I chose to collect bigger model trains than most sensible people would choose, - hence the channel name! Large scale model trains, real trains and anything related. Reviews, try-outs, instructionals, observations and in time... building an ambitious Garden Railroad.
Hi, I'm Simon from Weston-super-Mare in South West England. As a small boy I gained great interest in steam railways, real and model alike, and dreamed of one day building an outdoor model railway of my own. My interests soon focused on American steam trains, (in particular the Rio Grande narrow gauge!) From the start of 2020 I have been collecting F Scale (1:20.3 scale) models and have set up a basic temporary track in my current garden. As soon as I find a house with a big enough garden, I will be documenting the process of building a proper model railroad, based on the D&RGW. Please SUBSCRIBE. There is so much to come! Plus, I sometimes work as a fireman on the West Somerset Railway!
Thank you Simon for finally posting this. My wife and I are very excited, we have reservations to ride very soon. I am well known for strict frugality. However, in this case I splurged for the parlor car. Based on your video we expect to have a spectacular ride!
That was VERY enjoyable I always wanted to take a ride on a train like that but never had the chance. The best I got was at Dollywood that was fun but the smell made my wife's tummy sick. So she didn't enjoy it much... Thank you for sharing this video. Thanks to you I got to see things and places I would of never gotten to see otherwise... Be blessed my young friend in Jesus name... BBE..
Wonderful! Love your channel and I've learned a lot from it. Love 1.20.3 scale but it is getting beyond my financial reach but I still thank you for your efforts and for your wonderful British style and insight. Looking forward to more. Thank you.
Been patiently waiting for the video! Well Done, especially splitting the perspective views which I believe adds texture to the content! Looking forward to the Cumbres & Toltec trip! Cheers!
I'm a bit envious, Simon. You rode both trains (D&S and C&T) In 2018 I had to drive all around to both, end to end. I did not have the time or sufficient funds to take just one. So I enjoy the videos you and everyone made of those wonderful train trips. Thanks. In a few more years you will need to plan a trip to central Pennsylvania for a ride on the East Broad Top Narrow Gauge Railroad. I have ridden a short section (4+ miles) that is open now. Presently, they are cleaning up the right-o-ways and laying track for most of the original line. I live about 3 hours from there so I am anxious to get a ride on it. 👍
If you ever do make it out to Colorado again, I strongly recommend coming in the fall, because if you think the Silverton in the summer is pretty you'll have your mind blown during the fall. Love the content!
Wow Simon that wasnt just Awesome that was double awesome. You could reach out and touch the rock face in those cuttings. And the sheer drops down to the river were quite breath taking. The engine was working so hard on the high line. I found I had a huge smile on my face all the way through this amazing video. I knew you would find a caboose,cabeese,cabi before the end😁 Fantastic Simon👍
Durango & Silverton Railroad is awesome. But, Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is much more authentic and less commercialized. Closer to actually what it was like in it's hay-day. Your friend in narrow gauge in Colorado.
That means so much, thank you. I've had a lull in motivation since my last one, to be honest. Episode 11 was HUGE. But I'm getting back into it now. I can't believe it was a year ago, I was in America filming all this! Thanks again. Simon
Ah this is fab! Love the old videos and seeing how things used to be. Is it just me, or does that riverboat look really low down in the water? California is certainly more Paris vibe than Florida. And thanks for sharing the pictures as well. I'm guessing you got your love of trains and videoing from your Dad!
Haha! Yes that boat does look a bit overloaded. Ya know, those boats are technically another railway! They run on a track on the riverbed. The points into the dock have always been problematic and the boats often get stuck 😂. Yes, my Dad bought a video camera as soon as he could afford one, and (when I was allowed) I was very creative when I was a kid. Dad had an interest in trains, but he says I took it to a whole new level. 😁
Left so much out....omega tram near Sawpit, Placerville depot in two sections still in Placerville. Where was Vance Junction ? Didnt even show it. That place is an easy drive to get to.
Well, sorry I didn't meet your expectations. Out of the MANY comments on this video, this is the only one that didn't say anything positive. Even the comment that said they didn't like my appearance said they enjoyed the video. 🤣 I had never driven this route before. I had one day. I had the deadline of getting to Dolores to see the Galloping Goose Historical Society before they closed. I was so knackered when I got to Durango, that by the time I made it out of my hotel room, all restaurants had closed and I had to settle for a McDonalds! On places I could have looked further into, a couple of people have offered "Next time you come, I'll show you...." which is nice. I'm very proud of what I did. It was very special for me, and I hope you see that. Especially as I don't think anyone else has really attempted a video like this before, - and I'm from the UK! Thanks.
@@Terrys-Steam-and-Cobi Yeah, I was by a few years. By the cost and availability, plus the space required, it's unlikely you'll get many younger than middle-aged. Mostly retirement age.
Yeah I think I made it up, but I thought it was catchy. 😂 But it's what it is: clean smoke is efficient firing. Black smoke is wasted fuel. Fun times 🚂😁👍
Super! I love the commentary and explanation. I also love the fact that we can use youtube to promote our interests and to meet like minds. It’s remarkable that you and Steve live fairly close to each other, but came to know each other via adding commentary to my videos - first when I lived a third of a world away beside Canada’s Pacific ocean! This video collaboration between you warms my heart.
