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June 02, 2026

An Inside Look: A Day in the Life at Fx Bricks

June 02, 2026/ Michael Gale
An Inside Look: A Day in the Life at Fx Bricks

What is it like creating the future of LEGO trains at 35,000 feet? Join Michael Gale for a behind-the-scenes look at the daily adventures of running Fx Bricks across two continents.

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June 02, 2026/ Michael Gale/ 6 Comments
Community, Deep Dive
Inside Look, Behind The Scenes, Fx Bricks, Hong Kong, China, 3D Printing, LEGO Trains, Trains
August 25, 2025

Bauspielbahn-Treffen 2025 LEGO Train Event

August 25, 2025/ Michael Gale
Bauspielbahn-Treffen 2025 LEGO Train Event

Five years in, the Bauspielbahn-Treffen Train Event continues to bring together the most passionate LEGO train fans from across the globe. Climb aboard as we take a ride around the track to explore what made the 2025 show truly special.

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August 25, 2025/ Michael Gale/ 1 Comment
Conventions
BSBT, Trains, LEGO Trains, Bauspielbahn-Treffen, Fx Bricks, Convention
August 22, 2023

Bauspielbahn-Treffen 2023 LEGO Train Event

August 22, 2023/ Michael Gale
Bauspielbahn-Treffen 2023 LEGO Train Event

Travel by rail with us to Germany and the Bauspielbahn-Treffen 2023 event, an incredible gathering of the LEGO train community where even the games are played with trains.

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August 22, 2023/ Michael Gale/ Comment
Conventions
BSBT, Bauspielbahn-Treffen, Train, Trains, Fx Bricks
September 06, 2022

Bauspielbahn-Treffen 2022 LEGO Train Event

September 06, 2022/ Michael Gale
Bauspielbahn-Treffen 2022 LEGO Train Event

When I wrote about BSBT 2021, it was from the agonizing perspective of a LEGO train fan desperate to participate. However, now I can write a gushing and enthusiastic first-hand account of my participation at this year's event.

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September 06, 2022/ Michael Gale/ 3 Comments
Events, Conventions
Train, Trains, BSBT, Bauspielbahn-Treffen, Fx Bricks, Convention

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A 3D-Printed Approach to Smarter LEGO Storage
A 3D-Printed Approach to Smarter LEGO Storage

Tired of wasted space in your LEGO drawers? See how 3D printing and Gridfinity can transform chaotic piles of plastic into an efficient, customizable storage system, complete with some IKEA Alex drawer mods to unlock every inch of space.

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The Conversation Piece #19: How to Choose the Right Backdrop for Your MOC
The Conversation Piece #19: How to Choose the Right Backdrop for Your MOC

How do you show off a LEGO build once it’s finished? In this month’s Conversation Piece, the Builder Improvement Initiative explores how different backdrops, from a sheet of white cardstock to a digitally created scene, can change the way people see your MOC.

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Nerdvember 2026 Contest: Inside Edition
Nerdvember 2026 Contest: Inside Edition

Nerdly desperately needed new glasses and ended up redesigned with a removable lid. So what’s inside Nerdly? This year’s Nerdvember contest gives you three ways to answer, from a tiny build hidden inside to a creation that bursts out of the box.

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LEGO Contest Round-Up for November 2026
LEGO Contest Round-Up for November 2026

November has arrived with a fresh selection of LEGO contests and challenges. Don’t miss your chance to build a MOC and maybe even win some awesome LEGO prizes. With contests like Brickscalibur and Colossal Castle Contest returning, and new ones popping up, there’s plenty of inspiration to be found!

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This Old Track 2:  12V Edition
This Old Track 2: 12V Edition

Self-described Train Nerd, Michael Gale takes us through his process to restore old and tarnished track, in various states of deterioration. Hop aboard, and see what he comes up with, today on BrickNerd!

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This Old Track: Maintaining and Restoring Metal 9V Track
This Old Track: Maintaining and Restoring Metal 9V Track

What is the best way to clean and restore your LEGO 9V track? We take a deep dive into how to maintain, clean and restore your precious track to keep it in as good condition as possible to keep your trains running on schedule!

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Simplifying SNOT: Thinking in Cubes
Simplifying SNOT: Thinking in Cubes

In the latest installment of our LEGO SNOT series, we explore how thinking in 2×2×2 cubes takes the guesswork out of sideways building. See how a few simple SNOT cubes can help you line up studs in any direction.

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The AFOL Slang Dictionary
The AFOL Slang Dictionary

There are many acronyms, terms and phrases used to describe various LEGO things within the world of AFOLs. But what about all the made-up words we use every day that don’t make it into a standard glossary? Welcome to the AFOL Slang Dictionary.

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