Ravensburger Thomas The Tank Engine Thomas and the Chinese Dragon Review

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(More customer reviews)My three year old son is addicted to Thomas the Train and has a billion of the little train toys, so I wanted to get him something related but different for his birthday. This puzzle was perfect! He was excited about the character on the puzzle, and I love that it came with a durable case to store the puzzle pieces in. Would definitely recommend this.

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With large, colorful puzzle pieces, this 35-piece puzzle is designed for puzzle builders as young as three years old. Puzzle comes packaged in a collectible tin with cheerful Thomas illustrations. Both the puzzle and tin are designed to meet the highest quality standards that you have come to expect from Ravensburger. Tin measures approximately 7.75" x 6.25" x 3".

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Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway - Start Your Engines Race Set Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this set which is priced pretty steep even for Thomas, To my dissapointment when you press the button for the gates to lift releasing the train, the gates either dont lift enough to release the train or one doesnt lift at all. Haveing many Thomas Destinations I figured it was just a fluke and returned it for another, the new one was even worse! So now i have $100.00 pile of heap, only good from the story is two nice straight pieces with built in buffers.

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Little engineers can now create their own thrilling rides and adventures as they race their favorite engines. The Start Your Engines Race Set is a complete, 21-piece wooden race set featuring a starting gate, exclusive race track risers, Sir Topham Hatt, Thomas, Percy and more. Measures 5.5"L x 20.5"W x 13"H.

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Thomas and Friends Wooden Railway System: Coal Station Review

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(More customer reviews)My two-year-old loves trains, and loves playing with magnetic cargo and cranes. This coal station has the added steps of turning the crank to raise the coal to the top of the belt, and then dropping it into a waiting car -very fun.
The problem is that the crane cannot support the weight of the magnetic cargo and immediately tips over. You have to hold the crane as you turn it and transfer the coal; my son has just dispensed with the crane support and he just lifts the crane itself. I don't know why the designers of this toy did not provide more support for the crane and did not anchor it better (there's just a very short knob to hold the crane in place on the support). If you want to get a crane for magnetic cargo, maybe try the new Cargo Transfer - looks like it has more stable support esp. as you turn the crane.

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Thomas & Friends - Battery Powered Figure 8 Set Review

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(More customer reviews)Word to the wise ... use a new battery. The engine has a hard time pulling the coal car on the hills without a strong battery.
My nephew loved playing with the train set. I purchased the figure 8 set, along with the bay bridge and some additional tracks ... and I still wanted more! He seemed to be thrilled with what he had.
He even used his Lego cars to drive on the ground over the railroad tracks. I can't wait until Christmas so I can buy him some additional sets to connect to this one.

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Thomas & Friends TrackMaster Bridge Expansion set Review

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(More customer reviews)THIS EXPANSION PACK IS A WASTE OF $. IT IS VERY MISLEADING. YOU ONLY NEED (4) OF THE (12) PIECES YOU GET. THE BRIDGE SUPPORTS (2) ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE ADDITIONAL ARCH SUPPORTS YOU GET SO THE BRIDGE STAYS LEVEL WITH THE FLOOR (NOT REALLY A BRIDGE THEN). IT IS VERY OVERPRICED A LOT OF PLACES ON THE INTERNET. TARGET SELLS IT FOR $10 AND THAT'S ABOUT ALL IT'S WORTH. IF YOU CAN GET IT FOR LESS, CONGRATS. REGRETFULLY I PAID A LOT MORE THAN THAT AND AM VERY DISAPPOINTED. I DIDN'T DO MY HOMEWORK FOR THIS PURCHASE; I WON'T MAKE THAT MISTAKE AGAIN.

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Thomas & Friends Track Accessory Pack - Toys R Us Exclusive Review

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(More customer reviews)Useful pieces (esp. the ramps and the bumpers).
This set currently sells for $19.99 at ToysRUs ;-)

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Take Along - Curved & Straight Track Pack Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a great add on for the Thomas Train sets, makes it more fun and easier to make new track configurations. I definitely recommend it. Easy to use and the plastic can be washed and treated roughly, no problem.

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Thomas and Friends TrackMaster Thomas Big Friends - Gordon w/Bonus Track Review

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(More customer reviews)We have double of every Thomas the train item you can imagine. Why? Because we are raising our twin 2 year old grandsons, and they're all about "Thomas & Friends."

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Thomas And Friends Wooden Railway - Steaming Around Sodor Battery Powered Set Review

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(More customer reviews)This track does not fit together properly. One side has a 4 inch piece and a 6 inch piece (total: 10). The other side has a 4 inch piece and a 8 inch piece (total: 12). Because of the missing 2 inches, the train falls off the corners and gets stuck under the bridge.
Incredibly frustrating trying to put this together. Fortunately, I Googled the set's name and found a bunch of reviews on Target.com elaborating on the same problem.
(Note the bridge support pieces don't hold together well either.)

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Let little engineers experience the fun of Thomas through this exclusive set that features the Thomas and Friends classic figure-8 track layout.This set also includes battery-operated Thomas and cargo.Makes a perfect addition to any Thomas and Friends Collection.

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BRIO Curved Switching Track Review

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(More customer reviews)BRIO is the most durable and has the best quality wooden train on the market. These are a must have to be able to extend the railway and your child's play. It is excellent in helping him/her in problem-solving skills in the process of developing/setting up a railway.

