Pros
Looks nice
Kids love it
Simple and easy to put together
Fun for kids and adults
Lightweight cars work best
Great tip for getting multiple cars going
Fast delivery
Keeps kids occupied for hours
Easy to assemble
Exciting crashes
Cons
Blue support beams decrease stability
Can be difficult to get multiple cars going
Cars often fall off the track
Main Product Advantages
9 Entertainment Value
Keeps children occupied for hours and provides enjoyment even for adults. Cars crashing on track creates fun and excitement.
8 Ease of Assembly
Simple to put together, takes about 5 minutes. Assembly is straightforward and doesn't require extensive instructions.
6 Compatibility with Cars
Not all cars work well; lighter, slimmer Hot Wheels cars perform best. Larger cars, especially from the movie Cars, may not fit or work properly.
6 Durability Over Time
Initially performs well but tends to lose stability and functionality over a short period. Frequent adjustments may be needed to maintain performance.
5 Battery Requirements
Requires four D cells, which are costly and can be difficult to insert and remove. Battery compartment design is not user-friendly.
5 Track Stability
Blue support beams make the track less stable, causing cars to fall off. Removing the blue beams improves stability significantly.
5 Build Quality
Some parts, like the battery cover, are cheaply made and do not hold up well. Track pieces may not always stay together properly and can require adjustments.
5 Price vs. Value
Mixed reviews on value for money; some find it worth the price, especially for children's enjoyment, while others feel it's overpriced for the quality and functionality.
Hot Wheels Criss Cross Crash Track Set Review
With the Criss Cross Crash Track Set, your kids will have a chance to watch Hot Wheels cars speed around an elevated figure-eight track towards an accident that's bound to be exciting. Children five years and up will enjoy assembling the track and hearing the rush of the cars going around the loops, heading closer to that exhilarating collision with each trip around. Eventually the inevitable occurs--and when it does, you'll hear screeches of delight.
Product Details
Criss Cross Crash Track
Ages: 5 years and up
Requires: 4 AA batteries
Our Thoughts
Fun factor: ★★★★★
Durability: ★★★★☆
Ease of assembly: ★★★★★
Educational factor: ★★★★☆
Novelty factor: ★★★★★
Features
The Good: Fast-paced racetrack with crash-em-up fun
The Challenging: You'll need to purchase a second car to get the most out of the track
Turbo-Boost at Every Lap
The Criss Cross Track Set is designed to give cars a slingshot-like boost with every lap. As soon as a car makes the looped circuit--swoosh!--off it goes again with accelerated speed on another banked loop. This turbo-boost effect is made possible by ingeniously simple mechanics. Once the car is inside the central chute, spinning rubber wheels grab the car by the sides and launch it around the course. After a car's momentum returns it after a trip around a loop, the car is propelled in another direction around yet another loop. When you have two or more cars on the track at once, they swirl wildly around the center platform.
Wait, Wait, Wait--Crash!
Add a second car to the track and it's just a matter of time before both cars cross paths in explosive fashion. When that happens, it's ka-boom time. The dramatic crash is a big part of the fun this track offers.
Easy-to-Read Instructions and Easy Set Up
Kids just learning to read can easily follow the directions that rely on detailed illustrations and arrows to convey the specifics of assembly. As long as kids follow the directions carefully, the track goes together easily. In a matter of minutes, your child will be off to the races.
What's in the Box
Criss Cross Crash Track Set central launch platform, four curved ramps, four straight ramps, four pre-bent loops of track with brackets, four support towers, one car, and instructions.
Conclusion
The Hot Wheels Criss Cross Crash Track Set is the ultimate boosted set with awesome hit-or-miss action. With more than 16' of track that includes hairpin turns, motorized boosters, and a giant crash zone, kids can enjoy crash-and-bash fun for hours on end. While you may need to purchase an additional car to get the most out of the set, the exhilarating crashes and the ease of assembly make this a worthwhile purchase for any Hot Wheels enthusiast.
