Roller Shoes at Disney World

[Took]

- quietly sneeks in -
My daughter brought her brand new Heely's to WDW this summer. No one said anything. I told her that she is responsible for staying away from others, and no heelying in crowded areas. If she falls down, it is my problem, not Disney's.
We had no problems at all.
-quietly sneeks out-

but it's against the law and WDW policy...I don't understand why you would approve of her doing this.

 

[bopper]

When you go to WDW, no where does it say or show that Heely's are not allowed. There are no signs or mentions on the maps. For smoking, say, you are directed to designated areas. So at the time I was not aware it was not allowed. I agree that it is up to the Heely user to be responsible, just like it is up to ECV users to be responsible.

As far as the law, please point me to it, I would like to read it.

 

[Tiffer]

but it's against the law and WDW policy...I don't understand why you would approve of her doing this.

You don't need to understand. It's HER decision. Not to mention, she proably didn't even know that it was against the law or policy. I know I didn't the first time, now I no longer allow it. But that is my choice.

 

[kvogel11202]

Can you point me to the law? Yes, if I knew it was illegal I would not have allowed it.
And I did not buy them for her, she bought them herself.

As Orljustin said- use the search engine, on one of the other 8 bazillion (very technical term) other Heeleys threads both the law and the official reply from Disney stating they are prohibited are posted. How old is your daughter? My children save up for stuff too, but I as a parent have final approval- that's just me though. Maybe your daughter is older than they are. Oh well. I'm done debating this- I'm out!

 

[kvogel11202]

You don't need to understand. It's HER decision. Not to mention, she proably didn't even know that it was against the law or policy. I know I didn't the first time, now I no longer allow it. But that is my choice.

Sorry- one more- obeying the rules or the law- not really a choice. If you don't know that is one thing, once you know, that's it. What's the argument? Why are you taking it so personally?

 

[Tiffer]

Sorry- one more- obeying the rules or the law- not really a choice. If you don't know that is one thing, once you know, that's it. What's the argument? Why are you taking it so personally?

I am not taking it personally. It just seems so many people are perfect parents onthese boards. So many people are so quick to judge other parents and quickly state"that's what you teach your children" and question others' value systems.

They are shoes with wheels, not knives or shirts with racial slurs. Again, I don't allow my DD to wear hers b/c they are against the rules, but I don't think anyone should burn in h**L over letting their kids wear them or anyone should say they are going to physically hurt a child who is wearing them.

I wish I were so perfect and ready, able and QUALIFIED to stand in judment of others, over the little things in life.

And PS, it IS a choice, as you see so many kids with them in the parks. I am not advocating breaking the rules. I am just not going to slam others who do and don't hurt anyone else.

If it the kid is obnoxious and bumping argument, then that really has nothing to do with shoes. That is another issue. THat is just an obnoxious kid who will probably be obnoxious no matter what shoes they are wearing.

 

[curiouser]

Does anyone ever use the little "search" button up there?

Since the new search feature sucks those of us that used to live and die by the search button don't even bother anymore

To the OP: This is a very heated topic here and while many frown on them you will see them used. Ultimately you are the parent and the one to put your foot down and later explain to your children why others are still using them in the parks.

 

[kvogel11202]

I am not taking it personally. It just seems so many people are perfect parents onthese boards. So many people are so quick to judge other parents and quickly state"that's what you teach your children" and question others' value systems.

They are shoes with wheels, not knives or shirts with racial slurs. Again, I don't allow my DD to wear hers b/c they are against the rules, but I don't think anyone should burn in h**L over letting their kids wear them or anyone should say they are going to physically hurt a child who is wearing them.

I wish I were so perfect and ready, able and QUALIFIED to stand in judment of others, over the little things in life.

I guess I missed where I stated ANYWHERE I am the perfect parent? And who gets to decide which rules should be followed and which rules shouldn't? All I said was now that they know it's against the rules they are going to leave them home...don't be so sensative, it's not that big a deal. Oh, and I've decided that I'm over the whole "stand in line and wait my turn" thing, after all, I don't feel like it and where is it posted that guests MUST stand in line? I haven't seen it..... AAAHHH I'm being sucked back into this...noooooooooo........

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

I think the reason why kids where these in the parks evethough they are not allowed, is because when entering the parks the Cast Members do not search what shoes the kids wear. Since they are able to walk in them, no one would know if they are wearing roller shoes. That's the way I see it as to how kids wear them in the parks, unless someone has a different theory?

 

[Tiffer]

I guess I missed where I stated ANYWHERE I am the perfect parent? And who gets to decide which rules should be followed and which rules shouldn't? All I said was now that they know it's against the rules they are going to leave them home...don't be so sensative, it's not that big a deal. Oh, and I've decided that I'm over the whole "stand in line and wait my turn" thing, after all, I don't feel like it and where is it posted that guests MUST stand in line? I haven't seen it..... AAAHHH I'm being sucked back into this...noooooooooo........

I am not directing that statement totally to you and I apologize if it appeared that way. I am just speaking generally.

I guess the parent decides which rules to follow and which ones not to and they also have to suffer the consequences for their action and reprocussions if any exist. Maybe if WDW did something about it, this topic would end.

I don't equate cutting in line to wearing heely's. Cutting is putting another at a disvantage, wearing a certain shoe, is not.

