THIS IS WHY Rio Grande narrow gauge matters | 1970's Durango & Silverton Charter

You all know I love the D&RGW / Rio Grande's narrow gauge stuff. A recent trip to the ‪@DurangoTrain‬ helped remind me why I do so much, and proved to be a hilarious outing with great friends. I hope you all enjoy this!
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[@guppybob]

Huuuuuge thanks to the crew and folks at @DurangoTrain for making these charters possible. So neat to see, and so glad we got to participate!

[@LOONA_666]

Your very welcome

[@MrHunterPOLSKA]

That whistle is just wooow ^^

[@dominicwroblewski5832]

There has got to be nothing more beautiful than the sound of a steam locomotive whistle echoing off a mountainside. You youngsters may laugh at the way we, who came of age, in the 70's looked but keep in mind that we saw and heard all the great bands.

[@Hyce777]

So. Jealous. Led Zeppelin is indeed my favorite band. I'd wear that mustache and pants all day every day if it meant I got to see them... lol!

[@JonatanGronoset]

Lunkies are very difficult to deny as being some of the best-sounding whistles ever made. I dunno how they did it but they just managed to make a whistle that has some of the fullest and pleasantly harmonious sound from any angle. How did they do that!? I dunno, man, I'd have fun quilling it too.

[@Hyce777]

I dunno how they did it either. It's beautiful sounding for sure.

[@organbuilder272]

Harmonics and pitch.

[@crystalrock18]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again; Colorado has the best steam preservation in the whole of the US. And the Durango & Silverton line is fantastic. It’s been over 20 years since I last got to ride on it, but what was cool was back then number 481 and the rest of the fleet were using ridgeway spark arrestors. What the engineer of 481 told me was “how does a 13 year old kid from Missouri know this?” My response was “I love trains, and I want to know as much as I can about trains.” Anyway fantastic video Mark, you do amazing work and I can’t thank you enough for the great content you make.

[@steffenrosmus9177]

It was fantastic till they started to convert the engines to diesel fuel🤮🤮🤮. So no ride anymore. Thanks Californians which bought property there and at first wanted to eliminate the steam train at all. Until they noticed that the D&S kept the town alive for decades and provided all the money for shops and supermarkets they found so pleasant before they bought houses.

[@jerrysgardentractorsengine2243]

@@steffenrosmus9177and the D&S converting to oil is a bad thing why exactly? It’s not like oil burners are a product of the preservation era or anything- they’ve existed since the late 1800s! Besides, I highly doubt the D&S had much of a choice in the matter, seeing as one of their locomotives caused an entire forest to burn down

[@tangenttrails]

Brings back lots of memories behind 476 on my first trip to Durango in 1965. Thanks for sharing this.✌️

[@Hyce777]

Behind the D&RGW and when they were still running freight for real! Must've been amazing. :)

[@tangenttrails]

@@Hyce777 Yes indeed. On a twist, the D&S will be carrying me to Needleton this summer for my 6 day backpacking trip into the San Juans. The freight charge for transporting my backpack in the boxcar is $10. I find that so cool that I’m actually transporting freight over the line.😃

[@xenowreborn]

13:41 That entire clip was just Beautiful the Ominous, yet Triumphant Whistle Echoing down the Canyon preceding the 481 was certainly my favorite part of it, but that's not to say the sheer power being presented by those chuffs wasn't gorgeous in their own right I can see why you love all things sound related! that was beautiful!

[@steamfan4014]

13:41 is my favorite part of the video. The haunting sound of the whistle sent chills up and down my body. In the words of the great Johnny Cash from the documentary 'Riding the Rails ', "There's nothing that stirs my imagination like the sound of a steam locomotive". That locomotive has a beautiful whistle and sounds even more beautiful in the canyon

[@VinylScratchBass]

You can't beat the sound of a K Type Narrow Guage Locomotive, just absolute music through steam, steel, and iron. This is a masterpiece of a video Hyce, please never stop with the God like Narrow Guage knowledge and videos! Also the sound of a Lunken 3 Chime whistle in the snow in the canyons is orgasmic

[@mikediehl1468]

Out east in Pennsylvania the East Broad Top narrow gauge is finally coming back to life. They too have been self efficient right down to a full stock of parts leftover since the railroad first closed in 1956. For all of us rail fans, it's fascinating to see these old narrow gauge steam railroads surviving intact where they were originally intended. Neither of them are pieced together from defunct rail lines. Unique, intact, and original purpose 😃

[@Hyce777]

I visited the Broad Top for the Winter Spectacular. It's truly special. Videos will be coming soon enough.

