Can We Limit The Size of a Backpack

[Vegas Disney Fan]

I used to be against wearing a backpack but I now bring one with me almost every time I go to the parks. I have a Carhart sling bag so it’s not too big and I can fit everything I need in it (sunglasses case, poncho, phone charger, etc.). I usually take it off when entering a queue or any other busy areas so I don’t bump into people.

I can’t imagine going to the parks without a backpack, especially this time of year. We also use sling bags, just large enough to hold sunglasses, wallets, phones, mittens, a beanie, and a place to store a coat/raincoat, ours have straps on the outside so we can roll and tie up our coats. When it’s 50 (or less) in the morning and 70 (or higher) in the afternoon the ability to layer is essential, short of getting a locker everyday, or going back and forth to the hotel to change, I’m not sure how people manage the parks without a backpack.

 

[NickPytlinski]

maybe just some additional steps from Disney to 'remind' people to be courteous in some situations.

Take backpacks off during parades and fireworks etc.

humans can sometimes be nonintentional with stuff like this and if a sign or reminder is somewhere they will take notice. even if it only affect 20% of the big bag wearers


n.b. its not really Disney's responsibility. humans are obnoxious

 

[Chef Mickey]

I have a taste for a Dole Whip.

So do a lot of people. Gotta manage it better.

 

[coffeefan]

Yes, make them smaller.

 

[MickeyLuv'r]

I can’t imagine going to the parks without a backpack, especially this time of year. We also use sling bags, just large enough to hold sunglasses, wallets, phones, mittens, a beanie, and a place to store a coat/raincoat, ours have straps on the outside so we can roll and tie up our coats. When it’s 50 (or less) in the morning and 70 (or higher) in the afternoon the ability to layer is essential, short of getting a locker everyday, or going back and forth to the hotel to change, I’m not sure how people manage the parks without a backpack.

Pockets.
We used to go to the parks bagless back when bag searches were slow.
If we trended to bringing a bag, it was more in summer, for water and rain ponchos.
In winter, we tend to wear hoodies, and just unzip them in the afternoon, maybe tie around our waste. (though really cold days require a little extra).
At Universal, the wands are a bit of pain to carry. For the wand, we do have a mini backpack- but we tend to only bring the wand to the parks for a few hours in the evening (paired w/visit to the car or hotel room).

One thing that makes it hard to go bagless is if one's family has to carry emergency meds and/or need something like sunglasses/liquids/other item for medical reasons. Personally, I find sunglasses are more hassle than help in the theme parks. After breaking a few pairs, I gave up. For sunscreen, we only carry the tiny Chapstick style. (and use bigger cans that stay in the hotel)

For the parks, we have jackets that are called foldable parkas. They are meant more for wind than heavy downpours, so they won't hold up to WDW's summer storms, but other times of year they work. They fold down into the pocket of the jacket. Just as you say you roll yours, I think. Otherwise, we carry plastic ponchos, and those will fit in any back pocket. If the forecast really looked to be bad all week, I might pack some of the heavier ponchos. which might = carrying a bag)

Another small necessity at WDW these days is a small portable charging bank.

We dislike having to deal with a backpack all day, so we try to avoid them, and carry the smallest bag possible. At Universal, bags means having to use the ride lockers, so better if that can be avoided.

 

[JoeCamel]

Pockets.
We used to go to the parks bagless back when bag searches were slow.
If we trended to bringing a bag, it was more in summer, for water and rain ponchos.
In winter, we tend to wear hoodies, and just unzip them in the afternoon, maybe tie around our waste. (though really cold days require a little extra).
At Universal, the wands are a bit of pain to carry. For the wand, we do have a mini backpack- but we tend to only bring the wand to the parks for a few hours in the evening (paired w/visit to the car or hotel room).

One thing that makes it hard to go bagless is if one's family has to carry emergency meds and/or need something like sunglasses/liquids/other item for medical reasons. Personally, I find sunglasses are more hassle than help in the theme parks. After breaking a few pairs, I gave up. For sunscreen, we only carry the tiny Chapstick style. (and use bigger cans that stay in the hotel)

For the parks, we have jackets that are called foldable parkas. They are meant more for wind than heavy downpours, so they won't hold up to WDW's summer storms, but other times of year they work. They fold down into the pocket of the jacket. Just as you say you roll yours, I think. Otherwise, we carry plastic ponchos, and those will fit in any back pocket. If the forecast really looked to be bad all week, I might pack some of the heavier ponchos. which might = carrying a bag)

Another small necessity at WDW these days is a small portable charging bank.

We dislike having to deal with a backpack all day, so we try to avoid them, and carry the smallest bag possible. At Universal, bags means having to use the ride lockers, so better if that can be avoided.

Wand goes in the scabbard in your robe