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Excellent camper design. I like the two-tone color combination, and orange works very well giving the creation a retro vibe. Nice detailed hitch design as well. This would make an excellent set.

Just wanted to drop a note to say thanks for the information regarding finding the minifigs at Target. I was able to pick up a few extra figs thanks to the information. I have noticed that none of the stores in my area have gotten any more in. I'm wondering if they're starting to end the run again. If so, they didn't last too long at all.

Interesting discussion, especially since I like both LEGO and Playmobil. Both have always been part of my interest in toys, but as a few others have mentioned previously, they are completely different "types of toys" as LEGO is a construction toy and Playmobil is more pre-assembled. Playmobil does have a construction element, their System X method for building larger walled structures like castles, forts, and houses. It doesn't compare to building with bricks, but it does require construction (at least to a limited degree) and offers an opportunity to make custom designs with multiple sets or Playmobil Add-Ons. I may have shared part of this story before, but as a child, I remember visiting expensive European-style toy stores long before TRU and department stores ran out these little "Mom & Pop" toy shops. A few toys these stores always carried that seem to be burned in the back of my mind is LEGO, Playmobil, a glass display case of Toy Soldiers and Vehicles, and LGB Trains (to name a few). I always associated these toys with Europe and quality. Often times, there would be awesome window displays with Playmobil themes like Pirates and Castle. I would stare at them and envision imaginary play hoping to get a set for Christmas. I was in a large toy store last year and they had a window display showing off the newer Playmobil Roman theme. The same feeling came over me as I stared at the Roman Colosseum and soldiers. I'm not sure if it's the size or the style of the Playmobil sets, or perhaps even the old-time charm of their sets, but I continue to admire Playmobil. A number of years ago, I started buying their Western theme sets, the older sets from Ebay. MISB sets bring a hefty price as the Western theme was discontinued. While I still don't have all the sets I wanted (missing just a few), I appreciate the sets that I have. Playmobil has a high quality that makes them last for a long time. They also offer Add-Ons to discontinued themes (like Western) and anniversary sets from past themes as well. You can order a set of figs from many of the themes as an Add-On. While the Playmobil aisle in my local Toys R Us is rather large, I rarely see adults looking at the sets (at least compared with LEGO). My normal routine when visiting is to check out LEGO then the Playmobil aisle. The most recent Playmobil sets I purchased are part of their new Ghost Pirates theme. I also like their Romans and Egyptian themes. In any case, my interest with Playmobil is setting up a single theme in a diorama fashion, much like I do with a LEGO City once all the buildings, cars, and trains are built. It's not a whole lot different aside from not spending a lot of time building the sets. Two great toys - LEGO and Playmobil, but they both offer different appeal.

Amazing work! I'm loving all the different colors you've used in this neighborhood. While extremely colorful, they all seem to blend so well together giving the appearance of a real-life town. With the design of the red roofs combined with the architectural details, the neighborhood almost has a China Town-like appearance, but not quite - maybe a bit Mediterranean. Oh, and I love the orange building. Great color and style with the ivy on the sides. In any case, I think your exquisite neighborhood deserves some front-page attention!

When some builders create custom town structures, they focus on a single modular building, an automobile, or other addition to an existing LEGO City, but that's not the case with Legolas73. He's decided to build an entire neighborhood with his latest LEGO Town MOC, Meridional Neighborhood. Make sure you stop by EB's friendly Town Forum to see all of the amazing details this creation has to offer.

Excellent build for the new Baywatch lifeguard. I love the back with the placement of the surf board. Looks like no beach should do without one of these. Nice job!

Welcome Småen and Harold. Welcome aboard EB's Train Tech forum!

Three amigos would have worked just as well, but you've managed to create a nice little desert scene with your Mex'cans. A large cactus would have also added a nice addition to the desert - but just having four of these guys makes up for it. I'm loving the new sombrero and maybe LEGO will offer a few more in other colors in the future (like the fedora). Now, I say adios amigo.

When I first saw the title of this creation, I though it might be a Zombie-fest. Rather, you've created a very good meat cutting factory. I especially like the garage doors and the pigs decorating the front side. I bet LEGO designers never thought of a modular/hinged Slaughterhouse, so A+ on a most orginal idea. The details are equally impressive. EDIT: I like my steak medium well.

I just found one of my favorites.

2011 train sets KD? - I must admit that I haven't given it much thought with the 2010 line-up. We've got the Cargo Train, Passenger Train, Toy Story Wild West, and Harry Potter - that's a pretty good collection for train fans (although the HP is bottom of my list) - plus a station/platform and a crossing. It's been a long time since LEGO offered this many train sets in one year. With these sets, I wouldn't imagine LEGO adding anything in 2011, but we can always hope. Personally, I'd love to see a few single train cars that one can add to their Cargo Trains (like the My Own Train collection).

Railbricks is an excellent resource and provides some great articles. You might also try seraching Brickshelf and MOC Pages. Good luck with your efforts.

Interesting topic. I prefer table top layouts. While space is a limiting factor, I'd much rather have my town at eye level and be able to sit on a chair while fiddling with the train cars and minifigs.

A big welcome to Brickviller and Pet-Lego. Great to have you and I hope you enjoy the forum! That's great to hear! Look forward to seeing your layout.

This is just superb. I want to steal it for the Train forum! The tudor style is excellent and I never knew a classic style red roof would look so good. The platform is amazing, especially the use of the classic red fence pieces. This entire scene is a beautiful LEGO creation with class and charm. Top notch!

Hello Red Brick. Welcome to Train Tech. You've off to a great start with PF trains. I've been looking at the Cargo Train myself over the last several weeks. While it is a bit pricey, I would love to add it to my train collection. The Passenger Train I'll probably skip on, but maybe I'll have that Cargo Train by the holiday season. In any case, welcome and I hope you enjoy the forum.

Very nice, but I think Other Themes would be more fitting. Topic moved.

UltimateLegoMan: part of the responsibility for any member of the LEGO community (especially an Adult or Teen Fan of LEGO) is to take it upon themself to do a little research before asking questions of other members, especially when asking Simple Simon questions. I recommend you take a look at the Train Tech Index under the topic of Tracks and/or do some research through available LEGO Train resources to answer your own question. Also, Train Depot's Track Designer is a great program for designing simple layouts. After doing so, measurements are provided. Topic closed and further action is pending.

Cale: this is awesome! I really think you outdid yourself with this locomotive - and comparing it to some of your previous LEGO trains, that says a lot. You're definitely among my favorite train builders. You've done a fine job at designing a 2-8-8-4 locomotive - that certainly takes a lot of wheels. How does it handle curves? The boiler looks great and I like the front-end design. Overall, a very impressive engine. Thanks for sharing here at Train Tech. Well deserving of a front-page.

It's not every day that LEGO Train fan Cale gets busy and builds one of his fantastic train models. After some friendly ribbing from other members of the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area LEGO Train Club ( WamaLTC), Cale delivers this most impressive Baltimore & Ohio EM-1 Steam Locomotive. Utilizing a LEGO Power Functions motor, Cale's EM-1 is certainly as powerful as it is nicely detailed. More pictures of his splendid LEGO train engine cane be found at Train Tech.

Very nice Scrat. I like the colors. You did a really nice job on the curved front-end design without the use of any specialized pieces. That's always impressive. I see that you've added two 9V motors that certainly adds a lot of power to this blue beauty. I think this deserves a front-paging. Great job!

LEGO Train fan Scrat has certainly created a "blue beauty" with his latest locomotive, a PKP Class ST40 cargo diesel-electric. Make sure you stop by Train Tech station to have a look at this nicely detailed LEGO Train creation.