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Title: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on January 17, 2021, 09:24:55 AM
Hello all,

I'm going to be moving to central europe in early 2021 (doing my job as yoga teacher) and this thread will track my train-based and general adventures. I'm only taking 1 suitcase with me!

Some may be familiar with my Globibahn SBB layout thread over here: https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=42824.0 (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=42824.0) This layout is now being packed up to place into cryogenic storage.  :D

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/104/7020-170121093204.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=104815)

Here's an album of the Globibahn layout: https://photos.app.goo.gl/q2z2C9NARWJJnwx39 (https://photos.app.goo.gl/q2z2C9NARWJJnwx39)

Back in September 2020 I did an Interrail trip around Germany, including a visit to Miniatur Wunderland in Hamburg. I'm just re-posting the travelogue PDF as a little reminder.

Will be nice to have you all on board with me, as I plan, prepare and then embark on the trip!

Matt AKA Globibahn
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: weave on January 17, 2021, 09:37:35 AM
Hi Matt,

Looking forward to your adventures and lots of train (and beer) pics please.

Cheers, weave  :beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on January 18, 2021, 03:14:22 PM
Quote from: weave on January 17, 2021, 09:37:35 AM
Hi Matt,

Looking forward to your adventures and lots of train (and beer) pics please.

Cheers, weave  :beers:

It will be a pleasure!

Meanwhile, the bike box arrived. It is the correct size - phew! It was flat packed, so I've used about 5 sticks from the hot glue gun to construct it. In addition, I will add duct tape and nylon straps to prevent any possibility of the box coming apart in transit.

Next thing is to make the wooden corner struts which will attach to the layout baseboard.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/104/7020-180121151500.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=104883)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on January 20, 2021, 03:16:54 PM
Working on the framework for the baseboard.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/104/7020-200121151640.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=104997)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on January 27, 2021, 12:08:50 PM
Progress on the layout framework.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/105/7020-270121120830.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=105334)

I've also ordered a lot of plastic shot glasses on ebay - can anyone guess why??? :hmmm:

Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on February 05, 2021, 05:46:57 PM
The little figures are superglued on my layout. However to be on the safe side I'm gluing plastic shot glasses over them with copydex, which will be fully removeable.

Looks a bit surreal!  ;D

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/105/7020-050221174555.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=105876)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/105/7020-050221174610.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=105877)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/105/7020-050221174633.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=105878)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on February 05, 2021, 08:44:07 PM
They'll suffocate  :goggleeyes:
Poor little souls.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on February 06, 2021, 08:08:57 AM
Quote from: swisstrains on February 05, 2021, 08:44:07 PM
They'll suffocate  :goggleeyes:
Poor little souls.

I hadn't really thought about airflow! Is there an organisation for the rights of mini layout figures whom I could consult? :hmmm:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on February 06, 2021, 08:38:52 AM
Aministy International?  :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on February 06, 2021, 01:48:18 PM
Quote from: swisstrains on February 06, 2021, 08:38:52 AM
Aministy International?  :D

Yes that would be it!  :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on February 06, 2021, 01:54:55 PM
Had a bit of a Homer Simpson 'Doh!' moment.

I thought I would remove one of the shot glassess to see if it had any effect on the paint. As it turns out, the glasses were stuck on much too strongly and the copydex had manged to seep into the acrylic paint and soften it.

Anyway, I removed the whole lot and half the paint on the platforms with them.

Several points from this:

1. I had been thinking, that in future I would glue figures in groups onto movable base plates anyway, so this has forced my hand. This enables moving figures around and onto new layouts/ dioramas etc.

2. Adhesion of acrylic modelling paints onto smooth foam core board is acceptable but not that great - I had the same issue with plaster not sticking to it also.

3. The whole Cafe scene will be re-done, also on its own base plate.

4. To summarise, looks bad but lessons learned, progress made. 8)

5. Having all my workmen on base plates means I can put them on the container yard diorama I'm thinking of doing....

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/105/7020-060221135403.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=105939)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/105/7020-060221135424.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=105940)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/105/7020-060221135446.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=105941)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: chrism on February 06, 2021, 02:17:31 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on February 06, 2021, 01:54:55 PM
Had a bit of a Homer Simpson 'Doh!' moment.


Looks more like an "Oh shot" moment to me.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on February 06, 2021, 02:33:37 PM
Quote from: chrism on February 06, 2021, 02:17:31 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on February 06, 2021, 01:54:55 PM
Had a bit of a Homer Simpson 'Doh!' moment.


Looks more like an "Oh shot" moment to me.

Anglo-Saxon expletives may well have issued forth!  :smiley-laughing:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on February 07, 2021, 11:24:35 AM
Righty -ho.

I've set to work making the new base for the cafe scene...

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/105/7020-070221112353.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=106000)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/106/7020-070221112423.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=106001)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 28, 2021, 02:01:21 PM
Globibahn is finally in it's box ready for storage!

The final look of the layout converted into a crate, so-to-speak.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/107/7020-280321135957.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=107949)

Bagged up. The belts help to squash the air out, otherewise puttting in the box very difficult.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/107/7020-280321135916.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=107948)

There's 2 x 500gr bags of silica gel, held within string bags, placed in there to keep it's microclimate dry.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/107/7020-280321135710.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=107947)

Slotting into the box. Easy!
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/107/7020-280321140057.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=107951)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on March 28, 2021, 05:27:51 PM
Looks very well protected, Matt  :thumbsup:

Unfortunately, with the third wave being upon us in Germany your trip will have to be postponed even more, doesn't it?  :worried:

Best,
Michael
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 28, 2021, 06:17:34 PM
Quote from: mika on March 28, 2021, 05:27:51 PM
Looks very well protected, Matt  :thumbsup:

Unfortunately, with the third wave being upon us in Germany your trip will have to be postponed even more, doesn't it?  :worried:

Best,
Michael

Ja das stimmt. Ich kann nur hier sitzen und Deutsch lernen! Hoffentlich wird diese Pandemie endlich vorbei sein.

I can only sit here learning German. hopefully the pandemic will soon be over! :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on March 28, 2021, 06:27:25 PM
Well, at least that's time well spent. Very good language skills  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Alcazar on April 07, 2021, 06:13:56 PM
Maybe this is something for you - if there are no license issues. Better than learning from a book!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEbOMLs6iZ0 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEbOMLs6iZ0)

Peter
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 19, 2021, 08:45:11 AM
I've been rather quiet on this post, however lots has been happening.

1. I've renovated the whole flat, it's almost complete and ready to let out. Agent is coming over on Thursday to check over the improvements.
2. All railway items are over at mum's in cryogenic storage.  :D In return I've done up her garden woodwork for her.
3. Initial lodgings in Germany have been arranged, with my language exchange partner Hannah in Dresden.
4. Yoga students have been informed I'm shutting down classes.

I really want to be in Dresden by Christmas (because it's the home of Stollen cake). I'll be taking Eurostar to Brusells (with all the worldly goods I can carry) and ICE or Thalys to Frankfurt (with a night stop-over), then ICE to Dresden. First time I'll ever be booking a one-way distance ticket.

I'm absolutely terrified, which is probably a good sign!   :o
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: NScaleNotes on October 19, 2021, 09:31:14 AM
Sounds great.

Thalys!  :thumbsup:
Don't know why but I love it plus you can have a different train on each leg. Bonus.

I know it probably won't help but don't be terrified, it sounds like you've got all the basics covered and you've given yourself the breathing room to enjoy your time from the moment you get there. Plus it's not like you won't be able to get anything you forget when you get there. I hate the plane, ugh dirty word, but if worse came to the worse you can always nip back quickly on a cheap flight.

I've moved from the England to the US, back to England and now I'm moving to Scotland at about the same time as you'll be heading off to Germany. It does get easier and less stressful each time you do it.

Exciting times!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on October 19, 2021, 03:47:52 PM
Hi Matt. Because I was a bit pushed for time this morning I skipped through your post more quickly than normal. That was, until the phrase "mum's in cryogenic storage" really made me pay attention and after reading it properly, breathe a sigh of relief.  :D
I'm sure that after all your planning the move will go nice and smoothly and you will settle into the German way of life without any problems.
Although we have never met you always come across as an amiable, friendly kind of person and I am sure these qualities will help you make many new friends wherever you choose to travel. In a couple of months you will have settled down and be wondering what all the fuss was about.   ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: railsquid on October 19, 2021, 04:11:14 PM
Good luck!

I left home a little over 30 years ago (eek) at the tender age of 18 with a one-way ticket to Berlin (ferry to Ostende and a D-Zug smelling strongly of Deutsche Reichsbahn, no tunnel or cheap flights in those days), and totally forgot to go back.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 19, 2021, 04:35:19 PM
Quote from: NScaleNotes on October 19, 2021, 09:31:14 AM

Thalys!  :thumbsup:


Cheers N-Scale, Thalys it will be! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 19, 2021, 04:39:40 PM
Quote from: swisstrains on October 19, 2021, 03:47:52 PM
Hi Matt. Because I was a bit pushed for time this morning I skipped through your post more quickly than normal. That was, until the phrase "mum's in cryogenic storage" really made me pay attention and after reading it properly, breathe a sigh of relief.  :D
I'm sure that after all your planning the move will go nice and smoothly and you will settle into the German way of life without any problems.
Although we have never met you always come across as an amiable, friendly kind of person and I am sure these qualities will help you make many new friends wherever you choose to travel. In a couple of months you will have settled down and be wondering what all the fuss was about.   ;D

Ha ha yes, mum is at a perfectly conventional ambient room temperature and doing nicely!

Thank you John, those are really nice things for you to say. Equally, I have always felt very at home on this forum, luckily I can take NGF with me on my travels (so-to-speak), it will just about squeeze into backpack! ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 19, 2021, 04:40:44 PM
Quote from: railsquid on October 19, 2021, 04:11:14 PM
Good luck!

I left home a little over 30 years ago (eek) at the tender age of 18 with a one-way ticket to Berlin (ferry to Ostende and a D-Zug smelling strongly of Deutsche Reichsbahn, no tunnel or cheap flights in those days), and totally forgot to go back.

Thank you, you have already experienced all this then! :beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: GScaleBruce on October 19, 2021, 05:32:30 PM
Good luck / bon voyage / Gute Reise
My student year abroad, split between France and Germany, was one of the most formative years of my life and I look back on it fondly, so I'm sure you'll have a great experience!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 26, 2021, 04:51:31 PM
Quote from: GScaleBruce on October 19, 2021, 05:32:30 PM
Good luck / bon voyage / Gute Reise
My student year abroad, split between France and Germany, was one of the most formative years of my life and I look back on it fondly, so I'm sure you'll have a great experience!

Thank you sir!

I've just signed initial letting agent paperwork to lease out my UK flat. I'd be aiming to make my foreign move 15th Dec, if all goes to plan.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: railsquid on October 27, 2021, 08:23:16 AM
Quote from: Globibahn on October 19, 2021, 04:40:44 PM
Quote from: railsquid on October 19, 2021, 04:11:14 PM
Good luck!

I left home a little over 30 years ago (eek) at the tender age of 18 with a one-way ticket to Berlin (ferry to Ostende and a D-Zug smelling strongly of Deutsche Reichsbahn, no tunnel or cheap flights in those days), and totally forgot to go back.

Thank you, you have already experienced all this then! :beers:

Yeah, it was an interesting time (late 1991); and I never stopped moving east.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 29, 2021, 05:10:36 PM
This looks like a very interesting rail feature in Dresden.

https://goo.gl/maps/aGBnvJd4zpyaoqeE8

It's one of the biggest seemingly dissused freight area I know of!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on December 05, 2021, 09:50:45 AM
Hi all,

It's been a crazy month! My flat is nearly emptied out, tennants moving in next weekend.

It turned out I had to do a full bells and whistles business plan (for my self employed yoga business), which I will need to get my residency, that's taken a huge amount of time to prepare.

The fourth wave in Germany has also been a highly unwelcome addition to my plans!

Sadly trains have taken a real back set - for the time being.

Still aiming to go before Xmas. Hopefully can sell my vehicle soon too.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on December 05, 2021, 08:07:16 PM
Sounds like exciting times, Matt.

Quote from: Globibahn on December 05, 2021, 09:50:45 AM
The fourth wave in Germany has also been a highly unwelcome addition to my plans!

True, not the best of times to come over here... :-\ Lots of things can't be done ATM. No Christmas markets, for example...

Hope, your plans work out!

All the best,
Michael :beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on December 05, 2021, 08:24:31 PM
Quote from: mika on December 05, 2021, 08:07:16 PM

True, not the best of times to come over here... :-\ Lots of things can't be done ATM. No Christmas markets, for example...


Thanks Mika,

Let's hope our lives can return to normal as soon as possible!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on December 05, 2021, 08:28:37 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on December 05, 2021, 08:24:31 PM
Let's hope our lives can return to normal as soon as possible!

So true...
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Gordon on December 05, 2021, 11:09:30 PM
Quote from: mika on December 05, 2021, 08:07:16 PM


True, not the best of times to come over here... :-\ Lots of things can't be done ATM. No Christmas markets, for example...

Hope, your plans work out!

All the best,
Michael :beers:

Yes, ironic that I could get a Bratwurst and a beer at European wooden chalet in the Christmas market in Kingston upon Thames yesterday, and it was suitably chilly too!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on December 19, 2021, 10:44:07 AM
This is going well so far!  :-[

I've sold my vehicle, the new tennants are happily in the flat. I am all set to go! the only thing is that now I can't for the time being.  :'(
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on February 21, 2022, 11:57:46 AM
So far this continental rail travel thread is about the least interesting of its kind ever to exist!

I have now been living at mum's here in Blighty for 3 months, while I wait for the restrictions in Saxony to ease up.

It is not uncomfortable - however I have not had room to do any model making (it's just a small house and I only have my suitcase with me). The only creative outlet I have had is doing some watercolours of local scenes here in Bucks (see below). I may have a go at doing some train pictures in this style.

My yoga teacher business plan is completed and printed, that took me a long time!

It looks like beginning of March I may finally make my trip!!!  :-[


(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/119/7020-210222115445.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=119860)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/119/7020-210222115505.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=119861)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/119/7020-210222115523.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=119862)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/119/7020-210222115539.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=119863)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 01, 2022, 09:15:43 PM
I'm now looking at actually travelling next week or soon after. :)

As mentioned before, I am fully boosted. Travel via Belgium still seems like a faf with tests and whatnot.

Am I right in thinking travel via France has no restricitons?

https://www.interieur.gouv.fr/covid-19-international-travel#from4a (https://www.interieur.gouv.fr/covid-19-international-travel#from4a)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 05, 2022, 09:29:31 PM
So some progress at last - I have booked my journey for this coming week.

Day 1 - local train to London. Overnight stay at hostel in St Pancras
Day 2 - morning Eurostar to Brussels. Change for ICE to Frankfurt. Overnight stay at hostel in Frankfurt.
Day 3 - ICE Frankfurt - Dresden - champagne bottles at the ready!! ;D

It's about 660 miles in all. Plans to take a Thalys were rejected as the timetabling just didn't fit my plans. Oh well, next time! :-[
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on March 06, 2022, 09:28:20 AM
Good to hear that it's finally going to take shape.

We made the journey by train three years ago and I thoroughly enjoyed it. We went via St Pancras, Brussels, Cologne, and Berlin.

Have a good and safe journey!
Best,
Michael
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 06, 2022, 10:47:36 AM
Quote from: mika on March 06, 2022, 09:28:20 AM
Good to hear that it's finally going to take shape.

We made the journey by train three years ago and I thoroughly enjoyed it. We went via St Pancras, Brussels, Cologne, and Berlin.

Have a good and safe journey!
Best,
Michael

Thank you Michael, it has been a long time coming. Great that you also did a similar route!