[@Blaze_1221]

I love how all these engines are kept perfect and how they used to be in whatever time frame they are… then you come along with almost the exact same train and change out the whistles and feed it human food 🤣

[@erikthetrainfan7768]

Great Video! The D&S really put on a good show for this photo special. (also glad my snow angel made it into the video!)

[@Hyce777]

it was too good not to put in, lol!

[@TrotFoxGreyfoot]

This whole video is just constant chills. The sound reminds me so much of the few times 4501 passed my house in north Knox County in the 80's. I remember hearing her and having enough time to ride my bike the mile to the crossing, then still listening to her come long enough that I was worried she was on another line.

[@RioGrandeRailfan473]

as a person who lives in Durango, the D&S has been very special in my lifetime.

[@jingles9657]

In my most recent video which I did over the summer, we double headed straight out of Durango with both K-28s that were running. I couldn't have been happier.

[@kylemaddux1658]

For someone who isn’t that big into railroading like most people here are, the sound of that engine working at 9:21 is something I could listen to all day

[@Fighterpilot555]

Why does she keep sneezing?

[@BlueCometProductions]

We all love a Nick appreciation segment 17:01

[@bagoston325]

I must say, when I watch these videos, I feel all more lucky that I could spend my childhood "working" on the Children's railway, in Budapest. When it's winter, everything's covered with snow, in the middle of the forest, you're out at the switch, in your coat, with the yellow flag, and you're saluting to the class 490 pulling out of the station, and you get covered with steam and soot as it passes by... That is one of those unforgettable moments. I always loved the steam train there. Especially that when you travelled on it, as a ticket inspector, you had to keep the stove in the carriage constantly fed with wood, so it stays warm. It was very much a vibe. Each and every time. And not just with the steam loco.

[@jackieheidorn5875]

Taking the shop/museum tour is worth every penny.

[@drewbarker8504]

Thanks for sharing this, Mark. With all the sense of place, sights and sounds, I think Clint Black said it best: “Ain’t it funny how a melody Can bring back a memory, Take you to another place and time And completely change your state of mind.”

[@drewbarker8504]

Also watching 481 send it was a highlight.

[@patricksheary2219]

Hi Mark, I struggle to find the words to adequately describe how incredibly wonderful is this video. You and the “Idiots” made my week sharing this beautiful episode. I soooo concur with you that the D&SNGRR as well as the C&TSRR are national treasures for sure. Those along with the superb work at the CRRM make for a historic regional triangle of important RR preservation history. Your engineer friend who made that whistle sing like the goddess Siren was AMAZINGLY BEAUTIFUL. Though I’ve only seen it virtually, the round house and especially the machine shop there are amazing and like stepping back in time. I can just imagine all the smells and sounds experienced when entering such a space. I could go on and on… BTW, Leighton’s outfit was a hoot! You guys are beyond fabulous. So MANY THANKS again Mark for sharing the total fun time with everyone!!! I can’t wait to visit these important places. Cheers to you, Brett and of course Leighton!

[@Hyce777]

Thanks again for the kind words Patrick. It really is a beautiful place. C&TS is as well, and I don't doubt that we'll end up there as well.

[@bige6946]

15:06, that clip has to be my favorite audio clip of a steam train. It almost sounds heavenly because of the overtones from the echo. Top 3 for sure!

[@lostisleminstrel]

Steam locomotive whistles are loud enough to really get a wonderful reverb off the wall of those huge canyons. Loved the sound of the engine pulling so hard. I have always loved this 3' guage Colorado remnant railroad along with its Chama branch. Wonderful. Thanks for the really great video of the staged runbys. I always love the danger photos taken of the undersides of the trains. Purple bell bottoms would really help the hippie vibe but would be wet and heavy after a bit of time in the snow. My dad worked on the SP out of Sparks yard. He watched a large Angus bull get mad at a Mina branch run and charged the GP7 head on only to find out how unflinching 1" thick steel end sills really are. Poor Bull ended up quite dead. Keep up the good work.

