by generalsjoes | Oct 13, 2008 | G.I. Joe, Web Stuff
Custom Celebration 3 set for October 13-26
Joecustoms.com to showcase 6 years of impassioned innovation in October
October 13, 2008
For more than 25 years, Hasbro’s G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero action figures have fueled the imaginations of passionate fans. And since 2002, more than 1,700 those fans have drawn on each other’s energy and creativity to inspire their own artistic efforts, sharing customized versions of their favorite characters and original creations through Joecustoms.com. (http://www.joecustoms.com)
An independently run fan site for G.I. Joe hobbyists, enthusiasts and collectors, Joecustoms offers free hosting for more than 7,600 customized action figures, 550 customized vehicles, and 80 playsets, as well as commentary from the artistic minds behind them. The site is supported by its users – including the artists themselves – who share their thoughts and insights on G.I. Joe, customizing and any number of topics through the site’s forums.
For the third year in a row, this energetic online community will come together to celebrate all that makes their fandom, their creativity and their camaraderie so special during the site’s annual Custom Celebration, to be held October 13-26.
Past Custom Celebrations have included interviews with some of the finest customizers, who often share tips and techniques through tutorials posted to the site’s wiki. Visitors can also read in-depth articles on G.I. Joe, customizing and related topics, as well as reviews of figures from the site’s gallery by some long-time members.
Past Custom Celebrations have drawn record numbers of visitors to Joecustoms. And – with the recent revitalization of the online G.I. Joe and customizing communities following the successful launch and outstanding reception of Hasbro’s popular 25th Anniversary line – there has never been a better time to be a fan among fans.
For more information on Joecustoms.com’s Custom Celebration 3 and a schedule of events, contact joecustoms@gmail.com
by generalsjoes | Oct 8, 2008 | G.I. Joe
So the topics on my blog here have been a little sparse. Sure, the Red Sox are in the ALCS, but I know a lot of you guys just want G.I. Joe news. 😉
So you want news? Here’s a little wrap up of the news to date this week:
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by generalsjoes | Oct 8, 2008 | G.I. Joe, Web Stuff
If I may, I’m going to take a moment to plug a project that’s near and dear to me…
The JOhio Midwest G.I. Joe Collector’s Club has a new home on the web at JOhio.net and JOhioclub.com! The forums are still a little sparse, as it just went “live” today, but make sure you stop in, register, and say hello!
JOhio is one of the larger regional G.I. Joe fan clubs, and is centered in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky, but hopes to expand its presence in Illinois, Michigan, and other surrounding areas. If you’re interested in joining the group, be sure to contact “HelaViper” (Jon) at the site.
We now return you to your normal programming. Thank you.
by generalsjoes | Sep 24, 2008 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe 25th Anniversary
If I had the time and energy for such things, I’d go back over all the G.I. Joe message boards for the last year and a half, just to see how many fans clamored for the release of a red-emblemed COBRA Trooper, and then compare that to the number of supposed “fans” that are screaming bloody murder about how they’re being released now.
Are you guys kidding me? Hasbro gives you exactly what you say you want, and you complain anyway?
Crazy. Well, that’s the kind term for it, anyway.
Look, I want to see the likes of Airtight, Recondo, Footloose, Dr. Mindbender, Ripcord and the like in the 25th Anniversary line as much as the next guy, but don’t you think that the Big H deserves a little slack on this one? Every fourth wave is a repaint wave, and they’re putting out what’s probably been the most asked-for repaint in it. I can see getting upset about the neon-green Ninja Viper, or the far-too-faithful recreation of the Python Patrol Crimson Guardsman, but the Trooper? Really?
Looks like a win on the surface. I suppose that’s just me.
by generalsjoes | Sep 21, 2008 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe 25th Anniversary, G.I. Joe Toys
As I look back through some posts I’ve made here, I come across the realization that if you just read this blog, you might thinkthat I hate the Anniversary figures! Oye…how did that happen?
Like a lot of other folks, I’ve gotten a bit tired of the endless repaints and re-releases, and am getting somewhat stumped as to why we haven’t at least seen some sign of Recondo, Ripcord, Dr. Mindbender, Wet Suit and a handful of other characters that would be easy to do with exisiting parts and seem like no-brainers. But when it comes to the Anniversary stuff I can certainly appreciate the quality of the toys themselves, and I am greatly looking forward to the upcoming Wave 7 single packs.
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by generalsjoes | Sep 19, 2008 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe 25th Anniversary, Sigma 6 (8" Scale)
Well, got my camera yesterday after work, and took a couple of hours getting familiar with the features and “breaking it in” a bit. A very, VERY cool piece of equipment. A much better zoom, higher resolution, manual aperture and shutter speed settings…this should work very well, even though I’m still learning a bit about shooting indoors with low light (as you’ll see in some collection pics).
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