GAUGE THE ISSUE: The 2010s Reviewed

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[@SecondValveSteam]

7:43 - Teddy, the little engine with a big presence.

[@mattchandler2380]

Chris: "what ever you call 15" gauge" Me: small

[@rhodesianwojak2095]

lol

[@tomcast7829]

Ha

[@redstoneactivator3389]

toy

[@wumbosponge]

Smol

[@ayeshafenner7180]

Very small.

[@tobyLikesTrains06]

Chris: this is probably the biggest thing the new decade will have been to deal with Corona: hold my beer

[@MilkDrinker218]

“Britannia returned to the mainline” *shows footage of her excessively wheelslipping* Seems about right

[@JRS06]

You were lucky to have all this happen before COVID came along, and I hope more great steam events happen in the decade to come. Fingers crossed for another big NRM gala or a Tifield Thunderbolt reenactment for it's 70th anniversary.

[@NWR1991]

As an Australian, the highlight for me from the past decade would have to be the steam test of 3801. It was the first time since 2007 when the engine had last steamed and seeing that for the first time brought a lot of great hope and happiness for the new decade, which did since its now back at Thirlmere for another few trials, crew training and repainting. So I’m very excited to see it for the first time since ‘07.

[@jsma9999]

NWR1991 thank for info.

[@harrypenn611]

0 ok k

[@DarkLordSauron100]

As an Australian, one of the biggest highlights for me was when former Victorian Railways A2 Class engine A2 986 was restored for mainline running in 2015. Was the first time since around about the 60's that an A2 Class engine had run at all, after A2s served as passenger engines for about 40 years. Also, Victorian Goldfields Railway got a government grant to build their new depot at Castlemaine.

[@Spud607]

At least you guys got a few to look at. The most numerous Irish Gauge steam locomotives in preservation arn't even Irish. There most numerous Irish gauge locomotives that are actually in Ireland are no more than two classes with 2 members left. One of those classes had 111 members at one point. The most numerous locomotive of any class ever to run in Ireland.

[@warragulbogan]

I saw it on its first or second outing at warragul in 2016

[@Foxttellio]

Oo goodie good, as a fellow australian, may i just mention almost every queensland narrow gauge steam locomotive are just a masterpiece to look at? I have also ridden on multiple trains pulled by members of the C17 class.

[@warrenlehmkuhleii8472]

The good: Another American (myself) got addicted to UK rail preservation. The bad: I do not have enough money to travel across the pond to see these locos.

[@Delree]

Right bach atcha, I'd love to see the Big Boy in steam with my own eyes

[@HoyeGraphics]

One thing I'll say about this is, if you really wanna do it, but on a budget - Book NYC to UK flight, usually $400 well in advance, then book from your location to NYC and you might save like $500 this way. Just a bit of extra planning, but big $$$ savings. IMO

[@yelloweyeball]

There's the Wales West light railway in Alabama that pretends to be a welsh narrow guage railway. Still, yeah it's not the same thing.

[@Marco-xz9sc]

Same

[@alexfogg381]

You are not the only one. Love British railway preservation, and I don't have enough money to do so.

[@jameshardy4354]

You forgot 2019 the first Pacer gets scrapped 😆😆😆😆😆

[@Merchello]

I don’t think you realise that Chris doesn’t care for diesels or electrics

[@aidenteszke9000]

​@@Merchelloteapot

[@Merchello]

@@aidenteszke9000 what?

[@StepneyStudios2011]

@@Merchellohe has an ongoing joke on hating the pacers

[@TravisSenior]

Hey Chris two questions, firstly how did you get interested in steam locomotives, and secondly, has your top 10 engines changed since your last video talking about your top 10. Also, have a spitfire on us Chris, never stop being awesome.

[@aidanstrand4864]

Hey Chris, what has been your favourite or most interesting GTI episode to make?

[@c.h.s9022]

1. Saw the Union Pacific 844 on its tour supporting the company’s 150th Birthday 1. Visited the Sierra Railway for the first time.

[@tsrail9244]

Definitely a highlight for Victoria (Australia) was the first Mainline run of A2 Class loco A2 986 after a 32 year long restoration in May 2017.

[@alexfisher5475]

Hey Chris, of all the new build projects currently underway and of those that are now up and running (e.g. Tornado and Lady of Legend) which one of them interests you the most and why? Five of my railway highlights of the decade... 1) The Great Gathering 2) The Bluebell reopening to East Grinstead 3) Seeing the return to service of Flying Scotsman, Clun Castle, S15 506, Duchess of Sutherland & 75069 4) Driving Tornado in 2018 5) Going to Germany in 2016, Italy in 2017 and Sweden in 2018 as a participant of the European youth camp Fedecrail.

[@_KaiTheGamer_]

Favourites of the decade in terms of local news would be seeing so many big names in American steam power coming back into service(Pere Marquette No. 1225, Norfolk and Western J Class No. 611, Union Pacific 4-8-8-4 Big Boy[and even the Challenger], and the Southern Pacific Daylight steamer come to mind) and also(surprisingly) old diesels such as basically any EMD diesel locomotive made before the 70s running again, operating excursion trains and whatnot. Moving across the pond I am *so glad* that the Caledonian Railway got 0-6-0 No. 828 and 4-4-0 No. 419 running again. Seeing Gresley's last remaining A4 Pacifics operate again was absolutely legendary and I wish I was able to see it in person(unfortunately I was somewhat young when that happened and I don't think my parents would've liked the idea of crossing the ocean just to see some streamlined steam locomotives operate again. I don't have an issue with that but hey I've always been a weirdo.) Hopefully the New '20s bring us some more awesome memories!

