a kid's thing.
I do understand that Disney wants to draw in the adults because they are the ones that spend the money.

While I won't comment on the OP because the poster was the one who started a controversial thread about height requirements only a couple days ago...

I will comment on the idea that "Cars is a kid's thing". While I don't think that the height requirement will be 48", I don't agree that Cars is a kid's thing. And this is certainly not Disney's mentality either. At both Disneyland Paris and Hong Kong Disneyland they have "Toy Story Playland" (a land dedicated to Toy Story themed stuff, similar to Carsland) with a ride with a height requirement of 1.2m (~48")...Should all of the rides in Toy Story Playland be rideable to all ages because Toy Story is for kids? Sorry if it's not convenient for your family. Kids will grow. Radiator Springs Racers will still be there.

 

[bumbershoot]

Well I called Disneyland this morning and a man told me that it will be 48 inches. I checked there website and while it doesn't say 48 inches, I did find something interesting. Last week when I checked on side of page where it should say height requirments,it said something like mild and kids ride. That has all changed it now simply says thrill ride and doesn't that mean for old kids. Any opinions?

A random phone CM may or may not have good information. They are offsite, they are NOT privy to info that hasn't been released yet, and as I know very well from working customer service and listening to the most bizarre things coming out of my coworkers' mouths...some people will just make stuff up.

Disney's website is KNOWN for being horrid. It breaks, it's got bad info. Someone posted the other day a link to a site that shows a ride has FP, when it doesn't (can't recall if that's DLR or WDW though).

Everyone planning a trip for the opening is in the same boat. No one knows exactly what's going on. And no amount of stressing about it is going to change it. All anyone can do is wait for them to announce it.

Someone in the other thread mentioned that they might not even *know* at this time. It seems very similar to Test Track, but CA and FL laws are different. Indy and Dinosaur have different heights even though they are almost the same ride. At the CA Disney resorts kids can't go down pool slides with life jackets on, but at WDW they can, and they can be much younger to go down pool slides than at the CA Disney resorts.

And don't make the mistake of including Space Mountain in "but Disneyland is lower", because they are such different rides. Themed and named the same, but the track and the vehicles are different.


Test Track is 40". IT is *also* a thrill ride. It's like being in a convertible going 60mph at one point. Thrilling! It's listed in the same way that RAdiator is, starting at "kids" and going up from there. It's not for *little* kids, because TT has shoulder belts. Those don't work for *little* kids.

Will it be the same height in CA? Maybe, maybe not. They might not know yet. It's as simple as that. Even if the safety people know, it might not be official enough to be given to the website people. And the website people then have to be on the ball enough (laughing hard here) to get the info up in a timely fashion.


You told your child, and now you don't know if he can ride. It won't be the first time a parent has had an "oops" moment and it won't be the last. "I'm sorry kiddo, I made a mistake, and it turns out you'll need to wait until you're x" to ride this, let's go do something else" (though I do recommend having an idea in mind for the "something else").

DS was just a hair under the limit for Grizzly once, and while hubby went on it, I took DS into the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail. Where the cool attractions in there are for 42" and above. UGH. Mistakes happen!

If the height requirement is too high for your child, well it sounds like you'll be going again, so it's something to shoot for. It'll be OK.

 

[larina]

Well I called Disneyland this morning and a man told me that it will be 48 inches. I checked there website and while it doesn't say 48 inches, I did find something interesting. Last week when I checked on side of page where it should say height requirments,it said something like mild and kids ride. That has all changed it now simply says thrill ride and doesn't that mean for old kids. Any opinions?

Since you asked, my opinion is that you're making yourself nuts over this. I know it is hard but just relax and enjoy planning and taking your trip. You're going to give yourself an ulcer.

 

[jaakna]

It was posted by Disney 40 inches for RSR.

 

[mrswh]

A few years ago when it was under construction, Disney put it out there that the height requirement would be 40 inches. Things could change, yes - I guess we'll see in a few weeks!