I would have gone by night train, if there had been a logical East to West route that did not end up in Vienna. Pity such a thing does not exist (yet)! So high speed (-ish) it is! Although I expect the ICE from Frankfurt to Dresen probably travels along rack and pinion/ regional meter gauge lines or tramways  :D as there is no clear HS connection that way.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on March 06, 2022, 12:23:39 PM
The Frankfurt-Dresden ICE will probably be routed via the HS line between Erfurt and Leipzig. At up to 300km/h (depending on type of ICE) this is quite impressive. Here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxiNq3nImQ4) is part of the route, only the other way round ;)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: railsquid on March 06, 2022, 02:05:37 PM
1991, to Berlin:

- early morning BR from Birmingham New Street to London Euston
- tube to London Victoria (or was it Waterloo?)
- electrically-powered rake of self-propelled Mk1-ish carriages to a station Dover, from which I could walk almost directly onto a ferry, or so it seemed (I think that station no longer exists?); on the way I was bemused to pass a station called "Bat and Ball", and it was not until the advent of the internet that I could finally persuade myself I wasn't imagining things)
- ferry to Ostende, where I was delighted to spy an actual proper tram
- train via Brussels and Aachen to Cologne, where I luckily realised I needed to change trains because I had failed to understand the timetable and had mistaken the presence of a Kurswagen going from Ostende through to Berlin with the whole train going there
- overnight DR D-Zug from Cologne to Berlin; I remember waking in the early morning with no idea where the train was, fortunately I had a Walkman knockoff with build-in radio and happened upon "Antenne Brandenburg" so deduced I was probably not on the way to Warsaw
- got off at Bhf Zoo and with the aid initially of information contained in a "Rough Guide" found accomodation and work
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 06, 2022, 09:56:54 PM
Quote from: railsquid on March 06, 2022, 02:05:37 PM
1991, to Berlin:

- early morning BR from Birmingham New Street to London Euston
- tube to London Victoria (or was it Waterloo?)
- electrically-powered rake of self-propelled Mk1-ish carriages to a station Dover, from which I could walk almost directly onto a ferry, or so it seemed (I think that station no longer exists?); on the way I was bemused to pass a station called "Bat and Ball", and it was not until the advent of the internet that I could finally persuade myself I wasn't imagining things)
- ferry to Ostende, where I was delighted to spy an actual proper tram
- train via Brussels and Aachen to Cologne, where I luckily realised I needed to change trains because I had failed to understand the timetable and had mistaken the presence of a Kurswagen going from Ostende through to Berlin with the whole train going there
- overnight DR D-Zug from Cologne to Berlin; I remember waking in the early morning with no idea where the train was, fortunately I had a Walkman knockoff with build-in radio and happened upon "Antenne Brandenburg" so deduced I was probably not on the way to Warsaw
- got off at Bhf Zoo and with the aid initially of information contained in a "Rough Guide" found accomodation and work

I'm going to be hard pushed to beat this as a journey experience :smiley-laughing:. I will keep you posted of course!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on March 06, 2022, 10:01:16 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on March 06, 2022, 10:47:36 AM
I would have gone by night train

I like the idea of night trains, but I hate the thought of missing all the views from the window as you travel through the night.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 07, 2022, 06:55:22 AM
Quote from: Jim Easterbrook on March 06, 2022, 10:01:16 PM

I like the idea of night trains, but I hate the thought of missing all the views from the window as you travel through the night.

This is actually a good point Jim. An ideal trip would be more than 2 days and contain a mix of both sleeper and day trains - so you get the excitement of sleeping on a train alongside some good scenic viewing.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 07, 2022, 06:57:08 AM
Quote from: mika on March 06, 2022, 12:23:39 PM
The Frankfurt-Dresden ICE will probably be routed via the HS line between Erfurt and Leipzig.

Ah I was wondering. I will be interested to experience the Brussels - Frankfurt stretch too. I believe there are LGV type lines in Belgium, will have to research that - or just be surprised on the day!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 08, 2022, 07:05:41 AM
Well the day has finally come, I'm heading off!

Belgian passenger locator form complete (none required for Germany), packing completed all set now :claphappy:. And the weather looks nice too!  :beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: weave on March 08, 2022, 07:48:28 AM
 :claphappy: BON VOYAGE!!!

Have a great trip and a great time there  :thumbsup:

Cheers, weave  :beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Bealman on March 08, 2022, 07:50:47 AM
Have a great trip.  :beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on March 08, 2022, 08:18:46 AM
Bon Voyage Matt and don't forget to keep in touch.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 08, 2022, 08:53:56 AM
Thank you all for your well wishes - I feel I am taking you all along with me! :angel: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on March 08, 2022, 07:50:56 PM
Great to hear, Matt.

Bon voyage!
Goede reis!
Gute Reise!

Best,
Michael
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on March 08, 2022, 08:09:54 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on March 08, 2022, 08:53:56 AM
Thank you all for your well wishes - I feel I am taking you all along with me! :angel: :thumbsup:

I hope we will receive sufficient reports of your progress to feel we are all with you.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on March 08, 2022, 08:57:57 PM
I hope they have Marks & Spencers where you're going.

They pulled out France (for the second time) last year.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 09, 2022, 07:56:39 AM
Just waiting in Eurostar departures this morning. Here is a pic of St Pancras yesterday eening, always quite a sight!

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-090322075630.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120346)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 09, 2022, 07:59:00 AM
And Kings Cross. My hostel was very nearby. I even managed to sleep a bit, excitement kept me waking up though!


(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-090322075854.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120348)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 09, 2022, 07:38:00 PM
Quote from: joe cassidy on March 08, 2022, 08:57:57 PM
I hope they have Marks & Spencers where you're going.

They pulled out France (for the second time) last year.

Oh dear! I will let you know!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 09, 2022, 07:51:17 PM
Well, an eventful day of travel. I made it to Frankfurt! I feel rather digital nomad-like typing this in my hostel, located in the extremely dodgy area (that is not an over-statement) by the Station. I had a bit of a panic when I realised the hostel I stayed in a few years ago has actually shut and I had booked a different one (which turned out to be close by) by mistake. I hate looking lost with baggage at night in such places. The hostel is very cosy though so all turned out well.

Had a bright and early start on the 9:01 Eurostar to Brussels. Then a 2 hour or so stopover at Brussels Midi station. I am laden like a pack animal so no chance of going exploring. Brussels Midi a bit meh IMO and the literally non-stop station announcements nearly drove me mad. Anyhow caught my ICE for a 3 hour journey via Köln and here I am! Well and truly pooped TBH.

Although I have still yet to travel on one, here is a Thalys I spotted at Brussels Midi.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-090322194828.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120381)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: NScaleNotes on March 09, 2022, 08:35:48 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on March 09, 2022, 07:51:17 PM
I feel rather digital nomad-like typing this in my hostel, located in the extremely dodgy area (that is not an over-statement) by the Station.  I had a bit of a panic when I realised the hostel I stayed in a few years ago has actually shut and I had booked a different one (which turned out to be close by) by mistake. I hate looking lost with baggage at night in such places. The hostel is very cosy though so all turned out well.

Think I can guess roughly where you might be; that's quite a mix of 'shops' there :-\
Part of the experience I guess and you've got a funny story to tell now; anyway enjoy the rest of your trip.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 11, 2022, 06:06:32 AM
Oh no, I just wrote a large udate then lost it, because I clicked 'preview' and then clicked on one of the attached photos, taking me to the photo album and deleting my draft!!! :-[
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Bealman on March 11, 2022, 06:09:13 AM
It's okay, we'll wait  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 11, 2022, 06:14:55 AM
I had a wonderful trip to Dresden from Frankfurt yesterday. I spent a couple of hours before departure at Frankfurt station, taking snaps, sun bathing and relaxing then nearly missing my train because the platform kept changing. I ended up sitting right at the back of the train, almost on the coupler! :D One thing I enjoyed watching was a chirpy little BR 364 shunter pulling a rake of about 10 IC coaches out of the station.

Midway on the journey to Dresden, around the town of Eisenach, the scenery is very pretty with beautiful villages and countryside.

My travel companion being naughty!

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-110322061304.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120408)

MRCE Vectron at Frankfurt. It is a known fact I dislike Vectrons, but this is follower-focused thread! :D

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-110322061328.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120409)


The blue-strip EU ICE at Frankfurt, bound for Brussels.

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Bealman on March 11, 2022, 06:30:17 AM
Cool.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on March 11, 2022, 09:10:43 AM
Thanks for the update, Matt.

I can only echo that the landscape around Eisenach is very beautiful (says he who comes from Thuringia originally :D)

Best,
Michael
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 11, 2022, 03:57:13 PM
Quote from: mika on March 11, 2022, 09:10:43 AM
Thanks for the update, Matt.

I can only echo that the landscape around Eisenach is very beautiful (says he who comes from Thuringia originally :D)

Best,
Michael

My pleasure Michael. Yes I look forward to spending more time there if I get a chance! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 12, 2022, 04:54:48 PM
Hi all,

I have been very preoccupied with settling in and beginning to confront the whole extremely complex residency process! Boooo to Brexit! :veryangry:

The town I am staying in outside Dresden is very nice - it is a countryside area. I am living right beside a little branch line station, which may well be Europe's least busy station!  :D

Photos will follow! 8)

Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 14, 2022, 10:36:03 AM
Here is my new local (former DR) station, 5 mins walk away.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-140322103420.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120505)

With functioning signal box!

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-140322103450.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120506)

And I belive this chap was a famous milkman from Rotherham, however I may be mistaken! :D

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-140322103759.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120510)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: weave on March 14, 2022, 11:18:19 AM
Hi Matt,

They don't make 'little branch line stations' (your words in previous post) like they used to  :D .

Shame not much traffic. Does it have a name or are you being secretive? Sorry for being nosey but I like to see where people are in relation to rail routes etc. Tell me to 'was geht dich das an' if problem  :).

Weather looks nice, hope not too cold.

Take care and more pics (not necessarily rail related) please.

Cheers, weave  :beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on March 14, 2022, 10:19:26 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on March 14, 2022, 10:36:03 AM
...............................................................................
And I belive this chap was a famous milkman from Rotherham, however I may be mistaken! :D


No. That was one of his brothers. ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 14, 2022, 10:35:35 PM
Quote from: weave on March 14, 2022, 11:18:19 AM
Hi Matt,

They don't make 'little branch line stations' (your words in previous post) like they used to  :D .

Shame not much traffic. Does it have a name or are you being secretive? Sorry for being nosey but I like to see where people are in relation to rail routes etc. Tell me to 'was geht dich das an' if problem  :).

Weather looks nice, hope not too cold.

Take care and more pics (not necessarily rail related) please.

Cheers, weave  :beers:

Yes the traffic is very low I'm afraid, Weave. I'm in Neustadt Sachsen. Apparently the nearby Bischoffswerda is heavily used as a commuter station for Dresden.  ;)

The Neustadt station building is well utilised by various small businesses and is in very good shape. Weather due to warm up this week. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 16, 2022, 11:36:37 AM
Signs of life at the station this morning.

I'm looking forward to using the regional train for the first time tomorrow, when I am going up to Dresden. The ticket machine lets you print off a little schedule for your journey, which is most useful!

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-160322113436.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120551)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on March 16, 2022, 11:41:17 AM
John @Trainfish (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=262) asked me to ask you to tell us about the beer in the Dresden area ?
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on March 16, 2022, 11:52:31 AM
Thanks, Matt.
Neustadt is very quiet traffic-wise...

The train you photographed is interesting, though. It seems to be in 3-Löwen-Takt vinyls from Baden-Württemberg, quite a distance from Saxony...

Best,
Michael
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 16, 2022, 11:52:52 AM
Quote from: joe cassidy on March 16, 2022, 11:41:17 AM
John @Trainfish (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=262) asked me to ask you to tell us about the beer in the Dresden area ?

Funny you should mention this, as I have already done some initial field research! Bear in mind this has yet to be fully peer-reviewed. :D

Being so close to both the Czech and Polish border, specimens of beers from both those countries have been sampled, with very positive outcomes  :beers:

On behalf of forum members, I shall continue to research this theme exhaustively.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-160322115141.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120559)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 16, 2022, 08:37:23 PM
Quote from: mika on March 16, 2022, 11:52:31 AM
Thanks, Matt.
Neustadt is very quiet traffic-wise...

The train you photographed is interesting, though. It seems to be in 3-Löwen-Takt vinyls from Baden-Württemberg, quite a distance from Saxony...

Best,
Michael


Yes you are right. These must have gone astray somehow! :D These units seem to appear regularly. 
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 18, 2022, 08:44:47 AM
I had my first proper visit to Dresden yesterday and got to meet my friend Hannah who showed me about the place. I'm impressed, it has nice meadows by the Elbe, which must be great for chilling out in the summer.

I caught the mid-morning train from Neustadt Sachs to Pirna along the little branch line - I had the whole DMU almost to myself (reassuringly however, the train was very busy with college students on the way back in the evening).

At Pirna I transferred onto the much more principal route to take me to Dresden Neustadt. It is about 6 tracks wide and there are CD Intercity trains to be seen.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-180322084040.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120627)

Meeting with Hannah
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The main square
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Reminders of the DDR period
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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on March 18, 2022, 09:01:10 AM
...........Now that's one happy looking Matty. :claphappy: Good to see.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 18, 2022, 10:24:22 AM
Quote from: swisstrains on March 18, 2022, 09:01:10 AM
...........Now that's one happy looking Matty. :claphappy: Good to see.

Cheers John, I am indeed! :beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 19, 2022, 11:43:29 AM
On my morning walk this morning, there was a DMU stabled away from the platforms. Good photo opportunity! @ntpntpntp (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=5885)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-190322114249.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120685)

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 20, 2022, 06:52:10 PM
A little excursion to Burg Stolpen castle today. Nice and bright sunshine but very cold - still not many signs of spring here out east.

This evening we had a small fire in the garden and drank Glühwein.

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(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-200322184942.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120736)

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on March 21, 2022, 01:21:01 PM
Sorry, but I'm trying to fight off flashbacks of "the Singing Ringing Tree"  :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 21, 2022, 02:22:05 PM
Quote from: joe cassidy on March 21, 2022, 01:21:01 PM
Sorry, but I'm trying to fight off flashbacks of "the Singing Ringing Tree"  :)

Excellent, I did not know of this film :beers: - I will have to mention it to my hosts, I am sure they will know of it!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: weave on March 21, 2022, 02:30:37 PM
Hi Matt,

Never heard of it either but just saw a trailer. Didn't see a castle but there's a beautiful princess and a prince who's changed into a bear. Not sure where Joe's going with that  :hmmm:  :D

Anyway, enjoying your pics of abroad, haven't been to Europe for far too many years now and missing the trains and scenery.

Glad you're having fun.

Cheers, weave  :beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on March 21, 2022, 05:27:03 PM
"The Singing Ringing Tree" was the DDR's biggest cultural export.

I think it was the castle walls and the weird looking mouse that brought back the memories.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on March 21, 2022, 09:20:10 PM
Heck, somehow I completely missed the start of your adventures Matt, but I am now up-to-date! Great reporting back and photos - I'm longing to get out and travel.

Booked my week for Switzerland in May. (unfortunately I booked it before I knew of the 175 Swiss railways celebrations happening later in May  ::).)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 22, 2022, 04:44:14 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on March 21, 2022, 09:20:10 PM
Heck, somehow I completely missed the start of your adventures Matt, but I am now up-to-date! Great reporting back and photos - I'm longing to get out and travel.

Booked my week for Switzerland in May. (unfortunately I booked it before I knew of the 175 Swiss railways celebrations happening later in May  ::).)

Cheers Dave, was wondering where you had got to! ;D

Excellent idea to have a Swiss trip - enjoy! :beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 22, 2022, 04:49:08 PM
Was warm and sunny today so time for another trip to Dresden.

Checked out the Hauptbahnhof, very impressive. It's a mix of terminus on the ground level with two multi-track overhead through-routes (one to each side of the lower terminus).

Was pleased to find some track-laying activity going on down at the terminus level.

The city is exceptionally clean, tidy and well-maintained. I ate a gigantic ice cream for lunch!

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-220322164646.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120798)

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 24, 2022, 04:04:28 PM
Had a morning free, so popped down to nearby town of Pirna. It is nicely situated on the Elbe, not far from Dresden and has an attractive old town centre.

This is not a history thread, however it has to be mentioned Pirna has a tragic history relating back to WW2, when thousands of innocent people were 'euthanised' by the NS regime in the castle/ hospital above the town.

Pirna station has mainly S-Bahn traffic with freight trains and the Prague Eurocity zooms through here too. On the way home I sat in one of the newly refurbished VVO DMUs with Wifi for the first time, they are gradually working on updating all the units on the Neustadt Sachs - Pirna route.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-240322155633.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120877)

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on March 24, 2022, 04:43:17 PM
In 2011 my partner and I stayed in Stadt Wehlen, the next town along the river, for a few nights. Did a nice day's walk from Stadt Wehlen up to the Bastei, down to Rathen, across the river on the ferry, up over the Rauenstein, then down to the river in Stadt Wehlen and back across the ferry.

Totally unrealistic scenery that would never pass muster as a model.
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The Bastei, Sächsische Schweiz, Germany. (https://flic.kr/p/2napXdm) by Jim Easterbrook (https://www.flickr.com/photos/jim_easterbrook/), on Flickr
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on March 24, 2022, 04:44:46 PM
Prototype for everything  :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 25, 2022, 07:49:55 AM
Quote from: Jim Easterbrook on March 24, 2022, 04:43:17 PM

Totally unrealistic scenery that would never pass muster as a model.


Agreed - I think it needs more PVA! :laughabovepost:

Interesting, no doubt I will also get a chance to visit the same location.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 27, 2022, 07:58:38 AM
Seen several of these jolly little IFA lorries around.

Think they would make an ideal first lorry? :smiley-laughing:

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7020-270322075813.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120991)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on March 27, 2022, 11:08:05 AM
Made under licence from Tonka Toys ?
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 28, 2022, 04:23:35 PM
Had a little rail excursion to Bad Schandau today - situated on the Elbe, right on the Czech border.