[@joshuasutherland6692]

I got back into trains after highschool and started volunteering at the Illinois Railway Museum in 2017, and went on to become the VP of the Iowa State University RR Club. I've made a lot of connections and friends through my interest in the RR preservation community that I hope will last awhile, and while at the Illinois Railway Museum I've been part of the team working to restore the pioneering 1940s streamlined EMU Electroliner 801-802 to operating service. Great work as always Chris! You're making preservationists across the pond jealous of the quality of your content, not kidding. I saw people asking for a quality video like this for US preservation pop up as I was watching this.

[@Spud607]

You better get into filming then bro! 😂😂😂 Wish i could say tge same for Ireland. If i were to do what chris does in Ireland, everthing Irish gauge bar 2 episodes would be sole slips and about 1 or 2 series' out of narrow gauge engines :,(

[@WesternOhioInterurbanHistory]

Chris: Calls Flying Scotsman a "she" Thomas fans: *triggered*

[@markwest5674]

Speaking as an American (which I am by birth), the highlight of the past 10 years was, of course, the restoration and operation of Union Pacific's #4014 (the Big Boy), of which several videos can be found on KZbin, as well as the restoration and operation of N&W #611.

[@upwellonwards7373]

Hey Chris loved the video and for me the best railway news was the restart of one of the most original preserved lines in NZ the Kingston Fllyer

[@rydermike33]

Excellent 'Issue' Chris, many thanks. My highlight was the return to steam of Bahamas in 2019. A wonderful locomotive I saw, before restoration, at York earlier in the decade.

[@DarkLordSauron100]

Oh, and also, the Puffing Billy Railway restored a South African Class NG G16 Garratt to service in December, re-gauging it from 610 mm gauge to 762 mm gauge. And the Yarra Valley Railway got a government grant to extend their railway to Yarra Glen.

[@hughmunford7297]

Hey Chris, First of all, congrats on 3 years of Gauge The Issue - I’ve always really enjoyed this segment and it’s been great to see it flourish the way it has, thanks in no small part to your hard work and dedication. I just had two or three small questions for your upcoming Q&A Session: 1) What has been your favourite class to review so far for SLIPS? I don’t necessarily mean your favourite locomotive, but the one that perhaps you found the most satisfying to complete and put together. 2) Have there been any classes that you have reviewed (either SLIPs or Sole SLIPs) where your option of the engine/class has changed over time, such as maybe not liking at first but afterwards having more of an appreciation for them? 3) Are there any events in the railway preservation circle that you are looking forward to this coming decade, such as new builds or returns to steam? Mine so far has probably been seeing 3801 back in steam and at Thirlmere Rail Museum, which is right near my home town. All the best going forward for this decade, and don’t ever stop being awesome!

[@parkerproductions4546]

For me, the 2010s brought about my volunteering at my local steam heritage railway. 2012 was my first introduction, but was halted for a number of years due to personal reasons. However, 2019 brought me back on track and I couldn't be happier being a volunteer in Carriage & Wagon. I've made a new friend through it too which has been the icing on the cake. On a side note, I'm surprised you didn't mention that "Buffer Bashing" video (where a steam loco tried to run round its train but couldn't stop before it hit the buffers and surged forward) or the Union of SA one at the East Lancs railway at the end of 2019? Haha ah well, I guess you did prewarn us that not everything will be covered haha :P An excellent video Chris. Enjoyed watching back the decade and seeing how much had happened to where we are now. :)

[@Middlesbrough250]

The return of 2 Gresley A4s, from crossing the Atlantic.

[@Mark240]

good to see you back on a more positive note since the last GTi

[@MDHGames]

Hey Chris, what are your most memorable steam locomotive childhood memories? Apologies for any bad grammar, it's not my strongest area.

[@warrenlehmkuhleii8472]

MDHGames Do not feel bad mate, I failed spelling every year of my school carrier, expect for 8th grade.

[@bussesandtrains1218]

No issues mate

[@jackmarshallD9525]

Thank you for mentioning the EVR Chris, much appreciated by us all there.

[@twofacedtwitproductions6154]

'Hey Chris, what do you think of the likelihood of 'bio coal' or other eco friendly methods of powering steam engines taking effect anytime in the next decade or future? Do you think that steam engines being relegated to completely static condition will decrease interest in the passion for railway enthusiasm?' I think my railway highlight of the decade has been developing a greater interest in my favourite railways, such as the Severn Valley Railway or the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway - and gaining an appreciation for them not just on my own merits, but sharing my love of railways with other friends and acquaintances at meetup events. I very much hope to carry that on this decade.

