price:$59.99
Learning Curve
Usually ships in 3 to 5 weeks Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review ("product dimensions" are smaller than shown here) 『This playboard is fine. It looks nice, is sturdy and, according to other reviewers, seems to do well over time. Prospective buyers should be aware, however, that the "Product Dimensions" as given on this page are actually the dimensions of the box the playboard is delivered in. The real product dimensions are 48" x 32". Unfortunately, I built a table for the dimensions as given thinking the "product" dimensions were actually the measurements of the "product," i.e., the playboard itself. Nope. Now my sons have a some extra room around the border, which isn't all bad, but I thought you should know.』
(not compatible with imaginarium) 『We bought the imarinarium play table but the center board broke, so since all thomas and imaginarium are suppose to be commpatible we bought this board....well it's to big and toys r us said to bad! I asked how I could find a board to fit our table they told me imagiaruim was by them and there was no way of getting another we just needed to buy a whole new table. THe Paducah, KY store manger told me this was the lease of his concerns and to deal with it. I'm very unhappy! However this is a nice bright board if you have a thomas table.』
(Love this item...) 『This is one of the best investments we have made. It cleans up great. Actually last month my son decided to use a pen to this table top and the Mr Clean bar got it out. My son loves this and plays with it w/ everything. Thomas, Matchbox&Lego's. I would recommend it to anyone. Watch for the deal Toys r us has though... when you buy the table, you get the top free. Thats the BEST deal!』
(A great addition to your Thomas collection.) 『I umm and aahh about spending this sort of money on a train table and playboard for my children but after doing my homework I decided this is the one I would buy.
Other train tables I have seen in stores are often wonky and seem quite unstable - and this is after they've been played on in the stores. So after seeing poorer quality tables for similar prices I decided to save up for the Thomas branded one and this single sided playboard.
Yes, it's expensive, but as with any "brand", it's the name you are paying for. If you want a Thomas collection of trains and accessories you are going to have to pay. I'm just starting our collection and am buying the "Thomas" trains and buildings, but found a compatible generic track for less than half the price. I was lucky enough to get this playboard at almost half price at a after Christmas sale. It's worth waiting for sales and price comparing.
It's beautifully painted and when used with the table frame is extremely strong (although I wouldn't recommend standing on it).
It's up to you to spend to decide if you want to spend this sort of money but I see this as something I won't ever have to replace and it's something my son can keep for his children. Toys like this will last!』
(Great fun!) 『We just received this playboard a couple of days ago. My son loves it! He is almost 2 and really enjoys playing with all of his Thomas trains. This playboard makes playing more interesting. It arrived in fine condition...we didn't have the problem the other reviewer had. My son has a train table (not the Thomas one) and it fits perfectly. The playboard is a great addition to our Thomas the Tank Engine collection.』 『The Adventure Island Playboard is the perfect foundation for your train town. Dream up dozens of stories for your engines on this detailed and colorfully illustrated board. Designed for use with both the Learning Curve Playtable (sold separately) and the Wooden Railway Adventures Table Base (sold separately). Playboard measures 48"L x 32"W.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (beware of price gouging!) 『At these prices, these aren't "toys"--you wouldn't dare let kids play with your valuable collection! I'm distressed to see Amazon offering an outlet for retailers charging exhorbitant prices for "hard to find" items of miniscule actual value. That's what auction sites are for!』
(fun wtih the Polar express) 『My 3 year old son got this (and the other parts of the Polar Express Brio train) for Christmas. He is a HUGE fan of the movie and LOVES these toys. We have read the book so many times and seen the movie even more times that we set up the train and he runs the movie plot right there in the living room. Brio makes good quality stuff and even the price on Amazon seemed pretty reasonable!』
(polar express) 『My children (ages3&5) love the movie and just the same they both enjoyed this toy. They love that each time you pass the tree that it lights up and makes a bell chime sound. The bell is secured into the car, so my little one can't remove it but can play with it. Great toy!』
