Is Carowinds Fat Friendly?

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Printable Carowinds Plus Size Guide: carowinds.fattestedtravel.com...
A Full Walkthough of Carowinds for plus size guests.
This was my home park growing up and the first place I took a walk of shame off of a ride. It took me over 20 years to return to a theme park. So fat testing this theme park has special meaning to me.
Special thanks to Carowinds for setting me up with tickets, meals, and parking to do this review.
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00:00 Welcome to a Fat Tested Walkthrough of Carowinds
00:30 Carolina Skytower
01:46 Thunder Striker/ The Intimidator
03:02 Kiddy Hawk
04:03 Flying Ace Balloon Race
05:06 Peanuts Pirates
06:13 Woodstock Whirly Birds
07:25 Wilderness Run
08:00 Woodstock Express
10:34 Pigpen's Mud Buggies
10:57 Camp Bus
11:38 Kite Eating Tree
11:44 Peanuts Trailblazers
11:50 Snoopy Vs. Red Baron
12:02 After Burn Rollercoaster
13:02 Nighthawk
14:15 Windseeker
14:44 Copperhead Strike
18:32 Windstar
19:40 Gear Spin
20:57 Hover and Dodge
22:32 The Airwalker
24:05 Air Racers
24:21 Gyro Force
24:32 Mountain Gliders
26:05 Boo Blasts On Boo Hill
26:58 The Scrambler
28:00 The Grand Carousel
28:23 Vortex Roller Coaster
28:51 Fury 325 Rollercoaster
29: 36 Scream Weaver
30:30 The Hurler Rollercoaster
31:38 Drop Tower Scream Zone
32:29 Carolina Cyclone Coaster
33:32 Ricochet Roller Coaster
34:16 Carolina Goldrusher Rollercoaster
35:39 Flying Cobras Boomerang Coaster
37:39 Electro Spin
38:45 Do-Si-Do
39:25 Rock N Roller

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@brianstokes5300 2 месяца назад

Found you totally by accident and this hit home for me. I did the exact same walk of shame at Carowinds about 15 years ago and still struggling today. Thank you so much for what you are doing. The words of encouragement in the video really touched my heart and helped me with my struggles. Thank you once again.

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

You honestly got me teared up. Thank you.

@michaelshannon2880 Месяц назад

Thank you for doing this. My wife and I are a bit on the larger side, worried we may not fit. Because of you, we are now able to set expectations for rides we may actually be able to ride. We're both heavier set, I'm 5'8 260 lb and she's 5'6 240 lb so we'll see how this goes!

@Johnnahall 2 месяца назад

I think we all remember our first "walk of shame". Mine was Wicked Twister at Cedar Point. I was going to ride with my little brother. He was already buckled in when they pulled me off. He got off the ride and told me it sucked anyway.

@jayntorie 2 месяца назад

Same exact ride for me too😢 I'll never forget the embarrassment

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

I’m sorry to hear that

@KicknKvnMotto 2 месяца назад

I been fat shamed off a ride in the past I can admit I cried before now I have been going to theme parks enough I don’t let it bother me. if they don’t have a test seat I’ll try the ride. I don’t let the shame bother me, other guests don’t know you and you don’t know them and they won’t even remember or care after you or them get off that ride. You do what makes you happy, I thank you for doing these videos. I’m 5’11” 315 lbs i have a few videos I have done myself at a few parks. You do a great job so keep up the good work. Hopefully I can help you if you ever visit my home park Frontier City.

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you so much and keep being bold.

@_.lifewithmya935 7 дней назад

omgg that’s me and my cousins on the light blue ride that’s spins with you i remember you recording !!💕

@oribitspace 2 месяца назад

I'm glad you came back after all those years! You absolutely are helping so many people. I can say that the haters saying that should of been a wakeup call didn't know you then or now. I was a child when I had my first experience now fitting on a ride and I didn't have a wakeup call because I was so young. I'm so grateful there are people like you and others who are going out and making people like me feel like we deserve to have fun and not be shamed. It is so refreshing. Thank you so so so much!

