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Reading 2100 Restoration

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Tue May 05, 2015 2:33 pm ¦  Forum: Reading Company ¦  Topic: Reading 2100 Restoration ¦  Replies: 1 ¦  Views: 4610

Ever since it was announced that Reading T1 #2100 would be restored to operation, many of you have raised questions about the condition of the locomotive, what the restoration will require, and what the future of the locomotive holds. Kelly Lynch joins us to answer these and discuss how we can keep ...

New Railroad Show - The Roundhouse

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Wed Feb 18, 2015 12:15 pm ¦  Forum: General Class I and II Discussion ¦  Topic: New Railroad Show - The Roundhouse ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 3606

First, I apologize if this is off-topic or in the wrong forum section, but I wanted to share this with you since this covers a wide variety of railroad topics. My name is Nick Ozorak, and I am the host of a new podcast called "The Roundhouse". A podcast is like a radio show that is pre-rec...

At The Railyard: Monon Railroad

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Tue Jan 06, 2015 6:39 pm ¦  Forum: Gaming & Simulations ¦  Topic: At The Railyard: Monon Railroad ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 5031

...the Hoosier Line is a transportation link fondly remembered by the residents of Indiana. Does the cultural history of this railroad shine in Microsoft Train Simulator? We'll find out in this review...at the railyard! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEZzOidOw_0" onclick="window.open(this....

At The Railyard: NS Coal District Review

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Wed Aug 20, 2014 1:46 pm ¦  Forum: Gaming & Simulations ¦  Topic: At The Railyard: NS Coal District Review ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 5170

...coal is a commodity both vital and heavy. Transporting it requires plenty of coordination between man and machine, and railroads are a key link in the chain. How does the coal-hauling experience look in Railworks? We'll find out in this review...at the railyard! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTY...

At The Railyard: Diamond River Mining Review

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Wed May 07, 2014 4:05 pm ¦  Forum: Gaming & Simulations ¦  Topic: At The Railyard: Diamond River Mining Review ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 5372

...most routes for train simulators are designed to replicate a real railroad. This is a route aimed at looking like a model railroad while functioning like the real thing. Can the Diamond River Mining route for Trainz 12 combine model and v-scale railroading? We'll find out in this review...at the ...

At The Railyard: St. Louis & North Arkansas Railroad Review

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Thu Apr 17, 2014 4:03 pm ¦  Forum: Gaming & Simulations ¦  Topic: At The Railyard: St. Louis & North Arkansas Railroad Review ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 5673

...V Scale Creations has focused on bringing Turn of the Century railroading to Microsoft Train Simulator for ten years. We previously reviewed the Ozark Northern, and now we're taking a look at their first creation. How does this route work in bringing the past of railroading into the present? We'l...

At The Railyard: Thousand Islands Railway Review

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Tue Mar 11, 2014 3:46 pm ¦  Forum: Gaming & Simulations ¦  Topic: At The Railyard: Thousand Islands Railway Review ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 5472

...the Thousand Islands are a natural beauty shared by the United States and Canada. On the north side of the Saint Lawrence River was a little railway that would bring you into the gateway to this region and serviced its industries. What was it like to take the train into Gananoque? We'll find out ...

At The Railyard: Needles Sub (Run 8) Review

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Sun Dec 15, 2013 8:48 pm ¦  Forum: Gaming & Simulations ¦  Topic: At The Railyard: Needles Sub (Run 8) Review ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 5639

...Run 8 has grown in its first year, and in that time four add-ons were developed - the BNSF Needles Sub, the Amtrak Pack, the Autorack Pack, and the Piggyback Pack. How do these look and function in the sim? We'll find out in this review...at the Railyard! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trWm1AmXKn...

At The Railyard: Pacific Surfliner Review

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Mon Nov 18, 2013 4:29 pm ¦  Forum: Gaming & Simulations ¦  Topic: At The Railyard: Pacific Surfliner Review ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 4976

...the bright sunny coast of California is a great travel destination, and there's no better way to enjoy the trip than to travel on the Pacific Surfliner. How does the golden coast look in Railworks? We'll catch another wave in this review...at the railyard! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fmKITh4_...

At The Railyard: Open Rails Review (Full Bucket Line)

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Wed Sep 25, 2013 4:39 pm ¦  Forum: Gaming & Simulations ¦  Topic: At The Railyard: Open Rails Review (Full Bucket Line) ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 5998

...five years ago, we reviewed the Full Bucket Line to see how it has held up over time in Microsoft Train Simulator. Since then, a new simulator has been developed that accommodates MSTS content. What does Open Rails contribute to the world of train simulation? We'll find out in this review...at th...

At The Railyard: Empire Builder Review

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Mon Sep 16, 2013 3:01 pm ¦  Forum: Gaming & Simulations ¦  Topic: At The Railyard: Empire Builder Review ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 5252

...the Great Northern Empire Builder gave people a comfortable travel experience across the northern continental divide. Does this version of the passenger train bring you closer to the scenery? We'll find out in this mini review...at the railyard! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2P4eUfLweM8" on...

At The Railyard: Marias Pass Review

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Sun Jun 02, 2013 8:54 pm ¦  Forum: Gaming & Simulations ¦  Topic: At The Railyard: Marias Pass Review ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 8093

...Marias Pass was first brought to life in a train simulator twelve years ago as part of the original Microsoft Train Simulator. RSC had completed their own version for Railworks, expanding their collection of North American routes. How does this route look in its new incarnation? We'll find out in...

At The Railyard: ATSF/BNSF Seligman Sub Review

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Thu Jan 17, 2013 9:40 pm ¦  Forum: Gaming & Simulations ¦  Topic: At The Railyard: ATSF/BNSF Seligman Sub Review ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 6455

...usually when route add-ons are released, they are designed for just one specific era. However, for the ATSF (and now BNSF) Seligman Subdivision, Streamlines has released the route as it was in two separate eras. How do these versions compare? We'll find out in this review...at the railyard! http:...

What is the Best Train Sim? At The Railyard 50th Special

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Wed Jan 09, 2013 4:44 pm ¦  Forum: Gaming & Simulations ¦  Topic: What is the Best Train Sim? At The Railyard 50th Special ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 6434

...for 49 episodes, we've looked at routes and rolling stock for a variety of simulators. However, I often see questions about what simulator is the best overall. Is it possible to choose just one? We'll find out in this special episode featuring scenes from different simulators...at the railyard! h...

At The Railyard: CP Holiday Train Review

 by Train-a-Mania ¦  Mon Dec 24, 2012 2:13 am ¦  Forum: Gaming & Simulations ¦  Topic: At The Railyard: CP Holiday Train Review ¦  Replies: 0 ¦  Views: 5501

...for over ten years, Canadian Pacific has operated special Holiday Trains which feature live musical performances and raise money for charitable causes. This season, Streamlines is offering their own train to raise money for charity, but will it put you in the holiday spirit? We'll find out in thi...