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I Fat Tested Every Ride at Carowinds - Here's What Happened

Fat Tested Travel Agent - Jason Vaughn
Fat Tested Travel Agent - Jason Vaughn
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πŸ‘οΈ 39K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 37:43

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Editorial Summary

The creator conducts an extensive walkthrough of Carowinds, a theme park located on the border of North and South Carolina, to determine which rides accommodate larger guests. Throughout the video, the creator tests various attractions, including roller coasters, children's rides, and flat rides, by attempting to use seat belts and lap bars. The creator evaluates success based on whether safety restraints can be properly secured and locked into place. Some rides, such as the Woodstock Express and the Air Walker, pass the test, while others, like the Nighthawk and Fury 325, fail due to insufficient restraint length or weight limits. The creator also shares a personal reflection regarding a past experience of embarrassment at a theme park, explaining that their goal is to encourage others to explore and find joy regardless of their size. The video concludes with a summary of the findings and a view of the park at night.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm slowly working on losing weight because I want to do other things but that's because of a desire to do them not a shame of not doing them

Whatever size you happen to be go out and live your life go out and explore go out and do things go out and find Joy go out and try things

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“If a ride has a test seat, use it before waiting in line to manage expectations.
βœ“On rides with dual safety restraints (belt and lap bar), try to position yourself to accommodate both.
βœ“When getting out of swinging ride vehicles, put one foot on the ground first to stabilize yourself.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Embarrassment/Shame of not fitting β€” Don't let shame stop you from living your life; go out and explore regardless of size.
Safety/Weight limits β€” Always follow safety precautions and respect the posted weight limits.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhich rides at Carowinds are accommodating for plus-size guests?
QWhat are the weight limits for specific rides at Carowinds?
QDo Carowinds rides have test seats available for larger guests?

Port Highlights

Carowinds (South Carolina/North Carolina border)2 Happy Bacon
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