Racer Trixie
Racer Trixie
My first childhood crush was on the cartoon Speed Racer.
When that theme song would start to play, time stood still. After each episode aired, I would sit for hours in my bedroom, perched on top of my toy box (my own little Mach 5), and reenact the episode, with me playing the role of Trixie. Ah, those were the days.
Imagine my surprise when I saw the trailer for the new Speed Racer movie. It is being described as a “live action” movie, but it appears to be more of an amalgamation of special effects and live action. I was immediately transported back to those early days of my childhood, long before words like branding, promotion and marketing were ever part of my daily lexicon.
In any case, what the heck did they do to my beloved Speed Racer?
Today’s kids will no doubt be enthralled by this new 2.0 version of my childhood crush. For me, it signals the end of an era. Sure, this slick, action-packed version will no doubt be a hit among its target audience – but I can’t help but reminisce about the original. Some things just can’t be improved upon.
Now, before you label me a sour puss stick-in-the-mud, let me assure you that I do love and enjoy the advancements around me. I can remember the days before microwaves, the days when the television didn’t require multiple remote controls, and the days when telephones had rotary dials – and for the record, I don’t miss those days.
Audre Lorde put it best, “There are no new ideas. There are only new ways of making them felt.” While I don’t believe that is one hundred percent accurate, I do think that there is some truth to it.
As business owners, it is easy to fall prey to a culture with a short attention span. You may feel compelled to buckle to the pressure, and make changes. Before you decide to make sweeping changes and ride the wave of “new and improved,” give some careful consideration to the impact these changes will have on your existing business.
Let’s say, for example, that you buy out a competitor’s business – one that has a long-standing, and respected name in the community or market. Your first impulse may be to ride in, guns blazing, and change the name, or simply merge it under your own brand. Before you do this, consider the costs involved, as well as the potential customer loss involved when you lose that brand cache. It is far less costly to retain a customer than to secure a new one. Perhaps a better idea would be to simply merge the brands under a hyphenated umbrella – taking full advantage of the strength and brand recognition of both.
Change, simply for the sake of change, is never a good idea.
For my movie dollar, Speed Racer was one of those things that you just can’t (or at least shouldn’t) improve upon. Look around, the marketplace is full of other examples. Don’t believe me? Well, I have just two words for you…New Coke(R). Enough said.
Traci Hayner Vanover, aka The Promo Diva(R), is a brand burgeoner and business consultant that specializes in working with entrepreneurs and authors.
Drawing on over twenty years experience in the fields of market research, sales and promotion, Traci’s Propabranda blog focuses on the conception, implementation and promotion of great brands. Traci is known for drawing inspiration from unexpected sources, as well as her ability to convey concepts in a way that is relatable, memorable and fun. Traci is the founder and publisher of Entrepreneur & Self-Employed Business Journal, a daily business magazine.
Need halloween costume –> Trixie from Speed Racer!?
Heh…yeah….so for Halloween I want to dress as Trixie from Speed Racer (when she wore the racer outfit…or might consider her pink outfit idk) and my fiance wants to dress as either Speed or Racer X. (Personally I think Speed would go better with ME! but Racer X is pretty cool).
Halloween is the only time when we can act like kids and dress up, etc, etc…. so I really want it to look good and have fun. I haven’t been able to find anything good online….help please?
If there’s a designer out there that’s up for the challenge….I don’t mind buying it straight from you!
Thanks in advance!
I think the Racer X costumer looks really cheap. Trying to find an all body pleather suit that I can sew a silver X onto might work better?
Also….not too sure about those Trixie outfits….maybe I really should stick with her pink outfit from the Helicopter? Where can I find a nice one?