[@thestargateking]

There were 3 things that happened in Queensland Australia in the 10’s that would’ve been worth mentioning, the first was the Mary Valley rattler running again in late 2018 after the railway closed in 2012, and the other events was the mainline heritage runs in Queensland with a steam locomotive running from Brisbane to Cairns and Mareeba and back, which is a journey longer than lands end to John o’ groats, this event was the queenslandrail 150 years celebration, (which was a sequel to the 140 celebration in where the train only went from Brisbane to cairns and Kuranda) which had steam locomotive A10 number 6, the oldest workable steam locomotive in Queensland, built in 1865, running from the railway workshops in Ipswich to grandchester, taking the route of the first rail line in Queensland. This happened in 2015.

[@bobbertcanuck1935]

A thing from america that I've been following: the PRR T1 Trust is building a new 4-4-4-4 T1 locomotive. They started around 2014 and once it's completed (2030 is the current prediction) they plan to go for the steam speed record, they think they can beat Mallard's 126 mph. Other than that though, I'm rooting for you. Been a fan of your content for a while now and it always sucks when a creator you follow has to deal with bullshit. Hope you pull through alright.

[@ToledoRails]

To add to the American News: Norfolk Southern’s brief return of steam in the form of, “21st Century Steam” from late 2011-2016 was something railfans never thought would happen again, much less 611 returning!

[@TweetsieRailroader]

The Highlights for me were the return of GSMR 1702, The Return of the Union Pacific Big Boy 4014, the return of Norfolk & Western 611, and Tweetsie Railroad's 60th Season.

[@JordysRailVideos]

November 12th, 2016 was the first time in 12 years since the Victorian Railways Tait Suburban carriages came out of Newport Workshops for a Level Crossing Removal event and in 2017, VR A2 class Steam Loco #986 did its first preservation charter since being completed in either 2015 or 2016 after 30 years of restoration

[@liamhiley3758]

The highlights of the decade for me was 6029, 3526 and 3265 returning to steam (2014, early and late 2018) 150 years anniversary of the NSW Railway the restoration of 3001 starting and 3801 passing steam and mainline tests. If you didn’t guess these are from NSW in Australia

[@RailwayProductions-nd3tx]

"Hey Chris", what has been, (in your opinion from experience), the best railway gala, event, attraction, loco or simply just the best day out to a place railway related? Also in response to this video and thus, the 2010s, I've really grown my love and passion of railways, from 2010 my own loco steaming for the first time in preservation, to events such as last year when I visited the IoW railway from Staffordshire in a day, and meeting you and Caledonian 439 class No.419 at 're churnet valley railway. Much more to mention such as my choice go visit the WSR to support them and I look forward to what the 2020s bring for global railways. - George

[@bussesandtrains1218]

Hey Chris, what would you say was your luckiest shot of an engine? Have to admit you've done a great job these past years, don't ever stop being awsome

[@HufflepuffBatboy]

Hey Chris, The two surviving Britannias notwithstanding, what has been the most frustrating episode of Steam Locos In Profile (this also applies to Sole SLIPS) to put together? You know, when more than two engines of the same class have been running at the same period, when engines were available to the public, that sort of thing. Mostly behind the scenes stuff.

[@VRDenshaOtaku]

Another big event in rail history would be Victorian Railways 4-6-0 A2 class #986 running for the 1st time in 50 years in 2015/2016 going from Newport to tralgon in the states East

[@sweed6487]

This decade in NZ steam was a bit of a let down considering the firm that certifies all the rolling stock was exposed to of done dodgy work, the shortage of drivers which lead to the low number of excursions compared to other decades and Mainline Steam’s loss of it’s Auckland depot and subsequent crowding of the GVR’s yard housing everything Mainline steam (except for the South African loco) plus their own items. The highlights for me at least were, F13 and 180’s return (the latter I witnessed and gained some friends from), Ww480’s return, J1211’s return, the J/Ja lineup of 1240, 1275, 1211 and 1267, 1240’s return to steam, Ab608’s return plus the reinstatement of scheduled passenger trains for steam in the form of the Marlborough Flyer hauled by which, towards the end of the decade, the Kingston flyer started to have work done after nearly a decade of uncertainty. The next decade will hopefully bring Wf403’s return and maybe more steam on the mainline

[@fordson51]

Hey Chris, great to see another edition. My question is are there anymore American imports to the UK you have videos for, or are the only two we will see is the S160 and the S100? Just curious about whether there are any other American imports in the UK. Also, I am a big fan of GWR tank locos and your coverage of mixed traffic engines like the B1s. Keep it up. B.R.Francis

[@joshslater2426]

33:40 The NRM still keep doing that to this day. Their vision.2025 scheme has seen them give away Aerolite, the NSR battery loco, the travelling post office replica, LMS 2500, Wren, and god knows what else (I fear for the L&YR Class 5 being tragically lost). You’d think that a museum renovation would bring more locos, but somehow the great hall feels more empty.

[@MatecaCorp]

32:20 "If the 2020's turn out to be a challenge..." Oh, how I wish 'a challenge' was all it was.

[@TailsFan369no2]

What's your definition of challenge

[@theeveningstar9235]

What is everyone’s opinion of the sectioning of 35029 Ellerman Lines in the Railway Museum?

[@kenharris5390]

Great stuff Chris.It's always a pleasure to watch your videos.Thank you from an Australian fan.

[@staceycanaday5828]

There’s a USA Doc Tank at the Sacramento Railroad museum you should go there & film The USA Doc tank there please?

