However, I've been to a lot of shows, and shows mean temptation and a wallet work-out.
First up, the silliest items. A couple of Playmobil boats - OK, a boat and a hovercraft. These were inspired by the fantastic display of models along the front of "Loft City Central".
Regular readers will know I love a Playmobil boat, and there were several on show that I wanted to know more about. Obviously, it's rude to pick things up on a stand, and both the owners and I were too busy for me to investigate further, however, the internet came to my rescue.
The question was, "Do the hovercraft and small speedboat float?"
Sadly, the web let me with the direct answer, but I did find some examples for sale on ebay, and for very little money. A fiver for the hovercraft, and 99p for the speedboat. I am a big kid with a credit card, so, bought them both.
And the answer is - yes they do. Not only that, but they are designed to have the power pod containing batteries, a motor and propeller, clipped underneath. I'm sure I have one of these somewhere, and when I find it, they will be going for a spin on the pond.
You are probably wondering if radio control could be fitted, and the answer is, probably, but it would be a lot of work. These aren't high on the project list (that fishing boat from a few weeks ago trumps them), but maybe one day. After all, with a little LiPo, tiny speed control and a micro servo, I'm sure something could be made to work.
