TRON Plus sized

[scrappinginontario]

I have a bad right knee. I have to sit on the right side, so I swing my left leg. One time I tried the left side, I couldn’t bend my right knee. I had to switch.

I know this is an older thread but wanted to see if anyone had any recently feedback. I've lost about 40 pounds since last visit (Tron was not open then) calves are smaller than 19 inches. I know bucket seats are a thing but I am incredibly nervous for the bike seats.

We rode yesterday and yes, they still have the test seats outside to try prior to entering the building.

Also, while we were waiting for the regular seat, we saw someone move from the bikes to the regular seat line when they were unable to close the restraint. It was an easy move and this person was placed on the next train that had the regular seat.

 

[CarolynFH]

we saw someone move from the bikes to the regular seat line

I didn’t realize there were two lines. Where is the split? Is it at the loading dock (i.e. you tell the CM you need the seat) or earlier?

 

[mi*vida*loca]

I think calf size isn’t the only thing. If you are top heavy it can cause issues since the back won’t click in place, kind of like FOP. I’ve seen at least one person who didn’t have huge calves but big belly/breasts and they couldn’t get it to close and had to use the regular seats.

 

[mi*vida*loca]

I didn’t realize there were two lines. Where is the split? Is it at the loading dock (i.e. you tell the CM you need the seat) or earlier?

It’s where they ask how many in your party when they assign your row. You tell them you need the seat and they place you in that line. I’ve seen it where they’re the next person and where there’s a few people ahead of them.

 

[CarolynFH]

It’s where they ask how many in your party when they assign your row. You tell them you need the seat and they place you in that line. I’ve seen it where they’re the next person and where there’s a few people ahead of them.

Thank you! We’re riding for the first time today, and I’m pretty sure we’ll need the seat!

 

[jimmymc]

I didn’t realize there were two lines. Where is the split? Is it at the loading dock (i.e. you tell the CM you need the seat) or earlier?

It's the back row. You wait in the same line until you reach the platform, then tell the grouper you want the back row/regular seat.

 

[scrappinginontario]

I didn’t realize there were two lines. Where is the split? Is it at the loading dock (i.e. you tell the CM you need the seat) or earlier?

You stay in the regular line past the even/odd split. After going down both ramps, when the CM is assigning rows, those wanting the cart plus their travel party, will be placed in a separate location between the loading areas. Normally it’s not too long of a wait but occasionally it can get lengthy, especially if the group with the cart rider is large.

Yesterday the line was longer than I’d ever seen in the past! It started in the normal location near the lines to load the cars but then went through a door and would all the way back to the place where guests who have completed their ride exit!

For those interested, these are the trial cars outside the ride.

 

[CarolynFH]

Normally it’s not too long of a wait but occasionally it can get lengthy,

We were lucky, maybe because we rode in daylight on a party day, so fewer riders. At first they told us to wait by the wall, then they said you can board the next train!

It was fun!

 

[DebbieB]

I think calf size isn’t the only thing. If you are top heavy it can cause issues since the back won’t click in place, kind of like FOP. I’ve seen at least one person who didn’t have huge calves but big belly/breasts and they couldn’t get it to close and had to use the regular seats.

The back doesn’t click in place. I’ve seen people sitting straight up.

 

[scrappinginontario]

The back doesn’t click in place. I’ve seen people sitting straight up.

This is not correct - the back does click in place. Some may sit up taller than others while pulling down the handlebars to lock in the back plate but it most definitely locks.

 

[DebbieB]

This is not correct - the back does click in place. Some may sit up taller than others while pulling down the handlebars to lock in the back plate but it most definitely locks.

It allowed me to sit up and put my arms out. There is some play in it.

 

[muppets3d]

It seems like the leg lock is the biggest hindrance for Tron, sort of like Flight of Passage - so if your legs aren't as flexible or if you have big legs, you will need the back row seat that is a traditional sit-down seat sort of like Guardians. I think pretty much everyone can fit in those.

 

[mi*vida*loca]

It allowed me to sit up and put my arms out. There is some play in it. View attachment 1031323

If you are very top heavy it’s not going to work. I’ve watched it happen.

 

[scrappinginontario]

It allowed me to sit up and put my arms out. There is some play in it. View attachment 1031323

Okay yes but it’s still locked in place. Your first comment said ‘the back doesn’t click in place.’ It does click in place but that also allows some play.

I don't want parents afraid their children can fly out of the ride as your first comment appears to say this if there was no lock in place.