@PTrading-rh7zv 2 месяца назад

100% agree with the points you made about shame as a motivator. Shame fades away and old habits resurface. But when you approach it from the aspect of it holding you back from things you really want to do, it hits home and stays with you. Good luck and thanks for the videos.

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you

@ual60515 2 месяца назад

I got a lot of respect for you brotha!! Keep up the great work, absolutely love these videos!!

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you so much

@anonanon8507 Месяц назад

So nice of you to visit parks for others to know if they would be able to ride certain rides. ❤ your heart and your videos.

@amandaperkins4480 Месяц назад

Thank you so much for your videos! You are helping many others like us! Love your positivity on the issue! Keep up the great work!

@jackfrostwonderland Месяц назад

I found your video since I come from a family of wanderlust. I really like your approach to taking 1 for the team with your travel vlogs. Instant sub.

@BeanChildIsSlay Месяц назад

I’m not plus size (I actually don’t feel secure on certain rides because I’m small) but i do appreciate that you did this, I can’t imagine having to walk off a ride.you are insanely brave. What you said on airwalker I do understand. It would be really awkward with kids if you are plus sized. Luckily that one ain’t dangerous XD. Appreciate your bravery!

@PMKiddy 2 месяца назад

Thank you so much for doing what you do. I am a plus size woman who's been obese since the age of 7 because of undiagnosed thyroid problems. I'm now starting to lose weight again and have recently lost about 60lbs. I have been flirting with the idea of going to Holiday World or Cedar Point or somewhere in the midwest. If you'd enjoy a companion to help you film and encourage you along, let me know! I still remember having to get off a roller coaster and my walk of shame at age 13 at Kings Dominion in Virginia. Was heartbreaking, embarrassing, and it's so hard to think about going to try again. But your videos have helped me so much with the preparation!.

@catkid14 2 месяца назад

Best wishes for your health

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you so much and I’m glad they are helpful. Congratulations on the weight loss.

@bloodbought6809 2 месяца назад

Love the encouraging words in this video brother!

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Glad you enjoyed!

@extravagantformulas7517 2 месяца назад

Dude I’m planning a trip to Carrie da with my girlfriend and I’ve gained weight due to family loss/grief. It’s been a year since I’ve visited and your videos have given me so much insight into the potentials of my visit and what to expect. Thank you so much!!!! You are an absolute blessing!!! 🙏🏽

@bloodbought6809 2 месяца назад

Thank you so much for doing this my brother!

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you for watching

@bloodbought6809 2 месяца назад

@@fattestedtravel yessir! I finally finished it too! My favorite parts are when you talk about your history of going there sure but mainly when you talk about your challenges of weight loss and life and so on because I and my wife face them too. We want to lose inches(don’t care about the weight number as much) so we can more easily enjoy experiences and rides… we LOVE Disney and we simply can’t do a few of the rides yet… and universal would be nice to do as well(your universal video recently tho was encouraging because maybe I can ride a few more than i thought anyway) Sorry for the long comment… thank you again!

@bunnybuns7399 2 месяца назад

Thank you so much for what you do. I am a plus sized woman and I've been so scared to get on rides that I've never been on but seeing you ride them gives me that confidence to just give it a try. Thank you so much. I appreciate you. ❤

@loriloonj4904 2 месяца назад

I just found your channel. I'm plus sized also. I'm 49 around 340pds. I cannot walk far so I am so happy seeing you walking so much. I would have to use a scooter to get around a theme park but I don't want to go to them because I feel sad I have to pay full price to not even enjoy many of the rides. Keep your videos coming. You are amazing!!! Love your channel!!

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

If you’re worried about it, I will try Disney as a starting point it’s the most accessible

@deanna18ify 5 дней назад

Thank you so much for the work you do!!!!

