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We’re now an official Online RLUG! (Recognised LEGO User Group)

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LEGO Ambassador Network Brick - Jay's Brick Blog

So, I’ve been meaning to share this exciting piece of news for awhile – Jay’s Brick Blog is now officially an Online Recognised LEGO User Group! 

Whoa, what does that mean? Well, traditionally, LEGO User Groups (LUGs) have been formalised groups and communities of LEGO enthusiasts who meet regularly to share and interact with other like-minded LEGO fans. Think of them as a LEGO club of sorts.

Recognised LUGs are those that have been officially recognised by LEGO and are part of the LEGO Ambassador Network, which provides all sorts of benefits such as having a designated LEGO Ambassador to represent them within the network, and also qualify for support from LEGO such as activity packs, LUGBulk and also participate in special projects or activities run by the LEGO AFOL Relations Program (ARP).

So an online RLUG is pretty much the same, except of course, since we’re all scattered around the world, we don’t necessarily get to meet up or hold displays BUT we still get to gush over our love of LEGO via the magical powers of the internet.

LEGO Ambassador Network - Jay's Brick Blog

As an online RLUG, one of the main benefits is having a direct line of communication with LEGO as well as getting support from LEGO such as early review sets (the recent 21305 Ideas Maze review was the first opportunity I was offered) and other forms of support/prizes if any.

I’m mostly excited about access to early review copies, which allows me to compete with the larger LEGO blogs and news sites on a more even footing. Also, the idea that future giveaways and activities might be on the cards is pretty fun too,

There are some limitations now that we’re an official online RLUG such as the fact that I won’t be allowed to share leaked images or set news – which is why I didn’t post about the first LEGO Disney Minifigures leak. Not that I do much of that anyway.

So yeah, exciting news and I’m super honoured to be a LEGO Ambassador! 2016 is shaping up to be an awesome year, and I’m very excited at the opportunities that this will bring. In terms of the blog… there won’t be any huge changes, I’ll still be writing reviews, reporting on interesting news and covering the LEGO scene down under so it’ll be business as usual!

Special thanks to everyone for making this possible. This wouldn’t have happened without all of you and I am forever grateful for all the comments, discussions and conversations! So if you’ve never been part of a LEGO User Group, congratulations, you’re in one now! Thanks for making Jay’s Brick Blog such a thriving community!

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  1. Clare Thompson says

    I am wanting to order 300 of white 2×4 bricks for a school project. Any advise getting this build order? I have tried the AUKLug group in NZ but they are no help at all!

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  2. william schork says

    I want to start collecting and investing in legos.I have the ability to buy several sets for $6000.00 use.I would like to get your opinion if this is a good way to start ,good deal.Thanks.The sets are
    75192,66546,10218×7
    76042,10236,10257,10261,71040×2
    10256,70922,10214,10232,75144,42055,76052,21309×2
    75827,71012,71009,21108,10245×3
    76023,21303,75094,75901×2,600970,41066
    40139×2,41223×2,75079,41053,21301

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    • Jay says

      Hey William, I’m actually not too well-versed with LEGO as investments, so I don’t know how I can help. If you’re looking to purely invest, I’m sure that there are better avenues to make money such as Index Funds.

      With collectibles like LEGO, you really do need to do your homework, and I feel that LEGO is quite a risky investment as LEGO have and will continue to re-release old, retired sets.

      If you’re really keen on investing anyway, it’s usually the non-obvious sets (not Modulars or Creator Expert) that appreciate – sets like Speed Champions due to the collectability, and also certain Ideas sets as they usually have short lifespans.

      Sets with pop culture relevance like Wall-E also tend to do well, but it’s really, really hard to predict which sets will spike.

      Sorry that I can’t be of more help!

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  4. Steppedonabrick says

    Awesome! This year is going to be great for jaysbrickblog and even better for us as the readers. Can’t wait. Well done.

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  7. Matt Merrill says

    Congrats, Jay! I waited about a day to make sure this wasn’t an April Fools joke , but I saw no mention of MegaFigs this year so I believe this is legit. And awesome to boot!

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    • Jay says

      Haha! I did do it on purpose cause I thought it’d be funny if I made a huge announcement on April Fools! It’s 100% legit, I promise! Thanks so much for your continued support which has made this possible!

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  12. spudbud01 says

    Wow! Well done Jay! That’s amazing!!! 😀 Can Youtube stopmotion channels get recognized as well???

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    • Jay says

      Thanks Mark! It’s not something I was consciously working towards but it’s really cool and I hope to do you guys proud!

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  24. Donna says

    Hi Jay that is fantastic maybe you could use your new powers to convince lego they should open a store down under. That would be amazing.

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  26. Agent 86 says

    Congratulations!

    I’ll have to look into this “LUG” business. Is there an list of official LUGs somewhere? The ” LUGBulk” perk sounds interesting. Is it like Bricks and Pieces, but cheaper?

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