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...ings-racers-is-on-track-to-star-at-cars-land/

To the posters that are saying people are getting too worked up about it, keep in mind this is a board about Disneyland. I'm sure many posters are like me, and pop in for a diversion from time to time. When you're talking about only one topic on a board, you tend to get into minute details. It doesn't mean anyone is freaking out or too concerned - speculation is something we all do to entertain our minds. If you think speculation is a waste of time, move on to another thread!

 

[cyclenut]

I agree that DL is for all ages; however, adults can ride and enjoy the "kiddie" rides, but the kids cannot enjoy the more grownup rides. So in that regard, DL is not for everyone. I have no problem with there being rides that exclude small kids, like Screamin', but all the rides in CarsLand should be available to all ages because Cars is a kid's thing.
I do understand that Disney wants to draw in the adults because they are the ones that spend the money.

Whether 40" or 48", the notion that Disney should not make any rides in CarsLand such that it excludeds young children is silly. Right next door is Bugs Land in which nearly all rides are geared for and appropriate for young children. Add to that the other rides in CarsLand that can be ridden and I find not trouble with this at all.

This is a huge expansion and if Disney made CarsLand into just another version of BugsLand, then they would be very disappointed with the draw.

The Cars movie appealed to all audiences, much like most Disney movies. The whole concept of Route 66 is lost on kids but the under-story is meant for adults. That is part of the magic of Disney movies. There is something in it for everyone.

If the height requirement excludes some kids, it will be something for them to look forward to on another visit. Simple as that.

 

[tinkermomma]

To the posters that are saying people are getting too worked up about it, keep in mind this is a board about Disneyland. I'm sure many posters are like me, and pop in for a diversion from time to time. When you're talking about only one topic on a board, you tend to get into minute details. It doesn't mean anyone is freaking out or too concerned - speculation is something we all do to entertain our minds. If you think speculation is a waste of time, move on to another thread!

 

[A Small World]

The Cars movie appealed to all audiences, much like most Disney movies. The whole concept of Route 66 is lost on kids but the under-story is meant for adults. That is part of the magic of Disney movies. There is something in it for everyone.
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I agree. I loved the Movie Cars and commented at the time that most of the jokes and references were geared towards adults rather than children.
I think the characters are loved by children but the story was more adult - references to Filmore as a hippy, route 66, the campervans in massive crowds - all the humour here is lost on children

 

[Malcon10t]

It was posted by Disney 40 inches for RSR.

Where?

 

[longtimedisneylurker]

It was posted by Disney 40 inches for RSR.

Where?

Comments section of a Disney parks blog posted almost 2 years ago.
http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...ings-racers-is-on-track-to-star-at-cars-land/

I wouldn't put much stock in something like that. Things change. Mistakes get out there. Whatever.

I've seen a recent (this month) OC Register article saying 42 inches.
http://ocresort.ocregister.com/tag/radiator-springs-racers/

I'd be more inclined to believe this since it's more recent, but still is that the real number?

As I said about the Matterhorn, we're not going to know until Disney actually wants us to know, which may very well be when the ride opens for its first preview days next month.

 

[ktlm]

When we went in 2010, I'm pretty sure the HR for Test Track was only 40" - my 5-yr-old was able to ride it. She made 46" at about 6.5 years.

Test Track is 40 inches. DD has been riding it (under protest) since she was 3. I would be surprised if the CA version has a 48 inch height requirement. Sometimes the height requirements are different at DL/CA then at WDW, (Such as Indiana Jones 46 inches v. Dinosaur 40 inches, which is the same ride vehicle and type track), but I would be surprised if Radiator Springs was more than a 42 inch height.

 

[Malcon10t]

Test Track is 40 inches. DD has been riding it (under protest) since she was 3. I would be surprised if the CA version has a 48 inch height requirement. Sometimes the height requirements are different at DL/CA then at WDW, (Such as Indiana Jones 46 inches v. Dinosaur 40 inches, which is the same ride vehicle and type track), but I would be surprised if Radiator Springs was more than a 42 inch height.

Florida and California have vastly different OSHA rules. I know Florida has specific laws preventing rides from a certain height. And while ride vehicles and tracks may be similar, the laws of the state and how the ride actually performs will determine the height requirement.