I took the train from Neustadt Sachs to Pirna, then the S-Bahn Pirna to Bad Schandau along the Elbe. Bad Schandau is an interesting station with some freight activity going on, S-Bahn activity and the CD EC from Prague to Hamburg via Dresden actually makes a flying stop here.

Returning home I took the little DMU from Bad Schandau to Sebnitz, where I changed for another regional train to Neustadt Sachs. This return route was extremely pretty in terms of countrside, with gorges, streams and woodlands.

The EC pulling in at the platform.
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Interesting to see Czech script on a DB DMU.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-280322162129.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121024)

Indeed, is "my life not yours!!" :D
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I know there are those on this forum who can interpret evey single bit of this information.... ;D
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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on March 28, 2022, 04:56:17 PM
Thanks, Matt.
Looks like you're having a great time.

When my wife and I returned from Prague a few (or more) years ago, our loco (Czech class 372, for those taking notes) broke down in Bad Schandau. We had to be rescued by a 101 which had to be brought in from Dresden. As this took some time, we could have taken a good look at the surroundings of the station, had it not been night... :doh:
Funny thing is that the the 101 then pulled the 372 and the train to Dresden, where the Czech loco had to be shunted out, which resulted in being even later.  :goggleeyes:
Anyway, it's a nice part of the country.

Best,
Michael
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 29, 2022, 03:44:03 PM
Quote from: mika on March 28, 2022, 04:56:17 PM
Thanks, Matt.
Looks like you're having a great time.

Best,
Michael

Cheers Mika.

LOL, I probably wouldn't recommend Bad Schandau station as being Europe's top night-life spot to visit!!! :worried:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 29, 2022, 03:50:12 PM
I got up bright and early and caught the train to Dresden this morning, as I wanted to check out a yoga studio in the city, which turned out to be very good!

Passing through the HB, I was delighted to see my favourite passenger train, namely a CD Railjet. This one comes from Graz and travels via Prague and Dresden to Berlin. A journey I will need to be making making on board of one!! :angel:

It's actually notable, that I haven't yet seen much in the way of 101-hauled DB ICs. Or even ICEs for that matter. There is a stadler-type IC2 at the HB quite regularly, can't remember where it goes though.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-290322154706.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121046)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-290322154724.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121047)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Hiawatha on March 29, 2022, 05:06:08 PM
And, again, the Taurus is coupled with the wrong end to the coaches. :veryangry:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 29, 2022, 05:09:56 PM
Quote from: Hiawatha on March 29, 2022, 05:06:08 PM
And, again, the Taurus is coupled with the wrong end to the coaches. :veryangry:

Oh, I did not know about this! :-[
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on March 29, 2022, 05:26:58 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on March 29, 2022, 05:09:56 PM
Quote from: Hiawatha on March 29, 2022, 05:06:08 PM
And, again, the Taurus is coupled with the wrong end to the coaches. :veryangry:

Oh, I did not know about this! :-[

A quick Google image search suggests it happens about half the time, as you'd expect.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Hiawatha on March 29, 2022, 05:34:52 PM
This is hurting my eyes almost every day. ;)  I have commented about it earlier elsewhere:

Quote from: Hiawatha on September 13, 2021, 08:35:45 AM
Quote from: Gordon on September 13, 2021, 12:26:22 AM
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/113/704-130921004700.jpeg)

And, as is almost always the case, the locomotive is coupled the wrong way around to the coaches. :veryangry:

If you order locomotives with an asymmetric livery then make sure that it is coupled correctly. And if this is not operationally possible – then, dear ÖBB, only order locomotives with a symmetric livery. ::)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on March 29, 2022, 05:36:33 PM
Just a failing of real world design. If someone had stopped for a moment to think about it...
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 29, 2022, 05:39:44 PM
Quote from: Hiawatha on March 29, 2022, 05:06:08 PM
And, again, the Taurus is coupled with the wrong end to the coaches. :veryangry:

Crumbs, you are quite right! How did I never notice that! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Hiawatha on March 29, 2022, 05:42:15 PM
QuoteA quick Google image search suggests it happens about half the time, as you'd expect.

No, it happens about 80% of the time. These are fixed rakes, so they should try to have them turned around correctly or bin the asymmetric livery (like the CD did with their non-railjet Tauruses).

https://www.elektrolok.de/news/news.php?news_id=7825 (https://www.elektrolok.de/news/news.php?news_id=7825)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Hiawatha on March 29, 2022, 06:08:45 PM
And when an ÖBB Taurus is coupled wrong to an ÖBB railjet, and a CD Taurus wrong to a CD railjet – then it is no surprise when a CD Taurus is coupled wrong to an ÖBB railjet.  :no:

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/6051-290322175714-1210561193.jpeg)



Interesting that you have seen both the ICE 3 with the blue stripe and the 3-Löwen-Takt Desiro – both are one-off liveries (and available in N: Arnold HN2527 and Fleischmann 742008). The chances of seeing them are like winning a Lotto jackpot. ;)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on March 29, 2022, 08:34:09 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on March 29, 2022, 03:50:12 PM
It's actually notable, that I haven't yet seen much in the way of 101-hauled DB ICs. Or even ICEs for that matter. There is a stadler-type IC2 at the HB quite regularly, can't remember where it goes though.

The Stadler IC2 goes to Warnemünde on the Baltic Sea.
There are fewer 101s in Dresden than there used to be because the Czech EuroCities keep their locos nowadays.
Can't say anything about the lack of ICEs. I'd have thought there would be some between Dresden and Frankfurt am Main...
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 30, 2022, 06:31:26 AM
Quote from: mika on March 29, 2022, 08:34:09 PM

The Stadler IC2 goes to Warnemünde on the Baltic Sea.
There are fewer 101s in Dresden than there used to be because the Czech EuroCities keep their locos nowadays.
Can't say anything about the lack of ICEs. I'd have thought there would be some between Dresden and Frankfurt am Main...

Ah, Warnemünde will have to be another trip then! LOL, yes I must just be at the HB at the wrong time usually, therefore missing the Frankfurt am Main. ICE ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 30, 2022, 06:40:47 AM
In the shopping centre off Pragerstraße, I noticed there was a Blue Brixx shop, so went in for a nose around.

For those not in the know, Blue Brixx are able to market Lego compatible models - there seems to be no licence on the Lego Brick design (they are not allowed to make the iconic figures though).

I was very impressed by the range of realistic trains they had in the shop. They produce everything from ICEs, 103s to V60s. There were loads of coaches and wagons too.

The models come in simple brown boxes, the instructions are PDF download and therefore significant cost savings are made. An un-motorised V60 was only €25, for example. The pictures below are the actual models, not shop-only display items!

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-300322063820.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121070)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-300322063847.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121071)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: tutenkhamunsleeping on March 30, 2022, 08:33:06 AM
Great, some model trains I can still afford!  ;)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on March 30, 2022, 09:27:25 AM
Thanks for the heads-up, Matt. I didn't know about Blue Brixx.
For those interested: https://www.bluebrixx.com/de/sets/trains (https://www.bluebrixx.com/de/sets/trains)

Cheers
Michael
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 30, 2022, 10:36:04 AM
Quote from: mika on March 30, 2022, 09:27:25 AM
Thanks for the heads-up, Matt. I didn't know about Blue Brixx.
For those interested: https://www.bluebrixx.com/de/sets/trains (https://www.bluebrixx.com/de/sets/trains)

Cheers
Michael

No probs Michael. You get a serious amount of train for your money. If I was a child, I would have completely flipped out. I dangned near flipped out as an adult!!! ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on March 30, 2022, 11:56:00 AM
Oooh they even do an ET 420 - got to have one of those :D :D

https://www.bluebrixx.com/de/trains/102742/Dreiteilige-Elektrotriebzuege-BR-420-BlueBrixx-Special (https://www.bluebrixx.com/de/trains/102742/Dreiteilige-Elektrotriebzuege-BR-420-BlueBrixx-Special)

(https://www.bluebrixx.com/img/items/102/102742/1000/102742_1.jpg)

Love the Schnabel wagon too.  I know I shouldn't but my finger is hovering over the basket button right now... :D

Aaaargh - no shipping option to UK / England / Great Britain???   Everywhere else but  :veryangry:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on March 30, 2022, 01:27:26 PM
Quote from: ntpntpntp on March 30, 2022, 11:56:00 AM
Aaaargh - no shipping option to UK / England / Great Britain???   Everywhere else but  :veryangry:

Strange, as has they have the postage costs in a separate menu. Perhaps worth dropping them a line about it.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 30, 2022, 01:37:32 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on March 30, 2022, 01:27:26 PM

Strange, as has they have the postage costs in a separate menu. Perhaps worth dropping them a line about it.


I agree, I would speak to them about it!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on March 30, 2022, 01:52:25 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on March 30, 2022, 01:37:32 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on March 30, 2022, 01:27:26 PM

Strange, as has they have the postage costs in a separate menu. Perhaps worth dropping them a line about it.


I agree, I would speak to them about it!
I have raised the question on their contact form.  Yes I saw the delivery and costs page mentions GB
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on March 30, 2022, 04:37:33 PM
"Dear Dave,

thanks for your message.

Unfortunately we do not ship to the UK. For this reason you cannot select this as a country.

We therefore ask for your understanding and your efforts.

We wish you a nice day."
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on March 30, 2022, 05:22:25 PM
Meh.  Not had a reply to my query yet. I wonder if they'll take note that's 2 people asking in the same day, so there is demand? :D :D

I'll get my friend in Germany onto it - he did say in his last email he still owes me for a bunch of Peco points from before lockdown :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 30, 2022, 06:21:47 PM
Quote from: ntpntpntp on March 30, 2022, 05:22:25 PM
Meh.  Not had a reply to my query yet.

I also just contacted them about this! 8)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 31, 2022, 07:59:02 AM
Seems they don't wish to ship to the UK. That's a great pity! :*(
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: weave on March 31, 2022, 09:31:57 AM
Hi Matt,

So the next question is when are you back in the UK and do you have a spare large suitcase? Another string to your bow - International Smuggler  :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 03, 2022, 10:36:52 AM
One of the things I really like in my little town is that people put out Easter decorations in their gardens.

Usually this comprises an egg tree, but some go a little further, with rabbit-based front door displays.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-030422103445.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121247)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-030422103634.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121248)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on April 03, 2022, 01:42:17 PM
Haha, decoration-wise this could be my in-laws' front garden  :smiley-laughing:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: GScaleBruce on April 03, 2022, 01:52:30 PM
Really enjoying your posts, Matt, please keep them coming. It's many years since I was able to spend much time in Germany, and that opportunity isn't going return any time soon, so thank you for these images.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 03, 2022, 04:07:02 PM
Quote from: GScaleBruce on April 03, 2022, 01:52:30 PM
Really enjoying your posts, Matt, please keep them coming. It's many years since I was able to spend much time in Germany, and that opportunity isn't going return any time soon, so thank you for these images.

My pleasure Bruce! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on April 04, 2022, 04:33:57 PM
Quote from: Hiawatha on March 29, 2022, 05:42:15 PM
QuoteA quick Google image search suggests it happens about half the time, as you'd expect.

No, it happens about 80% of the time. These are fixed rakes, so they should try to have them turned around correctly or bin the asymmetric livery (like the CD did with their non-railjet Tauruses).

Sorry to go this far back in the thread but the solution came to me during the night - reverse the livery on one side of each locomotive. Then every train will be correct on one side and wrong on the other, reducing the failure rate from 80% to 50%. Job done!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 04, 2022, 04:57:11 PM
Quote from: Jim Easterbrook on April 04, 2022, 04:33:57 PM
Quote from: Hiawatha on March 29, 2022, 05:42:15 PM
QuoteA quick Google image search suggests it happens about half the time, as you'd expect.

No, it happens about 80% of the time. These are fixed rakes, so they should try to have them turned around correctly or bin the asymmetric livery (like the CD did with their non-railjet Tauruses).

Sorry to go this far back in the thread but the solution came to me during the night - reverse the livery on one side of each locomotive. Then every train will be correct on one side and wrong on the other, reducing the failure rate from 80% to 50%. Job done!

Genius!  :smiley-laughing:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 07, 2022, 08:22:59 AM
There was me thinking that hand-painting letters on model wagons was not prototypical. However it seems that anything goes  :smiley-laughing:!

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-070422082203.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121383)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: NScaleNotes on April 07, 2022, 10:13:03 AM
Can anyone explain what the second set of numbers inside the tank shaped drawing on this data panel mean please?
With a bit of googling I've figured out the first number refers to the cubic capacity of the tank in metres.

I thought the second number might be the capacity in litres? 462L is obviously too small and online conversions show 4,620L is only 46m3 and 462,000L would be 462m3.
It doesn't also seem to refer to the length of the tank.
Confused.  ???
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on April 07, 2022, 10:34:50 AM
Should it not just be read as  86462 litres?
The 86 being enlarged could indicate that it is also the m3.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 07, 2022, 02:00:41 PM
Good old EAOS, just can't beat 'em!

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-070422140033.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121390)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on April 07, 2022, 06:09:16 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on April 07, 2022, 02:00:41 PM
Good old EAOS, just can't beat 'em


I dunno.......the Eas in your photo comes pretty close. :whistle:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 07, 2022, 08:55:55 PM
Quote from: swisstrains on April 07, 2022, 06:09:16 PM

I dunno.......the Eas in your photo comes pretty close. :whistle:

LOL yes I see, it is lower than an EAOS! :-[
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on April 07, 2022, 09:03:42 PM
Hi Matt. I think the "o" means that it doesn't have end door/s. Your photo of the Eas shows that it does. Having end doors seems to be more common in Eastern Europe.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on April 07, 2022, 10:39:19 PM
86 462L - Capacity of wagons, expressed in m³, hl or l
22,2kn - Tare weight of wagon
23850kg/21t - Load limits

33 - interoperability code (Bogie wagon, fixed gauge)
80 - registered country (in code)
7845 - wagon class/block number (in this case 7xxx is a tank wagon)
44 - serial number
photo does not show the check digit
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 08, 2022, 06:20:57 AM
Quote from: Dave_K on April 07, 2022, 10:39:19 PM
86 462L - Capacity of wagons, expressed in m³, hl or l
22,2kn - Tare weight of wagon
23850kg/21t - Load limits

33 - interoperability code (Bogie wagon, fixed gauge)
80 - registered country (in code)
7845 - wagon class/block number (in this case 7xxx is a tank wagon)
44 - serial number
photo does not show the check digit

Impressive Dave! :goggleeyes:

Now, if I had a fax machine, I could send a fax to VTG :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on April 08, 2022, 08:09:01 AM
Quote from: Dave_K on April 07, 2022, 10:39:19 PM
86 462L - Capacity of wagons, expressed in m³, hl or l
22,2kn - Tare weight of wagon
23850kg/21t - Load limits

86462 litres of water would weigh 86462 kg, so a 23850 kg load limit suggests they carry something very light indeed.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on April 08, 2022, 10:40:18 AM
Quote from: Jim Easterbrook on April 08, 2022, 08:09:01 AM
Quote from: Dave_K on April 07, 2022, 10:39:19 PM
86 462L - Capacity of wagons, expressed in m³, hl or l
22,2kn - Tare weight of wagon
23850kg/21t - Load limits

86462 litres of water would weigh 86462 kg, so a 23850 kg load limit suggests they carry something very light indeed.

Yes, that's very true Jim.
Information that I have found seems to indicate that 22.2 kN is the handbrake force, 23850 kg is the tare weight and 21.0 t is the braked weight.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: NScaleNotes on April 08, 2022, 11:03:44 AM
Quote from: Jim Easterbrook on April 08, 2022, 08:09:01 AM
Quote from: Dave_K on April 07, 2022, 10:39:19 PM
86 462L - Capacity of wagons, expressed in m³, hl or l
22,2kn - Tare weight of wagon
23850kg/21t - Load limits

86462 litres of water would weigh 86462 kg, so a 23850 kg load limit suggests they carry something very light indeed.

I know I've not exactly proved myself an expert on this  :doh: but could it be axle weight rather than total weight?
Assuming it has four axles, surely it does for a tank that size, that would make the total volume/weight and the total axle weight tally a bit better.

Found this little DB guide which explains the markings a bit better: https://issuu.com/simonevillani1/docs/freight_wagon_catalog_v2011-english (https://issuu.com/simonevillani1/docs/freight_wagon_catalog_v2011-english)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 10, 2022, 05:42:52 PM
We went on a visit to Colditz castle today. It's a couple of hours drive away. Fantastic little museum there showing all the POW escape gizmos. I read the Pat Reid book some years ago, I must read it and watch the film again!

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-100422174451.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121586)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-100422174143.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121584)

Excuse the language, but this is actual British POW writing on the walls!!! :goggleeyes:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-100422180637.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121588)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 12, 2022, 04:53:30 PM
Nice sunny day today, so off to Dresden again!