[@TheNightmareRider]

I think the Talyllyn 150 event was a big deal for me. This decade is when I could really indulge in my enthusiasm for railways, starting with the Great Central's Autumn Gala in 2014. Though I've yet to find a romantic partner who's as interested in railways as I am, I still cherish having dated someone that lives near the Vale of Rhiedol Railway, and spending every summer traversing the little trains of wales!

[@josephbroom829]

Hey Chris, if you could bring back any extinct British Standard Gauge Steam Locomotive, which class would you pick?

[@benattwood8786]

Highlight of the decade: Caley Reunion. Can't beat Caley blue :)

[@chrisgurney2467]

Double headed running down the line between Bendick Murell and Koorawatha at 70 mph was the best thing last decade, unfortunately the line washed away and the Govt doesn't care about anything outside Sydney so I doubt I'll ever experience that again :/

[@DavidHennessey1984]

Hey Chris, If you were in charge of any random preserved standard gauge railway in the country, and were organising a steam gala with a fair budget to hand, what locos would you have on your guest list?

[@StairStealer]

Here in Canada, most activity that's taken place has been new vehicles restored to running order or donated at the streetcar museums at Halton County (near Toronto) and Edmonton, most notably the TTC's CLRVS. Looking to the next decade, VIA rail will be replacing much of their rolling stock... But it will (according to hearsay) be their Mark 4s that are first to go, not their elderly Budd cars, although some of the oldest Budd cars from the 1940s will be retired. The ones from the 1950s will remain in year-round transcontinental service

[@Smithy92]

Another great video Chris! I always love waiting with KZbin to update my email inbox that you've uploaded a new video, your works amazing like no other! It's incredible. Let no one else tell you otherwise. Will look forward to the next installments, wish I have questions to put 🤔. Hmm shal have to think. Keep it up chap!

[@762Media42]

A few more events for Australia in the 2010s, The return to steam of Climax 1694 at the Puffing Billy Railway in 2013, 50 years of the reopening of the PBR in 2012, return to steam of the sole surviving A2 class 4-6-0 number 986 in 2017, and the return to service of J549,R711,12A, RX207, 3526,3801 and the first ever double headed Garratt train run at PBR on the 18th December 2019, in conjunction with the return of South African NGG/16 129 Cheers from an Australian Rail fan

[@Spud607]

I have an idea. Just imagine if GNR(I) no. 171 Slieve Gullion got sent to Australia and K153 or some other Irish Gauge Australian locomotive could do the same but the other way round. I can only dream of seeing K153 or even R707 running down the quaydide in Wicklow. 😍😍😍😍

[@Spud607]

@Aussie Pom Well the maximum allowed height in Ireland is about 14 feet but it is posdible for taller engines to run on the main line. I mean the GSR B1A no. 800 Maedb is a few inches taller than a Victorian A class 4-6-0 although she is limited where she can run. It would be rather comical though to see a tiny Irish 4-4-0 thundering through Melbourne don't you think? I mean by comparison even the Y class would be considered big with what we have left in preservation. 😂😂😂

[@maxm2317]

Chris, the return of both N&W 611 AND UP Big Boy 4014 in 2015 and 2019, respectively, were definitely highlights for Yanks like me, but for this Pennsylvania railway enthusiast and airsoft player, two restorations began in 2015 and 2016. Those were Reading T-1s 2100 and 2102. As of October of 2019, the 2102 is, um, shall we say, “on-track,” to be completed first because, according to Shane Frederickson, new superheater units and tubes have already been installed in the boiler. If you ever decide to do an episode of Steam Locos in Profile about the four surviving Reading T-1s, please feel free to use any of my upcoming footage of the 2102 once she’s returned to steam. My work is free to use by anyone. One of the negative points of the 2010s was the appointment of E. Hunter Harrison as the new CEO of Canadian Pacific Railway in 2012. This ultimately spelled the end of CP 4-6-4 “Empress” Hudson #2816’s second career with a BR-style “Steam Ban.” Fortunately, she is still looked after and cared for by members of Canadian Pacific’s Heritage Program inside the CP Ogden Shops in Calgary, Alberta. The current CEO, Keith Creel, uses the engine as a backdrop for some company pictures, so I think it’s safe to say he’s entertaining the idea of having her returned to steam when the time is right. Another big highlight was riding behind N&W 611 at Strasburg on Saturday the 28th of September. Then, a little under a month later on Saturday the 19th of October, I rode in the 611’s cab in the jump seat. Following a yearly tradition that I started in May of 2017 over Memorial Day weekend on the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway, I took my second ride in the cab of Reading & Northern 425-which has gained the unofficial title of “Loudest Steam Locomotive in the World” ever since Frisco 1522 was withdrawn from traffic in 2002-from Reading Outer Station in Muhlenburg to the R&N’s headquarters in Port Clinton and return for their annual Santa Trains. This also included a short stint at the throttle (regulator as you Brits call it) for about ten minutes. All-in-all, a good decade for railway preservation. Some good, but some bad. Luckily, much of what’s happened in the 2010s has been good. Well, that’s all I have for now. Until your next video, farewell.

[@armagonarmagon3980]

Ah yes, the return of 611 in 2015 was one of my favorite memories of the decade. Thanks for mentioning her; though it is not likely she will run on the mainline in the coming future, smaller tourist lines seem to be her stomping grounds. And then, the American star of 2019, Union Pacific 4014 is a whole other level of awesomeness.

