Author Archives: narrowtracks

Planning Carrabasset

Posted on January 2, 2020 by narrowtracks

This is a continuous post about planning Carrabasset.  As of Jan 2020 I’m not where near ready to model Carrabasset, so I’m just collecting me information here. References  Bob Hayden – The Sandy River & Rangeley Lakes Carrabasset Depot – … Continue reading →

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Future NNG Conventions

Posted on September 2, 2019 by narrowtracks

The 2020 convention became virtual due to COVID-19.  See YouTube for videos.  Pittsburg was accepted as the bid for 2024. With talk of vaccine, it seems like 2021 in Hickory has a chance to happen. 2019 – Sacramento, CA (Completed) … Continue reading →

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No NASG 2019 convention display

Posted on July 19, 2019 by narrowtracks

Sadly I had to cancel my display at this year’s NASG convention.  I fell off a bike and separated my shoulder.  Had surgery yesterday.  There is just now way to pack up the layout and get it there with just … Continue reading →

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Headed to 2019 NASG Convention…A plan

Posted on May 18, 2019 by narrowtracks

The Sn2 SR&RL modules got accepted to display at the 2019 NASG convention.  Working with the display room coordinator they accepted a “L” or “J” style layout configuration for the modules.  All of the modules are included in the setup … Continue reading →

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Solo Sn2 Free-mo Setups

Posted on April 8, 2019 by narrowtracks

I’m hoping to display some of my Sn2 Free-mo modules at the 2019 NASG convention.  It would be nice to use the same “U” shape I’ve used at the Midwest Show, but that may not workout.  So I’m putting together … Continue reading →

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Sn2 at the 2019 Midwest Show

Posted on March 25, 2019 by narrowtracks

The 2019 Midwest Show was another enjoyable event.  I enjoyed my time with my two foot modeling friends, local train buddies, mini-bunch friends and sharing the layout with the public.  Thanks to Gary Kohler, PLW and the Mini-Bunch for hosting the event! … Continue reading →

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Dream Layout V2 Concept – More work on grades

Posted on November 20, 2018 by narrowtracks

I continue to play with my dream Sn2 SR&RL plan as I want to locate Bigelow is a location where I could start building the layout.  By shifting Bigelow under the South end of Strong and moving Carrabasset to the … Continue reading →

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Playing with Grades

Posted on November 8, 2018 by narrowtracks

I’m still considering the two deck + mushroom dream plan concept as proposed a few years ago.  One consideration is the distance between decks.  Superimposing the lowest level grades under the upper level grades I can see the clearances. This … Continue reading →

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2018 Midwest Narrow Gauge Show

Posted on March 29, 2018 by narrowtracks

This past weekend, I displayed my Sn2 Free-mo modules at the Midwest Narrow Gauge Show.  Had a great time interacting with other Sn2 modelers and many more. Chris McChesney posted the following on the Sn2Trains.io group along with two photos. Hey guys, Good … Continue reading →

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Always inspiring – Rensselaer Model Railroad Society

Posted on March 29, 2018 by narrowtracks

In my youth and college days I was always inspired when I saw an article by one of the Rensselaer Model Railroad Club.  No, they do not model the SR&RL, Maine 2-Foot, not even narrow gauge.  But they were a … Continue reading →

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