An upgraded DMU at Neustadt Sachs station.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-120422165045.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121636)

Today's CD Railjet loco was the correct way around - hurrah!!! ;D
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-120422165136.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121637)

Some Taurus side detail.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-120422165214.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121638)

An upgraded shunter
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-120422165258.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121639)

And from the side
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-120422170017.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121641)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on April 12, 2022, 05:54:45 PM
Nice to see photos of your ongoing adventures! My German is very basic but am I correct in saying 'Neustadt' is literally New City?
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 12, 2022, 06:11:46 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on April 12, 2022, 05:54:45 PM
Nice to see photos of your ongoing adventures! My German is very basic but am I correct in saying 'Neustadt' is literally New City?

My pleasure Dave. Yes Neustadt equates to 'New Town'.

There are 21 towns in Germany called Neustadt, hence the need to indicate the region in the town name. ;D

Here is a full list:
https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neustadt_(Ortsname)#St%C3%A4dte_und_Gemeinden

Further to this, although not a town, Neustadt Dresden is a major district of Dresden itself.

Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on April 14, 2022, 11:51:29 AM
Neustadt - that reminds me of my kids' Playmobil train set  :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on April 14, 2022, 12:39:46 PM
Aldstadt reminds me of the pubs in Dusseldorf  :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 14, 2022, 04:50:35 PM
Went to collect a friend from Bischofswerda this afternoon. Quite a busy diesel route linking Dresden with Görlitz.

Saw two DMUs joining together (to travel in direction of Dresden) with a satisfying, automated clunk!

Is this how baby trains are made? ;D

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-140422164952.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121776)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-140422165013.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121777)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-140422165402.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121778)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on April 14, 2022, 08:21:04 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on April 14, 2022, 04:50:35 PM
..............................

Is this how baby trains are made? ;D

.........................


Yes. But first they must Desiro each other. :-[
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 14, 2022, 08:31:25 PM
Quote from: swisstrains on April 14, 2022, 08:21:04 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on April 14, 2022, 04:50:35 PM
..............................

Is this how baby trains are made? ;D

.........................


Yes. But first they must Desiro each other. :-[

And of course they need to Flirt! :laughabovepost:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on April 14, 2022, 08:37:39 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on April 14, 2022, 08:31:25 PM
Quote from: swisstrains on April 14, 2022, 08:21:04 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on April 14, 2022, 04:50:35 PM
..............................

Is this how baby trains are made? ;D

.........................


Yes. But first they must Desiro each other. :-[

And of course they need to Flirt! :laughabovepost:

No doubt followed by a KISS.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 17, 2022, 10:34:04 AM
On Friday evening I went with my hosts for dinner at a local tavern. To this end, further beer research has been done.

They were serving this 'Landskron' lager (brewed in Görlitz) on tap. https://www.landskron.de/ (https://www.landskron.de/) The first glass was very nice but in the interests of science I also drank a second glass just to be sure. Top marks! :beers:

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/121/7020-170422103150.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=121869)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on April 17, 2022, 12:13:24 PM
I approve of this commitment to accurate reporting.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 17, 2022, 04:15:32 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on April 17, 2022, 12:13:24 PM
I approve of this commitment to accurate reporting.

Indeed, integrity and thoroughness are my bywords. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 18, 2022, 06:28:49 AM
Morning all,

I am off for a few days to stay in a hostel in Dresden (I am having a preliminary look for longer-term accomodation). Should also have more opportunities to explore the other Dresden stations.

For example, the hostel is situated near Bahnhof Dresden Neustadt station https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dresden-Neustadt_station (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dresden-Neustadt_station) (yes, for added confusion there is a district of Dresden called Neustadt - not to be confused with the countryside Neustadt where I currently live!). Dresden Neustadt is also divided into two parts - 'Innere' and 'Äußere', inner and outer respectively.

I hope you got all that, there will be a test at the end! ;D

Yesterday we went to my hosts' relatives and had an Easter egg hunt. This was followed by the most stunning home made cake! Again, two pieces were needed to verify that it was indeed rather delicious  :D

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Bealman on April 18, 2022, 07:48:41 AM
Certainly looks yummy to me!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on April 18, 2022, 09:09:59 AM
I'm not normally very hungry in the morning but today was different. I wonder why?  :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 18, 2022, 06:06:34 PM

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Arrived at my hostel! It is in an extremely vibrant district. I just popped to a beer garden that was very nice. I didn't actually have a beer though, I had a Bratwurst with lots of mustard.  :D Plenty of time ahead to sample the beer as well though.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on April 18, 2022, 06:44:54 PM
I can't imagine having a bratwurst without something to wash it down.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 18, 2022, 06:49:14 PM
Quote from: Jim Easterbrook on April 18, 2022, 06:44:54 PM
I can't imagine having a bratwurst without something to wash it down.

True, but I have been guzzling all weekend, needed a break! :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Hiawatha on April 18, 2022, 07:33:50 PM
Do they also ruin the beer with syrup in Dresden, or ist this just a Berlin thing? I once tried a Berliner Weisse mit Schuss with the green (Waldmeister) stuff, and this was really, really awful, so be warned! :sick: :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 18, 2022, 07:52:17 PM
Quote from: Hiawatha on April 18, 2022, 07:33:50 PM
Do they also ruin the beer with syrup in Dresden, or ist this just a Berlin thing? I once tried a Berliner Weisse mit Schuss with the green (Waldmeister) stuff, and this was really, really awful, so be warned! :sick: :D

YES!

I got offered a beer and I said "that looks like coca cola" as a joke.

Then I tasted it and it was like coca cola. But it wasn't, it was beer! Yuk yuk yuk mega yuk. :thumbsdown:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 19, 2022, 01:50:33 PM
Had a nice surprise finding this Taurus at the Hauptbahnhof this morning.

Loco name Mr Potato Head!


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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 19, 2022, 05:34:48 PM
Urban-style rail in Dresden Neustadt district.

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on April 19, 2022, 05:58:44 PM
For some reason I love those ex-DR boxes like 143, 155 and relatives :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 19, 2022, 06:07:36 PM
Quote from: ntpntpntp on April 19, 2022, 05:58:44 PM
For some reason I love those ex-DR boxes like 143, 155 and relatives :)

You would love it here then, there's loads of them in S-Bahn traffic! :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 20, 2022, 04:12:23 PM
A tad bleak and rainy today, so I thought a black and white photo was in order!

I have a 7 day Dresden public transport ticket, so I have been hopping on and off S-Bahns and trams for mini journeys within Dresden. Rather good fun!

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on April 20, 2022, 05:28:14 PM
Have you found any model railway shops ?
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 21, 2022, 06:45:04 AM
Quote from: joe cassidy on April 20, 2022, 05:28:14 PM
Have you found any model railway shops ?

That is on my to-do list! Will report back. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 22, 2022, 01:02:21 PM
Yesterday was a bit dull weather-wise. Ideal for museums, so went to the Albertinum art gallery with 2 of my new friends from the hostel, who were visiting from southern Germany.

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Feeling pooped after so much art viewing!
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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on April 23, 2022, 09:02:35 AM
Please don't sit on the artworks.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 24, 2022, 12:41:03 PM
Yesterday was nice and sunny so spent a day at the park.

Today, by contrast, has been rather dull and rainy, so took myself to the Dresden war museum, which is only 15 minutes walk from the hostel.

The museum looks at war from a conceptual and categorised viewpoint. It is not so much a 'gear' enthusiasts museum, like say Duxford. It was very interesting however - I even got a brief personal history lesson about the building and its siginificance from one of their on-hand assistants.

The museum was a former armaments house during the Prussian era. If I understood the assistant's German correctly, the modern 'wedge' extension represents/indicates angles and co-ordinates significant to the RAF Pathfinder flares dropped on the night of the heaviest bombing in Dresden.

Well worth a visit!

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 25, 2022, 12:35:14 PM
Borrowed one of the hostel's bikes and had a fab ride down through the town to the main station.

Found Hectorrail double-trouble in my favourite siding! Lokos 'Biberkopf' and 'Daniel'. ;)

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 30, 2022, 07:17:06 AM
One of the things I am greatly missing about the UK is Today's Railways International magazine! There is just nothing that comes close in the German language. One magazine does provide a similar international overview, but the photography is not very good.

Big gap in the market here!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 07, 2022, 10:46:01 AM
Had a milestone day on Thursday - it was my appointment at the Foreigners' Office. I have been approved to work and stay here long term! A big relief.

I decided I no longer wanted to be a burdon on my hosts (plus it was a bit too far from the city), therefore I have moved to a city hostel for several weeks with determination to find my longer-term lodgings. I literally have no idea where in the city I will be living in a month's time - both scary and exciting!

It is nice and sunny now in Dresden - I was getting a bit weary of cold weather.

After two months here, I now become irrationally excited when I sometimes (and it is rarely) hear regular English people speaking! ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Bealman on May 07, 2022, 10:52:20 AM
That's gotta be good news for you!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on May 07, 2022, 11:46:23 AM
Quote from: Globibahn on May 07, 2022, 10:46:01 AM
After two months here, I now become irrationally excited when I sometimes (and it is rarely) hear regular English people speaking! ;D

Does that include Australians ?  :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 07, 2022, 02:44:43 PM
Quote from: Bealman on May 07, 2022, 10:52:20 AM
That's gotta be good news for you!  :thumbsup:

Thank you Bealman, it most definitely is! :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 07, 2022, 02:45:30 PM
Quote from: joe cassidy on May 07, 2022, 11:46:23 AM
Quote from: Globibahn on May 07, 2022, 10:46:01 AM
After two months here, I now become irrationally excited when I sometimes (and it is rarely) hear regular English people speaking! ;D

Does that include Australians ?  :)

Yes, any English is good, no matter what the accent!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on May 09, 2022, 04:25:16 PM
Congratulations on being allowed to stay! Good luck finding a place to stay proper!.
Like those Hectorrail locos, nice livery.
I forget how big Germany actually is, a pity as I'll be in Basel next week - so close , yet so far!!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on May 09, 2022, 05:21:26 PM
Will you have time to visit the French national railway museum in Mulhouse ?
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 10, 2022, 02:55:27 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on May 09, 2022, 04:25:16 PM
Congratulations on being allowed to stay! Good luck finding a place to stay proper!.
Like those Hectorrail locos, nice livery.
I forget how big Germany actually is, a pity as I'll be in Basel next week - so close , yet so far!!

Cheers Dave, yes the quest for accomodation continues in ernest.

I also really like the Hectorrail livery.  :)

Yes, Basel is indeed quite a distance away. Have a grand time there!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on May 10, 2022, 06:39:16 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on May 10, 2022, 02:55:27 PM
Cheers Dave, yes the quest for accomodation continues in ernest.

I also really like the Hectorrail livery.  :)

Yes, Basel is indeed quite a distance away. Have a grand time there!

Thank you!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 11, 2022, 01:22:24 PM
I seem to be being followed around by Vectrons, just to spite me as a Taurus fan.

Oh well, if you can't beat 'em, join 'em.

This morning's Prague to Hamburg service (with MAV coaches) having a flying stop at Dresden HB. There was also a driver change.

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 13, 2022, 08:39:56 AM
i have seen quite a few Captrain locos about but yesterday at Dresden Neustadt station was the first time I actually got a clear shot of one!


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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 14, 2022, 12:10:57 PM
Dresden Neustadt train station this morning. Much more lively than than the Neustadt in Sachsen train station where I was originally living!!! :D

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on May 14, 2022, 12:17:41 PM
Dresden seems to feature a lot in the youtube videos I watch from time to time.  A good mix of passenger trains plus freight on the avoiding lines round the side of the station.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 14, 2022, 12:40:50 PM
Quote from: ntpntpntp on May 14, 2022, 12:17:41 PM
Dresden seems to feature a lot in the youtube videos I watch from time to time.  A good mix of passenger trains plus freight on the avoiding lines round the side of the station.

True Nick!

It is also certainly a good place for fans of Czech passenger and goods trains - I see them all the time!

By the way, I was meaning to ask, what is the purpose on railway tracks of having a third rail like so? This photo taken on a station platform.

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on May 14, 2022, 12:54:51 PM
My first thought would be where a point has been removed, but you'd expect to see other evidence of the other rails etc.   

Maybe some sort of derailment protection a bit like a check rail - an attempt to guide errant wheels away from the platform.

Maybe the track & sleepers in that location suffer from a lot of forces (tight curves?) and needed something to help lock the sleepers.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on May 14, 2022, 02:26:02 PM
Hi Matt. Does your photo show the start of a longer section of rail that runs parallel to the running rail to the right?
If so, is it also in the vicinity of the pillars that support the station roof? Check rails or guard rails are often provided to stop derailed vehicles from bringing down the station roof. They are also used on tracks adjacent to bridges where the supporting pillars are not deemed to be particularly substantial. The Eschede ICE disaster was made much worse because the train hit the bridge piers and it collapsed onto it.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 14, 2022, 03:49:38 PM
Quote from: swisstrains on May 14, 2022, 02:26:02 PM
Hi Matt. Does your photo show the start of a longer section of rail that runs parallel to the running rail to the right?
If so, is it also in the vicinity of the pillars that support the station roof? Check rails or guard rails are often provided to stop derailed vehicles from bringing down the station roof. They are also used on tracks adjacent to bridges where the supporting pillars are not deemed to be particularly substantial. The Eschede ICE disaster was made much worse because the train hit the bridge piers and it collapsed onto it.

Cheers John and Nick!

I should have provided a wider establishing shot. Yes it is more or less as you describe John, this is indeed the start of a long third rail section that continues for the section under the station canopy, therefore being near pillars. I'll go back for another look.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on May 14, 2022, 09:52:02 PM
I should have looked more closely at your photo of the Captrain 185. You can see the track in question next to the platform you are standing on. I assume there is a similar arrangement on the the 185s track.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 15, 2022, 06:36:26 AM
Quote from: swisstrains on May 14, 2022, 09:52:02 PM
I should have looked more closely at your photo of the Captrain 185. You can see the track in question next to the platform you are standing on. I assume there is a similar arrangement on the the 185s track.

Excellent observation skills John (or should I say Monsieur Poirot? :smiley-laughing:) ! Yes you can see the start of the guide rail in the 185 photo. There is indeed one underneath the freight train too, it is actually in mirror image.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 20, 2022, 08:34:36 AM
It has been a busy few days. I finally got accepted into the German public health system. It was all rather complicated (and expensive - oh how I miss the NHS!)

The weather here has been really great. I am still living at the hostel - at the moment there are lots of guests from the United States. I have been having a great time with new friends from Kentucky and California. We took the short train ride together to Kurort Rathen, where you can take a ferry over the Elbe and do a hike to the Basteibrücke bridge in the rocks.

We noticed a lot of locals drinking a bright green sparkling drink. We inquired what it was and it turns out this is Waldmeister Limonade - made from the small 'Woodruff' forest flower buds. It was very herby and refreshing.

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on May 23, 2022, 03:26:19 PM
Great pics Matt, well done getting onto the German health system! That walk looks like a bit of a climb!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 23, 2022, 06:35:50 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on May 23, 2022, 03:26:19 PM
Great pics Matt, well done getting onto the German health system! That walk looks like a bit of a climb!

Thanks Dave, yes was a bit of a climb! ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 23, 2022, 09:40:41 PM
There's much excitement here over the 9€ whole Germany ticket available June/ July/ August

https://www.bahn.com/en/offers/regional/9-euro-ticket-en (https://www.bahn.com/en/offers/regional/9-euro-ticket-en)

How would one theoretically get from Dresden to Lübeck using only regional trains?  :hmmm:

Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on May 23, 2022, 10:26:19 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on May 23, 2022, 09:40:41 PM
How would one theoretically get from Dresden to Lübeck using only regional trains?  :hmmm:

Slowly?
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Hiawatha on May 23, 2022, 10:29:14 PM
Just tried on reiseauskunft.bahn.de (http://reiseauskunft.bahn.de) for June 1. Just five trains with 7:46 hours :sleep:

Dresden 9.06 RE 50 > Leipzig 10.50
Leipzig 11.04 RE 13 > Magdeburg 12.44
Magdeburg 13.03 RE 20 > Uelzen 14.46
Uelzen 15.01 ME RE3 > Lüneburg 15.24
Lüneburg 15.45 RE 83 > Lübeck 16.52

Fastest connection would take 4:57 hours with three trains which would start two hours later and arrive one hour earlier but would cost €47 instead of €9.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 24, 2022, 08:36:49 AM
Quote from: Jim Easterbrook on May 23, 2022, 10:26:19 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on May 23, 2022, 09:40:41 PM
How would one theoretically get from Dresden to Lübeck using only regional trains?  :hmmm:

Slowly?

