Hi all,

I'm new here, still in the planning stage.

So far I've decided scale (N, of course), type of layout (shunting puzzle), track (Kato Unitrack), and DCC (but I will ask about details of DCC in a separate post).

Right now I'm looking for feedback on my track plan. I want to use T-Trak modules. While of course the triple module is perfect for an Inglenook, if I can use a double module it will be better space wise.

I am aware I'll be restricting myself using a small loco like NGS Hunslet Shunter and short wagons.

Feedback welcome - don't worry if it's harsh feedback, I know I'm not starting with a starter set so perhaps I deserve it!


PDF of plan done in SCARM attached.

Hi all, I'm new, not even bought anything yet still in the planning stage.

Mostly for space reason, I was considering N or Z or even T. But in UK I can't ignore the lack of Z or the singular T source.

Also deeper in my research I decided I like the shunting operations like Inglenook puzzle more than accurate depiction of prototype, that settled me on N, just the sheer amount of resources plus I live within 10 minutes drive of Rails of Sheffield.

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'Twas indeed the Empire Pool, Tim

I first saw Hawkwind on the "Space Ritual" Tour at The Sundown Edmonton (North London) on 29 December 1972. If you (Mick @Newportnobby ) saw them on the same tour it was probably at The Empire Pool Wembley on 27 May 1973?

Cheers,

Tim 

I saw the 'Space Ritual' at Wembley sometime in the 70s.

Maybe the weather here (dull, cold and wet) has pushed me into listening to some blues this morning. The likes of Jeff Healey (seen at Nottingham), Steve Ray Vaughn (never seen) and Steve Marriott (seen at Northampton) have featured along with, of course............

Hawkwind played at the University of Strathclyde Students' Union during the late 1970s and early 1980s, a period when the venue was a notable hub for rock and punk in Glasgow.

My second home 1977 to 1981

Venue Context: The Strathclyde Union, specifically its old John Street location, was known for hosting top bands in the mid-to-late 70s and early 80s, including Hawkwind, The Ramones, and Talking Heads.

Performance Vibe: Mentions of Hawkwind at the Union often recall it as a high-energy, typical "space rock" experience, occasionally supported by members like Nik Turner.

Era: The gig is frequently mentioned in the same context as late 70s/early 80s gigs by other artists like Motörhead (circa 1980) and Ramones (1977).

I never tire of hearing this Hawkwind track. Superb bass courtesy of the late, great Lemmy and metronomic drumming/fills by Simon King

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Harrumph. Lucky you! Still waiting for Rails to ship mine... (although they have actually shipped my hoppers )

 

What's more is that, having trained my relatives to get me vouchers for Christmas and birthdays, it only cost me £56

Now you are really making me grumpy.... I will be off to the Unhappy thread if you keep this up! Anyway I have now written to Rails...

And Yaaay! @Newportnobby - Rails has taken the money so pretty soon it will be on its way!

I received an email yesterday, and have just claimed the club's listing. I also added our annual exhibition, but found some of the category heading a bit odd. All seems to be working fine so far; I guess it will take some getting used to after using the original site for so long.
With best wishes to Bob and his team.