Here’s a Trixie and Speed Racer I found online, they look like really nice costumes
Trixie http://www.clicket.com/Products/Adult-Sexy-Trixie-Costume~888764.html
Another Trixie http://www.clicket.com/Products/Adult-Trixie-Costume~888762.html
Racer X http://www.clicket.com/Products/Adult-Racer-X-Costume~888920.html
Speed Racer and Trixie- No Regrets
|
|
SPEED RACER TRIXIE FIGURE $0.99 |
|
|
Speed Racer Trixie Marvel 1st appearanxes Stinger lot of 2 figures MOC $5.95 |
|
|
OFFICIAL LICENSED SPEED RACER TRIXIE FIGURE 6-7″ BENDABLE NEW!112911A $0.99 |
|
|
Lot of 3 SPEED RACER Bendy Action Figures – Bendable Poseable Racer X Trixie $10.00 |
|
|
UB FUNKEYS OFFICIAL LOT SET OF 4 BRAND NEW SEALED TRIXIE -SPEED RACER GIRLFRIEND $9.95 |
|
|
OFFICIAL LICENSED SPEED RACER TRIXIE FIGURE 6-7″ BENDABLE NEW!120111b $0.99 |
|
|
UB FUNKEYS BY RADICA SPEED RACER CANNONBALL TRIXIE M6790 6795 $3.99 |
|
|
RESAURUS SPEED RACER SERIES 1 TRIXIE NEW IN PACKAGE $14.99 |
|
|
OFFICIAL LICENSED SPEED RACER TRIXIE FIGURE 6-7″ BENDABLE NEW!112511B $0.99 |
|
|
Speed Racer Classics Trixie Bendable Poseable Figure $6.99 |
|
|
NEW Lego Speed Racer Trixie Minifig $4.76 |
|
|
Speed Racer Trixie Barbie Deluxe Collector’s Set MIB! $109.99 |
|
|
SPEED RACER LOT OF 2 TRIXIE AND SPEED RACER ReSaurus $29.99 |
|
|
SPEED RACER TRIXIE GIRL Funkey Electronic Interactive $12.99 |
|
|
UB Funkeys SPEED RACER TRIXIE RACER X SNAKE RARE NIP $22.49 |
|
|
Supercharged $3.25 Hot Rod Music. Unlike anything which has come before, The Reactors mix a varielty of styles and influences to create a phenomenal new rock sound…. |
|
|
Speed Racer – Episodes 1-11 $2.25 The world’s favorite high-octane animated hero is back!Roaring into action aboard his trusty Mach-5 it’s the intrepid young race car driver who sparked an international cult phenomenon: the one-and-only Speed Racer!Now for the first time ever the first eleven episodes of this classic hugely popular “Japanimation” series are brought together in this special limited edition DVD. Turbo-charged with a… |
|
|
Speed Racer Classic MACH 5 Vehicle W/Exclusive Spridle & Chim Chim Action Figure (1999 Resaurus) $38.19 Based on the 60′s Anime show, Speed Racer Classic Mach 5 race car. Made for play with the 5 inches tall Speed Racer Action Figure line. Comes with exclusive Spridle and Chim Chim action figures (Other figures sold separately), (the figures look like they do in the anime). Mach 5 has Removable clear canopy, pop-up periscope, Seats 2 figures, Snap on front saw blades w/rotating blades, snap on auto … |
|
|
8160 * CRUNCHER BLOCK & RACER X * LEGO Speed Racer Series 367 Piece Building Set (Includes 4 LEGO Minifigures & Missile Launching Action)) $59.99 Can Racer X outrun the cheating Cruncher Block? Cruncher Block tries to fix every race’¦but this time, the mysterious Racer X is out to stop him! But the masked racer will have to be careful — Cruncher’s massive semi truck is packed with tricks and traps like a hidden firing missile. Includes Cruncher Block, Racer X, Cruncher’s Driver and Taejo minifigures! Launch the truck’s hidden missile! Fli… |
|
|
MACH 5 WITH SAW BLADES Hot Wheels SPEED RACER 1:64 Scale Movie Vehicle $4.25 HOT WHEELS SPEED RACER MOVIE SERIES: Hurtling down the track, careening around, over and through the competition, Speed Racer is a natural behind the wheel. Born to race cars, Speed is aggressive, instinctive and, most of all, fearless. His only real competition is the memory of the brother he idolized-the legendary Rex Racer – whose death in a race has left behind a legacy that Speed is driven to… |
|
|
Speed Racer: Based on the Film, Speed Racer $0.01 The interactive Speed Racer Sound Book enables children to join Speed Racer on a thrilling race to the finish line. Children ages 3 to 5 will enjoy pushing seven buttons to animate the story from the popular movie with exciting sounds and music as they thunder around the track.Illustrated icons on every page match seven big, bright buttons on the panel at the side of the book. As readers and pre-r… |
|
|
Speed Racer – Trixie Juniors T-Shirt In Cream Officially Licensed: Brand New T-Shirts, Hats, Collectibles, & Memorabilia…. |
|
|
Speed Racer The Movie Trixie Costume Adult $42.99 Romper and glovelets included. Brand new…. |
|
|
Sexy Trixie Costume $59.99 Speed Racer won’t ignore you anymore! Race around in this hot Trixie costume that features a short romper with pink and black checkered stripes, a zip front, a “Speed Racer” emblem and a high collar. Includes: romper, boot tops, glovelets. Sizing Information: X-Small – Chest: 32″-34″, Waist: 22″-24″, Small – Chest: 33″-35″, Waist: 25″-26″, Medium – Chest: 36″-38″, Waist: 27″-30″… |
Tags: anime, crm, performance, racer, racer trixie, racer trixie costume, speed, speed racer trixie cartoon, speed_racer, trixie speed racer, trixie speed racer pictures
This entry was posted on Monday, August 24th, 2009 at 4:27 am and is filed under Toys and Hobbies. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can leave a response, or trackback from your own site.