All things are relative Jim - it would still be faster than walking!!!! ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 24, 2022, 08:38:02 AM
Quote from: Hiawatha on May 23, 2022, 10:29:14 PM
Just tried on reiseauskunft.bahn.de (http://reiseauskunft.bahn.de) for June 1. Just five trains with 7:46 hours :sleep:

Dresden 9.06 RE 50 > Leipzig 10.50
Leipzig 11.04 RE 13 > Magdeburg 12.44
Magdeburg 13.03 RE 20 > Uelzen 14.46
Uelzen 15.01 ME RE3 > Lüneburg 15.24
Lüneburg 15.45 RE 83 > Lübeck 16.52

Fastest connection would take 4:57 hours with three trains which would start two hours later and arrive one hour earlier but would cost €47 instead of €9.

Absolutely superb, thank you so much. I will use this route in June and report back! :thumbsup: :beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 24, 2022, 12:17:54 PM
This would make quite a cool urban diorama!

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 24, 2022, 02:33:40 PM
A white Vectron today pulling the service to Kiel from Prague.

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And a better shot of the guide rail near the canopy supports.

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Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 24, 2022, 02:43:22 PM
In other general news:

I have secured myself a room for June/July/August here in Dresden. It is very close to Bahnhof Neustadt. It will be nice to have my own room, as currently I am still sharing a dorm at the hostel with 4 others!

Taking a moment to generally philosophise and ponder, I would like to move up the Elbe to Hamburg in September. It is becuase I already feel I have itchy feet. The fact that Hamburg has such an interesting harbour is a major selling point for me. It means I will have spent 6 months in Saxony, which is quite a good innings.





Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on May 25, 2022, 12:33:32 PM
Sounds good, Matt.

Hamburg also sounds like a very good plan. I just returned from Hamburg the other week and it's always a delight.

I always find Hamburg central station to be a point of interest.

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The CD EuroCity should look fimiliar  ;)

Also, don't forget to see Miniatur Wunderland (https://www.miniatur-wunderland.de/). Always a treat.

Best,
Michael
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on May 25, 2022, 12:46:21 PM
Seconded for Minitur Wunderland - I spent 2 days in that place. Phenomenal work and hugely enjoyable.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 25, 2022, 04:25:23 PM
Quote from: mika on May 25, 2022, 12:33:32 PM

The CD EuroCity should look fimiliar  ;)

Best,
Michael

Aaaaaaaaaaaarrrrrrrrgggghhhhhhhh a CD Eurocity!!! I see them in my sleep :smiley-laughing: :bounce:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: TrevL on May 28, 2022, 11:24:46 PM
I understand the Reeperbahn is a great place for window shopping.  ;)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on June 04, 2022, 12:23:15 PM
A Tatra T4 tram running in Dresden Neustadt today. These come out on special occasions - it may be because of the Pfingsten celebration tomorrow.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/123/7020-040622122307.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=123242)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on June 12, 2022, 02:56:18 PM
Hi all,

Scorching hot weekend here in Dresden. I recently moved into a flat share. Nice room and only a stone's throw from Bahnhof Neustadt.

I am living directly adjacent to the old goods yard area. It is a bit odd, some of the yard is still intact and well-serviced, with clean-looking and even new catenary. The line running towards the yard from the passenger station is freshly ballasted. However I have yet to see a single loco or wagon.

There's lots of evidence of old railway buildings around, mostly converted to art studios and the like. It is great to live in a railway-infused zone!

It is very sobering, however, to consider the role which this very goods station played in the holocaust deportations. I can't quite align it in my head with the positivity and niceness of this part of town.

Today I got a good shot of a tanker train around t'back of t'station.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/123/7020-120622145507.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=123423)

And some of the old infrastructure (visible from the station main road), from when the yard was in full usage.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/123/7020-120622145556.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=123424)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on June 12, 2022, 09:34:55 PM
Nice to read of your continuing adventures - hope the flat share goes alright.
Interesting infrastructure to find and look for!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on June 12, 2022, 09:42:06 PM
I thought you went to Germany to be a yoga teacher ?

You seem to be on holiday permanent ?

Nice work if you can get it  :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on June 12, 2022, 09:53:32 PM
Quote from: joe cassidy on June 12, 2022, 09:42:06 PM
I thought you went to Germany to be a yoga teacher ?

You seem to be on holiday permanent ?

Nice work if you can get it  :)

Hi Joe, thanks for asking about my yoga teaching! I have been giving my first lessons here at studios, plus teaching online. Being self-employed though, I can still walk around in the daytime and look at train things  :D

That said, I plan to do a bit of travel in a couple of weeks as I have not really used my 9 Euro ticket yet.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on June 12, 2022, 09:54:51 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on June 12, 2022, 09:34:55 PM
Nice to read of your continuing adventures - hope the flat share goes alright.
Interesting infrastructure to find and look for!

Cheers Dave, yes I am rather a big infrastructure fan, as it happens. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on June 15, 2022, 04:25:58 PM
Bit of a treat today at the Hbf! I don't believe I have ever previously seen a Ludmilla. Now I have seen two!

The Erfurter Bahnservice Loco in black has had a serious amount of Halfords-style accesories attached :D. LED lights and whatnot. Wouldn't surprise me if it had a souped-up sound system with subwoofer. :smiley-laughing:

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/123/7020-150622162751.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=123479)

Here's the CCCP manufacturer's plate.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/123/7020-150622163748.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=123480)

See her in action here:
https://erfurter-bahnservice.de/fuhrpark.html (https://erfurter-bahnservice.de/fuhrpark.html)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on June 15, 2022, 06:34:36 PM
They are impressive monsters :)  I remember standing next to one at a platform in Nuremberg many years ago, blimey it was loud and throbby!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on June 15, 2022, 07:02:19 PM
Quote from: ntpntpntp on June 15, 2022, 06:34:36 PM
They are impressive monsters :)  I remember standing next to one at a platform in Nuremberg many years ago, blimey it was loud and throbby!

Indeed, they are impressive monsters :thumbsup:. These ones were asleep at the time - let sleeping dogs lie, I say!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on June 16, 2022, 06:36:35 AM
A small Tatra tram watercolour I painted this week.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/123/7020-160622063627.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=123499)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on June 16, 2022, 08:42:55 AM
That's a great watercolour, Matt!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on June 16, 2022, 09:15:32 AM
Quote from: Dave_K on June 16, 2022, 08:42:55 AM
That's a great watercolour, Matt!

Thank you sir!

I have not done transport subjects in watercolour before, it seemed to work out ok. :angel:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on June 19, 2022, 02:13:56 PM
Hi all,

It is baking hot today - 37 degrees C no less! I believe it has also been rather warm back in Blighty.

Yoga teaching is progressing slowly but surely. I am doing work with two different studios and have had good feedback. I really want to get private clients, as that was a focal point back in the UK. I had a nice class outdoors today, on the banks of the Elbe near the city centre.

As often menitoned, I am finaly going to do some travelling about. A 9€ trip to Bavaria is happening next week. I am looking forward to reporting on the 9€ experience for distance travelling! It is a 540km trip to Sonthofen, as the crow flies more or less, going close to the Austrian border.

I will no doubt miss seeing CD Eurocities on a daily basis, I don't believe they have them down there. ;D

Toodle pip for now
Matt
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on June 19, 2022, 04:45:58 PM
37 degrees!! I would probably combust or melt in that heat!
Yoga on the river banks - sounds very relaxing.
Good luck with your 9€ travels - we look forward to your reports!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on June 20, 2022, 02:28:34 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on June 19, 2022, 04:45:58 PM
37 degrees!! I would probably combust or melt in that heat!
Yoga on the river banks - sounds very relaxing.
Good luck with your 9€ travels - we look forward to your reports!

Cheers Dave!

Yes it turns out Dresden is a bit of a cauldron so-to-speak. Gets very nippy in the winter and rather hot in the summer.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on June 20, 2022, 06:51:22 PM
Hi Matt. The BBC lunchtime news weatherman actually mentioned the weather for Dresden today. He said the heatwave had passed and it was now a more comfortable 22 degrees. :cold:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on June 29, 2022, 06:38:14 AM
Quote from: swisstrains on June 20, 2022, 06:51:22 PM
Hi Matt. The BBC lunchtime news weatherman actually mentioned the weather for Dresden today. He said the heatwave had passed and it was now a more comfortable 22 degrees. :cold:

Hi John,

Gosh yes! I've actually been down in Bavaria for the past week, not quite as hot there - on/off thunder and sunshine.

Full report to come!

:beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 01, 2022, 03:21:49 PM
Sorry about delay in the report. Covid finally caught up with me - I am utterly exhausted. :-[
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on July 01, 2022, 03:51:44 PM
Sorry to hear this Matt, take care of yourself and hope you recover quickly.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 01, 2022, 05:18:07 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on July 01, 2022, 03:51:44 PM
Sorry to hear this Matt, take care of yourself and hope you recover quickly.

Thank you Dave!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on July 02, 2022, 09:03:51 AM
Quote from: Globibahn on July 01, 2022, 03:21:49 PM
Covid finally caught up with me - I am utterly exhausted. :-[

There's a lot of it about.

Gute Besserung.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 02, 2022, 09:57:19 AM
Quote from: Jim Easterbrook on July 02, 2022, 09:03:51 AM
Quote from: Globibahn on July 01, 2022, 03:21:49 PM
Covid finally caught up with me - I am utterly exhausted. :-[

There's a lot of it about.

Gute Besserung.

Danke Jim! :beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 12, 2022, 08:53:33 PM
Finally got over the Covid, thank heavens. Really no fun at all. So here is my belated trip report. As already mentioned, the whole thing was done on the 9€ ticket, so it was a very slow journey to Sonthofen and back!

My outward journey was like this:

Dresden - Hof - Nürnberg - Augsburg - Sonthofen

It took around 8 or so hours. The most IC- like section was the dosto that travels between Nürnberg and Augsburg. It stops a lot but it is very modern and comfortable.

For some reason this (shorter!) journey was not available for the return (without involving buses). Therefore the return proceeded thusly:

Sonthofen - Augsburg (an almost one and a half hour wait here, as my train from Sonthofen arrived 30 minutes late) - Nürnberg - Leipzig - Dresden

This took 12 hours! It is my longest ever train journey thus far. In true adventurer style, I spent my long wait in Augsburg not sight-seeing but sitting in a shopping centre, eating a sandwich and admiring a large pot plant.

Interesting to note, leaving Leipzig on the line to Dresden (Leipzig-Engelsdorf to be precise) I saw what must have been almost all the remaining BR120s lined up in a siding, alongside other redundant locos. How the mighty are fallen!

I did have a super time in the Bavarian Alps. The weather was on my side and I did 2 big mountain biking rides and two big hikes. I cannot wait to return!  ;D

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-120722205059.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124136)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-120722205117.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124137)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-120722205136.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124138)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-120722205155.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124139)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-120722205212.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124140)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-120722205227.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124141)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on July 12, 2022, 09:19:18 PM
Yay! Glad you back, fit and well Matt.
Lovely photos and what a tempting spread, let alone the massive beer! Thanks for the report, always appreciated.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on July 13, 2022, 09:35:16 AM
Beautiful pics of a beautiful part of the World. Thanks Matt.
Good to hear that you're feeling fit again and ready for more adventures.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 13, 2022, 09:38:49 AM
Quote from: swisstrains on July 13, 2022, 09:35:16 AM
Beautiful pics of a beautiful part of the World. Thanks Matt.
Good to hear that you're feeling fit again and ready for more adventures.

Thank you John!

For general reference, here is the said pot plant in Augsburg. :smiley-laughing:

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-130722093839.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124147)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: TrevL on July 13, 2022, 09:40:59 AM
Nice to see a three legged cow :doh:
Just wondering, are a long lost relative of mine, guess what the "L" in my handle is.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on July 13, 2022, 09:47:50 AM
Ooooh I so want that meat 'n' cheese spread for breakfast!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 13, 2022, 09:51:01 AM
Quote from: TrevL on July 13, 2022, 09:40:59 AM
Nice to see a three legged cow :doh:
Just wondering, are a long lost relative of mine, guess what the "L" in my handle is.

Lamb! ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 13, 2022, 09:51:45 AM
Quote from: ntpntpntp on July 13, 2022, 09:47:50 AM
Ooooh I so want that meat 'n' cheese spread for breakfast!

It was extremely tasty Nick, I think you would def. enjoy it! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 13, 2022, 07:06:54 PM
Interesting, looks like that apart from the forthcoming brand new Night Jet trains, they are also upgrading some of the older stock...

https://www.nightjet.com/de/komfortkategorien/nightjet-upgrade (https://www.nightjet.com/de/komfortkategorien/nightjet-upgrade)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 18, 2022, 07:02:20 PM
Either an S1 or S2 suburban train crossing the Elbe between Bhf Neustadt and the Hauptbahnhof. S-Bahn locos can look in a bit of a sorry state in terms of paint work sometimes. Regarding dosto stock in the Dresden region, alomst all carriages are of the 1997 construction year-type (I believe). None of the flashy Twindexx here! You can see some are branded VVO (Verkehrs Verbund Oberelbe - Transport Assosciation Upper-Elbe) There are signs up in these carriages that this stock is being withdrawn for updating. I have even been in one very old dosto carriage, must one of the first of its kind. It had a more angular roof.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-180722185605.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124252)

I had some business to attend to in Pirna today and spotted these goods locos in a siding there.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-180722190138.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124253)

By the way, does anyone know exactly what type of carriages the CD Eurocity from Prague to Berlin are comprised of? They look awfully like UIC-X Eurofimas. Except the ventilation grill on the side is definitely rectangular and not lozenge-shaped. :hmmm:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Hiawatha on July 19, 2022, 12:42:50 AM
Quote from: GlobibahnBy the way, does anyone know exactly what type of carriages the CD Eurocity from Prague to Berlin are comprised of? They look awfully like UIC-X Eurofimas. Except the ventilation grill on the side is definitely rectangular and not lozenge-shaped. :hmmm:

If these are the same coaches that go between Prague and Hamburg then they are improved Eurofima successor types that the ÖBB and Austrian company SGP (Simmering–Graz–Pauker; in the meantime Siemens SGP) had developed. Resemble Eurofimas but e.g. have SGP bogies instead of Fiat. The CD bought them partly used from the ÖBB but some coaches were also built in the Czech Republic.

ASM makes the  Prague–Hamburg EuroCity coaches in N and describes them on the website:
https://as-modell.de/en/produkt-kategorie-en/n-en/czech-republic/ec176-en (https://as-modell.de/en/produkt-kategorie-en/n-en/czech-republic/ec176-en)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 19, 2022, 04:54:58 PM
Quote from: Hiawatha on July 19, 2022, 12:42:50 AM

If these are the same coaches that go between Prague and Hamburg then they are improved Eurofima successor types that the ÖBB and Austrian company SGP (Simmering–Graz–Pauker; in the meantime Siemens SGP) had developed. Resemble Eurofimas but e.g. have SGP bogies instead of Fiat. The CD bought them partly used from the ÖBB but some coaches were also built in the Czech Republic.


Brilliant, yes I am sure those are the same coaches. I wondered if they possibly had an ÖBB background - that is interesting!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 19, 2022, 06:15:10 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on July 19, 2022, 04:54:58 PM

Brilliant, yes I am sure those are the same coaches. I wondered if they possibly had an ÖBB background - that is interesting!  :thumbsup:

Ooops hang on, now I am not so sure. The models show ventilation inlets close to the doors of the coaches (i.e. at both ends). The EC carriages on the Prague-Berlin train do not have those... :hmmm:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Hiawatha on July 19, 2022, 06:44:45 PM
Maybe depending on the type or – more likely – asymmetric design?
The two Bmz 241 show the two grilles near the doors on the compartment side ...

(https://as-modell.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/195424-Bmz028.jpg)
(https://as-modell.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/195427-Bmz041.jpg)

... while the two Bmz 245 show one centre grille on the corridor side.

(https://as-modell.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/195429-Bmz023.jpg)
(https://as-modell.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/195430-Bmz018.jpg)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 20, 2022, 09:25:22 PM
Quote from: Hiawatha on July 19, 2022, 06:44:45 PM
Maybe depending on the type or – more likely – asymmetric design?
The two Bmz 241 show the two grilles near the doors on the compartment side ...


Interesting. I have definitely never seen grills near the doors. And I see the carriages almost every day from every conceivable angle!  :D

I even saw such a train this afternoon with the darker blue restaurant car right at the tail end, which always looks a bit odd.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 24, 2022, 04:24:55 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on July 20, 2022, 09:25:22 PM

Interesting. I have definitely never seen grills near the doors. And I see the carriages almost every day from every conceivable angle!  :D


I have to hang my head in shame, I was mistaken. Apologies to all - this is truly "CD Eurocity-gate". I saw a rake today and there were indeed grills by the door ends - it seems the coaches are different on each side.

:-[ :-[ :-[
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 31, 2022, 03:03:37 PM
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-310722145236.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124560)

I finally got round to aquiring myself a bike. Picked this one up second hand. It has been a slightly troubled birth though.

