For those of you who have a 1/2 hour to kill here's a video of our fun filled day this past Saturday.
The Amtrak set is mine, a PS1 loco and cars from 1999. 1st time all 7 cars have all been on a layout together. I was too excited to get them on the rail I didn't take all the foam out. 
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Nice video. Not completely thru it yet but what a layout.
For those of you who have a 1/2 hour to kill here's a video of our fun filled day this past Saturday.
The Amtrak set is mine, a PS1 loco and cars from 1999. 1st time all 7 cars have all been on a layout together. I was too excited to get them on the rail I didn't take all the foam out.
Great outdoor layout, Roman. Looks like a lot of fun. What part of the country is it in?
Art
Very nice video! That's one fine looking outdoor 3-rail layout...darn sturdy-looking, too! I like that it's above ground level. Would make an excellent (and different) article for OGR if anyone's interested in doing it.
Thanks for posting, Roman. How has the track been holding up over the years? Looks like Ken has it screwed down to pressure-treated lumber.
Roman, Great video of a great outdoor layout.
Thanks,
Alex
That is a very impressive video of an impressive outdoor layout. I like the raised platforms for the track, very sturdy and it is nice to not be looking down too far. The trains were great too. I liked the 844 best.
Allan
I think Ken would really enjoy being in OGR. I'll mention it to him. His baggage cart layout was featured in CTT in the late 90's.
Andrew
No natural weathering but many pine needles when we get a good gust.
Matt
The track is all Atlas and has held up very well, the switches are another thing. Same 'ol story with Atlas switches, a few had to be replaced. The main part of the layout was built a good 10 years ago, replaced pieces here and there.
The large yard area is the newest section, maybe a couple years old. All the supports are cemented in and the layout base is redwood. Ken is very skilled at woodworking and has done a fantastic job on this setup.
Just add to the fun, last year he installed this signal, with bells. It's hooked up to an infrared sensor at the backyard entrance. Lucky the power can be shut off though. 
Roman, Thanks for posting this. What an awesome outdoor layout. Sure makes one want to build & outdoor layout in O gauge. Is it DCS/Legacy??? Tom
Allan
I think Ken would really enjoy being in OGR. I'll mention it to him. His baggage cart layout was featured in CTT in the late 90's.
Thanks Roman! Have him (or you) fire off an e-mail to me if he's interested and I'll send him the scoop on what is needed. Would be great to have an outdoor layout--or even more than one--featured in one of our early summer issues. That might be just the ticket for getting more folks to give it a try.
BetaNuSigmaPhi,
I enjoyed your outdoor videos. Using FlexTrack or Fastrak is pretty neat just laid out on the grass. The ones in both countries on the patios offer a solid foundation and I liked your grain elevators and utility poles offering some scale scenery. Having very little room indoors and very little time to build a layout right now, I have reverted to setting up a small loop of track on the picnic table. I could put it on my patio as well, but it is only 12x12.
What base did you put under your Olive Garden track? Saying the weather is like California makes me think you wouldn't have a problem with freezing and thawing like we do here in Pennsylvania.
Do you have an indoor layout too?
Thank you for the videos.
Allan, will talk to Ken this weekend and give him your info. I've mentioned it in passing about sending something in for an article.
The system is TMCC/Legacy. He's a Lionel guy although the runners with MTH are constantly hounding him to add DCS. I'd say the base is raised approx 40". He recently installed an old SP semiphore on the other side of his backyard from where the crossbucks are.
We have done a handful summer evening runs with all passenger equipment running which is quite a site.
BetaNuSigmaPhi,
I enjoyed your outdoor videos. Using FlexTrack or Fastrak is pretty neat just laid out on the grass. The ones in both countries on the patios offer a solid foundation and I liked your grain elevators and utility poles offering some scale scenery. Having very little room indoors and very little time to build a layout right now, I have reverted to setting up a small loop of track on the picnic table. I could put it on my patio as well, but it is only 12x12.
What base did you put under your Olive Garden track? Saying the weather is like California makes me think you wouldn't have a problem with freezing and thawing like we do here in Pennsylvania.
Do you have an indoor layout too?
Thank you for the videos.
Outdoor I used temporarily RealTrax with plastic trackbed, ScaleTrax or Atlas 3-Raul tracks is the best material for the garden, but you need a good and insulated foundation under the trackbed.
Not to recommend tubular Track material especially in coastal regions due to salty humidity. It doesn't matter, Pennsylvania or Polynesia, if you love outdoor railroading, you just do it at least during the dry season. I run also indoor in my basement, in expositions and in our club premises, please, look the videos in my/our channel...
BetaNuSigmaPhi,
I enjoyed your outdoor videos. Using FlexTrack or Fastrak is pretty neat just laid out on the grass. The ones in both countries on the patios offer a solid foundation and I liked your grain elevators and utility poles offering some scale scenery. Having very little room indoors and very little time to build a layout right now, I have reverted to setting up a small loop of track on the picnic table. I could put it on my patio as well, but it is only 12x12.
What base did you put under your Olive Garden track? Saying the weather is like California makes me think you wouldn't have a problem with freezing and thawing like we do here in Pennsylvania.
Do you have an indoor layout too?
Thank you for the videos.
Outdoor I used temporarily RealTrax with plastic trackbed, ScaleTrax or Atlas 3-Raul tracks is the best material for the garden, but you need a good and insulated foundation under the trackbed.
Not to recommend tubular Track material especially in coastal regions due to salty humidity. It doesn't matter, Pennsylvania or Polynesia, if you love outdoor railroading, you just do it at least during the dry season. I run also indoor in my basement, in expositions and in our club premises, please, look the videos in my/our channel...
BetaNuSigmaPhi,
Yes very good comment, run outdoors during the dry season no matter where you are. Thank you
Very impressive modular layout with lots of action.
Hey Ro,
Nice video there. So... is this what you Westie guys do almost year round running trains outdoors? We can do this for about 8 to 9 months a year here in NJ.
Here my latest video from our backyard...
Thank you for posting another video. Lots of action on your outdoor layout!
That's a really nice outdoor layout and it perfect for running long consists. I for sure would be interested in trying out an outdoor layout someday....course I need to acquire some property first.
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