First ride on the RRVT railway in 2024

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This past weekend I went out the railway for the first time this year, mostly to just check on things and see how much damage there was from the winter storms. Very few branches had come down and no serious track issues were noted, I managed to take a full ride around the line in the steeple cab and only de-wired twice which is good for a 1st run of the year. Apologies in advance for the wind noise, it was gusting over 40 MPH on this day so it was hard to shield from that. Enjoy a full ride in this video while I clear the branches and inspect the track!

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@jimmybristow9258

Reminds me of when I was a train operator in Dallas for DART. I was the 1st train to leave the yard going North to N. Carrollton/Frankford Sta and since I was the 1st train, I was tasked with doing an inspection of both track & OCS. If any problems or defects were spotted I was to report them to train control. Speed was limited to 45MPH, which we called "Sweep Speed". Actual posted & ATP speeds were as high at 65mph. Love the channel & videos!!

@michaelsmith7425

Regarding the tree that limits the train you showed in an earlier video. Why not just turn the tree into a pole and save yourself some work? Chop it off high enough to reattach the wire support. Then using your chainsaw remove most of the encroaching front of the tree, cover the remainder in bitumen to slow the rotting and reattach your power line. Might last a few years.

@ozzyCheshire-ci3bf

imagine having a airbnb there with a personal ride to your stay :)

@2quintly

I would guess the 1st order of business is to "pest-proof" the car barn/shop. Would have liked to have seen/explanation of the electrical power source and the details of that. With the distances of the railroad, there has to be some power issues to overcome. Definitely a very unique operation, one that I've never seen before (in miniature railroads). Very impressive and I'd like to see more, . . . .

@alcopower5710

Nice piece of property……..with a railroad on it. Thanks for taking us for a tour. 👍

@user-ku3qz2yq6g

It"s scary to look at such a road, let alone drive on it.

@earllutz2663

Thank you again for another virtual ride on your Railway. I very much enjoyed the ride as usual. Lots of success to in the future with your Railway 🛤.

@leecarlson9713

Have to admit, that bridge after the problem tree was a little intimidating! What fun to go fast, on the cleared track! I am subscribing today (March 19, 2024).

@dogyerf21

my first video. very cool. looking forward to watching more.

@klaushegger

So super cool👍 A night ride must be interesting and pretty darn spooky I would imagine!

@misterkaye7796

Thank you so much for the ride after showing the track plan. I really enjoyed it.

@Squirel

Great to see you've made it through the winter pretty much unscathed. Looking forward to seeing progress on the projects for 2024. Good wishes.

@gerhardwuhrer6764

Best regards from Austria to you and the RR. I live to follow you work and join a ride on the RR. It is always relaxing, I appreciate your dedication very much. Keeper on railroading!

@StanFerris

Another great season coming up! Thanks for taking the time to share your progress.

@edminas3159

Great steeple cab. Thanks for taking us along

@dougvandegrift8727

Great video. I like your little speeder. Love to see more details on its construction. Also have an idea after watching your video.

@natepicker436

You are right, it's remarkable to be so clear. I think it says something about a winter, such as it was, with little teeth in it. Keep up the great work!