A very interesting point; especially S scalers (and even some O scalers) have
become members of HO operating groups where larger
model railroads are not available in their area, just to be able to operate in
more complex circumstances.
What REALLY is interesting in this discussion is the sleeper situation
(although possibly growing) where the computer simulations of railroad
operations prevail. It is a difficult question to answer whether those who
enjoy only or mostly operations are still model railroaders if the models are
only virtual rather than concrete locomotives, rolling stock, and track;
arguments could be made both for and against.
Jace Kahn
General Manager
Ceres & Canisteo RR Co./Champlain County Traction Co.
> Operations is unto itself it seems.... have been to some wondeful prototypic
> correct layouts where operations was not as important as "round and round"
> running. and then have been at some a little too serious operating sessions
> where it was just like work..... I think there can be a balance of fun and
> operations. remember that real railroads have unexpected delays (deraliments,
> accidents, work stoppages, etc)...
>
> There were 2 articles that come to mind, one Sn3 fellow painted up a 3000
> series narrow gauge box car in the DRGW Cookie Box silver scheme, and had
> some fun with it, and another guy had a Union strike for a session... I
> believe these were both in the RMC magazine...
> Bc
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