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Build your own thrill-filled coaster. Watch the 10MM spheres go through cool loops and pass by the magic Magnetix bridge. Use the iMixer to create your own background music. Choose from 10 different beats and over 20 sample tracks. Requires 4 "C" batteries, not included.
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.Ten Extreme Configurations
What We Think
Fun Factor:
Durability:
(what this means)
The Good: Track can be reconfigured for long-lasting fun
The Bad: Small parts may get lost
In a Nutshell: The iCoaster is a unique building set for action-loving kids.At a Glance
Ages: 6 and up
Requires: Four C batteries
The 64 piece iCoaster set comes with a booklet that illustrates ten different extreme roller coaster layouts. With ten towers and seven hyper stunt track pieces to include, there are all kinds of possibilities. 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, they can unleash their creative instincts and invent new layouts.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.The plug & play control box features ten music backgrounds, ten sensor beats/sound effects and a jack where you can plug your iPod or other MP3 player in and customize the sounds behind your roller coaster. You need to provide your own connector cable and music player to take advantage of this feature.
Durable and Educational Design
The plastic pieces seemed quite durable, and they snapped apart just as easily as they snapped together. Our only concern about the iCoaster was the potential for losing or damaging small connector pieces, but even these held up well in our construction and reconstruction of the track.It's easy to see why the previous iCoaster was recognized by The National Parenting Center and Parents Magazine as an incredible building toy. This version retains all the great qualities of its predecessor and is bigger, stronger and faster.
The construction oriented iCoaster encourages kids to build with determination, helping enhance their ability to focus and their fine-motor skills. It also promotes understanding of magnetism, inspires creativity and helps kids develop problem-solving skills, adding an innovative dimension to play.
What's in the Box
Magnetic elevator, 10 towers, 10 tower bases, 11 track pieces, 7 stunt pieces, 17 connector pieces, 2 light-up sensors, plug & play control box with speaker, 5 15-millimeter magnetic metallic rider balls and illustrated instruction booklet.The Magnetix iCoaster takes construction toys to the next level. Using the immense power of magnetism, it allows kids to construct the very first magnetic roller coaster, complete with drops, jumps, and loops. Recommended for ages six and up, the iCoaster is a state-of-the-art multi-sensory experience that will completely enthrall kids and adults alike.
An included Music Studio allow kids to put a soundtrack to their coaster.An Exhilarating Ride
Multiple loop-de-loops, trampolines, and magnetic track sections show the power of magnetistm.
The iCoaster combines speed, high-tech design, and magnetism into one package. As with all Magnetix toys, the basis of the iCoaster is magnetic power. The coaster's "car" is a 15-millimeter metal ball -- or "rider ball" -- which is propelled along the track through magnetism. Kids will be amazed as the rider ball seemingly levitates on the track of the coaster at high speeds, and they can construct the iCoaster in up to 10 different ways. Because it uses magnetism, the iCoaster is also capable of some jaw-dropping stunts. The ball will go through loop-de-loops, trampolines, sheer drops, and corkscrews. It will even "float" across broken areas in the track. Perhaps the most impressive feature is the "magnetic elevator," which carries the ball up a shaft through magnetic power alone. If kids could board and ride this coaster, it would easily be the most thrilling ride ever made!Your Own Soundtrack
The iCoaster also comes with a Sound FX and Music Studio, which kids can use to put a soundtrack to their coaster. It features 4,000-plus distinct musical combinations, adding to the excitement with sound effects. The possibilities don't stop there: Kids can also plug an MP3 player into the music studio and choose the perfect song for the coaster. With this feature, kids can play everything from "Flight of the Valkyries" to the latest Billboard Top 40 hits. Crank up the volume for maximum excitement and adrenaline.Great Educational Benefit
Whether they are building a vehicle or a skyscraper, kids will be totally captivated by Magnetix, as they explore the power of magnetism and learn how it works. In addition to teaching them the basics of magnetism, Magnetix can also teach them other valuable things. It will go a long way in developing their creativity, by encouraging them to use their imagination to concoct new designs and structures. It will also refine their fine motor skills and hone their ability to focus and be attentive. In addition, Magnetix can boost their reasoning skills, as it requires them to follow directions and find unique ways to solve problems.About Magnetix
Magnetix is one of the most popular construction toys in the world. By harnessing the power of magnetism, Magnetix allows kids to construct creative, gravity-defying structures. Magnetix toys were released by Rose Art Industries in September 2003, and have since branched out into several different toys, such as the successful "Magna-Man" line.What's in the Box
17 Magnetix iCoaster tracks, 2 light-up sensors, 6 stunt pieces, 10 adjustable towers, 10 15-millimeter magnetic metallic rider balls, magnetic elevator, and Sound FX Music Studio.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 3.5 / 5.0 
My Three Sons Love This Set!: 
My sons, ages 9, 7, and 6, really enjoy this toy! It is a great building set that allows them to work together to create a roller-coaster type path for the ball. They have to solve problems by finding the right track or piece that will get the ball back to the start or fix angles in the track if the ball falls off, etc. Adding the music and lights makes it even more fun! It's a great hands-on toy that teaches about magnetism, gravity and physics. Very entertaining!
Absolutly loved it!!:
We purchased this item for our son as a Christmas gift. He absolutly loves it and has been playing with it constantly. One of the things that we really like about it is that you can make numerous different "coasters" instead of just one. It also has different levels of difficulty for building the coasters. I would recommend the I-Coaster to anyone. My nine year old son loves it and my husband enjoys building some of the more difficult coasters.
Sometimes it works, sometimes it does not.: 
My son loves this toy when we can get it to work well. It's pretty cool. However, the marble does not always stay on the track. Also, it takes a very long time to set up and once set up, the supports can often tip/fall without much provocation. Overall, noty worth the money or aggravation. He got it last Christmas and hasn't touched it since.
not worth the money .. expensive cat toy: 
My son wanted this sooo bad for his 10th birthday.
He set it up ok, but no cord to hook up mp3.
With the already high price this is a extra, ouch!
Speaker is wimpy and cheep! Tracks fall off with the slightest movement. ect..
He wants to keep it as he is a whiz at fixing things.
Not recommended. The cat likes to watch the ball.
He sits at the part of the track where the ball
falls off.... the magnets are not strong enough.
Too bad Magnetics brand are...more info
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