 

[taaren]

This will be our first trip where DS5 is over 42", even though we go every year, so he is very excited to be able to ride GRR since in past years he has loved standing on the splash landing and waving at us. He's still intimidated by Space, Big Thunder, and Splash even though he's been tall enough for those the last few years. I'm not sure he'll even want to go on RSR, and if the height requirement is 42" I'll be thrilled. If not, I'll check him into Pinnochio's workshop for at least an hour or so one day so I can go on it myself. In the meantime I'm sure he'll love Luigi's tires and watching RSR from Flo's V8 Cafe.

I'll be watching these boards eagerly to see if anybody has official news about what the actual height is since I'd love to ride RSR not solo. Disney isn't going to control what the height requirement is, its government agencies who you pay tax dollars to, to look out for your best interests, and for the safety of your kids in this case.

Relax and enjoy the ride (those of us that are tall enough). If you can't enjoy this ride there are plenty of other rides your kids can get excited about to ride. Its all about attitude.

 

[subtchr]

To the posters that are saying people are getting too worked up about it, keep in mind this is a board about Disneyland. I'm sure many posters are like me, and pop in for a diversion from time to time. When you're talking about only one topic on a board, you tend to get into minute details. It doesn't mean anyone is freaking out or too concerned - speculation is something we all do to entertain our minds. If you think speculation is a waste of time, move on to another thread!

While I agree in general - speculation and minutiae are what make this board entertaining! - the problem is that the OP of this thread (and another about height requirements) DOES seem to be "freaking out" and "too concerned". She has posted that she may cancel her trip if her child is not tall enough to ride these rides.

While I can sympathize with her frustration, as there are MANY of us who find the inconsistencies in answers we get from phone customer service reps at Disney maddening, the bothersome thing is that she seems to get upset when no one here can give her a definitive answer.

There is so much to do and see at DLR for all ages and sizes that I can't even imagine canceling a trip over a height requirement, but that is my own opinion. I hope she gets the answer she wants and ends up having a wonderful trip.

ETA: Out of sheer curiosity, I just called, and the CM told me the Matterhorn will be 35", she did not know what the restraints would be like, and that they have not announced the height requirements for any Cars Land attractions. She suggested calling back next week. So take that with as much confidence as any other call to DLR GS!

 

[disneychrista]

Test Track is 40" I can't see why RR would be any different.

 

[Malcon10t]

Test Track is 40" I can't see why RR would be any different.

Because the governing agencies are 2 different entities? Just like IJ and Dino are similar, but in differing states with differing regulations.

 

[indygirl99]

Another thing to think about is the law of physics. The law of physics does NOT take into account "I told my son/daughter they could ride the ride".

I see some parents coaching their child to "stand tall" or picking shoes with a big heel so their slightly under height child can ride a ride.

Those height requirements are out there for a reason.

I cringe when I see some tiny children being thrown around and whipped back and forth on a ride and fear what we are doing to their poor little bodies.

Sometimes we have to just say "no" to our children or as another poster said we have to say "sorry I made a mistake" you can't ride this one now you will have to wait untill you are older/bigger.

California laws are much stricter than Florida laws as witnessed by the emission laws for cars.

 

[deanimal]

I wouldn't be surprised if they're currently fine tuning the ride as they test it and that is why there is conflicting or absent info right now. It's probably quite an art to balance the "thrill" factor with the safety requirements.

I personally am really hoping that they can keep it at 40 inches, or 42 at the most. I agree with some previous posters that making a ride so appealing to a certain age group, then making it off limits is a little, well, unfair for lack of a better word. (I don't expect everyone to agree with me, just my opinion.) We come from families that are blessed with the gift of petite-ness, and both my husband and I were about 9 or 10 years old before we hit 48 inches. I'm all for safety and height requirements, but there's a HUGE difference between 40 and 48 inches. Of course they can't all be kiddie rides, but other 40 inch rides in the park show you can pack a lot of thrills into rides that the younger kids can enjoy.

If I want the really wild thrill rides I'll go to Six Flags. When I go to Disneyland I'm expecting the majority of rides to be for the whole family.