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Re: LTMA vs NMRA
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lugnet.trains
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Wed, 24 Nov 1999 00:39:32 GMT
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In lugnet.trains, John Neal writes:
> Much of this discussion, IMO, reveals the ambiguity of the LEGO train
> hobby. What is it that we really want? I used to think that I wanted
> to be recognized and respected as a model railroad builder in a
> particular medium in and among the MRR community. Now I don't. It was
> Steve Barile who suggested the International LEGO Train Conference that
> got me to thinking. Why did I want to be a part of the NMRA? Other
> than the recognition, what else was there for me and my LEGO trains?
> Nothing.
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> That is why I think that we should be forming the LTMA (LEGO Train
> Modelers Association) and begin doing our own thing. Have our own
> shows. Promote LEGO trains. Promote LEGO. Create our own newsletter.
> Maybe some day a magazine. I think this has the best chance of catching
> TLC's attention. Perhaps they would want to become involved in some
> manner in such an organization. Being apart of anything else is
> extraneous and not about what we are about-- building and enjoying LEGO
> trains.
Yes, that is it. I don't crave recognition from NMRA. I want:
1. Lego train shows to attend and be a part of.
2. To fantastically increase the interest in Lego trains
3. For TLC to produce some of the train products we have been clamoring for.
And as far as a newsletter or magazine, I think there are already enough
resources/shows/clubs/etc to do at least a quartly publication. Someone just
needs to do it.
Steve
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| There is a lot of debate going on right now about the perceived future of LEGO trains. Many fear TLC will abandon the theme and that they will be left high and dry. Some fear that those fearing the demise of the theme will bring in non-LEGO elements (...) (25 years ago, 23-Nov-99, to lugnet.trains)
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