Thunderbirds Interactive Tracy Island Playset

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The only problem is that there's a tiny "native" fishing boat visible in it, which hardly fits the Thunderbirds back-story. Background [ edit ] Shooting locations for the live-action version of Tracy Island included Anse Lazio beach on the island of Praslin in Seychelles (pictured).In the Thunderbirds television series, it was the secret headquarters of the International Rescue organisation - but as a toy it meant so much more. This year represents the 3rd time Vivid Toy Group have launched Tracy Island as part of their Thundebirds toy range. Like the Thunderbirds vehicles that preceded them, these vehicles were released in a box set dubbed the Spectrum Command Team. Loading… RatingLet us know what you think about the Matchbox Thunderbirds Tracy Island by leaving a product rating.

The Tracy Island playset was top of many Christmas lists but large demand resulted in a shortage that left many parents and children upset. On exiting the hangar, the palm trees lining the runway swing outwards to accommodate the wingspan of Thunderbird 2. Pilot and passenger transportation systems for Thunderbird 2 and Thunderbird 3 are also built into the surrounding structure, providing direct flight-deck access. A monorail link to the main island allows access and transportation of supplies without drawing attention to the organization's activities. BBC1's Blue Peter famously ran a make-your-own segment for those unlucky enough not to bag a real one.As mentioned the die cast craft fitted perfectly with Tracy Island, the island came with electronic sounds and spaces for all of the Thunderbird craft to be released from their respective places. There are also frequently asked questions, a product rating and feedback from users to enable you to optimally use your product.

In 2015, to coincide with the debut of the remake Thunderbirds Are Go, Vivid released a new version of the toy incorporating smart technology. Partly, it's because I’m 35 and have a job and a family, but also because I actually had to do it myself rather than getting my mother to make it for me. Tracy Island is the secret headquarters of the International Rescue organisation in the 1960s British Supermarionation television series Thunderbirds and its adaptations. The buildings on the re-imagined island were deliberately given a " retro-futuristic" appearance, described by production designer John Beard as "based in the '60s and '70s, which is similar to what we were doing for Brazil.He also views it as an imperialist symbol in that it effectively serves as "a Pacific base for American influence", which he believes "strikes a chilling chord in today's post- Cold War era of American global peace-keeping.

Inspirational interactive and educational learning toys made the year a techno led season for knowledgeable kids. The Tracy Island villa (centre‑left) and swimming pool (bottom‑right) from the original Thunderbirds. The vehicles line consisted of the Spectrum Patrol Car, Spectrum Jet Liner (or Spectrum Passenger Jet), Angel Interceptor (twin pack) and the mighty Spectrum Pursuit Vehicle (SPV) (with firing missile, moving tracks, antenna and ejector door).In this case, the Cloudbase Play Set was produced and featured storage for the die cast vehicles, raising flight ramp, discreet rolling wheels on the base and a hidden view into the control room from the back of the bridge. Despite its tiny screen and dull green background, the Nintendo Game Boy was an absolute revelation when it launched three decades ago. Robert Harrop have been producing Supermarionation and Thunderbirds models for a number of years and their reproductions have won many fans and plaudits. Mateo Island: In the event of emergencies and to provide additional services facilities, nearby Mateo Island has also been converted for International Rescue's use by the Tracy family.