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Add some twists and curves to your existing train track. With two pieces of curved switching track, you can create another railway line and then rejoin the main line. May require additional track to complete a new line. Compatible with Thomas and Friends Wooden Railway Systems. Features a solid wood construction.

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Bachmann Trains Snap-Fit E-Z Track Nickel Silver World's Greatest Hobby First Railroad Track Pack Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought and am very happy with the Overland Limited train set from Bachman. It contained the steel alloy EZ track system (black roadbed) and was easy to assemble and the basic simple oval,(no turnouts) worked fine. Then I decided to go with the Nickle Silver, (grey roadbed). So I Bought the NS EZ Track "Your First Track Pack". All went well as far as putting the track together. But there were no directions on how to wire the turnouts, (track switches). There are parts in the box with absolutely no mention of what they are or what they do. This on a product the manufacturer obviously knows is targeted for beginners.
I called the Bachman Customer Service number and after listening to two menus and being turned over to a voicemail machine, I left my message. There has not been a return call from Bachman, (a week now).
Additionally, now I find out that the EZ track system turnouts from Bachman have always had problems. You have to file and bend and tinker and hope for the best. If you know nothing about model railroading like me, You might want to try another brand.
My major complaint is that there was zero direction for wireing the turnouts.

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Bachman HO World s Greatest Hobby Track Pk FEATURESThis 43-piece track pack has all the E-Z Tracksnap-fit track (with molded roadbed) you ll need to build the layout featured on the enclosed DVD"Building Your First Model Railroad" hosted by Michael Gross. Track pieces have nickel silver rails and black molded ties with realistic wood grain detail. Easy track assembly...no nails, screws, or special tools needed. Detailed printed instructions provided. INCLUDES(9) 9" Straights (2) Left Switches (1) 9" Terminal/Rerailer (2) Right Switches (1) 9" Rerailer (4) Switch Wires (20) 18" Radius Curves (2) Terminal Wires (2) 3" Straights (1) DVD

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4 Wheel Battery Pack - Red Review

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(More customer reviews)Takes a while to charge, but it does last a pretty good while even during long train sessions. Highly recommend getting this backup battery for extended play. Use one while you charge the other.

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Trackmaster James Motorized Engine with Car Review

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(More customer reviews)The battery cover from this isn't secure so it falls off fairly easily along with the battery. Most of the other Trackmaster trains have a screw to prevent this from happening but this one doesn't. This is a bit hazardous as a little kid and batteries don't mix. I caught my 3 year old about to put the battery in his mouth.
The other annoying thing about it is it uses C batteries which is one of my pet peeves for children's toys. I'm all for using rechargeable batteries b/c kids will run these batteries dry fast and having to constantly replace the battery is a bit wasteful in my opinion. It would've been better if they used AA or AAA batteries which you can easily find rechargeable batteries for.
Lastly, after 2-3 weeks of play, one of the wires connecting the battery car to the motor car broke. I was able to splice the wire back together so all was not lost but it demonstrated how poorly made this toy is.
Other than those complaints, it runs well on the tracks and my kids have fun with it.

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BRIO Steam Engine Review

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(More customer reviews)A great, colorful engine. My son loves this "snowplow choo choo" and still plays with it after a year. The drive shafts move with the wheels. Works with his Thomas set, is much less expensive and higher quality than Thomas.

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The Old Steam Engine is a stupendous engine! A push-along engine with moving pistons that move faster as the engine goes faster, just like the steam engines of old.Compatible with most wooden train rail systems. Ages 3 and above. 33537

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Thomas and Friends Take-n-Play Easter Egg Review

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(More customer reviews)Please don't purchase this unless it's your first Take-n-Play Thomas that you plan to give as an Easter gift... there is NO difference between the regular Take-n-Play Thomas (Fisher-Price's suggested retail is only $6.00!) and this product other than packaging it in an Easter egg, and you have to rip the celophane wrap (the only thing identifying it as Take-n-Play Thomas) to get the product out. You're left with a plain egg! Dummy me thinking there was something special about it, given the outrageous price some of these vendors are asking!

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Mantua - Mantua Classic Train Set ATSF HO - 300000 Review

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(More customer reviews)This is an old-fashioned train set: durable, simple, with exposed wiring (very safe). But, despite huge effort, we simply could not get it to go fully around the track. The wheels of the lead locomotive, the one that supplies the power, simply would not stay in the groove. After 45 minutes, it had not been able to make even a single pass around the track.
I've built a lot of toys, and have a technical background, so obvious "you don't know what you are doing" problems are not the root cause. My wife and kid spent a bunch of time working on it, too. It's a gift, so we cannot return it, and don't want to give it to anyone else.
Extremely disappointing. A waste, really.

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Mindscope Neo Tracks Flexible Assembly Review

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(More customer reviews)Our son was given the iPlay Build a Road set for his 2nd birthday. It seemed great at first, but very quickly -within the first hour of use - the cars died and could not be revived with new batteries. What a waste of money. After reading reviews on Amazon, I know that many people have had this issue with the iPlay sets.
Luckily the store was willing to exchange this useless toy with another product and we chose the Mindscope NEO TRACKS set. It looked "amazing" upon opening and continues to be amazing to my son today. We have had endless hours of fun with the cars and never had an issue with battery life. The flexible track is very cool and can be configured in many fun ways with bridges, tunnels, etc. It comes with one car but additional cars are sold separately for more racing fun.

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