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Post by rapidotrains on Jun 12, 2019 10:46:31 GMT -8
Hi all,
Janet, Dan and I recently visited Dave Abeles's beautiful Conrail layout. We've made a video of it, and it includes a cameo from the one and only Tony Koester.
If you don't like our silly videos, don't watch. This is one of our more ridiculous ones. There is one guy who hates all our videos but watches all of them on day one and then leaves negative comments. He even managed to trash us in the Mike McGrattan memorial video. You gotta wonder who keeps running over this guy's cat....
Anyway, here it is:
Thanks for watching,
Jason
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Post by jonklein611 on Jun 12, 2019 11:08:27 GMT -8
Seems like Janet picked up a bit of knowledge in the office!
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Post by riogrande on Jun 12, 2019 11:11:47 GMT -8
Why Aye! Just head east and come down into the US near Water Town and down though Syracuse on 81 (Destiny USA) and south of town eh?  I have passed through the area modeled and Dave's layout is spot on. He's maybe just past the worst of the Lake Effect snow that drives people with Seasonal Affective Disorder over-the-edge! (why I very happy to move south to Virginia! Jason, you are a stitch! |
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Post by nsc39d8 on Jun 12, 2019 11:21:03 GMT -8
So is that a production sample B36-7 tucked in that freight consist?
I do think Janet might the brains of that operation. Another nicely done video. Thanks Jason for the entertainment.
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Post by edwardsutorik on Jun 12, 2019 12:38:38 GMT -8
This is one of our more ridiculous ones. I watched the whole thing and didn't see ANYTHING ridiculous. Well, maybe: youse guys wandered WAY too far from your transport, considering you were unarmed. Didn't leave a sentry, neither. You're lucky that humanoid wasn't more observant and carrying a flyswatter! Ed |
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Post by NJT4130 on Jun 12, 2019 12:39:16 GMT -8
Your videos crack me up and still provide a ton of insight and information. Do not change a thing, some people will never be happy unfortunately.
What you have accomplished during your "short" time as a successful manufacturer is nothing short of brilliant. We wish you all the best with continued success Rapido.
PS... it seems like a lot are requesting Comet IB cars, hopefully in a future production run!
-Martin
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Post by Deleted on Jun 12, 2019 13:49:51 GMT -8
So...was that Charleston, IL...that you guys were standing at on the Nickel Plate?
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Post by rapidotrains on Jun 12, 2019 15:30:04 GMT -8
So...was that Charleston, IL...that you guys were standing at on the Nickel Plate? Cayuga, IN. Interchange with the C&EI. I'm glad you guys enjoyed the video. It was a lot of fun to make. Sometimes you just want to shoot a great layout or two. We weren't actually selling anything! -Jason |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 12, 2019 15:58:03 GMT -8
Very cool.
Love The Third Sub.
The CR Onondaga cutoff is very cool as well.
Janet was very impressive with her knowledge of train and nerd related facts.
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Post by riogrande on Jun 13, 2019 2:54:21 GMT -8
Having lived and traveled in the Syracuse area from 1994 through 2009, the Onondaga Cutoff really looks spot on for the area just south of the city!
BTW, is the a miniature version of that big rock on the east side of 81 that had all the writing or graffiti on it included on the layout?
My wife and I watched the video together after I got home from work and enjoyed it. She was very impressed with Dave's layout and realism. She has been with me on many trips up Hwy 81 though the Onondaga nation part of the area just south of Syracuse. Dave has captured what I remember in the area during the CR era in the 90's well.
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Post by milgentrains on Jun 13, 2019 8:58:11 GMT -8
You guy's crack me up, perhaps I to must be a hosehead.
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Post by riogrande on Jun 13, 2019 9:05:03 GMT -8
Isn't hosehead the name of the dog in Strange Brew? That was my initiation into Canadian humor. Eh! There is a mouse in this beer bottle!
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Post by milgentrains on Jun 15, 2019 8:00:18 GMT -8
Isn't hosehead the name of the dog in Strange Brew? That was my initiation into Canadian humor. Hey! There is a mouse in this beer bottle! Strange brew was perhaps the best drinking movie ever. |
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Post by csx3305 on Jun 15, 2019 8:03:26 GMT -8
Is the Onondaga the same layout that was in MRP a while back? Built in the cellar of a mid-1800s farmhouse?
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Post by ncrc5315 on Jun 15, 2019 8:15:43 GMT -8
So, are we going to see an Enterprise LRC?
