Ben,
I second what you say about the state of Atlas. A very large percentage of my motive power and rolling stock is of the Atlas brand, albeit of earlier years production. I always look with anticipation at their new announcements to see if there is something that will fit my layout operations. I will even purchase Atlas products for the basis of redecorating into my layout used road names. Ever since the passing of Jim Weaver, it has been a real downer to go to the Atlas booth at either York or the Big E and speak with anyone. Jarad at least has some personality but he does not come across as a passionate "train guy" to me. I like to think that I can "somewhat" understand the "lack of more new products" given the economy and state of affairs in the manufacturing capitals but Atlas O at this point in time is a "wet noodle".