I like the bike a lot and it works fine at the moment (gears not the quietest in the world). However I decided to take it for a service and an upgrade to metal pedals (which was expensive). The guy pointed out damage to 2 teeth on one of the front chain rings. He mentioned it would cost 160€ to sort out, as apparently you have to change all the chain rings front and back as well as the chain.

This gave me a sinking feeling, not sure if it is worth investing that amount in a second hand bike. It also got me to thinking I should just have bought a new bike. Sorting this one out with decent tyres alone is quite a lot of money.

In the service they put a new tyre on the back, which I now know is the worst possible junk tyre brand. I then also cleaned all the gears myself, as they clearly didn't touch them.

Anyway, working on a bike seems a bit like working on a giant N gauge loco ;D, I will have to figure it out as I go. I have already tweaked with the gears to get them to be quieter, damaged though they may be!

This is an ideal city for cycling, I imagine I will use the bike daily as my main transport. I have definitely bought the right kind of bike (i.e. a city bike). On a typical ride I come across every type of surface - gravel, tarmac, big cobbles, badly tarmaced cobbles, you name it! And you do need an upright position for hazard-awareness. Cycling is largely done on the pavements and there are pedesrians and other bikes left and centre, as well as cars, buses and trams on the road of course.

Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on July 31, 2022, 04:17:27 PM
The bike looks good, I have a city bike too as I like the sit up stance to help me keep a good eye out for hazards! Is that front hub a dynamo for the light?
Bikes can cost a lot, but once initial service and tyre cost is out of the way, they normally give lengthy use before any other major maintenance is required.
Interestingly I prefer plastic pedals as metal ones can be like 'rat traps' and catch your ankles, etc.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 31, 2022, 04:44:53 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on July 31, 2022, 04:17:27 PM
The bike looks good, I have a city bike too as I like the sit up stance to help me keep a good eye out for hazards! Is that front hub a dynamo for the light?
Bikes can cost a lot, but once initial service and tyre cost is out of the way, they normally give lengthy use before any other major maintenance is required.
Interestingly I prefer plastic pedals as metal ones can be like 'rat traps' and catch your ankles, etc.

Hi Dave - LOL yes know about the metal-pedal-danger. I do just prefer the grip though.

Yes that is indeed a dynamo hub. I think the lights work - I will test them tonight to be sure.

I am quite surprised at what a bashing a city bike needs to take, I am certainly glad of the front suspension. In Germany they call this style of bike a Trekking Bike, I can see why!

Hopefully the cogs will hold out a long time. Will have to make a descision if they fail.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: NScaleNotes on July 31, 2022, 05:30:59 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on July 31, 2022, 03:03:37 PM
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-310722145236.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124560)
I like the bike a lot and it works fine at the moment (gears not the quietest in the world). However I decided to take it for a service and an upgrade to metal pedals (which was expensive). The guy pointed out damage to 2 teeth on one of the front chain rings. He mentioned it would cost 160€ to sort out, as apparently you have to change all the chain rings front and back as well as the chain.

Oofff. That seems a bit steep, what are they putting on gold plated Ultegra!?! Technically I suppose it's the right thing to do (very German ;))  but before you go down that route grab yourself a pair of pillars/adjustable spanner/vice grips and see if you can't gently coax the bent teeth back into the right position. It won't be perfect but it'll keep you on the road long enough to make a decision on whether to replace parts. It's probably where all the noise is coming from.

Also unless the chain and rear cassette is really worn there's no need to change the whole lot; if the fix above doesn't work I'd get a second opinion (maybe a good old boy who is good with bikes), you might only need someone to change that damaged front chain ring and the chain as they do stretch over time. Should be a lot cheaper than swapping everything out (£20 for a Shimano chain and big chain ring online).
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on July 31, 2022, 06:03:09 PM
Quote from: NScaleNotes on July 31, 2022, 05:30:59 PM

Oofff. That seems a bit steep, what are they putting on gold plated Ultegra!?! Technically I suppose it's the right thing to do (very German ;))  but before you go down that route grab yourself a pair of pillars/adjustable spanner/vice grips and see if you can't gently coax the bent teeth back into the right position. It won't be perfect but it'll keep you on the road long enough to make a decision on whether to replace parts. It's probably where all the noise is coming from.

Also unless the chain and rear cassette is really worn there's no need to change the whole lot; if the fix above doesn't work I'd get a second opinion (maybe a good old boy who is good with bikes), you might only need someone to change that damaged front chain ring and the chain as they do stretch over time. Should be a lot cheaper than swapping everything out (£20 for a Shimano chain and big chain ring online).

Yes I thought that sounded steep - it is only Shimano Acera. Last time I checked, they weren't using that on Tour de France bikes!! :smiley-laughing:

I did wonder about just using some pliers, will give it a shot, nothing to lose.

If this advice had come from @ntpntpntp (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=5885), he would have me soldering wires onto the chainring and then testing it with a multimeter! :smiley-laughing:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on July 31, 2022, 06:20:58 PM
Hehe - you'll be complaining about split gears next  :D

When I think of how I used to like cycling back in the 70s and 80s and go all over the place. I remember I used to take a large wooden box of N gauge stock on my back to railway club nights :)  The only thing I hated was cycling into a strong headwind, that used to get me really angry!   Sadly my bike fell into dis-use in the late 80s and was sold on once I had a car.   

In the early 00s SWMBO and I bought bikes to accompany our little-un but he was never really into cycling and we sold them on soon after, hardly used.  I can't see me ever taking it up again.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 01, 2022, 08:43:09 PM
I took my bike to another repair shop this morning - a real spit and sawdust place.

They verified I have bought a pile of junk. The entre drive train is worn out and needs replacing for 160€ to 180€. The back wheel has small cracks and is well on the way out.

The best thing to do would be to ride it to a bike shop and buy a new bike! :-[
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on August 01, 2022, 10:11:11 PM
Might be worth salvaging any good bits to transfer to a new bike. The carrier rack and dynamo hub, for example.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 02, 2022, 06:48:07 AM
Quote from: Jim Easterbrook on August 01, 2022, 10:11:11 PM
Might be worth salvaging any good bits to transfer to a new bike. The carrier rack and dynamo hub, for example.

Good point Jim, yes will salvage what I can!  :angel: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 05, 2022, 06:38:35 PM
One of the things I do miss is real Cheddar Cheese!

Funnily enough, they did sell Cathedral City at the big Kaufland Supermarket in Neustadt Sachsen. But nowhere around Dresden Neustadt seems to sell that.

Today, however, I did discover this in Lidl. It looks the right colour (often stuff sold as Cheddar has a red colour, I never even tried it of course)! This product is manufactured by 'Dale Farm' (it is not a farm, it is a massive manufacturing concern) in Ireland. They produce 'Dramona Cheddar'. Anyway, not complaining, keen to give it a try! It looks smooth, so not a very mature Cheddar, I imagine.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-050822183751.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124690)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: dannyboy on August 05, 2022, 07:53:06 PM
Quote from: Jim Easterbrook on August 01, 2022, 10:11:11 PM
Might be worth salvaging any good bits

Has it got a bell?  :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Alcazar on August 06, 2022, 03:35:37 PM
I can get "Wyke", farmhouse cheddar (young or aged), the red stuff and Wensleydale from the cheese counter, straight from the block or wheel, at my local Edeka in Lörrach - but it's very special supermarket anyway. My wife loves the Wyke (pictured and bought yesterday).

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/9432-060822153349.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124725)

Peter
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on August 06, 2022, 04:08:32 PM
@Alcazar (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=9432)   Ah yes,  Wyke Farms cheddar.  We normally buy that in Lidl, I prefer it to Cathedral City.    "wiki-cheese" as we affectionally call it :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 06, 2022, 04:35:20 PM
Quote from: Alcazar on August 06, 2022, 03:35:37 PM
I can get "Wyke", farmhouse cheddar (young or aged), the red stuff and Wensleydale from the cheese counter, straight from the block or wheel, at my local Edeka in Lörrach - but it's very special supermarket anyway. My wife loves the Wyke (pictured and bought yesterday).

Peter

That looks nice, nice and mature. OK will try to keep an eye out for it. Hope it is not hugely expensive! :-[
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 08, 2022, 01:50:14 PM
Tomorrow I will have been here in Saxony for 6 whole months, can't believe it!

One thing I always find of interest is making cultural observations. I in no way believe that Britain is better than Germany or vice versa, there is an equal measure of good and less-good things in both countries!

So disclaimer, the following is really only presented for entertainment purposes.

Observations about Germany:

1. Lids and boxes. When you buy a storage box at the hardwore superstore, the box and lid are sold as separate items. Why anybody would ever want a box with no lid completely defeats me.

2. Shirtlessness for men in public is not tollerable. The only excepetion would be some public parks, where there is an alternative vibe.

3. Drinking alcohol on the street is totally normal. Beer is always drunk from bottles. A consequence is that there is a lot of smashed bottle glass everywhere.

4. As a pedestrian, the traffic lights do not have buttons on them, they have hand sensors. Often it is hard to tell if the sensor has been activated. Coupled with very long wait times for lights to change in favour of the pedestrian, this can lead to confusion while waiting to cross safely.

5. In queues, there is a usually prevailing sense of haste and urgency. It is never possible to relax in a queueing situation.

6. Men don't kiss women as a form of greeting, unless already close friends (or family).

7. Kindergarten nannies often push sets of 6 or so toddlers around town in little rectangular cargo carts.

8. For administrative purposes, there is an office for everything, which you actually go to to speak to someone. Everything from vehicle admin to taxes.

I am sure there are plenty of things I have missed out! ;D

Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on August 08, 2022, 01:54:24 PM
Haha, that's Germany in a nutshell  :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on August 08, 2022, 01:58:05 PM
A box without a lid included? Savages! lol

I can agree with no.2 completely.

Interesting observations, thanks for sharing.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: dannyboy on August 08, 2022, 02:04:46 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on August 08, 2022, 01:50:14 PM

8. For administrative purposes, there is an office for everything, which you actually go to to speak to someone. Everything from vehicle admin to taxes.


In the spirit of the post, fancy being able to go and speak to someone in person - is this a backward or a forward step?
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 08, 2022, 02:54:07 PM
Quote from: dannyboy on August 08, 2022, 02:04:46 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on August 08, 2022, 01:50:14 PM

8. For administrative purposes, there is an office for everything, which you actually go to to speak to someone. Everything from vehicle admin to taxes.


In the spirit of the post, fancy being able to go and speak to someone in person - is this a backward or a forward step?

I assume this is more like how things once were in the UK, say in the 1960s - when the town hall was there for such purposes and things were not so much centralised. I think it is nice, as things can often be sorted out better face-to-face.

Presumably it does cost the tax payer more, to provide all these facilities. :hmmm:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 08, 2022, 02:55:48 PM
Quote from: mika on August 08, 2022, 01:54:24 PM
Haha, that's Germany in a nutshell  :D

I am sure there is plenty of material for a 2nd list! :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Hiawatha on August 08, 2022, 03:17:52 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on August 08, 2022, 01:58:05 PM
A box without a lid included? Savages! lol
What a waste to buy a complete box if only the lid got damaged! :P

And relaxing while standing in a queue? :no:

Had to look for the Kindergarten carts. Never seen them before, not even on TV. :goggleeyes:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Alcazar on August 08, 2022, 03:31:24 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on August 08, 2022, 01:50:14 PM

So disclaimer, the following is really only presented for entertainment purposes.

Observations about Germany:
1. Lids and boxes. When you buy a storage box at the hardwore superstore, the box and lid are sold as separate items. Why anybody would ever want a box with no lid completely defeats me.
2. Shirtlessness for men in public is not tollerable. The only excepetion would be some public parks, where there is an alternative vibe.
3. Drinking alcohol on the street is totally normal. Beer is always drunk from bottles. A consequence is that there is a lot of smashed bottle glass everywhere.
4. As a pedestrian, the traffic lights do not have buttons on them, they have hand sensors. Often it is hard to tell if the sensor has been activated. Coupled with very long wait times for lights to change in favour of the pedestrian, this can lead to confusion while waiting to cross safely.
5. In queues, there is a usually prevailing sense of haste and urgency. It is never possible to relax in a queueing situation.
6. Men don't kiss women as a form of greeting, unless already close friends (or family).
7. Kindergarten nannies often push sets of 6 or so toddlers around town in little rectangular cargo carts.
8. For administrative purposes, there is an office for everything, which you actually go to to speak to someone. Everything from vehicle admin to taxes.


1. Depends whether they are stackable without lids or what they are used for - I have plenty of old IKEA toy boxes where I collect paper and wine bottles before putting them in the blue paperbins or taking them to the bottle bank
2. And in the "ultra curve" at football matches
3. In student towns especially, e.g. Freiburg as well, but not everywhere
4. This is just to hoodwink the pedestrians and the disguise the fact that the traffic lights work in a set pattern
5. Queues!?
6. For first introductions, a handshake, for parties or e.g. meeting friends at restaurant, two pecks on the cheek - follow the lady for which side first! In Switzerland three pecks.
7. The "Bollerwagen" has other uses, particularly on May 1st and Father's Day, when it is used to transport crates of beer!
8. Because no-one answers the telephone at the tax office etc., especially if you have a question about the current ground tax reform. Still, there is a chat bot, which unfortunately says it is "still learning" at every question it is asked. Germany's answer to "the computer says no"?

Nice observations - have you found the Spanish restaurant in Neustadt yet?

Peter

Peter
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on August 09, 2022, 11:54:37 AM
I remember once a German colleague asked me what is the English word for the strip of metal that holds down the edge of a fitted carpet in a doorway.

I replied :

"the strip of metal that holds down the edge of a fitted carpet in a doorway".
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 09, 2022, 01:40:53 PM
Quote from: Alcazar on August 08, 2022, 03:31:24 PM


Nice observations - have you found the Spanish restaurant in Neustadt yet?

Peter

Peter

LOL good responses, I did not know those carts were called Bollerwagen. ;D

No I haven't chanced upon the restaurant yet, will have to keep an eye out!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 09, 2022, 07:43:28 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on August 05, 2022, 06:38:35 PM
One of the things I do miss is real Cheddar Cheese!

Funnily enough, they did sell Cathedral City at the big Kaufland Supermarket in Neustadt Sachsen. But nowhere around Dresden Neustadt seems to sell that.

Today, however, I did discover this in Lidl. It looks the right colour (often stuff sold as Cheddar has a red colour, I never even tried it of course)! This product is manufactured by 'Dale Farm' (it is not a farm, it is a massive manufacturing concern) in Ireland. They produce 'Dramona Cheddar'. Anyway, not complaining, keen to give it a try! It looks smooth, so not a very mature Cheddar, I imagine.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-050822183751.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124690)

It is with bitter disappointment that I have to report this alleged-"Cheddar" is a total flop.

On opening up, it looks wrong straight away. It is rubbery-smooth. Although described as medium mature, it definitely is not so. The flavour is just a generic taste, that I would describe as cheese-like.

So, on the plus side, it is definitely cheese. On the negative side, you would have to have never eaten cheddar to describe it as such.

I will move along to whatever brand I find next!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on August 09, 2022, 08:03:51 PM
I like "rubber cheese" like that on burgers and cheese-on-toast.  Not overpowering :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 09, 2022, 08:11:45 PM
Quote from: ntpntpntp on August 09, 2022, 08:03:51 PM
I like "rubber cheese" like that on burgers and cheese-on-toast.  Not overpowering :)

DHL Dispatch Notification
1 x 350g Milbona Cheddar Cheese (Opened)
24 hr guaranteed international delivery
To: Mr Nick NTPNTP
Marshwold upon Avon
United Kingdom
Customs Notification:
UK cheese import duty payable by recipient
;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on August 10, 2022, 10:02:11 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on August 09, 2022, 01:40:53 PM
I did not know those carts were called Bollerwagen. ;D

Careful, a Bollerwagen is something like this (https://duckduckgo.com/?q=bollerwagen&t=opera&iax=images&ia=images) while I think you meant those (https://www.backwinkel.de/krippenwagen-6-sitzer.html?adword=google/shopping/feed/78500/&msclkid=5bcea1b067d31f08f395c3447c69b0b0&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Shopping%20Kampagne&utm_term=4584757332407184&utm_content=Performance%20Test), right?

Best,
Michael  :sorrysign:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 11, 2022, 06:31:54 AM
Hi Mika,

LOL - although I have indeed also seen Bollerwagen being used for toddler transport, yes you are right, the Krippenwagen is what I meant.  ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 11, 2022, 12:11:14 PM
I have been on a couple of visits to the Großer Garten - The Big Garden this week. It has a very grand palace in the middle and a park railway. It doesn't seem in action at the moment though.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-110822121036.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124979)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/124/7020-110822121058.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=124980)
This loco looks cool! 8)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on August 11, 2022, 01:04:20 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on August 11, 2022, 06:31:54 AM
Hi Mika,

LOL - although I have indeed also seen Bollerwagen being used for toddler transport, yes you are right, the Krippenwagen is what I meant.  ;D

I understand that at German beer festivals they have vehicules like this to transport "tired and emotional" visitors to a drying-out tent.