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Post by milgentrains on Jun 15, 2019 12:37:18 GMT -8
So, are we going to see an Enterprise LRC? That unit was a fundraiser done by Rapido a few years ago. |
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Post by rapidotrains on Jun 15, 2019 18:22:48 GMT -8
Is the Onondaga the same layout that was in MRP a while back? Built in the cellar of a mid-1800s farmhouse? That's the one. |
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Post by ncrc5315 on Jun 16, 2019 6:47:05 GMT -8
So, are we going to see an Enterprise LRC? That unit was a fundraiser done by Rapido a few years ago. Guess I missed that one. |
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Post by markfj on Jun 16, 2019 6:51:10 GMT -8
These videos are great, silliness and all! They give us a chance to see Rapido products in action and are not a standard review; they're just having fun. If straight forward reviews are what you want, James (a.k.a. jlwii2000) does a great job.
I think the “silliness” is the fact that people would criticize Rapido’s video content when they are simply trying to be whimsical while also being one of the most transparent and accessible train manufacturers on the web.
Thanks, Mark
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Post by valenciajim on Jun 16, 2019 18:02:32 GMT -8
I really enjoyed the video.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 17, 2019 5:53:09 GMT -8
Is the Onondaga the same layout that was in MRP a while back? Built in the cellar of a mid-1800s farmhouse? MRP 2018. He did a great job on that layout...IMO. I love the big dreams and all...like most of us...when we get an open space. The first inclination is to fill every nook and cranny with TRACK. Then, reality sets in...and we are faced with a dilemma...it's a great read...and thanks to this thread...I'll pull that issue off the shelf and take another look. |
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Post by talltim on Jun 18, 2019 1:38:05 GMT -8
I've been following the layout for a while. Its got that balance of vision, technology and artistry I like
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Post by Deleted on Jun 18, 2019 6:54:57 GMT -8
Having been a "victim" of the 'kid in the candy store' NUMEROUS times...I can certainly relate. But the layout essentially covered all of his main wishes...and is beautifully executed.
I went back and rebuilt my layout room this past January...and would dutifully agree with the conclusions in the article that a layout space must be ready before you commence construction.
I tried to hide the paneling and the old ceiling and poor lighting in my room for years...while trying to cram every bit of track in there I could...but I came to my senses this year.
Now, I'm not giving up my layout with the entire Joppa Subdivision...however, to accomplish that entire sub in a reasonably compressed version; it will take a LARGE basement.
As pretty much a lone wolf operator...I re-evaluated my thinking...decided to focus on one or two towns...and the coal mine branches for now. And, if/when I have a larger space later...I'd actually op to build these areas closer to "scale" and stretch them out...allowing for more prototype-length trains.
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Post by riogrande on Jun 18, 2019 8:44:26 GMT -8
.and would dutifully agree with the conclusions in the article that a layout space must be ready before you commence construction. I tried to hide the paneling and the old ceiling and poor lighting in my room for years...while trying to cram every bit of track in there I could...but I came to my senses this year. I agree! Which is why it's taking a good deal of time and money to get my basement finished and ready for a layout! |
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Post by edwardsutorik on Jun 18, 2019 9:01:52 GMT -8
My wait will be even longer! I've still gotta get the basement. And then there's also the thing on TOP of the basement.
Do have the land, though.
Ed
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Post by riogrande on Jun 18, 2019 9:23:32 GMT -8
Well, when my wife was looking for a house last time around, the train basement was one of the primary search criteria. It was surprisingly difficult in this area and in our price range, which is why my commute is pretty long; but a guy has to have priorities!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 18, 2019 12:20:43 GMT -8
My wait will be even longer! I've still gotta get the basement. And then there's also the thing on TOP of the basement. Do have the land, though. Ed Sort of in that position here, too. Have a train room in the third floor of my older home...but we aren't ready to sell and buy a new one. Pricing basements is like buying another house...they're essential in tornado alley...and for model railroaders (more importantly)... So, I had the room gutted and insulated; with drywall and new LED lights; New carpet; and will attempt to make up my mind in the next week or so of which area to start with.  |
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Post by edwardsutorik on Jun 18, 2019 13:02:37 GMT -8
I would guess the hot setup in Tornadoland is to have everything of value placed below the flush top of your basement. House blown away? No problem!
I live in Earthquake land. And Fireland, too, now that I think of it. Maybe my basement should be covered with a fireproof floor. House burned down? No problem!
Ed
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Post by Deleted on Jun 18, 2019 14:21:25 GMT -8
I would guess the hot setup in Tornadoland is to have everything of value placed below the flush top of your basement. House blown away? No problem! I live in Earthquake land. And Fireland, too, now that I think of it. Maybe my basement should be covered with a fireproof floor. House burned down? No problem! Ed Exactly. I look at it like a train room/safety room with a house attached. |
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