jaisonline Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 True I remember when TMNT was introduced in both the comics and cartoon yeah, I'm that old ha Still though Scooby Doo had pretty much a 20 year head start (cartoon-wise) to gain fans. The thing about Scooby is the cartoon appealed to adults (like the original TMNT comic) unlike the TMNT cartoon. Look, this Scooby theme can turn out to be another retail dud but who knows. Some of us thought Toy Story and TMNT would have been winners from the start I hear you, but it's not like TMNT was introduced yesterday - it's been around for at least 30 years. That's not 'flash in the pan' material.And perhaps there are more TMNT toys for a reason? I would bet nearly all people faced with picking which franchise would sell more Lego would probably have picked the Turtles. Either way, just an interesting thought... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpinemaps Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 True I remember when TMNT was introduced in both the comics and cartoon yeah, I'm that old ha Still though Scooby Doo had pretty much a 20 year head start (cartoon-wise) to gain fans. The thing about Scooby is the cartoon appealed to adults (like the original TMNT comic) unlike the TMNT cartoon. Look, this Scooby theme can turn out to be another retail dud but who knows. Some of us thought Toy Story and TMNT would have been winners from the start The original TMNT cartoon (and the really bad 2004 series) were made for kids. But the Nickelodeon series is pretty adult. It's really good. I was skeptical when my kids wanted to watch it. But I'm hooked as much as they are. It's really pretty adult with its themes. That doesn't translate into toys necessarily. Just an interesting observation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exciter1 Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 I don't recall my kid ever saying "Zoinks" before. Started putting together the minifigs and sets today and I heard "Zoinks" about 50 times in 2 hrs. Good stuff! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheOrcKing Posted July 31, 2015 Author Share Posted July 31, 2015 I don't recall my kid ever saying "Zoinks" before. Started putting together the minifigs and sets today and I heard "Zoinks" about 50 times in 2 hrs. Good stuff!Like wow, man. That's so groovy. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
risingsun11801 Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 The smaller 3 sets are already OOS ship in 30 days? What did the horde do?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbacunn Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 The smaller 3 sets are already OOS ship in 30 days? What did the horde do?? We hoard, that's what horde do. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biking_tiger Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 Pretty sure this is due to actual consumers as well. I think many underestimated the power and popularity of Scooby and the gang. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete411 Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 As a collector, Lego is really letting me down. How can they have a brand new set sell out the first day that it's released?! Are they trying to manipulate the supply chain like Nintendo does with amiibos? We all know what a huge cluster collecting those have become. There's really no excuse for this. Yeah the horde has played a part but a large multi-billion dollar company should be able to plan for this. Anyways horde. Unleash the dogs and go to work. There's money to be made as TLG stubbornly tries to leave multiple sets on life support without meeting the needs of the marketplace. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fossilrock Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 Pretty sure this is due to actual consumers as well. I think many underestimated the power and popularity of Scooby and the gang. Just like they underestimated Jurassic World. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tacsniper Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 The smaller 3 sets are already OOS ship in 30 days? What did the horde do??Claim down people... its a glitch guys. You think after all the freebie sets they gave out to the youtube channels they will let this line go out of stock for long? It's not a movie where its a short hype. This is a long time running cartoon. This line will be sticking around and more will come back instock shortly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cory730 Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 My TRU got them in but no Mystery Machine. Sold 75 percent in 1 day. My targets show in stock but they are not putting them out. Would not let me buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaisonline Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 exactly what i was thinking but even worse than JW. my local TRU has a huge Lego setup and SD only had a very small area dedicated to it (1-2 feet wide for 3 shelves).Just like they underestimated Jurassic World. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brickolodon Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 Looks like all target stores in my area (89119) got them in stock...already... ....my closest one got 3 last night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cladner Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 all the stores around me list them as being in stock.i went to 2 today - nothing on the shelves.was denied help by sales person.stock tracker says that each store only has 4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbacunn Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 all the stores around me list them as being in stock.i went to 2 today - nothing on the shelves.was denied help by sales person.stock tracker says that each store only has 4. Me too. No sign of any Scooby sets in the one Target I tried. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fossilrock Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 exactly what i was thinking but even worse than JW. my local TRU has a huge Lego setup and SD only had a very small area dedicated to it (1-2 feet wide for 3 shelves). Ironically, the Scooby Doo sets at the local TRU today were in the same place the JW sets used to be last month. Should I take that as a sign? It's always interesting they have entire walls thick to the brim of Ninjago, and Chima which seem to always have "clearance tags".. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpinemaps Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 Just to balance this out for everyone, my local TRU's (3 of them) all only received one case of Jokerlands this week (3 to a case). They also got the Batman boat with Deathstroke, but it was already sold out by the time I got to my local TRU.So, it's not just SD. It's the entire product line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ciglione Posted August 1, 2015 Share Posted August 1, 2015 Just to balance this out for everyone, my local TRU's (3 of them) all only received one case of Jokerlands this week (3 to a case). They also got the Batman boat with Deathstroke, but it was already sold out by the time I got to my local TRU.So, it's not just SD. It's the entire product line.I think Lego is testing the water first before they produce more. Probably this is not by choice but they are forced by the upcoming force. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheOrcKing Posted August 2, 2015 Author Share Posted August 2, 2015 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyHawkeye Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 all the stores around me list them as being in stock.i went to 2 today - nothing on the shelves.was denied help by sales person.stock tracker says that each store only has 4.same exact story for me - local stores show 4 in stock, and the two I went to had nothing out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcdfan Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 all the stores around me list them as being in stock.i went to 2 today - nothing on the shelves.was denied help by sales person.stock tracker says that each store only has 4. Me too. No sign of any Scooby sets in the one Target I tried. same exact story for me - local stores show 4 in stock, and the two I went to had nothing out Exactly the same as well. Tracker shows 4 in stock. 2 separate sales people said they "should be over there & if they're not, we're out" pointing to the Lego isle. The Lego isle showed no signs of Scooby Doo (or JW). I also spoke to a manager for assistance but I left after about 15 minutes waiting on his return... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayhall31 Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 4 in stock for me too, wonder if it's just a blanket shipment for all Target. I was so excited to grab one or two at regular price. I had to go to TRU and pay the markup for the last one there. Worth it though, it's a great set, and should be fun to watch after I hopefully have a few more to save. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenxxx Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 I was just able to order at Target.com for local store pick-up. I couldn't do that yesterday. We'll see if the order gets filled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cory730 Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Same here. Did store pickup to 3 different stores. Wal-Mart app showed up in stock but would not let me do site to store yet. Lets hope for another Hulkbuster and Raptor Escape. The good thing is there is not one person who would buy a scooby doo set without buying the MMachine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaisonline Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 (edited) I was just able to order at Target.com for local store pick-up. I couldn't do that yesterday. We'll see if the order gets filled.same thing here. Just noticed target.com showing inventory for all sets at my local store and online. I really want a Mystery Machine for a build review topic here so I placed 2 orders of 1 set each (online and in-store pickup). http://goto.target.com/c/65738/81938/2092?u=www.target.com/p/lego-scooby-doo-the-mystery-machine-75902/-/A-21506194 update: target (w/ my permission) changed my in-store pick-up option to shipping. it appears the store doesn't have them. so i am trying TRU now get a single set since i have $5 in rewards. Edited August 2, 2015 by jaisonline 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.