@alisiamondragon3013 2 месяца назад

Thank you for doing this so I know what I’m gonna be walking into. My first walk of shame was 8 years ago at carowinds in front of my whole family and I wanted to cry. That day has scarred me. I’m supposed to go to Carowinds this weekend. I don’t want to go, but I’m making myself do it.

@ChaseRthrfrd 2 месяца назад

Good video Man, keep going and doing your thing!

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you I really appreciate that

@timjackson7588 2 месяца назад

Thank you for sharing your heartfelt beginning of your journey, I have taken that walk of shame a few times and it is never fun!!

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you!

@amberbryant8141 2 месяца назад

Thank you sharing your new video. I’m plus size and short leg too. I never visit Carowinds yet.

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Hopefully this helps prepare you for your visit

@TruCal-zk6cn 2 месяца назад

Jason,keep walking all those fun steps! You’re a kind soul. 😞❤️

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you

@bloodbought6809 2 месяца назад

After burn or “top gun” was my favorite ride back in the day… I may not fit on it now tho

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Hope you do. I didn't realize that was Top Gun.

@HopeSmalls Месяц назад

I remember go told at my state fair I was too big to fit on the ride and I was shaking the ride. I was so embarrassed. It was like in front of people oh my God I never went back in 18 years.

@TheRealninjadojopcgames Месяц назад

Hey man, I checked out your channel and I love it you’re so inspiring and you have good energy for RU-vid. One thing though, I rode the bumper cars and I’m not super plus size, I’m like 290 something but it’s a mix of fat and muscle and I was able to ride bumper cars without even wearing the restraint

@Jeannn22 2 месяца назад

Thank you so much for your encouraging words what you said was really inspiring 🙂

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

You are so welcome!

@monkeysteinel 2 месяца назад

Last time I went there a worker shamed me in front of everyone said I was too big for the ride. I’m not huge I have big legs. But it ruined my whole trip and I’ve been too embarrassed to ride another ride since. I know it’s a first world problem but ugh.

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

I don't know if all the staff know how to deal with people that don't fit, but thankfull no one purposely shamed me. I'm so sorry that happened to you.

@stephenbrink1079 Месяц назад

Thanks for doing this! I'm wishing you the best. Not to overstep, but I started Monjouro and have lost 30 lbs so quickly. I understand it's pricey unless you have a condition that warrants the medication. Best of luck!

@saviccitheonly9553 Месяц назад

How it affects the taxes if you work there: you have to file for both states. You also can’t work in some areas because of the different laws.

@sunshinegriffin1129 18 дней назад

Thank you for this. I now know what I can ride and can't ride. I won't feel like I'm wasting my money.

@bloodbought6809 2 месяца назад

Holy cow you're so close to us! We used to go to Carowinds 2-3 times a year or at least once a year! I haven't been like 20+ years I think... lets see whats up!

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

I grew up going there myself

@bloodbought6809 2 месяца назад

@@fattestedtravel so I learned from the start of your video!(that I haven’t finished yet lol)

@Urbank06 2 месяца назад

What do you use to record?

@JSKIITV Месяц назад

Good video thanks

@heatherkellogg9063 2 месяца назад

I love watching your videos and you showing that bigger people can have fun too

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you for watching I really appreciate it!

@GalsGotMoxie 2 месяца назад

Thank you so much for doing these! I appreciate your honesty and candor ❤

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

You are so welcome!

@breezyvibe 5 дней назад

They should have one car or one row on every ride that accommodates a larger rider. That just makes sense.

@ThemeParkAngel 9 дней назад

I would be so mad if I got the seat belt to work on so many rides yet not be able to ride. These parks need to do better

@Roythe13th 2 месяца назад

Silver Dollar City would be a good choice since its similar to Dollywood but with some different rides. Also Kennywood which has a lot of unique and older rides.

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

I’m hoping to do both of these at some point. Silver dollar city is definitely on my list. I have been before but it’s been a long time.

@leo_fodao 2 месяца назад

Can you do Sea World San Diego, Knotts Berry Farm Anaheim, Six Flags California, Universal Studios California?

