I agree with the other guy this is likely just the pedestrian platform, BUT imo never go on rides outside 1st world countries.
this post was submitted on 03 Aug 2025
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Wait. Are you under the impression that that flimsy 1.5in tube-steel, the steps leading up to it, and the sheet-metal platform connected to that are somehow load-bearing for the Ferris Wheel itself?
This setup all rides on/is a trailer with outriggers like you'll find on construction equipment.
Sure, that's all hidden by the platform that's literally there for no other reason than to support the riders as they enter and leave the ride, but if your county inspectors don't know to check the outriggers first, you've got problems, so many problems, none of which have anything to do with these particular carnies.
Edit: One of the outriggers, one of several, promise, to the right of the stair. You'll notice there is no BS between it and the ground, as it itself is height-adjustable.
People are fucking stupid lmfao, this comment is 100% correct
I’ve seen homes with less support on the foundation columns.
Homes don't have a massive wheel spinning on them.
Anyway, this is support just for the platform/stairs. Go to a fair/carnival sometime, the outriggers for the ride itself are massive, and use massive feet/shoes, similar to what you'll see on cranes.
Regulations are so hindering
Carney caravan is probably based out of Texas.
Ferris wheel about to become a tilt-a-whirl.
All you muthafuckas are gonna die.
If no one notices and nothing happens, is it really unsafe? 🤔🤔
Yes
I think we need Jordan Peterson’s opinion on this.
He won't leave his room
If a bear shits in the woods and no one is around to hear it, does it make a noise?
But what is someone hears it and think it is a human? Does the bear become a human, all things being equal and absent other observers? Again I think Jordan Peterson’s input on this would be very helpful
I mean someone did notice
∗Kicks brick away∗
Adds to the thrill