[@LukeLovesTrains-Mr.RailYard]

Hey Chris what is your favorite American steam locomotive?

[@budgiedeluxe]

Everyone has Forget about what happened to k class 183 in Australia. You can find a nts report and some news articles and that’s it

[@QJ89]

K 183 is out of commission after an accident at Benalla. But considering there are at least 5 VR K's in active preservation, I wouldn't call it a huge loss. What is a huge loss is the Zig Zag. It's a real shame what happened there in 2013, but right now it's not getting any better.

[@budgiedeluxe]

The fact is after the incident the truck driver only got negligence not gross negligence. So steam rail got nothing and I believe they are trying to get insurance still

[@RockyRailroadProductions_B0SS]

Hey, Chris, what's your favorite method of articulating a locomotive? (Klein-Lindner axles, Mallet-type hinges, Beyer-Garratt-isms, Shay gear drives, etc) My personal best moment of the past decade has to be the trip I took to the UK over the summer, especially the footplate ride on Talyllyn Railway no. 6 'Douglas' while in the RAF livery. The loco crew seemed very friendly and the scenery was otherworldly. And I used the toilet on one of the last Virgin Pendolino services, meaning I was tilted about five degrees to one side but still pissing straight in relation to the floor, but canted slightly compared to the rest of the world, a stellar moment to be sure.

[@angrya4pacific738]

Hey Chris what would say was your biggest highlight for railway preservation last decade

[@jetseekers]

Hey Chris: after being worried about your wellbeing after the last editorial, I'm glad to hear your doing better in some respect and would like to say this one is amazing. I loved that you covered the big American steam events too (611 esoecially being a childhood favorite of mine). Only question I can ask is: Being a Yank looking in from the Outside on British steam, yet still wanting to be a fan, is there Anytnign about it thats often Misunderstood, or needs conextualization about it? Keep up the good work and don't wear yourself out. Dan

[@metalheadrailfan]

Preservation in the US had its share of ups and downs, apart from the restorations of N&W 611 and UP 4014. 1) Norfolk Southern announces 21st Century Steam, which brought steam to their lines for the first since 1994 with the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum's Southern 2-8-0 #630. 2) Train Festival 2011 in Rock Island, IL brought Nickel Plate Road 2-8-4 #765 and the Iowa Interstate's Chinese QJ 2-10-2s along the Mississippi River front. 3) 2015 saw the return of TVRM's legendary Southern 2-8-2 #4501. 4) 2016 saw the return of Union Pacific 4-8-4 #844 from a 3 year overhaul. Unfortunately in 2018, the locomotive was involved in an accident when it struck a bystander that was practically standing on the tracks at 60 MPH. 5) Pere Marquette 2-8-4 #1225 returned in 2013 following its 1472 day overhaul. 6) The Western Maryland Scenic Railway acquired Chesapeake & Ohio 2-6-6-2 #1309 for restoration from the B&O Museum in 2014. However, they would run into a ton of problems ranging from selling tickets for photo charters well before the locomotive was done and a former employee stealing and selling parts from the shop. 7) The New Mexico Steam Locomotive & Railway Historical Society successfully fired up Santa Fe 4-8-4 #2926. At this point in 2020, restoration is just about finished. 8) Santa Fe 4-8-4 #3751 returned to the Grand Canyon Railway for the first time since 2002, reuniting with the railway's former Burlington Route 2-8-2 #4960. 9) Milwaukee Road 4-8-4 #261 returned in 2014 following overhaul and "conflicts" with the National Railway Musuem in Green Bay, WI regarding its lease. 10) Southern Pacific "Daylight" #4449 returned to service in 2017 (will need to double check on that) 11) With Big Boy 4014 out on the rails again, this unfortunately brought an to Challenger #3985's excursion career, which had been stored in the Cheyenne, WY roundhouse since 2011. 12) Skookum, a logging 2-4-4-2 mallet, was returned to service following an extensive restoration in 2019, currently residing at the Niles Canyon Railway in Sonol, CA. 13) Currently the biggest issue with running steam on US mainlines is getting locomotives equipped with Positive Train Control. Some have already made the purchase for such equipment. The other issue being Amtrak terminating any trains they deem "special moves" over their routes. This includes private passenger car moves on Amtrak trains or excursion trains.

[@shrikantgopinath1195]

What's happening to the Challenger?

[@metalheadrailfan]

@@shrikantgopinath1195 It's being stuffed and mounted in the Cheyenne, WY roundhouse indefinitely. The UP steam crew believes it makes much sense logistically to keep just 2 steam locomotives in operation. And they're right in that regard, because 1) They have such a small crew and 2) 3985 was worked to the bone during its excursion career. 4014's restoration allows it to take a long deserved rest.

[@jameswright7284]

Hey Chris I've got a three questions for you. Firstly what has been your favourite episode of SLIPS to make and produce. What class would be your dream one to make an episode of SLIPS. finally if you could bring back one lost class of any railway company what class would it be and why? Oh also keep up the good work you're a real inspiration

[@benwise6517]

Hey Chris! If you could go back in time, and save one locomotive from the past, which would it be? I have been a fan of your content since 2016, and I just want to say I support you and your work. Keep it going! I wish I could meet you in person! You seem like a genuinely kind, noble, and swell human being! Cheers!