(Big success) 『I ordered the BRIO Polar Express North Pole and the Polar Express Train for my little nephew (3 years old) in the USA. The set was delivered quickly and very well packed and it's a big success. The items are happily presented to anyone approaching the house and taken to bed. The children love the switches for the lights etc. and the set is a great addition to the other BRIO stuff they have.』
(Item exchanged) 『We receive a defective item, the tree did not light up. The team at Brio was extremely helpful in getting a new track without additional hassels.』 『The wonder of Christmas and Santa come together at the North Pole! This magnetically-activated destination features electronic blinking lights and engine sounds as a train passes the magnificent tree. Includes Christmas tree and wooden track base, poseable Santa figure and a black railcar wagon with removable present load. Open the present load and find the magical bell to complete the epic story. One standard "A" track also included for Figure 8 layout connection. Batteries included. 5 play pieces. Length 4.25"x7.5" Ages 3 and above. 32502 Brio』
price:$2.78
Learning Curve
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Bill and Ben engines) 『The Thomas the Train engines are nice toys. They are well made and durable. My grandson gets has a lot of fun with them.』
(Thomas Wooden Trains are amazing) 『Encourages my 3 year old to use his imagination. It's great seeing him re-enact a scene from the TV show and movies with his trains. =)』
(Another quality train set!) 『Thomas wooden trains are fantastic. They are well made, sturdy, and stand up to lots of use from kids. I also appreciate that Thomas engines and cars have faces on the front of them. These faces on the toys help my young train user identify the correct way to face the trains and get them to connect. He knows that the face is at the front of the car, and that's where it connects. While for engines like Bill and Ben this isn't a huge deal, this is a huge deal with the boxcars. We will buy more Thomas trains soon. Watch for cheap deals from Amazon Sellers, don't pay full price!』
(Trains of fun!) 『If your child is into trains, this is a great addition to your collection. Connects easily to other Thomas trains for hours of fun.』
『 Bump...and watch your opponent's driver fly through the air! Hit your opponent's car straight on or sideswipe it and watch his driver eject or "chuck" through the air activating cool sounds. Cars are designed with fans that really work giving the illusion of wind power and adding to the effect. Set includes two remotes, two cars and two drivers. Cars are full functional. Requires 10 "AAA" batteries, not included. Measures 8.25" x 6.25" x 14.5". New colors - Black/Silver Car vs. Black/Red Car 』
price:$14.99
Carrera
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Yikes, it's Holy Bateman Fun, no Joker!) 『The Carrera Bateman race set was purchased for our 5 year old grandson and not only does he enjoy it and operate it with ease but it has given the entire family hours of fun! On an educational level it offers eye hand coordination, teaching control through resistance and timing. The assembly process also offered a learning experience, for it was a great family project and our grandson was involved in every facet of it. Lastly, we have also found this product to be surprisingly durable!』 『The Carrera Go Series cars are all top-quality cars. All are fitted with double contact brushes. They have original and detail printed cars. They are 1:43 scale, and run on track that is 1:43 scale.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Large but overall a good buy) 『I purchased this for my son to add to his Thomas collection. It is a fairly large piece and can be a bit tricky to fit into a layout on the train table but my son loves to talk into the microphone and tell the trains to go to Knapford station. A good buy.』
(Thomas, all that needs to be said) 『Kids of all ages love these Thomas the Train products. Keeps the little buggers busy all day!!』
(Great Station) 『I bought this for our house and every child who comes into our house loves it too. It really is a great station and the children love playing with it as part of their Thomas train layout. It gets shy children talking into the mic to announce which train platform the trains are arriving on and they add other comments, which is just great.』
(My son loves it!) 『My son loves this product. Just last night he was trying to do a deep voice into the microphone and said "Thomas, you have caused confusion and delay" and then giggled like crazy. It was a good addition to his set!』 『The Thomas&Friends Deluxe Knapford Station is a deluxe Sights&Sounds version of the popular Knapford Station. It features an authentic passenger station, realistic train sounds, and a working microphone! Includes two pieces of special switch track and two pieces of male bumpers. Volume setting (low and normal) lets parents control play. Requires 4 "AA" batteries, included. Measures 20.9" x 10.8" x 6.4".』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (durable and high quality) 『well made, durable toy is a personal favorite of my 2 year old train-obsessed son. All the engines in the wooden track line are quality products and I highly recommend them.』
