07-12-2011, 11:20 AM
Les that's beautiful trackage.
If I were building a bigger layout, I would go with flextrack for compound and easment curves and for the plain economy of using it.
However, I'm building a very small layout where every piece of track counts, being able to figure out measurements makes it easier for me. Since I'm running 18 inch curves (dictated by the minimum radius of the locomotives, not the track manufacturer), it's also easier to align curves with other track. I'm not saying that it can't be done, I'm just saying that it's easier for me. I'm trying to enjoy my hobby.
If I were building a bigger layout, I would go with flextrack for compound and easment curves and for the plain economy of using it.
However, I'm building a very small layout where every piece of track counts, being able to figure out measurements makes it easier for me. Since I'm running 18 inch curves (dictated by the minimum radius of the locomotives, not the track manufacturer), it's also easier to align curves with other track. I'm not saying that it can't be done, I'm just saying that it's easier for me. I'm trying to enjoy my hobby.
Mike Kieran
Port Able Lines
" If the world were perfect, it wouldn't be " - Yogi Berra.
Port Able Lines
" If the world were perfect, it wouldn't be " - Yogi Berra.