[@willhorowitz8806]

Hey Chris, what are your thoughts on other mainline American Steam locomotives?

[@oskarpayne9547]

Great central railway southern steam gala was my favourite moment

[@TailsFan369no2]

American version (to the best of my knowledge, please reply if you have anything to add): 2010: West Virginia rails, the spiritual successor to trainfestival 2009, happened despite a close to last minute replacement guest in the form of a WM GP30 replacing 734 due to changes in CSX heritage policies. The event committee did offer fairgoers free rides on the Western Maryland Scenic 734 in conciliation but I can’t think of anyone who did that. The only other negative I can think of is a certain anniversary not having ideal fresh content, but the less said about that the better #RIPGaryColeman 2011: Trainfestival was truly back, this time in Illinois with QJs as the major stars. This somewhat overshadowed the NRHS convention in the Pacific Northwest, dubbed Cascade Rails, which had 4449 and 3 tourist railroads. One of those would make good use of their then newly restored mike through Tacoma Gulch and on a triple header while the daylight would celebrate her 70th anniversary one week after the convention. Norfolk Southern launched their 21 century steam program (even if it would become short lived) with former southern star 630. Amtrak celebrated its 40th anniversary with heritage units and a exhibit tour. If only 4501 was operational for her 100th. The layout once owned by Tom Snyder was moved to the New Jersey Hirailers. The Prince at Fort George Park returned to service under new ownership and was able to celebrate its 100th anniversary the following year. The only negative thing I can think of is the lackluster attempts of recovery for a certain franchisee but again the less said about that the better… Also 2860’s certification expired in January despite some people saying she’s still operational, the east broad top closed at the end of the year (returning over a decade later) and the Bysville scenic railway abandoned operations and there’s been little signs of resurgence since… 2012: Steam returned to the horseshoe curve via a Norfolk Southern employee special headed by 765. 3751 returned to the Grand Canyon after a decade. Steam returned to the Oregon Trunk after a gap of two thirds of a decade, but it was also bittersweet as 4449 would bow out for the fra required overhaul. #RIPTonyScott and a certain hunter discontinued the Canadian pacific steam program 2013: 765 ran on the horseshoe again with public runs. 261 returned to service under new coownership. The current incarnation of Grand Central Terminal celebrated its 100th anniversary. The Branson Scenic railway celebrated its 20th. 1225 returned to close the year nicely. Less said about Lac Megantic, aside from what lessons MUST be learned from that the better 2014: 4501 finally joined the Norfolk Southern Steam lineup and said company unveiled its heritage painted fleet. Train expo happened in owosso, a return to form of sorts. The Chehalis Centralia Railway celebrated 100 years of the existence of its trackage. TM celebrated 40 years of production with a special dvd. A modern holiday classic celebrated the 10th anniversary of its adaptation. 1309 went to western maryland. Lynchburg and O’Hare were site of railway accidents. 2015: aside from the J, 4449 rounded out the year with its return to service. A certain franchise celebrated 70 years properly. 100 years of o gauge was also celebrated. Frankfort jct became a crash site for the second time in its life, PTC becoming a priority in the following years … 2016(sigh): rich Melvin retired from volunteering for 765. Steamtown was back to its namesake! The Joliet rocket began its short stint. The bicentennial freedom train’s 40th anniversary was celebrated with a short run on the Oregon Pacific. Grand Canyon 29 returned for the NPS anniversary special. Polson 2 returned to steam and the mid continent was back in the game, for a year at best Septa witnessed problems with its silverliner 5s and the AEM7s began phasing out 2017: 4449 was back on the mainline! The Polson was moved to the Oregon Coast. Many railroads participated in the eclipse! #RIPTomMurray as well as the victims of DuPont also No more Ringling trains… 2018(sigh): Steam and private charters would be barred from the high iron thanks to airhead Anderson’s PTC and dropped support. The Chiggen was moved south and its lease to Snoqualmie was terminated. 844, two years back In service, also faced an uncertain future after its accident with a pedestrian. Cayce became the site of a wreck. Septa phased out their aem7s and alp44m and despite the departure and death of hunter, the likelihood of 2816’s return seemed slim… Skookum was steamed up in time for a charter as a bonus for participants. 700 was a part of it too. 4449, prior to such, made one more run through the Columbia gorge for Stephen Low’s Train Time. The age of steam roundhouse saw a return to form with the newly steamed 12. 2019: aside from the big boy, the Skookum was operating on the Oregon coast and through the niles canyon. 4449 took part in that year’s edition of the annual garden railway convention. 611 visited strasburg for the first time. 50th Anniversary of the Michigan State University Railroad Club, the first incarnation of SRI who commenced the initial restoration of the 1225 The Potomac River and Fort Worth became wreck sites

[@callumthornelow2936]

My personal highlight was two new T.O.C's for mainline steam operation LSL and Vintage Trains

[@Spud607]

18:16 It's true. The RPSI who own no. 131 only have 3 locomotives in service at any one time. There less than 10 narrow gauge steam railways in Ireland and only one Irish Gauge steam railway. We have less Irish gauge steam locomotives in preservation altogether than there are Bulleid Pacifics in preservation and probably less than double that in 3ft gauge engines. This is extremely disappointing considering the vast amount of history that has simply been forgotten about. Most of the 18 NCC 2-6-4 Tanks were still in service outside of preservation in 1970 but only one escaped the cutters torch. Forget sad. Its depressing.

