Thanks to you both for your prompt replys!
I checked the links provided and found that yes in fact you can purchase both easily online. I also found a forum topic here (Good Track Bad Track) where someone laid an Atlas and Scale Trax side by side for comparison. While the ties on the Scale Trax seem to far apart in the picture the brief videos of the Black Diamond show that the Scale Trax looks very realistic on a layout. I also read that the Atlas Flex track is not as flexible as the Scale Trax. I have ordered the Black Diamond DVD's and look forward to seeing how this all works out. The Black Diamond layout uses Scale Trax and I was very inpressed with how realistic it all looked.
Dave,
Thanks for the information on the TCA meet in York. I am reviewing the TCA webpage to see what is involved with joining and I am impressed with the benefits that are offered. Is this organization something that a raw novice such as myself should even consider joining or is it meant more for the serious train collectors? My desire is to set up an O gauge layout that is realistic and fun to operate. My wife is interested in the scenic portion of this as she enjoys creating, painting and such. We are looking forward to starting the project!
Thanks again for your responses!
dpg
Dave Gardner
