Amusement Parks Propose New Body Odor Rules

The old signs that read "Keep Hands Inside Car At All Times" may be changing due to rider discomfort. In the future, you may find signs that read "Keep Hands Down At All Times" during warm weather.

A theme park in England began the trend that may sweep the world of coasters in locations with warm climate or during warm weather months. "We've found that when the temperature tops 77 degrees, the level of unpleasant smells can be unacceptable," explains Mike Vallis, director of Thorpe Park in Chertsey, England. The park has gone to the extreme measure of posting "Say No To B.O." signs on rides known to entice riders to lift their arms.

Rather than investing in new signs, here's a thought. Why not make a few extra bucks on the rule and set up vending machines throughout parks selling travel sized deodorants???