[@michael32A]

Both the quiet revival and collapse of the returning Penrhyn Quarry Railway. 2012-2017

[@edflynn26]

Hey Chris, could you do a sole slip on the Southern Railway Maunsell N Class No. 31874 which is on the Swanage Railway (a Railway I’m a volunteer on)?

[@Spud607]

Wish some of the Irish examples got preserved. Then there would be no need for a sole slip and we would hsve extra locomotives :,(

[@staceycanaday5828]

I just took a picture King Edward the Second

[@BramGroatFilms]

Hey Chris, In your GTI about New Builds, you describe Stepney as "F***ed." Would you mind elaborating on that opinion (I think you may have touched on it at least partly in "It's Only Metal, Isn't It?")

[@TheTWRModeller]

2011 - I went with a group of students to the SVR 2016 - I visited my first Warley Exhibition and join the LMS Patriot Project 2017 - I visited the NRM for the first time and Shildon later this year; I visit Warley again and forgetting to renew my LMS Patriot Membership 2018 - My hometown of Kenilworth finally got its new railway station; that same year in the summer holls, I visit the NNR and saw in person the sole-surviving Holden B12 and Gresley N2; I also visit Warley again and renew my membership of the LPP as well as join Bachmann's Collector's Club 2019 - I went to the Swanage Railway where I chanced upon the sole-surviving T9 4-4-0 No. 30120; while attending Warley, I renew both my Bachmann Collectors Club and LPP membership again I could write a memoir of my life at some point.

[@reesochacon1448]

Hey Chris, I have two questions: 1. Which classes of extinct British steam locomotives that aren’t getting the new-build treatment would you like to have seen preserved? 2. What are your thoughts on the LNER D49s?

[@patrickwebb7311]

Hey Chris, will we ever see any 15" gauge locomotives on Steam Locos in Profile? (For example, the RH&DR Greenly Pacifics) Unrelated, but I just want to also add my personal highlights & not-so great moments here so I don't clog up the comments. Highlights: N&W 611 returning to steam, Norfolk Southern 21st Century Steam program which saw engines such as Southern 4501 return to steam to serve once again. Another highlight has to be the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society's progress towards Headwaters Junction in Indiana. Kentucky Steam Heritage Corporation moved 2716 from the Kentucky Railroad Museum to their workshop in Ravenna to restore her to operation, and NC&STl 576 being moved from a park where she's sat since the 50's/60's and moved by rail with help from CSX (a HUGE shock to many US Enthusiasts) and now she's undergoing restoration. Another great moment: N&W 611 running at the Strasburg and being reunited with N&W 475, the only other N&W loco to run in preservation. Not-So Great Moments: The ITM Fiasco/Disaster in Central Indiana, with drama starting in 2016 accumulating in an eviction in 2018. This led to a lot of historic equipment, including one of the last EMD SW1's, being scrapped, and general confusion about the Indiana Transportation Museum's future. The whole situation has not made US preservation look good. Thankfully, the earlier mentioned Kentucky Steam Heritage Corporation were able to rescue Nickel Plate 587 from being "confiscated" (for lack of a better word) by the city Noblesville. Also, Trolley/Street Car 429 "Noblesville" was rescued and is planned to run at Headwaters Junction. Biggest Disaster of the Decade: The Amtrak Excursion Ban which has effectively killed US Mainline running of steam.

[@jacob2954]

Hey Chris, what do you think of the Puffing Billy Railway in Victoria? As I’ve always wondered about your opinion on locomotives in Victoria, Australia

[@staceycanaday5828]

Do you think I should Make a editorial show ?

[@pilotbug6100]

I can't wait for the episode for the 2020's can't wait for you to talk about the covid-19 crisis, Welsh Pony returning to steam. the Awdry Gala the Corris Falcon "completion"

[@davidpnewton]

Hey Chris! What is the actual gauge of Gauge the Issue? More seriously what do you think of the issue of heritage railways ending up "too long" so that a run on them actually takes a really significant part of the day and may discourage non-enthusiasts from visiting?

[@IowaTrainGay]

This is a great question! I see this happening a lot in the US too. Cumbres & Toltec is huge and takes several hours to travel just half the railway. And the former Rio Grande Southern was the same, big trip, low riders (though C&T is growing in popularity as they rebuild rolling stock and add amenities).

[@modelrailfan37]

So even though we had some rough years in the 2010s, at least railways stayed open for most of it and didn’t have to close due to Covid…

[@williamtown4058]

I saw City of Truro and King George V in Swindon back in September of 2016.

[@kaydensrailway5594]

Hey Chris, two questions: 1. When are you gonna do more Non-British SLIPS like you did for the Kriegsloks for engines like the UP Big Boys, JNR D51s, etc. 2. Plans to come to Malaysia in the future? Love your videos!