It’s similar to a lap bar for your back. There is some movement and room to move but at some point you will reach the point where you cannot sit any taller. I rode this twice last week so have recent experience. Yes I could sit up to a degree but at some point my back reached the point where the restraint stopped me from sitting any taller..

 

[DebbieB]

The lock is behind your knees. When you kneel into the vehicle and pull the handle forward, the bars go behind your knees and lock. That is what holds you in.

 

[goofyernmost]

I know that people get all excited about putting their hands up while riding things like Tron, but as often as it has been explained to me, I do not understand why. I think it was from the times when seat belts or other systems didn't exist to hold you in place so air time was quite different than it is now. If you look at the picture in post #51 you will see how it would be generally impossible to get the kind of airtime that the process was done to increase airtime. Before restraints, yes airtime was more significant and sometimes deadly but now it appears to be nothing more than a way to dry the sweat of one's hands. To me it looks silly and has absolutely no real effect then if the arms are down. You get exactly the same experience. So, no I don't think you are brave because you are allegedly defying gravity. You are lifting the same amount as the rest of us. However, that said if that makes your day, who am I to try and stop you. I just wish I knew if the purpose is just something that once had some real result or not just a gesture.

 

[DebbieB]

I know that people get all excited about putting their hands up while riding things like Tron, but as often as it has been explained to me, I do not understand why. I think it was from the times when seat belts or other systems didn't exist to hold you in place so air time was quite different than it is now. If you look at the picture in post #51 you will see how it would be generally impossible to get the kind of airtime that the process was done to increase airtime. Before restraints, yes airtime was more significant and sometimes deadly but now it appears to be nothing more than a way to dry the sweat of one's hands. To me it looks silly and has absolutely no real effect then if the arms are down. You get exactly the same experience. So, no I don't think you are brave because you are allegedly defying gravity. You are lifting the same amount as the rest of us. However, that said if that makes your day, who am I to try and stop you. I just wish I knew if the purpose is just something that once had some real result or not just a gesture.

That was my picture. I just like putting my arms up on the launch. Nothing really to do with airtime, you can't lift with the leg restraints. I don't have a "purpose", I just enjoy it. Ironically, my friend usually does too but didn't that time. I only posted it to prove the back cover does not lock, you can change your position. I am Plus Size and it was not an issue.

 

[goofyernmost]

That was my picture. I just like putting my arms up on the launch. Nothing really to do with airtime, you can't lift with the leg restraints. I don't have a "purpose", I just enjoy it. Ironically, my friend usually does too but didn't that time. I only posted it to prove the back cover does not lock, you can change your position. I am Plus Size and it was not an issue.

My post really was just my personal opinion of the reasons why I wouldn't and why it became something to do to begin with. The back history tells it all because it really did amount to something back before restraints were common. It did increase airtime as well as it probably started as a dare.

I don't care if someone else does it and everyone has their own reasons for doing it, just as I have my reasons for not doing it. Enjoy life in whatever way that you enjoy. I wasn't criticizing individuals I was criticizing the reason for the process that really no longer works. Even your picture shows that you were never in any danger of sitting straight up because of the restraints even though they might have had some movement, it wouldn't be enough, I wouldn't think.

 

[MyNewAP]

My post really was just my personal opinion of the reasons why I wouldn't and why it became something to do to begin with. The back history tells it all because it really did amount to something back before restraints were common. It did increase airtime as well as it probably started as a dare.

I don't care if someone else does it and everyone has their own reasons for doing it, just as I have my reasons for not doing it. Enjoy life in whatever way that you enjoy. I wasn't criticizing individuals I was criticizing the reason for the process that really no longer works. Even your picture shows that you were never in any danger of sitting straight up because of the restraints even though they might have had some movement, it wouldn't be enough, I wouldn't think.

Can't believe I'm replying to this....

People like to let go of the handlebars or restraints and have their hands floating free because it can make speed and motion feel more intense and fun if you aren't "holding on." In a confined space, it makes sense to put your arms up rather than trying to - what? hover them over your lap?

You know ... joy.

 

[goofyernmost]

Can't believe I'm replying to this....

People like to let go of the handlebars or restraints and have their hands floating free because it can make speed and motion feel more intense and fun if you aren't "holding on." In a confined space, it makes sense to put your arms up rather than trying to - what? hover them over your lap?

You know ... joy.

Hey, I already stated... Whatever floats your boat! I'm just not going to join in because I think it is silly and I get nothing out of it. Yes, I tried it once to see what the big deal was and found out it made zero difference in my enjoyment. The rest of you folks that find it a plus by all means "hands up"!