News New Stroller Size/Wagon Rules and Enforcement - Effective May 1 2019

[MrHappy]

I'd rather they enforce the adult version - the EVC. I can not believe that 95% of the people I see on these actually need them for important medical reasons.

 

[ppete1975]

well, first, I was just joking. But second, he left out a change of clothes from his list.

Theres probably a place or 2 to buy a new shirt or shorts on property

Please note this was more for humor, a change of clothes doesn't take a ton of room (for a kid at least)

 

[ppete1975]

I'd rather they enforce the adult version - the EVC. I can not believe that 95% of the people I see on these actually need them for important medical reasons.

I don't think they can legally ask or enforce that, kind of like service animals.. I could be wrong though

 

[FigmentFreak]

Add a fee to bringing a stroller in the park? A stroller ticket!

If Disney were really smart, they'd start charging for stroller parking inside the parks. Add a magic band tap to pay at each stroller parking area. You're welcome Disney.

 

[ppete1975]

Or use a carrier. We'll be making our first trips as parents this fall and plan to use a carrier exclusively. In the past we'd walk in with no bags, and even though we can't swing that with a 1YO, we still plan on being as minimalist and mobile as possible. The stoller/pack mule hybrid has never been our thing and our bruised ankles swore we'd never use one ourselves. As much as everyone complains about strollers, I'm surprised more people don't give carriers a shot.

Do you mean the backpack style ones? Those look pretty cool, and kids love piggy back rides.
A) Hows your back at the end of the day (curious due to center of gravity compared to weight at front),
2) Are people respectful and not bumping into your kid all the time? I could see a squishing possibility.

 

[MrHappy]

I don't think they can legally ask or enforce that, kind of like service animals.. I could be wrong though

Not to derail the stroller frenzy thread. But does anyone know what goes into renting an EVC or are there certain credentials that need to be displayed on the EVC (like a handicapped tag) that basically say the scooter is legit?

 

[Janir]

Darn, I was really hoping to take this beauty out for a spin down Main Street

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Sharpened the knifes and everything...

Dude, thats no good, it only has plastic not real rubber wheels!

 

[ppete1975]

Not to derail the stroller frenzy thread. But does anyone know what goes into renting an EVC or are there certain credentials that need to be displayed on the EVC (like a handicapped tag) that basically say the scooter is legit?

there was a thread a few days ago... got kind of heated so it might not here any more.. I will look

 

[aliceismad]

there was a thread a few days ago... got kind of heated so it might not here any more.. I will look

Is this the one you're looking for? https://forums.wdwmagic.com/threads/terminally-ill-and-need-scooter.953417/#post-8590336

I'm always saddened when people judge those who use EVCs. So many people are cruel to those with invisible illnesses and "look fine" or "just look fat." I'm sure most people who use ECVs wish they did not have to. (I have no background on whether there is ECV abuse at Disney, just my experience with people I know.)

 

[Janir]

I can totally agree with this; although I think the cut off should be 6 years old...

People, if you kids can't handle walking all day then you are pushing them too hard. Go rest somewhere of insisting on bringing a plastic, double-wide tank (with fancy cup holder and charger ports) into an already crowded park. And no, you don't need to carry all the baby gear with you.

If your kids are getting tired, just pump some sugary snacks into them! They'll go the distance then! You can always add c some caffeinated snacks like a Mtn Dew to the mix. <ducks before the parental pitchforks hit me!>

 

[seabreezept813]

Two adults, one senior, one teen and an infant; multiple backpacks and a stroller. To me this just sounds like the whole group takes too much space.

I see similar families, walking 3 or 4 abreast down the walkway in front of pan/small world and I wince at how problematic it can be in today's WDW. We are all trying to manage navigating our day as best as we can. I just find it difficult running into and being stuck behind large groups of people.

Stroller parks are outrageous. There are simply too many of them. The park by the carousel is one of the worst. Think about how much space would open up without the strollers. Disney needs to restrict it.

This is hilarious. Maybe we should ban families and backpacks too! Get rid of seniors and babies—they aren’t real humans anyway. And obviously every family walks with linked arms horizontally.
Personally, I’d be good if they just banned stupidity at the parks or even in the forums.

 

[ppete1975]

Is this the one you're looking for? https://forums.wdwmagic.com/threads/terminally-ill-and-need-scooter.953417/#post-8590336

I'm always saddened when people judge those who use EVCs. So many people are cruel to those with invisible illnesses and "look fine" or "just look fat." I'm sure most people who use ECVs wish they did not have to. (I have no background on whether there is ECV abuse at Disney, just my experience with people I know.)

yep that's it,
If you need one on disneys home page has preferred/suggested rentals. Seems pretty convenient if you need one. Outside of that I don't think they can enforce or prevent outside ones due to the federal disabilities act.. but I could be wrong.

Here is the info

Services for Guests with Disabilities

Be our guest! Your wish is our command, as you enjoy this Walt Disney World service.

disneyworld.disney.go.com

 

[MisterPenguin]

If your kids are getting tired, just pump some sugary snacks into them! They'll go the distance then! You can always add c some caffeinated snacks like a Mtn Dew to the mix. <ducks before the parental pitchforks hit me!>

Sugar intake doesn't make kids hyper. Scientifically proven. Anecdotes based on observation bias notwithstanding.

 

[Gringrinngghost]

I would like to see Disney enforce an age limit on rental strollers. While there are true needs for those with medical ailments, ect. Those should still be allowed. However your little 120 month old who doesnt have any medical ailments, doesn't need to sit in a stroller he/she doesn't fit in, being pushed down main street.

 

[Andrew C]

Sugar intake doesn't make kids hyper. Scientifically proven

I call BS!

 

[MisterPenguin]

I call BS!

 

[Andrew C]

goes to the store to buy candy

 

[Missing20K]

If Disney were really smart, they'd start charging for stroller parking inside the parks. Add a magic band tap to pay at each stroller parking area. You're welcome Disney.

 

[twilight mitsuk]

Parking meters

 

[MrHappy]

I would like to see Disney enforce an age limit on rental strollers. While there are true needs for those with medical ailments, ect. Those should still be allowed. However your little 120 month old who doesnt have any medical ailments, doesn't need to sit in a stroller he/she doesn't fit in, being pushed down main street.

Unfortunately, some child medical ailments are not visible. A secure place like a stroller may be what they need. But this is about size of strollers, not quantity.