[@IowaTrainGay]

Hey Chris, what are you thoughts on Durango & Silverton rebuilding the 493 Loco into an oil burner? Also, what are your thoughts on the Iowa Pacific receivership/bankruptcy? And finally, what are your thoughts about a museum in the US that is based around preserving short examples of great American Passenger Trains? (a friend of mine, myself, and several others have started a museum like this and I would like to gage people's interest).

[@mamodsteamreturns5492]

im glad you mentioned the nrm being a swetbox for the great gathering ..omg ive never been so ill after it yet I drank loads of water ..ahh well

[@warshipguy2005]

26:41 Tornado broke down on my birthday why does something always go wrong for me on my birthday well I'm just jinxed

[@mlippert]

Hey Chris, have you got any plans on releasing Complete SLIP Volumes in higher-than-DVD-quality? I can buy single episodes digitally in HD, but then I'm missing out on the bonus content (not for sale in digital). Or I'll buy the DVD and miss out on the HD quality. Blu-ray, USB-Stick or bundled download would be an option, or maybe disounted HD-Video prices for DVD owners? Thank you, and keep up your excellent work!

[@eartlcraft]

Hey Chris which British locomotives which have been scrapped would you like to see a replica of and why ?

[@warrior3456_]

just watched shed 17 before this and im not sure how i feel about trains now XD

[@ThatOneTrainGuy]

I just had a brilliant idea for what this should be called at the end of 2029 choo choo rewind okay I'll leave

[@caledoniansignalman8153]

i boutta say the f word first

[@MattyP62618]

Best moment for me personally was getting to go on the footplate of Union of South Africa at the Mid Norfolk. Amazing as well what that railway have done over the last 10 years. Personally, I think all the new build projects gives me home, even if the fact that some of them are pie in the sky, it's just good to see so many of them being led by younger people with a real passion for steam; it just seems like for me personally, the last decade saw something of a major renaissance of steam enthusiasm.

[@vlogthatrain3152]

My highlight was definitely our Andrew Barclay "Bon-Accord" returning to steam last year and running better than she ever has since returning to steam for the first time in 2010

[@ChristheXelent]

Remind me to visit Bon Accord at some point in the near future. She looks great and would make a terrific highlight in the Andrew Barclay 0-4-0st SLIP (whenever I finally get round to finishing the bloody thing!)

[@vlogthatrain3152]

@@ChristheXelent will do. You're welcome for a day of behind the scenes at the railway anytime!

[@Spud607]

@@ChristheXelent Hey Chris quick question - are you ever going to return to Ireland for filming purposes? (Tom told me you volunteer with stradbally so i'm just curious. Other questions of mine were featured in a comment somewhere in the comments section. If you don't get rpund to it that's fine. Keep on being awesome.)

[@nvrthomas5056]

Hey Chris! I have two questions; 1) I am thinking about buying copies/downloads of a few of the SLIPS videos on your youtube channel, what would you recommend going for? And why? 2) If SOMEHOW an E2 or E2x new build was approved, there would have to be some design modifications. So what could be changed about the E2's and E2X's to make them much better, and good enough to be able to regularly run on heritage lines like the NVR?

[@nvrthomas5056]

The good: I got big into railways again, modeling and I am now at work on a major expansion and other work on my model railway (such as getting a new turntable, a Terrier and a Black 5), I also got baptized! Oh and the return of Hudswell Clarke 1800 'Thomas', which I am planning on making an OO scale replica of! The bad: Nothing really comes to my mind.

[@nvrthomas5056]

Update on the expansion: As of the 1st of Febuary, everything but the scenery (and aquiring more locomotives) is completed! I even completed the overhaul of my Tri-ang Princess Elizabeth!

[@TheMNrailfan227]

The Railway Museum is like the UK’s equivalent of the IRM. Imagine if the Illinois Railway Museum just gave away Burlington Route 9911 and Frisco 1630, that would be devastating.

[@TERRYBARTLETTRAILMAN28]

Hey Chris my decade was good so Far I joined the MNLPS in 2013 Launching my KZbin Channel on 21st of December 2015 then in 2019 Britannia went to the Bluebell Railway's Giants Of Steam gala and Mayflower as well so it goes to show that most things can catch up on itself

[@Northerner_Transport_Hub]

Hey Chris i have 3 questions 1. what is your favourite railway? 2. do you collect Hornby engines? 3. what is your favourite prototype, as you have shown your hate for the Bullied Leader that looked like a Class 66 jacked up on a class 55 chassis but steam powered

[@marblesjn]

It’s been 9 years since Louisville and Nashville 152 last ran. Hopefully it will be back in service soon. The 2020s should see the glory of the Official Steam Locomotive of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

[@FutureRailProductions]

Chris I hate to tell you this but it's not Promontory Point it's Promontory Summit. Common mistake but an annoying one. Also another thing I find sad about the decade is the so-called hostage situation with 5972 Olton Hall. Thought Warner Brothers were supposed to only get her for 2 years and now it looks more like indefinitely.

[@AlexTrain5249]

For those of you UK people out there. You really missed out on seeing that magnificent 4014 galloping at 40-45 mph over the plains with that masculine, chest rattling Hancock Longbell 3 Chime screaming and side rods clanking.

[@SpottingWithSam]

I have a question! Hey Chris, would you consider doing some NZR (New Zealand Railways) steam locos in profile? I live in NZ so could supply you with some classes to do, A K, a Ab and a Ja. Thanks!