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

If this video gets 10 million views, I can definitely afford to do that :-)

@alliematelski1767 2 месяца назад

You're my favorite fat tested channel but also a very good amusement park channel!❤❤

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

That's a great compliment! Thank you!

@mikeray5151 2 месяца назад

Hey man i love your videos you do a great job your right my cousin bullied me cause of my weight and i ate more until i was hospitalized and after that wake up call im in the gym 3 times a week man i was 312 lbs now im 249 in 3 months so thank you and keep on livin man livin alright alright alright

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you and may your health journey be for you and no one else!

@pinkjellybean4019 2 месяца назад

Another awesome video ❤️ thanks again, Jason!!

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you!

@Toddimusprimal 2 месяца назад

Thankyou for doing these. Both my wife and I are both larger and it gives us a good guide. I used your video from universal for my trip last year in fact.

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

That is awesome!

@shashasparks8500 2 месяца назад

I failed after burn and but I made it on night hawk. Some rides you’ll make and some you wont

@shashasparks8500 2 месяца назад

By the way I used to be 425 and I lost a lot of weight I’m 315 now. My goal for next time is to be 50lbs more. I got this. I was proud that I rode a lot of them. Y’all just try it Fr. And thanks for this video.

@sheilaraynor7726 Месяц назад

i rode afterburn b2b as a plus size woman bc my problem with rides are my thighs. shoulder harnesses fit well. but lap bars are NOT my friend.

@sarah_marsden 2 месяца назад

Gosh that must have been a tough day trying so many rides but hardly getting on anything 😭 xx

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Hopefully it helps other people know what they can fit on and ride

@albertsmarowsky Месяц назад

Would love to see you at Knoebels in Elysburg, PA

@Gamingandmore-y2s 7 дней назад

The main question is the tax’s effect of the park right

@peekaboo7424 2 месяца назад

Enjoyed this video. Thank you so much 🦋

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you for watching!

@donaldderp3878 Месяц назад

OK, this is great that you are doing this, but... it seems that people will need a frame of reference to know how big you are, right? I am 5'8" and 275 lbs, and probably smaller than you, but it is not possible to tell without knowing more info.

@jamesnorton37 10 дней назад

im not fat but good to know this info incase i decide to be fat later in life! love the content!

@TheOneAndOnlyCash 2 месяца назад

I was just at Kings Dominion last weekend......I'm 5'11 and 344 lbs. I used to be close to 600 lbs. I had weight loss surgery last July. I've lost quite a bit of weight but still.....Cedar Fair parks are definitely not fat friendly at all! Even with my weight loss, they only cater to the smaller bunch. However Disney World accommodated me with EVERYTHING. I even rode Tron and Guardians of the Galaxy. I'm gonna keep pushing to lose to get to my goal of 250

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Congratulations on the weight loss

@haydenm315 9 дней назад

Also found you by accident trying to learn more about the park. You're a god to the other fat people and saving them from the disappointment, especially on the kid rides. Getting shamed in front of your kid has got to be the worst. Amusement parks are excellent exercise. I hope you can drop some lb's, come back, and ride everything you weren't able to fit on, in due time. I'm not fat but picked up a bunch of lbs over Covid. What worked for me as a 45 year old with a bad back and hip was being fed up with feeling like shit, and intermittent fasting. Cut out breakfast except for coffee. Don't eat after 7, and try not to eat your first meal until noon. Don't starve yourself but also don't try to make up the calorie deficit. If you're a beer drinker, only do that friday-saturday. You can smoke weed, but don't do that and drink at the same time.. It's food kryptonite. 6 months later you'll fit on more rides. Thank you and good luck.

@LunarNagito 2 месяца назад

Can you test out Holiday World and Splashing Safari? It’s in Santa Claus Indiana.

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

I hope to make it out there

@alliematelski1767 2 месяца назад

I always look forward to new posts!

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

I appreciate that so much

@conniespier6090 2 месяца назад

You're awesome Jason. I love how you don't just shrink away even if it looks small, you still try. Amazing.

