Which DCC system is best? What is the best aisle width? What era should I model? What radius should I make my curves? Ultimately questions such as these end being no more than minutiae, generally irrelevant. There are two primary reasons we engage in model railroading. First is the satisfaction of assembly and as […]
Category: Model Railroad Design
Instant On Layouts
Topic: Model Railroad Design Topic: Model Railroad Operations East rail was an ‘instant on’ layout. In the evening, after my family duties were met, I could grab an ice cold beer, hit the switch, and run. This, sub-conscious ease of use, encouraged an atmosphere where I was operating almost daily. Is your layout […]
No Skills, No Problem
Many view me as a champion of small model railroads. I’m really not. They’re just a means to an end. What I am is a strong believer in is finding ways to get those not actively engaged in the hobby actually in the game. Small, easy to achieve, layouts are just the most practical way […]
Picking a Theme For Your Layout
Although there is no right or wrong way to participate in model railroading, there is, without question, a measuring stick of how successful we are at it. Success is measured by how much enjoyment and satisfaction we get from our involvement. To that extent the guy with the Lionel set that is on cloud nine […]
Using Likely Op. Session Length To Determine The Best Size for Your Layout
Topic: Model Railroad Layout Design How much layout do you need to do accomplish what’s important to you? I mean, realistically, how much model railroad do you REALLY need to be satisfied? Most newcomers, and many veterans, grossly over estimate their requirements and by doing so create a lot of unnecessary expense and angst for […]