[@SteamfanScott]

Spectacular video! Thoroughly enjoyed the commentary and the history of the railroad coupled with the amazing video of the charter and the behind the scenes shenanigans was hilarious. Noticed you used the word “magical” at times to describe it, and indeed it is. Steam in all its forms is magical, and those echos of 481 in the canyons harken me back to those echos of the Shays in the mountains of WV. Bravo! 👏

[@jacystrains3306]

I rode on the Durango and Silverton railroad when I was 10 and it was probably the best day of my life. Once you really get into the mountains you just feel like you're part of what the railroad was like in the 70's. The sheer power of that locomotive chuffing up the hills is just awesome. And the whistle echoing of the mountainside. ITS JUST TOO GOOD!

[@jacystrains3306]

HI

[@claytonhaffner384]

A guy, that went to my neighboring high school is an engineer for them. Great guy. I get to see him about once a year at Midwest Old Threshers. I think that'd be a fun trip for you to take too Hyce.

[@Hyce777]

That would be Russell! Haha. He's good people. I'd love to go see the threshers.

[@claytonhaffner384]

@@Hyce777 Yep!! He's definitely good people. Our families work together to do a fun novelty, Steam Roller Printing exhibit during threshers. Poor Shay #9 is down for a while though. But they're working on it.

[@akaBoG]

Love D&S. They sent me tickets as a CRRM employee about a decade ago. It was a wild drive there and we had an awesome ride on the summer train.

[@MK.5198]

colorado generally is a bucket list place for me to go and see someday, but the D&S specifically raises its place on that list a lot.

[@FerrousEquusEng]

Fact Check: This video is awesome! This is exactly the feeling that most rail nerds have about their home rails, and Colorado by virtue of its mountainous terrain, rugged operating conditions (and the stingy nature of the railroad companies ) allows for running trains as hard and as original as it would have been back when those inside frame behemoths first strode the rails. Thanks for the continued wackiness from the mid-continent.

[@rgsrrofnc]

You guys had an AWESOME time. I know because you guys were laughing about the entire time. Keep these videos coming.

[@kdtrproductions4983]

The narrow gauge is truly an astonishing part of railroading history and we are truly lucky to have most of the original locomotives from the D&RGW run for almost even 100 years on the line. Only a few of my favorites from the ATSF and UP still run, the rest are either on static display or scrapped all together. So it is truly amazing we get to see these unique forms of trains still running to this day with most of them still in operating condition on the D&S, C&TS, etc. Im just glad these beauties can still run the original route they were assigned to this day.

[@rodreed5147]

Brilliant day out, thanks for taking us along

[@ford351windsor1]

I am supremely saddened that I can only like this once. Thank you so much for sharing everything you do with total strangers (and yet somehow familiar nerds and enthusiast). It truly makes my day every time.

[@michealfeeney8920]

@ 5:00 I see what you mean about the sheer Magic of seeing all those Steam engines awake, Hyce. Have to admit I am envying you for keeping the residents of your museum in the best shape possible; I sadly don't have the knowledge or skills to do what you do. Clearly I need to plan a trip from Lost Angles out to Durango and Denver and just soak all this steam goodness in.

[@automotiveman13]

Awesome video Hyce. I need to make it out to Colorado soon and check out the Durango and Silvertin, Cumbres and Toltec and of course the Colorado Railroad Museum. Your videos have finally made me a narrow gauge man, lol.

[@SYH653]

It's been 30-odd years since I last rode the D&S. The whistle echoing through the valleys & the requisite High Line shot took me back. :D

[@danesmith3615]

ABSOLUTELY LOVE THE WAY NICK MAKES THE WHISTLE SING

[@nw611J]

OMG Mark this video was awesome really love the way 481 sounds she sounds so amazing! Hope I can get invoiced with this one day soon. Thanks again for the great video man Jeff aka NW611J.

