Monty Python podracer challenges Mac podracer as best LEGO mashup ever

The iPod Racer by Matt De Lanoy may have seemed the epitome of LEGO geekiness — a good thing! — but this “Swallow podracer” by tbone_tbl is quite possibly its equal:

The podrace engines that represent King Arthur’s 5-ounce swallows tow a two-pound coconut pod, with the king’s trusty servant Patsy clopping along behind.

It remains unclear whether the swallows are African or European…

8 Responses to “Monty Python podracer challenges Mac podracer as best LEGO mashup ever”

  1. This is the funniest Lego shit I’ve seen in months. Fantastic idea and execution. Ni!

  2. Are those coconuts?

  3. Wow, I’ve been waiting YEARS for the answer–and here it is!!

  4. Its only a model

  5. Are those African or European Swallows?

  6. Will Thomas Says:

    A nice mashup, but Pepa’s still gets my vote.

  7. TheDoughboy Says:

    Shmails:
    They are European swallows.

    “King arthur proves once and for, all that two 5 ounce european swallows CAN carry a 2 pound coconut.”

    http://www.fbtb.net/forums/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=545&sid=036ffbfdb265bca4d8949311b8b26ee7&start=20

  8. Well, this is definitely the FUNNIEST entry. Great concept!