(Fergus) 『It is a great toy and we experienced a very good service. The only thing was that we wanted a wooden Fergus and we got a metallic 'take along' Fergus. So they told us to keep that one and we ordered a wooden Fergus somewhere else.』
(No problems.) 『We haven't had any problems with our "Fergus". We've had him for about a month now and no issues. Everything is still intact. 』
(Poorly made) 『I don't know if the Thomas friends have gotten kind of cheap since the new company took over, but Fergus is not a well made toy. The first Fergus we had, the wheel broke off. The company was really good about replacing him, but the replacement came and within a week he too was broken, not only the wheel, but part of the wood had chipped off. The idea is kind of cool, the wheel turns the gear , turning another wheel. That is all plastic, including the axle for the middle gear. Maybe had that axle been metal, it would be more durable. I can't recommend this as a toy, only for the collector.』 『
Fergus is a Traction Engine who shunts trucks at the Cement Works. He is a reliable, down-to-earth engine who believes in playing by the rules. Not surprisingly, he's resistant to change and can be irritated when other engines muck about. Fergus' flywheel rotates as his wheels roll.
price:$0.11
Kid Galaxy
Usually ships in 3 to 5 weeks 『World's Easiest Helicopter to Fly! Dual rotors for incredible take off, hovering and landing V-wing design for amazing stability Two inone combination charger/controller Packaging doubles as a helipad for take off and landing maneuvers』
price:$25.99
Chicco
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Limited Range, emailed Chicco) 『Got this for my kids for Christmas. I read the reviews but got it anyway because I thought it looked really cute and fun. Was very frustrated when ATV and remote had to be within a couple of feet of each other to work. I emailed Chicco; they sent me a new jeep! It's everything I hoped it would be. The range is well over 10 feet. I don't know if they had a problem batch or if they have improved the product, either way, if you are having problems email them (Info@chiccousa.com). They will make it right!!』
(Great Toddler Remote toy) 『I purchased this item for my 17 month old son for Christmas and it quickly became one of the hottest toys of the day. It was very easy to use, and my 7 year old daughter liked it too! The car goes faster than I thought it would, and can be directed just about anywhere with the easy to use remote. I considered giving this toy 4 start because sometimes we forget to turn it off and it drains the batteries. However, that is our fault, not the toy's, and my kids have a blast. It would not drive up the street due to the range, but that's not why I bought it. This toy is clearly intended to be a toddler toy to use close to home, and does a fine job in this category. Thanks for the fun Chicco!』
(Great First Remote Controlled Car) 『I bought this car as a gift for a close friend's son. We gave it to him on his 3rd birthday and he and my daughter LOVED it. The were fighting over it! As far as the range goes we didn't have to "stay on top of the car" as another reviewer said. We didn't once have a problem of the car being out of range. They played with this outside on the driveway and walkway as well as in the house. The controls are super easy to use. I don't think I would recommend this toy for anyone younger than 2 years. That being said I think I am going to buy another one for my daughter!』
(Don't purchase this item) 『I am so disappointed in this product. I would not recommend it to anyone....I got it for my two year old and it didn't even work out of the box....it is almost like the gears are jammed it sounds like it is going a million miles an hour and the thing is barely moving.....He got another car similar different brand and it drives circles around this piece of junk!』
(Good toy for a young toddler) 『We gave this car to my two year old for Christmas. It is perfect for her being that she has never had or played with a remote control car before. My husband has even had fun playing with it. You do have to stay close to it so that it continues to go. The range is not the greatest but my daughter follows it around anyway so it all works out. It is well-built and can take a beating. The controls are easy to use. I am very happy with this purchase.』 『Chicco Radio Control ATV features a user-friendly remote control to make the jeep move in one of its four directions. (Forward, reverse, left and right) When not in use the remote can be attached to the jeeps roll bar and becomes the spare tire! The ATV also features practical and soft rubber bumpers.』