All I was saying, 2 rail has done DCC for years now, there are decoders on the market that can run our trains. One could always replace the electronics with a simple reverse board and run for years. I like command control, that's why I have DCS and Legacy on my layout. If the time comes that my favorite engines can no longer run in command control I myself would convert over to DCC so I could continue running in command. My engine stable is on the small size, and the Tsunami2 4 amp decoder cost just under a cruise commander/railsounds upgrade combo, takes up less space, with full sounds built in. It also works with whoever's DCC system I decide to use. I can then also use the same to run the garden G scale when I build that for the CFO. If I will have to buy someone's new command system to run any new trains I buy, I might as well buy one that is an industry standard, pick up used conventional engines at reduced prices compared to new legacy or DCS or whatever system they come up with next to replace those with, install a decoder and have fun playing with my trains. I'm old enough now that looking 20 years in the future is not the problem, I won't be here then. The problem is the next 10 years or so. If I can continue to run what I have, fine. If it all breaks down with no repair parts, then a change is in order. It will probably all go in the dumpster when I'm gone anyways. Either way I will have to decide what to do before I go onto a fixed income and money then becomes the most important part of the equation. It's a hobby, enjoy it while you can, it's not the end of all things, there are options out there now, and will be in the future as well.
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