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Re: PROPOSAL for new track (was Re: New Lego Track!
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Date: 
Wed, 18 May 2005 07:09:21 GMT
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In lugnet.trains, Bryan Kinkel wrote:
Gary,

Don't get all disappointed. It was me who originally made the post about the
subject of the message. I was catching up on emails, LUGNET posts, etc and
saw the "New Lego Track!" subject. Of course it was not what I expected it
to be. If my post offended you, I apologize.

Accepted, I'm somewhat less disappointed now!

I understand your frustration with the state of trains. I for one want to
see automated points, lights, etc in the style of the 80s 12V system.

Yes, and a good start would be a larger radius curved track (had to add my plug)

It is a well publicized fact that the LEGO company is in a dire financial
situation. So I think it is easy to see why LEGO has not taken the 9V Train
system to the next level. It is a big risk.

I don't think its a risk rather than a lack of will (only my opinion)

And yes, it is even more frustrating to deal with when we see new products
introduced with a lots of expensive new molds and a big marketing push.

True, and may I add frustrated hobbyists are not a good marketing stratergy.

But look on the bright side - LEGO continues to release new train engines
and rolling stock. We got a train shed last year. And they have the "Thomas
the Tank Engine" license. (9V Thomas, please....)

I think these are sure signs that the Train line is here to stay. My
suggestion, when you place your order for the new 10170 TTX car, make sure
the quantity is for at least 2 sets.

I'll probabaly be buying a few more than that, I'd say you would need at least 5
to make a decent container train. (and I'd also buy a hell of a lot of larger
radius curves if they were available)


Let LEGO know you care about the train line.

I would say Shop@home already know that! (so does my credit card)


-- Bryan




Thanks for your response Bryan, it's much apprecieated.
Gary
Member #162



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  Re: PROPOSAL for new track (was Re: New Lego Track!
 
Gary, Don't get all disappointed. It was me who originally made the post about the subject of the message. I was catching up on emails, LUGNET posts, etc and saw the "New Lego Track!" subject. Of course it was not what I expected it to be. If my (...) (19 years ago, 17-May-05, to lugnet.trains)

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