Welcome to The Brick Stand’s weekly spotlight on retired LEGO sets! This week, we’re excited to take a trip down memory lane to revisit the Cloud-Rider Swoop Bikes set from the Star Wars theme. The set, numbered 75215, took its final ride off the shelves on October 4, 2019, marking the end of its availability. Let’s dive into the details of this iconic set and relive the excitement it brought to LEGO and Star Wars fans during its time in production.
Take the Chase to New Heights!
The LEGO Star Wars 75215 Cloud-Rider Swoop Bikes set is an action-packed kit that allows fans to lead a high-speed chase for the coaxium. It features LEGO brick versions of Enfys Nest and Weazel’s speeders from Solo: A Star Wars Story, each equipped with open minifigure cockpits and 2 stud shooters, perfect for action-packed LEGO minifigure battles! Included in the set are 3 minifigures: Tobias Beckett, Enfys Nest, and Weazel. Weapons include Beckett’s 2 blaster pistols, Enfys Nest’s weapon, and Weazel’s blaster. With the ability to recreate amazing adventure scenes from Solo: A Star Wars Story, this set offers endless creative play possibilities. The swoop bike with a sidecar measures over 1” (5cm) high, 8” (21cm) long, and 3” (9cm) wide, while the swoop bike without sidecar measures over 3” (9cm) high, 7” (19cm) long, and 1” (5cm) wide. This set was designed to combine with the 75217 Imperial Conveyex Transport and 75219 Imperial AT-Hauler for the ultimate high-speed train heist, rounding out its appeal to fans of exhilarating Star Wars action.
A Blast from the Past
The Cloud-Rider Swoop Bikes set is a part of the LEGO Star Wars theme and was released in 2018. It comes with 355 pieces and includes three minifigures – Enfys Nest, Weazel, and Tobias Beckett – who are all exclusive to this set. Enfys Nest, the leader of the Cloud-Riders, is a standout minifigure with a unique helmet, detailed printing on the torso and legs, and a staff-like weapon. The set features two swoop bikes – Nest’s bike and Weazel’s bike with a sidecar, both equipped with stud shooters and other play features. The set was well-received upon release and is considered to be an excellent addition to any LEGO Star Wars collection. It has garnered praise for its playability, value for money, and building experience. AFOLs highly recommend it as a display piece and for integrating into play scenarios.
Buzz on the Block
The Cloud-Rider Swoop Bikes set has garnered mixed reactions from reviewers. One reviewer expressed admiration for the minifigures, particularly Enfys Nest, Tobias Beckett, and Weazel, stating, “the figures are all really good” and appreciated the attention to detail in their designs (Andersond). Another reviewer praised the set’s playability and value for money, emphasizing its capacity for recreating scenes from Solo: A Star Wars Story, and its potential for imaginative play (DutchFlyer). However, some critics highlighted the issue of excessive stickers in the set and suggested purchasing it at a discounted price (Lego_fan_; StarKiller22515). Overall, the set received positive feedback for its minifigures, playability, and representation of the swoop bikes from the movie.
All the reviews for this article were provided by Brickset.com: Cloud-Rider Swoop Bikes Reviews
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In conclusion, the Cloud-Rider Swoop Bikes set, product number 75215, was a fantastic addition to the Star Wars theme. Retired on various dates in 2019, this set brought the excitement of the Star Wars universe to LEGO fans. Don’t miss out on next week’s spotlight as we continue to showcase other retired sets in our weekly series. Be sure to check back in for more nostalgic LEGO fun!
