Mega Brands Magnext iCoaster (New 2008 Model)
From Mega Brands
Customer Reviews
New 2008 version is great!
My son wanted this toy for awhile and finally got it this past week. We have read the negative reviews and he was worried that it would not be worth the money, but he really wanted to try it. The new version doesn't seem to have any of the problems that the older version has. The track now snaps together and is does not fall apart- he even applied pressure on purpose. The music player still needs an extra attachment ire, but that was not his biggest draw to this toy. The music box sounds are sufficient. All-in-all, it has been worth the money.
PipersPicks.TV's HoopDeeDo Magnetix iCoaster Review
Piper Reese just did a total review of this new version of the iCoaster for PIpersPicks.TV. After doing just one track from the manual, they put together a dual track design in about 20-25 minutes that works great. It's a really funny look at the iCoaster and how the whole thing works. Definitely a must see for anyone interested in the iCoaster - and anyone interested in a great podcast. It's on their site and you can find the review on YouTube if you search "piper icoaster"
Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com Review
Experience fast-paced magnetic fun with the MagNext iCoaster from Mega brands. With lights, sound and the ability to plug your iPod into it and customize the background beat, this 64-piece set features a stunt-packed track that can be configured 10 different ways. This construction set provides a creative outlet for kids aged six and up. Small pieces make it inappropriate for small children who require constant supervision.
 Seven stunt pieces add drama to each iCoaster ride. View larger. |
 A magnetic elevator takes metal rider balls back to the top of the coaster. View larger. |
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The 64-piece iCoaster set comes with a booklet that illustrates 10 extreme roller coaster layouts to choose from. With 10 towers and seven hyper stunt track pieces, the possibilities seem endless. Each piece is identified by a symbol at both ends so that assembly is a straightforward process that encourages little engineers to be precise in building the suggested tracks. When they've mastered these layouts, they can unleash their creative instincts and invent new ones.
Once a coaster has been constructed, five 15-millimeter magnetic rider balls act as cars, zipping around the track, providing a serious adrenaline rush. Before the action starts, an adult will need to use a Philips head screwdriver to install four "C" batteries, which power the lights, sounds and cool magnetic elevator.
Lights, Music and Speed
Stunts that can be incorporated into the track include a bounce jump, vertical loop and magnetic slide. One of our favorite features was the sleek, magnetic elevator that transported each metal ball back to the top of the iCoaster at the end of a ride. Two flashing lights can be placed in any tower to complement the neon track pieces and add visual interest every time a ball goes whizzing by.