Would that be a bollerwagen, a krippenwagen, or a supermarket trolley ?
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on August 11, 2022, 01:49:41 PM
Well, depends on how tired and emotional the visitors are... :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 12, 2022, 06:28:42 PM
Quote from: mika on August 11, 2022, 01:49:41 PM
Well, depends on how tired and emotional the visitors are... :D

Last time I got 'tired and emotional' was on a Greek Island after drinking un-recorded quantity of local retsina wine at a beach party (it came in plastic bottles - yes glamarous, probably not a good vintage). I seem to remember it had notes of summer rain on asphalt, with a slight nutiness and wafts of jasmine.

I could braely get out of bed the next day and it took a good 4 weeks before I could even look at a glass of wine again. :-[
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 12, 2022, 06:40:17 PM
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/125/7020-120822182948.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=125010)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/125/7020-120822190206.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=125015)

So here we have bike 2.0, freshly purchased today!

I have opted for a 7 speed hub gear setup. I understand this requires very little maintenance or adjustment, as everything is enclosed. Also with hub gears you stop peddaling to change gear. So you can roll up to red lights in top gear, stop and then go down to bottom gear whilst standing there.

Likewise, I have gone for simple V brakes to keep maintenance cheap and easy..

Tyres are Schwalbe Marathons, feel more confident having a good brand.

I decided to ditch the idea of front suspension. On an upright-posture bike like this you don't really lean forward on the handlebars as much, so it seemed better to do without. I do need to lift the bike and down stairs to the cellar, so weight was a consideration. It comes in at 16kg with the pannier rack and all, not too bad.

Anyhow, time and miles will tell if I made the right choices. 8)

Oh, and I did buy it from a small bike shop. So I have their ongoing support with any technical mishaps. Always useful!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on August 12, 2022, 08:48:18 PM
Excellent. I've long been a fan of hub gears, and have a Sachs 7-speed I built into a wheel getting on for 20 years ago. It hasn't yet had any maintenance.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 14, 2022, 05:49:17 PM
Quote from: Jim Easterbrook on August 12, 2022, 08:48:18 PM
Excellent. I've long been a fan of hub gears, and have a Sachs 7-speed I built into a wheel getting on for 20 years ago. It hasn't yet had any maintenance.

Cheers Jim, hub gears are a really good idea for non-sports cycling.

They come in higher gear numbers than seven these days also, however seven has the most even stepping between the gear range. I had a long ride around the city today and it seemed the perfect combination to me!

Tram lines are a nightmare, I nearly came off going over some tram points this morning. I will have to take extra caution in future! :-[
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on August 23, 2022, 07:31:12 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on August 14, 2022, 05:49:17 PM
Tram lines are a nightmare, I nearly came off going over some tram points this morning. I will have to take extra caution in future! :-[

Look out for the warning signs.
(https://www.tagesspiegel.de/images/heprodimagesfotos83120160627fans4_303_1_20160626133954896-jpg/13791250/2-format43.jpg)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on August 24, 2022, 12:33:33 PM
Translation :

"Beware - circus ahead"

?
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 24, 2022, 12:45:06 PM
Quote from: Jim Easterbrook on August 23, 2022, 07:31:12 PM

Look out for the warning signs.


Yes that is an exact illustration of what almost happened - I have been being very cautious since!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: weave on August 24, 2022, 01:15:51 PM
My Google Translate says it means 'rails' but other meanings underneath say 'splint' or 'put in a splint' which I thought summed it all up perfectly  :). German efficiency!

Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on August 24, 2022, 01:31:10 PM
Quote from: weave on August 24, 2022, 01:15:51 PM
My Google Translate says it means 'rails' but other meanings underneath say 'splint' or 'put in a splint' which I thought summed it all up perfectly  :). German efficiency!

I think Joe was translating the picture rather than the text. :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: weave on August 24, 2022, 01:43:04 PM
Quote from: Jim Easterbrook on August 24, 2022, 01:31:10 PM
Quote from: weave on August 24, 2022, 01:15:51 PM
My Google Translate says it means 'rails' but other meanings underneath say 'splint' or 'put in a splint' which I thought summed it all up perfectly  :). German efficiency!

I think Joe was translating the picture rather than the text. :)

Thanks Jim, yes I know, I just thought the fact it meant splint too was vaguely amusing  :no:. Ich hole meinen Mantel.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on August 24, 2022, 03:00:55 PM
Quote from: joe cassidy on August 24, 2022, 12:33:33 PM
Translation :

"Beware - circus ahead"

?

Rails + Unicycle = terrible idea!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Railwaygun on August 24, 2022, 05:31:25 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on August 24, 2022, 03:00:55 PM
Quote from: joe cassidy on August 24, 2022, 12:33:33 PM
Translation :

"Beware - circus ahead"

?

Rails + Unicycle = terrible idea!

Hatton's + Unicycle - even worse!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on August 24, 2022, 05:44:16 PM
Quote from: weave on August 24, 2022, 01:43:04 PM
Thanks Jim, yes I know

I know you know.

"Oh Charles"
"Oh Fiona"
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on September 02, 2022, 06:39:44 PM
I am in the fantastic position of living in Germany and having unlimited access to no end of Fleischmann, Trix etc.

Er...

Anyone know a good Hornby stockist in Germany, so I can do a GWR setup in my flatshare room? :smiley-laughing:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on September 02, 2022, 08:15:05 PM
DM Toys stock Dapol stuff and a few bits of Farish by the look of it.

If you insist on going 'Orribly 'Oversized I'm not sure who stocks it over there.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on September 03, 2022, 07:10:16 AM
Quote from: ntpntpntp on September 02, 2022, 08:15:05 PM
DM Toys stock Dapol stuff and a few bits of Farish by the look of it.

If you insist on going 'Orribly 'Oversized I'm not sure who stocks it over there.

I wasn't really being that serious, although the thought had crossed my mind!!! ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on September 15, 2022, 12:30:41 PM
I finally have my very own room in Germany!  :)

I moved in last week. As it was unfurnished, I got to re-decorate and I've been gradually adding furniture.

There is a laminate floor, so I can run a railway around on the floor!

My new flatmates are a nice bunch, a nurse and two engineers in the energy sector,

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/125/7020-150922122939.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=125933)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on September 15, 2022, 12:33:52 PM
I once had a thread mentioning the lack of safety barriers near tracks on the continent. Here is a local cemetry next to the main line to Leipzig from Dresden. No fence!

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/125/7020-150922123240.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=125934)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 06, 2022, 11:17:20 AM
Hi all,

I have been waving my paint brushes again.

Buckinghamshire in Autumn, acrylic on canvas 80cm x 60cm

Reference photo was taken near Beaconsfield last Autumn.


(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/126/7020-061022111714.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=126507)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: TrevL on October 06, 2022, 11:36:25 AM
Very good, although I thought Beaconsfield was inland, and not beside the "C". ;)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on October 06, 2022, 11:41:09 AM
Lovely painting Matt. :thumbsup: Hope you're not getting homesick. :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 06, 2022, 12:11:34 PM
Quote from: TrevL on October 06, 2022, 11:36:25 AM
Very good, although I thought Beaconsfield was inland, and not beside the "C". ;)

LOL - yes it is a Cee-nic painting!  ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 06, 2022, 12:12:19 PM
Quote from: swisstrains on October 06, 2022, 11:41:09 AM
Lovely painting Matt. :thumbsup: Hope you're not getting homesick. :D

Thanks John. Well maybe just a tad homesick!  ;)

I was just getting settled in this room, but I found out I need to move out again end of January. Moving is irksome, however the part of the city I am in is not really optimal for work. So it could be advantageous.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: GScaleBruce on October 06, 2022, 03:22:39 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on September 15, 2022, 12:33:52 PM
I once had a thread mentioning the lack of safety barriers near tracks on the continent. Here is a local cemetry next to the main line to Leipzig from Dresden. No fence!

I'm guessing there's not much need for a fence between a cemetery and a railway, though? Shouldn't be too many trespassers...
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 06, 2022, 05:43:32 PM
Quote from: GScaleBruce on October 06, 2022, 03:22:39 PM

I'm guessing there's not much need for a fence between a cemetery and a railway, though? Shouldn't be too many trespassers...

Now that really is gallows humour!!! ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Gordon on October 07, 2022, 12:58:30 AM
Quote from: Globibahn on September 15, 2022, 12:33:52 PM
I once had a thread mentioning the lack of safety barriers near tracks on the continent. Here is a local cemetry next to the main line to Leipzig from Dresden. No fence!


Brings to mind a thought: where is the most 'incredible' European railway line without fencing.
My candidate is a place I found with my nephew in 2015 when he was living in Munich and we had teamed up to drive to the Dresden steam festival

Northwest of Munich the main line to Augsburg is 4 track high speed completely modernised, carrying everything from heavy freight to ICE high speed trains...no fence...
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/126/704-071022005923.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=126519)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Hiawatha on October 07, 2022, 08:00:35 AM
And have you found proper cheddar yet? The British Milk Marketing Board must have a close look at your adventures as since you complained they've have begun advertising cheddar cheese on German TV.  :)

(https://www.cathedralcity.de/app/uploads/2022/07/CathedralCity_Mood_Spot_1-1400x768.jpg)

Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 10, 2022, 10:47:20 AM
Quote from: Hiawatha on October 07, 2022, 08:00:35 AM
And have you found proper cheddar yet? The British Milk Marketing Board must have a close look at your adventures as since you complained they've have begun advertising cheddar cheese on German TV.  :)


The problem is I am on a budget, so always shopping in Lidl. I may however make a dedicated trip to Kaufland, as I think they stock Cathedral City!

It has been nice autumnal weather of late. I invested in some Ortlieb panniers for my bike, they do make a massive difference, especially for loading up on supermarket shopping.

Yesterday I went on an exploration to the former Dresden docks. You can imagine how the were in their glory days, bustling with barge/ crane/ rail activity. While the shipping aspect is down to virtually nil, there is still a good amount of rail freight shunting, as the sidings are in use by Captrain. I do like the Captain livery. The locos were mainly shunting 'EAOS-ish' open-type wagons. Will no doubt return here to observe more goings-on.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/126/7020-101022104426.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=126645)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/126/7020-101022104451.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=126646)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 15, 2022, 08:04:56 AM
@ntpntpntp (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=5885) I know you were looking for a suitable small crane for moving those paving slabs for your new patio build. Would this do the job?  :smiley-laughing:

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/126/7020-151022080439.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=126771)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on October 15, 2022, 11:44:21 AM
Haha!  Way back in 2002/3 my good friend Nigel scratch-built this in N scale, it was presented to ASN for the Museo Scala Enne in Florence when we took my layout to the Stuttgart show in 2003 :D


(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/126/5885-151022113733.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=126780)


(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/126/5885-151022114103.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=126781)

We have seen evidence of the model installed on the museum layout.  I understand that sadly the museum had to close and re-locate a few years later, not sure of the current situation.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 15, 2022, 05:32:35 PM
Quote from: ntpntpntp on October 15, 2022, 11:44:21 AM

We have seen evidence of the model installed on the museum layout.  I understand that sadly the museum had to close and re-locate a few years later, not sure of the current situation.

Cool, smashing model that! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 26, 2022, 04:37:36 PM
Bought a tiny little gift for my mum - you put a tea light behind and the Dresden Frauenkirche cathedral lights up.

It cost 20€ which was fine. What was not fine was sending it, which cost a further 20€! :veryangry:

And you have to write the price of the gift on there, which seems fundamentally wrong.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-261022163657.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127052)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on October 29, 2022, 02:04:21 PM
Live footage of RhB longest passenger train!!!

https://www.blick.ch/schweiz/graubuenden/laengster-personenzug-der-welt-weltrekordversuch-der-rhaetischen-bahn-exklusiv-auf-blick-tv-id17989529.html (https://www.blick.ch/schweiz/graubuenden/laengster-personenzug-der-welt-weltrekordversuch-der-rhaetischen-bahn-exklusiv-auf-blick-tv-id17989529.html)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on November 07, 2022, 08:30:52 AM
I'm off shortly on a trip to Lübeck.

Travel to and from Dresden is by ICE, IC and Flixtrain via Berlin. Very excited about the Flixtrain component (on return journey on the Hamburg (Büchen)/ Berlin stretch).

My Mainzelmännchen will be coming along too for company. He likes marzipan so Lübeck is ideal! ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on November 07, 2022, 09:07:26 AM
Lübeck's one of my favourite places. The Schiffergesellschaft does a very good Labskaus.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on November 12, 2022, 08:06:38 AM
Just arrived back from Lübeck last night. It was a good trip but I feel totally miffed with DB/FlixTrain, for reasons given below!

I set off bright and early Tuesday morning from Dresden Neustadt. It was an ICE 1 non-stop to Berlin HB. The ICE 1 was looking very tired on the inside, with chipped paint on the window sills. However, I am very fond of them. Then I had a change in Berlin for an IC to Büchen (on the Hamburg-Berlin main line). It was a train destined for Sylt. The IC coaches looked very nice on the outside but inside they were somewhat falling apart. The seats were old and several were stuck in the reclined position. One of the carriages was totally cordoned-off due to broken AC.

At Büchen I changed for a regional train and was whisked to Lübeck. The whole journey took 5 hours.

I checked into my hostel the SchickSAAL (a word play on 'chic saloon' and 'good fortune'  :)). It was located in an alley way by the docks, which used to be Lübeck's red light district! https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clemensstra%C3%9Fe_(L%C3%BCbeck) (https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clemensstra%C3%9Fe_(L%C3%BCbeck))

The hostel was extremely good and very peaceful compared to big city hostels.

Over the next couple of days I met up a lot with my language learning partner Jannika, who lived nearby. We walked all over exploring all the many hidden courtyards and residential alley ways, which are (surprisingly) open to the public.

Yesterday on my return trip I had an unpleasant surprise due to DB. The return journey was the exact reverse of the outward journey. However the connection from Büchen to Berlin was the Hamburg-Berlin Flix train. The train arrived and it was formed of the old D-Zug type IC coaches, painted in the older FlixTrain green and black livery. I had to help some girls who couldn't pull the big heavy door open! The ride quality was very wobbly, which I found great fun. The interior was brand new and extremely smart compared to the DB IC interiors.

Now, my ticket, which I had printed it on A4, had the full return itinerary printed on it (just as for the outward trip). When the ticket collector came he said that the FlixTrain portion was not paid for, it was just a connection suggestion. I couldn't believe it! When I read the small print I could see he was right. I then had to pay 50 Euros for a FlixTrain ticket, more than what I had paid for the whole round trip (thinking it was the full price)! Aaaaarggh! :veryangry:

When making my booking, I just assumed the FlixTrain option appeared due to an integrated ticketing system. Not only I had made this misassumption, 3 seperate people in my immediate vicinity were also then charged for an additional ticket.

Anyway, it was a splendid trip and wasn't affected too much by the ticketing nonsense. The final leg from Berlin to Dresden Neustadt was by a modern generation ICE.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-121122084657.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127602)
My local station at dawn. :)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-121122080422.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127592)
Berlin HB - my DB IC to Büchen - very tired furnishing in the coaches!

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-121122080437.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127593)
Lübeck station

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-121122100737.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127603)
Walking in the park

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-121122080453.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127594)
One of the many hidden alleyways one can explore

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-121122080508.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127595)
Freshly made Marzipan

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-121122080523.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127596)
A lifting bridge

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-121122080538.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127597)
My travel companion, looking very pleased with himself as always. ;D

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-121122080551.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127598)
View from one of the church towers

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-121122080605.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127599)
My sketch of the hostel kitchen

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-121122080619.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127600)
The hostel in the former red-light district

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-121122081422.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127601)
There are some very large cranes at the docks! :goggleeyes:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on November 15, 2022, 09:48:51 PM
Interesting write up, those alleyways look so inviting to explore! Pity about the FlixTrain ticket fiasco. I always worry about my ticket not being right or some such when in Switzerland but never have an issue with it. Thanks for sharing the photos too. I could do with a language learning buddy!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on November 18, 2022, 04:09:29 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on November 15, 2022, 09:48:51 PM
Interesting write up, those alleyways look so inviting to explore! Pity about the FlixTrain ticket fiasco. I always worry about my ticket not being right or some such when in Switzerland but never have an issue with it. Thanks for sharing the photos too. I could do with a language learning buddy!

Cheers Dave, yes it is well worth a visit.

And language laerning partners are also to be recommended! :thumbsup: ;)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on November 18, 2022, 08:27:18 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on November 18, 2022, 04:09:29 PM
And language laerning partners are also to be recommended! :thumbsup: ;)

I think you also need an English one Matt. :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on November 18, 2022, 08:38:33 PM
Quote from: swisstrains on November 18, 2022, 08:27:18 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on November 18, 2022, 04:09:29 PM
And language laerning partners are also to be recommended! :thumbsup: ;)

I think you also need an English one Matt. :D

Touché!  :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on November 22, 2022, 09:07:22 AM
I think it may be that Lidl Dresden read my review of their first Cheddar attempt and have now responded by upping their game.