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you so much!

@christinemarkus1980 2 месяца назад

Please try Cedar Point and Kings Island!😊

@wakcedout Месяц назад

most family rides will pass a "fat test" as they are more accomodating due to being low force for small children. the bigger rides not being accomodating to larger guests is down to they design for average and its a safety issue. and i will say that a recent visit to my home park of six flags great america having an old ride i rode as a kid called american eagle, i tried to get on and had to take a walk of shame with my wife, but and i dont know if you had this at that time. im taking it as a changing moment of wanting to lose weight so i can renjoy the ride. even tho my wife called it shameful as we walked away, i laughed but inside i knew i needed to change something. im not going to let the weight i gained stop me from enjoying life. im 42 and i want to be near my weight i dropped down to when i was 23 to join the usaf. 190 pounds is unrealistic but i think i can get to 250 or 240. havent checked a scale so i dont know exactley where im at....but im worried its over 300. being tall lets my body hide it so the gain sneaks up on me. my suggestion if you are a big person like me and the video producer here and want to enjoy the more exciting rides....make it a motivation to lose the pounds and be able to enjoy the rides.

@fraudsarentfriends4717 Месяц назад

Rollercoasters aren't very wheelchair friendly either. Carowinds got rid of many rides that could have easily been made more accessible to make space for Rollercoasters. Terrible management decisions.

@amberr5747 2 месяца назад

I remember when Carrowinds had smurf island. I have a really good picture of papa smurf coming down the slide with me and another little girl.

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

That's cool. I feel like I very faintly remember that.

@ts4gv Месяц назад

hope you achieve your weight loss goals & get to ride these someday. carowinds is a great park.

@HopeSmalls Месяц назад

Busch garden Williamsburg,Virginia

@thrillrides1012 2 месяца назад

Do cedar point Kings Island Kings Dominion Busch gardens Williamsburg

@finnlusk4946 4 дня назад

maybe its a sign how you cant in most of the rides?

@Hperm-Cubes Месяц назад

Go to cedar point

@mrmayjr28 2 месяца назад

Coming from a big guy trying to lose weight. You are brave. 😊

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Thank you!

@TheGatlinburgHussey 2 месяца назад

I've lost 110 lbs..Hello from Gatlinburg! Best advice. Stop drinking soda and drink water and black coffee all day

@Jessplays605 2 месяца назад

Silver Dollar City Branson Missouri

@JakeRaiders 2 месяца назад

Try out Knott’s Berry Farm, there are three rides that has test seats

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

I hope to!

@jennniferbailey131 2 месяца назад

They’ve added a lot of new rides since I was last there! The Intimidator was still there then.

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

It was rethemed to Thunder Striker this year.

@leo_fodao 2 месяца назад

thanks for all you. add your numbers in the beginning of the video so we can have a better understanding how you fit

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

I used to do that, but to be honest people asking helps engagement and reach more people. I'm 5'8 and 370 btw

@HopeSmalls Месяц назад

Hershey park

@Itsmiley114 Месяц назад

No its carowinds

@HopeSmalls Месяц назад

@@Itsmiley114 he asked what places to visit next

@dtoonz 2 месяца назад

If only there was a solution…

@Bnis13838 2 месяца назад

Great video…about as fat friendly as Six Flags😢

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

I'd put this above 6 Flags because it has more rides, but yea.

@elizabethbone1938 2 месяца назад

Six flags stl ,silver dollar city

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

Hope to make it back there

@RMCHurler 2 месяца назад

Be glad you didnt ride hurler... worst ride on the planet!

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

I’ve definitely written some rough rides. Sad I didn’t get to make it on there.

@peacocca190 2 месяца назад

Man. Carowind’s is worse than most places. That’s too bad.

@fattestedtravel 2 месяца назад

I do appreciate they were so kind to give me the tickets though. That's rare and I can't change if I can fit on the rides, but I appreciate their team.

@peacocca190 2 месяца назад

@@fattestedtravel that’s great they gave you tickets.