$ Friule $ !!!

zokissima wrote:

Yeah, this kinda is a kick in the back, but I guess it was to be expected. I just wish I picked up those Tiger I mid tracks when they were still cheaper.

 You could still check on Ebay, there are loads of Friuls listed for around $32 still.  Though the shipping to Canada is probably where they'll sock it to ya.

disastermaster wrote:

This absolutely seals my decision to never use these tracks......I never have anyway, and I've not had any problems with using the kit tracks that I couldn't fix with a bit of time and effort. Now that they are costing even more (maybe) people will use more initiative and dig a little deeper to develop their talents to produce realistic results with the kit parts and enjoy the benefits of those efforts.

Disaster :

Hmmm.....It sounds as though there are no "skills" involved in assembling a set of Fruil Track by your assessment. This is a common misconception by those who have never built a set. Believe me, drilling a couple of hundred blocks with a pin vice and assembling them with pins/wire is definitely a "skill".

I think it is better to assume a "live and let live" policy when it comes to AM accessories. Fruil track are just as challenging  and satisfying as kit tracks, I have built BOTH.

I'm not trying to start a flamer here, so please think about your reply. I respect your decision to reject the AM track, I'm just asking for that respect in return as to my choices. That way we all get along and can agree to disagree.

Also, some of us have "earned" the right to purchase what some perceive as "outrageous" accessories that are "insanely" priced. I guess it depends on what a person can afford and what they can't. Do you drive a Focus or a Ferrarri?

Some people pay $6.00 for a cup of foamy coffee. This is not an indictment for Starbucks or thier patrons. Isn't it the same analogy when it comes to modeling? Think about it dude. Its not about Fruil tracks or a PE set that replaces the entire styrene  of the Dragon half track.

Its just about choices......You create from the minimum, that is your bag....your post implies that an AM purchase suggests a lack of "skill". I couldn't disagree more, but I still respect your right to do as you please. How about some in return?

regards,

Steve

Too bad they went up. I won't pay it. A lot of guys really love them though. As for me, they are an unnecessary luxury..... uh yes, a real "frill".

This absolutely seals my decision to never use these tracks......I never have anyway, and I've not had any problems with using the kit tracks that I couldn't fix with a bit of time and effort.
Now that they are costing even more (maybe) people will use more initiative and dig a little deeper to develop their talents to produce realistic results with the kit parts and enjoy the benefits of those efforts.
 
I get much more satisfaction in producing equal or better looking tracks by using what comes in the box along with the added bonus of helping me to improve my ability, plus, (as kit prices stealthily creep up) the money I save will go toward being able to afford them.

Cursed declining Dollar....

I've only bought one set of those things, and I probably won't ever again.  Perhaps I'm old-fasioned, but I really don't see anything wrong with kit tracks.  Of course, I'm an Armor-modeler-in-training, so what do I know.

Suggested retail is $54, discounted is $44 Last time I ordered it was in the $30's.  I guess the real problem is compared to the Dollar, the Euro is worth 40% more now than 6 years ago.

I'm now looking at Model Kasten as an alternative. Looks like I will have to give up the weight that Friules have.   Greg.

YEAH! WAYYYY TOO MUCH$ I'm glad that I bought the ones that I've got a loooooong time ago when they were still too expensive!

I embrace the ones that I've got but I won't buy any more.