Again, I am NOT agreeing with breaking rules, I am just saying to all STOP JUDGING EVERYONE ELSE FOR INSIGNIFCANT THINGS.

Raise your own perfect children.

 

[ely3857]

Allowed or not I saw many many children wearing them during my last trip (sept 28th-0ct 12th) but never once did any of these children bang into, bump into or trip over any other park guest.



Jodie

 

[kvogel11202]

I am not directing that statement totally to you and I apologize if it appeared that way. I am just speaking generally.

I guess the parent decides which rules to follow and which ones not to and they also have to suffer the consequences for their action and reprocussions if any exist. Maybe if WDW did something about it, this topic would end.

I don't equate cutting in line to wearing heely's. Cutting is putting another at a disvantage, wearing a certain shoe, is not.

Again, I am NOT agreeing with breaking rules, I am just saying to all STOP JUDGING EVERYONE ELSE FOR INSIGNIFCANT THINGS.

Raise your own perfect children.

I guess I didn't realize there are "levels" of rules....I also guess the old people they seem to be constantly knocking over might consider it a disadvantage. Also- I entered "roller shoes" int he search engine- a bunch of threads came up. If you want more info- go there.

 

[Tiffer]

I guess I didn't realize there are "levels" of rules....I also guess the old people they seem to be constantly knocking over might consider it a disadvantage. Also- I entered "roller shoes" int he search engine- a bunch of threads came up. If you want more info- go there.

I've seen the threads.

Of course there are levels of rules, I don't equate breaking the heely law with rape or molestation, nor does any rational person, or the legal system for that matter. I've never heard of anyone gettinig 10 to life for Heely-ing in the state of FL.


FYI-I have NEVER seen anyone on heely's knocking people over, certainly not "constantly". You make it sound like a mosh pit.

Point: Let her raise her own kids.
I don't advocate rule breaking, for the 4th time. All I'm saying is I'm not going to judge, flame, report or trip her or anyone for letting a well-behaved child wear them to a park or anywhere else. If WDW deceides to have reprocussions for the rule breaking, then the rule breaker has to suffer that consequence.

 

[rie'smom]

Apparently,it's going to take a kid wearing heeleys accidentally running into someone,knocking them over and hurting them. The someone will find a lawyer and open a can of whipass on Disney. Florida law is not being enforced on Disney property therefore Disney is responsible yada yada --you'd think that Disney was a little more savvy.

 

[BarbaraK]

I didn't mean to ruffle so many feathers by asking this question. My Grand-Nephew was thinking of taking a pair of Heely's with him on his trip to WDW. I said I would ask to see if Disney allowed them. I got my answer. NO!!!!!

Thank you for your responses,

Barbara

 

[Mono~rail]

The fur is flying again today!

 

[chipndales]

We saw several kids with them on. My daughter wore hers the first day, found they were just too heavy for non-skating moments, and ditched them for Crocs the rest of the time. No one bothered the kids with them on that we saw though.

 

[Sammie]

Apparently,it's going to take a kid wearing heeleys accidentally running into someone,knocking them over and hurting them. The someone will find a lawyer and open a can of whipass on Disney. Florida law is not being enforced on Disney property therefore Disney is responsible yada yada --you'd think that Disney was a little more savvy.

I have seen children asked to remove them. I also saw a parent get rude about thier child being asked and they were asked to leave the park and come ack with appropriate foot wear.

As to enforcement, Disney truly should not have to strong arm enforce all of their rules, that is why they are posted. If Disney did not feel there was a good reason for not allowing the shoes then they would not have the policy.

 

[Accentuate+]

We had a big time with them. I let all six of my kids wear them, that way the 7 year old could pull the 3 year old by his harness. Made cutting in line at the Safari ride soooo much easier. They were great on the hills at the Poly when we pool hopped over there and on the paths at POR when we ran in there to refill our 2002 Pop Century mugs. People would get all cranky when we explained that we couldn't stand on the bus while wearing them and wouldn't be giving up our seats...some people!
Sorry, inside joke.

To the original poster - very responsible of you to consider that these shoes might not be the best choice or an allowable choice and to do your research. They are 'officially' not allowed at the parks or resorts and I've seen many CMs ask the kids to remove the wheel. That being said you probably will see them at some point and have to explain to your kids why they have to obey the rules if the other kids didn't. Most parents have this speech ready at a moment's notice, though.
I can see where people wouldn't know they were not allowed and if you'd never been to Disney and encountered the crowds you might not realize how ill advised wearing them would be even if they were allowed.
Hope you enjoy your trip.

Oh, my favorite was the boy (10 or 11) with a cast on one arm and heelies on his feet zipping around the POR lobby. A CM asked him (no parents in sight) to please stop as they didn't want him to break his other arm.

 

[SueM in MN]

I think the reason why kids where these in the parks evethough they are not allowed, is because when entering the parks the Cast Members do not search what shoes the kids wear. Since they are able to walk in them, no one would know if they are wearing roller shoes. That's the way I see it as to how kids wear them in the parks, unless someone has a different theory?

I think you are right.
This is what we noticed when we were at WDW last week
You can tell kids are wearing them when they start rolling by you. By the time you figure out that the child is rolling, he/she is either gone or has stopped rolling and then you are not sure which child it was. So, unless the CM sees it, they would not be able to do anything.