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Comment on UK Discount Silverlit I-Bird 2-Channel Remote Control Flying Bird Ornithopter (Colour and Frequency Varies) for Sale by Rowan Tree "Nixie"

Rowan Tree "Nixie" — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 01:06:43 +0000

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

Good Xmas present, 2 Feb 2009

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This review is from: Silverlit I-Bird 2-Channel Remote Control Flying Bird Ornithopter (Colour and Frequency Varies) (Toy)

Good for children of all ages even though its supposed to be 8+
You'll need a large house if you want to use it inside as its got a big turning circle
My 2 loved it & my oldest is nearly 3.
A bit scary at first because its got a loud flapping noise & does fly just like a bird

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Comment on UK Discount Silverlit I-Bird 2-Channel Remote Control Flying Bird Ornithopter (Colour and Frequency Varies) for Sale by Mikenai

Mikenai — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:15:42 +0000

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

Great Bird !, 9 Feb 2009

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This review is from: Silverlit I-Bird 2-Channel Remote Control Flying Bird Ornithopter (Colour and Frequency Varies) (Toy)

When I got and then did fly to make it do loops.
My son spends over 3 hours flying a day and loves very much.
We'll got another color and fly them togethr.

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Comment on UK Discount Silverlit I-Bird 2-Channel Remote Control Flying Bird Ornithopter (Colour and Frequency Varies) for Sale by G. W. B. Bancroft

G. W. B. Bancroft — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:35:54 +0000

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

Ornithopter., 16 April 2009

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This review is from: Silverlit I-Bird 2-Channel Remote Control Flying Bird Ornithopter (Colour and Frequency Varies) (Toy)

Having read all the previous reviews, I felt I needed to add my own. I have a fairly small lounge and manage to fly it around fairly easily; unlike another reviewer, I find the turning circle to be very small and capable of very tight turns. The only flying machine capable of tighter turns would be a helicopter. I have also noted that most adults as well as children tend to think that everything should be unbreakable and if something does not go easily, then using excessive force is the answer; inevitably this breaks things and then they blame it on the poor or weak construction.
An ornithopter by its nature has to have its weight kept to a minimum and the body is made of polystyrene. There are two straps holding it securely in place in the box; cutting these straps first enables the i-bird to be removed without excessive force and thereby breaking it. Also a flying machine of any sort has to be made as light as possible and not built like a tank. It follows that any flying machine will only withstand so many crashes before something breaks; if you want to buy something tougher then get a car. Giving this to a child and expecting them to immediately fly it like an ace pilot without smashing it is living in cloud cuckoo land. The instructions say adult supervision is required!!!
I have had no problem with my i-bird and managed to fly it on the first attempt, following the simple instructions. It is extremely easy to control and almost flies itself with only a minimal input from the controls.
This is such a great machine for the price, I have ordered another one as a spare because everything wears out eventually and do not want to find that when it does, I cannot get another one.
If you want a surprisingly easy to fly flying machine which is very economical on batteries, charges up quickly and is great fun, then this is it.
By the way, it is infra red not radio controlled which is why it is not a good idea to fly it outside; sunlight will affect its reception.

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Comment on UK Cheap Osprey Mountain Board – Black/Green, 31 x 8 Inch Best Price by LauLau

LauLau — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 23:57:55 +0000

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

Should have been £20!, 12 Nov 2011

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This review is from: Osprey Mountain Board - Black/Green, 31 x 8 Inch (Sports)

The Osprey OSX Mountainboard is for children or young adults under 50kgs. This information would have been helpful in the description. The straps are adjustable, but prone to wear and tear. Overall, a potentially fun item to use but not necessarily good for aggressive or frequent use.

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Comment on UK Cheap Scalextric C1243 1:32 Scale Speed Stars Race Set for Sale by Chabbie

Chabbie — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:38:52 +0000

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

Scalextric C1243 Speed Stars Race Set, 29 Aug 2010

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This review is from: Scalextric C1243 1:32 Scale Speed Stars Race Set (Toy)

Excellent starter Scalextric Set I purchased for my 8 years olds birthday. He loves it but will need to add on in the future I think to keep the interest going.
The only fault was that it was delivered with no wrapping/outer package so my son saw what it was when it was delivered and it was supposed to be a surprise for his birthday!!!

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Comment on UK Cheap Scalextric C1243 1:32 Scale Speed Stars Race Set for Sale by Marc

Marc — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:16:28 +0000

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

Excellent Scalextric set - great starter pack, 21 April 2011

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This review is from: Scalextric C1243 1:32 Scale Speed Stars Race Set (Toy)

I bought this set as a cheaper option as I have been let down on a couple of Scalextric sets in the past and didn't want to throw good money after bad. The old set similar to this, called Bash and Crash only worked intermittently. A replacement smaller scale 1:64 micro 'Starter' set was, as other people have reviewed, cheap and nasty. I needn't have worried. This set has worked directly out of the box.

The two cars that come with the set are very basic, decals for headlights (rather than working lights) and moulded in wing mirrors but this is a positive feature. This is ideal for kids who tend to spin the cars off the bends at full speed. The mirrors are usually the first thing to go and need super-glueing back on! The cars seem to be very sturdy. I am not sure if they are magnatronic but do seem to stay on the track pretty well.

The track layout is also very basic, consisting of an oval with a wiggle/narrowing part but again is good quality. The parts fit together well and are the usual connection type. This means I was able to salvage some of the good track from the old set and extend this to make it more interesting. Extension packs would be a good future buy.
My daughter is very pleased with it, whizzing cars around, out in the garden.

The sellers despatch speed was excellent. I placed the order late Tuesday evening and it was delivered first thing Thurs morning. Brilliant.

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Comment on UK Cheap Scalextric C1243 1:32 Scale Speed Stars Race Set for Sale by Mr. J. Fowler "compulsive shopper!"

Mr. J. Fowler "compulsive shopper!" — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 08:55:40 +0000

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

easy to set up,strong and fast cars, 8 Jan 2010

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This review is from: Scalextric C1243 1:32 Scale Speed Stars Race Set (Toy)

very good for the money.good strong cars that stick to the track very well,and only come off if you squeeze trigger fully.good value compared to buying items seperatley.very nice present for someone ! and appears to be well made and packaged.

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Comment on UK Low Price Thomas and Friends Take-n-Play Toby In Stock by Anonymous

Anonymous — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:51:48 +0000

Excellent addition to Thomas play sets, 14 Mar 2011

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This review is from: Thomas and Friends Take-n-Play Toby (Toy)

Perfect addition to my little boy's collection of Thomas trains...been well played with, and fits with the take and play sets.

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Comment on UK Low Price Thomas and Friends Take-n-Play Toby In Stock by Anonymous

Anonymous — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:02:01 +0000

Well let's say he's square, 12 Sep 2011

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This review is from: Thomas and Friends Take-n-Play Toby (Toy)

Toby the steam tram is a favourite from the original Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends series, he also feature in the new version. It's a shame he doesn't come with his carriage, Henrietta though. He is a decent quality die cast model with magnets front and back so he can be joined up with other engines and carriages and makes a good addition to any take n play Thomas set.

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Comment on UK Low Price Thomas and Friends Take-n-Play Toby In Stock by Anonymous

Anonymous — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:03:52 +0000

Another Thomas success, 23 Nov 2011

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This review is from: Thomas and Friends Take-n-Play Toby (Toy)

Another popular addition to an expanding 'Thomas' railway. The train is well crafted and seems to offer a really good possibility for durability. Well priced and promptly delivered.

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