I found this in the cheese department today. Still produced by Dale farm in Ireland, however it is 9 months matured and has premium-ish packaging. A taste test will follow!

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/7020-221122090640.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127869)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on November 22, 2022, 05:12:04 PM
Well, I have now done the taste test. Not at all bad, I must say.

On a ranking scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being 'a non-descript, generic, cheese like substance' and 10 being 'hand made, Mendip hill, cave-aged cheddar', I would give it a 5.

Will certainly buy it again, as it is also good value.

Well done Lidl.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on November 22, 2022, 10:28:16 PM
Accidentally discovered a rather good SBB photo gallery. You can actually download images as hi res Tifs.

Some nice shots of the Wiener Walzer sleeping train 1975. And the queen also makes an appearance!

https://ba.e-pics.ethz.ch/main/galleryview/qsr=Personenwagen%20(Eisenbahn (https://ba.e-pics.ethz.ch/main/galleryview/qsr=Personenwagen%20(Eisenbahn)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127898)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on November 23, 2022, 08:52:12 AM
Thanks Matt.  :thumbsup:
Some really interesting historic photos and not just SBB. Great find.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on November 23, 2022, 12:52:47 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on November 22, 2022, 05:12:04 PM
Well, I have now done the taste test. Not at all bad, I must say.
On a ranking scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being 'a non-descript, generic, cheese like substance' and 10 being 'hand made, Mendip hill, cave-aged cheddar', I would give it a 5.
Will certainly buy it again, as it is also good value.
Well done Lidl.

This is what I come here for, in-depth cheese testing and analysis.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on November 23, 2022, 04:28:58 PM
Quote from: swisstrains on November 23, 2022, 08:52:12 AM
Thanks Matt.  :thumbsup:
Some really interesting historic photos and not just SBB. Great find.

My pleasure John. Yes there is lots to browse through that is of interest! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on November 23, 2022, 04:30:20 PM


This is what I come here for, in-depth cheese testing and analysis.  :thumbsup:
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Sourcing and evaluating cheese is an important activity! ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: ntpntpntp on November 23, 2022, 05:14:45 PM
It's one of the main reasons I've always enjoyed going to the European N Scale Convention:  The Italians seem to fill half their van with wine and cheese :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on November 30, 2022, 09:26:19 AM
Hi folks,

I recently told my mum that I'm not likely to return to the UK. She is getting fairly miserable alone in the UK and is now strongly considering a move back to her homeland of Switzerland to be near relatives.

This raises the issue of the Globibahn, the main base of which is in storage in mum's garage. I can't bring it here to Germany, that is too complicated, so I am considering letting go of it.

One thing, I can't part with the buildings, as they are too personal too me. So anyone who takes it on would need to add their own buildings.

I would also need to arrange access to my flat let, so I could extract some bits from my own loft.

Anyway, nothing is certain yet, mum has not made a definite decision at time of writing.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: weave on November 30, 2022, 09:55:12 AM
Hi Matt,

Sorry to hear you're mum is lonely but will be nice for her to go back home to Switzerland. Shame about the layout. Could she not take it with her or is that too much hassle/expense? You must have thought of that but thought I'd ask.

Hope you're well and still having a good time.

Cheers, weave  :beers:

Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on November 30, 2022, 09:58:09 AM
Quote from: weave on November 30, 2022, 09:55:12 AM
Hi Matt,

Sorry to hear you're mum is lonely but will be nice for her to go back home to Switzerland. Shame about the layout. Could she not take it with her or is that too much hassle/expense? You must have thought of that but thought I'd ask.

Hope you're well and still having a good time.

Cheers, weave  :beers:

Hi Weave,

Yes getting on well here thanks! Mum would also be making a drastic downsize to a small flat in Switzerland, so there is no possibility of her storing the layout for me.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on November 30, 2022, 10:15:23 AM
I didn't expect to read that Matt but I'm sure you have thought about it long and hard.  This country of ours is in a right state and is likely to be for quite some time so you could well be doing mum a favour if she does decide to move back to Switzerland.
You both have my best wishes for whatever happens and let's hope that Globibahn can also find a new home.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: GScaleBruce on November 30, 2022, 08:54:43 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on November 30, 2022, 09:26:19 AM
I recently told my mum that I'm not likely to return to the UK.

A bold and, I'm sure, wise decision, Matt, and one I wish I'd followed through on myself at your age. I wish you every success.

Quote from: Globibahn on November 30, 2022, 09:26:19 AM
She is getting fairly miserable alone in the UK and is now strongly considering a move back to her homeland of Switzerland to be near relatives.

A tough one, and I'm assuming advancing years are playing on her mind, but if she's feeling lonely, you're in Germany and she has relatives in Switzerland...
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on December 02, 2022, 08:22:27 AM
Quote from: GScaleBruce on November 30, 2022, 08:54:43 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on November 30, 2022, 09:26:19 AM
I recently told my mum that I'm not likely to return to the UK.

A bold and, I'm sure, wise decision, Matt, and one I wish I'd followed through on myself at your age. I wish you every success.

Quote from: Globibahn on November 30, 2022, 09:26:19 AM
She is getting fairly miserable alone in the UK and is now strongly considering a move back to her homeland of Switzerland to be near relatives.

A tough one, and I'm assuming advancing years are playing on her mind, but if she's feeling lonely, you're in Germany and she has relatives in Switzerland...

Hi Bruce,

Thank you that is kind of you to say! Work has been going well and I fit in just fine. I feel like I am growing and responding to the challenges well. When I am at home in the UK I just sort of stay the same.

Yes, mum is 77 and although basically well now, it is worth planning now what to do if she ever needs support.

Matt
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on December 18, 2022, 02:25:37 PM
A couple of new paintings recently completed.

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/128/7020-181222142317.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=128610)
The hut was photographed on my recent trip to Bavaria. Acrylic on canvas 80 cm x 40 cm

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/128/7020-181222142345.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=128611)

I took the snap of the Elbe at dusk while cycling home from giving a yoga class this Autumn.
Acrylic on canvas 120cm x 40cm

I am moving to a new room in February. It has a built in bunk bed. Perhaps I will build a railway up there? :angel:

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/128/7020-181222142513.png) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=128612)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: TrevL on December 18, 2022, 02:35:37 PM
Some serious artistic talent there Matt, I honestly thought I was looking at photographs until I blew them up and looked closely.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on December 18, 2022, 03:32:41 PM
Excellent painting Matt. You captured the shadow of the hut in the first one spot on.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: dannyboy on December 18, 2022, 06:28:53 PM
Have to agree - excellent painting Matt. When I saw the picture of the hut, I was expecting to scroll down a bit and view the painting!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on December 18, 2022, 07:42:14 PM
Great paintings, Matt. I love the Dresden view.

Cheers,
Michael
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on December 21, 2022, 03:00:13 PM
Hi all,

Thank you for the very kind comments about my paintings! Very glad that they appeal.  :) :beers:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on December 30, 2022, 08:03:58 AM
Wishing all on N Gauge Forum a sooper-dooper New Year. May 2023 be a year filled with trains and modelling for you!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on December 30, 2022, 04:06:12 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on December 30, 2022, 08:03:58 AM
Wishing all on N Gauge Forum a sooper-dooper New Year. May 2023 be a year filled with trains and modelling for you!

You too Matt, good luck with new room and sorting out your Mum's needs and help.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on February 23, 2023, 10:47:49 AM
Hi all,

Sorry for the long silence!

Been a bit mad with moving to my new room, but I have finally settled in and all is well.

I have started work on a painting involving this rail bridge (situated close by):

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/130/7020-230223104452.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=130165)

On closer inspection I noticed that the width of the steel struts is not equal on all of the triangles forming the bridge. At first I thought I was going mad!

I went to visit the bridge again and viewed it side on, revealing that this is indeed the case.


(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/130/7020-230223104645.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=130166)

So the formation looks like this:

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/130/7020-230223105007.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=130168)


Explanations on postcards to me please! :D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on February 23, 2023, 11:01:22 AM
Quote from: Dave_K on December 30, 2022, 04:06:12 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on December 30, 2022, 08:03:58 AM
Wishing all on N Gauge Forum a sooper-dooper New Year. May 2023 be a year filled with trains and modelling for you!

You too Matt, good luck with new room and sorting out your Mum's needs and help.

Cheers Dave, sorry saw this but forgot to respond! :-[
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Alcazar on February 23, 2023, 03:04:05 PM
You have a Warren truss bridge there. According to https://www.machines4u.com.au/mag/4-types-of-truss-bridges-which-is-worth-the-weight/ (https://www.machines4u.com.au/mag/4-types-of-truss-bridges-which-is-worth-the-weight/), "Because the forces move quite substantially to different members (or parts) of the bridge depending on where the load is sitting, it is important to understand the kinds of traffic your Warren truss bridge will be subject to—and to compensate with stronger members in the relevant areas."

Had an enjoyable half hour looking at videos on how to calculate the forces in truss bridges before I found that!

Peter

PS: Did you enjoy Fasching - does Dresden have it? Here we have another week - Buurefasnacht (farmer's carnival) at the weekend and next Monday at 4:00am Basel's "three most beautiful days of the year" begin.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on February 23, 2023, 05:14:38 PM
Nice to hear you're still about and moved in okay.

That bridge looks like the beams are thicker at the outside and gradually get thinner towards the middle then back out again, so each 'triangle' is a slightly different thickness. Good luck with the painting.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on February 23, 2023, 06:30:49 PM
Quote from: Alcazar on February 23, 2023, 03:04:05 PM
You have a Warren truss bridge there.


Aha, I never knew they were called as such! Good explanation too, cheers for that. You also see them inverted, if I am not mistaken, with the tracks running along the top.

There was some Fasching activity but it didn't seem to be that huge of a deal hear in Dresden. I understand it is to drive away the spirits of winter. A good idea in principle!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on February 23, 2023, 06:35:29 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on February 23, 2023, 05:14:38 PM
Nice to hear you're still about and moved in okay.

That bridge looks like the beams are thicker at the outside and gradually get thinner towards the middle then back out again, so each 'triangle' is a slightly different thickness. Good luck with the painting.

Thanks Dave. Yes I think you are spot on there!

I am really fond of my new room. Here it is:

Viewed from up on the "high bed".
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/130/7020-230223183429.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=130191)

And my desk with a couple of my latest paintings of the Elbe:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/130/7020-230223183514.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=130192)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 22, 2023, 11:58:08 AM
I am delighted to be back in Blighty for a couple of weeks, visiting mum.

Things I am most please about are unpreccedented access to high quality cheddar cheese. I had always taken this for granted.

And this month's 'Today's Railways' is superb with the article on the RE460. There is just no magazine in Germany as good IMO.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on March 22, 2023, 05:46:51 PM
I hope your trip back is a pleasant one Matt, with plenty of cheese opportunities.
You've peaked my curiosity, I must hunt out a copy of 'Today's Railways' now!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 22, 2023, 07:38:38 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on March 22, 2023, 05:46:51 PM
I hope your trip back is a pleasant one Matt, with plenty of cheese opportunities.
You've peaked my curiosity, I must hunt out a copy of 'Today's Railways' now!

Thank you Dave! I am also keen to initiate my German friends into the secrets of Cheddar cheese.

Enjoy the magazine, you definitely wil not regret it! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on March 22, 2023, 08:34:18 PM
Don't forget the Branston pickle  :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on March 25, 2023, 09:22:07 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on March 22, 2023, 11:58:08 AM
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And this month's 'Today's Railways' is superb with the article on the RE460. There is just no magazine in Germany as good IMO.

Hi Matt. The April edition came through the door this morning with part 2 of the Re 460 article. Something for you to take back to Germany. Hope you are enjoying your visit.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on March 26, 2023, 08:17:07 AM
Quote from: swisstrains on March 25, 2023, 09:22:07 PM

Hi Matt. The April edition came through the door this morning with part 2 of the Re 460 article. Something for you to take back to Germany. Hope you are enjoying your visit.

Hi John,

Fantastic, will have to pop out and get that! It is one of the best loco features I have ever read.

I got all my locos out yesterday and gave them a whizz about on the test track. It does not seem to have affected them being in store for a year. Hopefully it did them good to stretch their legs.

Cheers
Matt

Ps. pity the weather is so dire. And accordingly I have had a bad cold, only just getting better. :-[
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 11, 2023, 07:58:28 PM
Finally got the bridge painting done! :claphappy:
80cm x 40cm acrylic on canvas

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/131/7020-110423195757.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=131459)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/131/7020-110423195817.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=131460)

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/131/7020-110423200429.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=131462)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on April 12, 2023, 12:53:03 PM
That looks excellent Matt, well done sir!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 14, 2023, 12:11:31 PM
Quote from: Dave_K on April 12, 2023, 12:53:03 PM
That looks excellent Matt, well done sir!

Thank you Dave, most kind of you!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 29, 2023, 07:16:23 PM
I ran into a couple of steam locos down at Dresden HB a couple of weeks ago. I took some photos, so thought I would have a go at doing a painting of the buffer beam of DR 03 001.

Got the drawing out on the canvas finished today. Hope I can do her justice!

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/131/7020-290423191448.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=131933)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on April 29, 2023, 08:36:57 PM
Matt, your drawings are not bad for a yoga teacher  :)

Do you not feel tempted to design a loco or two for your friends on here via crowdfunding ?

I would participate for a steam loco.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: swisstrains on April 29, 2023, 08:38:34 PM
Look forward to seeing the finished article Matt. There's certainly plenty of detail to test your skills. ;D
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on April 29, 2023, 09:08:45 PM
Looking forward to the progress with this one - always good to have a challenge, take your time and keep us up to date!
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on April 30, 2023, 07:55:33 AM
Thanks chaps, yes shall work on it steadily, will be a challenge! :thumbsup: :angel:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 14, 2023, 08:04:58 PM
These fellas do a good job of cycling down the Gotthard pass, reaching 55 mph at one point! :goggleeyes:

And they cycle past the railway in Airolo at the end.



Cycling in those tunnels like the one at the start is really not pleasant, I have done it once, albeit somewhat slower  :-[

The Furka pass video is not quite as fast but very heavenly:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Jim Easterbrook on May 14, 2023, 09:48:17 PM
Rather them than me! I don't fancy fast descents with hairpin bends (and oncoming traffic). I did once hit 38 mph on the gentle downhill route home from work though, to the astonishment of a white van passenger who shouted "40 mph!?" as it overtook.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on May 15, 2023, 01:28:05 PM
I did a video of me driving up the Furka Pass some years ago!
Do like the passes for a good drive - often find mad cyclists/motorcyclists :)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 25, 2023, 11:45:16 AM
Well, I did heed advice and took my time on this one - about a month in total, if I 'm not mistaken!

So here is the buffer beam of DR 03 001.

I wonder what type of lighting would have been in the lamps before they were converted to electric bulbs?

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/132/7020-250523114331.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=132620)


(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/132/7020-250523114350.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=132621)


(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/132/7020-250523114407.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=132622)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Moonglum on May 25, 2023, 01:00:40 PM
Superb! Acrylics again?

Cheers,

Tim
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Ali Smith on May 25, 2023, 01:16:27 PM
Excellent work
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: dannyboy on May 25, 2023, 01:39:27 PM
You have certainly captured the detail.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Dave_K on May 25, 2023, 04:35:56 PM
Very nice indeed, Matt. Excellent work.

I presume it would have been oil lamps before electric.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 25, 2023, 06:08:22 PM
Quote from: dannyboy on May 25, 2023, 01:39:27 PM
You have certainly captured the detail.  :thumbsup:

Thank you for the comments folks! :thumbsup:

Forget to say, it is acrylic on canvas, 50 cm x 100cm

Cheers
Matt
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: joe cassidy on May 26, 2023, 11:31:36 AM
Very impressive Matt.

Did you draw it first in pencil before the actual painting ?
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on May 26, 2023, 12:12:36 PM
Quote from: joe cassidy on May 26, 2023, 11:31:36 AM
Very impressive Matt.

Did you draw it first in pencil before the actual painting ?

Hi Joe,

Yes, that's exactly how I do it. Here it was at an early stage....

(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/132/7020-260523121226.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=132637)
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: mika on May 27, 2023, 04:39:25 PM
Quote from: Globibahn on May 25, 2023, 11:45:16 AM
I wonder what type of lighting would have been in the lamps before they were converted to electric bulbs?

According to Weisbrod/Obermayer (2006:28)* the 03s had electric lighting from new.

The painting looks great, Matt  :thumbsup:

Best
Michael

*Weisbrod, Manfred and Horst J. Obermayer. 2006. Baureihe 03. Stuttgart: Transpress Verlag.
Title: Re: The Adventures of Globibahn
Post by: Globibahn on June 02, 2023, 12:53:49 PM
Thank you Mika!

That is interesting, I just assumed steam = no electrics. :-[