Tag Archives: Robotix

Robotix R-1000

Posted on November 18, 2009 by The Retroist

When I was a kid one my favorite toys was the Robotix set that I got for Christmas one year. I played with that Robotix R-1000 for about two years. I wore out the gears and shredded the wires. It … Continue reading →

What Action Figures would you like from the 1985 Sears Wishbook?

Posted on December 3, 2008 by The Retroist

As the Metal Misfit said, its time to start making your Christmas list. If you are having trouble, maybe these images of Action Figures from the 1985 Sears Wishbook will help you decide. Its not all Action Figures, I am … Continue reading →

Robotix

Posted on June 28, 2007 by The Retroist

Who puts the future in your hands? Robotix of course. Who gives you robots to command? Again, Robotix. Robotix was a sort of a hybrid plastic erector system that allowed you to build dino-style robots that you controlled through a … Continue reading →

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