[@RC-bm9so]

Seeing steam in person must be a religious experience, even more so with the sound of the engine in the distance, coming closer each second. Even just watching videos on KZbin sends chills down my spine and makes my skin crawl. The echoing of the sound throughout the canyons just allows the mind to picture a locomotive back in the glory days of steam. No visuals needed. No video playing in your mind or a screen. Just a mental image reel of the old bygone days. The whistle echoing through the canyons and plains in day or night, hauling passengers or freight across vast stretches of open ground or steep grades. Hearing the sound thundering back with reverb just feels right...haunting...in a way. A call from a not-so-distant age. It's hard for me as a history enthusiast to imagine that those glory days ended during some of my families childhood. It's even harder to imagine the whole world running on steam and steel less than a century ago. Atomic energy, solar, oil, electric, all have come and replaced the hardworking steam on the world stage. The locomotives were sent to the cutters torch and many great ones were lost. But I can now, in recent years of getting back into my old railroading hobby I thought I grew out of more than 12 years ago has given me something back. A grand image of steam, giants horses of steel that ruled over the whole United States, and the world. The kings and queens of a bygone age that roamed every inch of rail from San Francisco to New York, the highest points in the Rockies to the plains of the mid-west, and every town and village rails ran through. Maybe, one day, we can get even more of those glory days back. The T1 Trust, East Broad Top, The "Tornado" Group, come to mind. The golden age "ended" less than 80 years ago. I just celebrated my 20th birthday earlier this year, and maybe I can find a calling bringing these steel horses back to their former glory. Maybe not, but us enthusiasts of steam, railroading, and even history should band together and help keep this great story alive. So I humbly extend my support to Mark, Brett, Leighton, and all the others who help keep this story going. I have so much life ahead of me to go out and experience these masterpieces of engineering and hard work in person. Thanks as always Mr. Mark Huber, Mr. Brett Weibold, and Mr. Leighton Moreland for getting me back into this hobby. Always enjoy hearing the stories and seeing other nerds like me having fun in our hobbies. God Bless, and here's a glass to many years to come! RC.

[@15nyonker]

There is nothing like the feeling of having 100 pounds of steam pressure at your command. I have only fired traction engines, and even that is a religious experience if steam has gotten in your blood. Now, I own a 1916 Case 40hp and can’t wait to bring her to life once again.

[@RC-bm9so]

@@15nyonker Cool to hear.

[@AzaleaGP30]

Those shots of the train in the canyon were absolutely gorgeous. I’m so jealous of you guys, really wish I could’ve been able to go. Also that 3 chime whistle was absolutely awesome.

[@jacobramsey7624]

I love that train whistle when you were running in the snow. It makes me, and God knows how many others, very happy to hear that sound!!!!

[@corollee6947]

Okay so, i watched this earlier today and i was already blown away by the audio even with out headphones, but now that im at home and rewatching it, the upmost feral laugh i just had at just listen to that quill is amazing.

[@jacobramsey7624]

I would love to have a short video of just the whistle right after hice when through deep snow!!! That is one of the most beautiful things I've herd in my life!!

[@frankierailfan4014]

That whistle in the canyon was one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard

[@jacystrains3306]

THE SOUND OF THE WHISTLE IS AMAZING

[@strasburgrailfan90]

The shots you got are amazing! Glad you and the guys had a fun time

[@wolfpepper]

the sound as it came around the bend at 15:07 left chills for me

[@nukeguygaming5578]

Absolutely wonderful

[@TrainBandit]

When you start lol at the thumb nail, you know it’s going to be a good video

[@ghostrider1455]

This is just PURE asmr by far best video I've seen of steam in the snow honestly is making me want to buy the Line In train simulator or play some RR online

[@BruteClaw]

I miss those sounds. I moved away in 2001. But I used to work at the Sonic Drive IN off 8th Ave. And got to hear those whistles every morning.

[@themidlandconnection]

I'm so glad you guys went in period attire. Me and my mates went in 1950's get up one year for the snow train down here in Australia, just really enjoy that aesthetic of matching the train you're riding.... Mad props..

[@TheWeigman]

Thanks for the Great weekend Mark & Co! Great as always to see you all again 😁

[@Hyce777]

Of course :)

[@nathanbradley4768]

This must be the best video you have ever made!!! we love you mark!!!

[@WasatchWind]

As soon as I heard that whistle with the beautiful echo when y'all were getting that photoshoot - I knew I had to save this to my "for the future" playlist - ie, my collection of videos for a hopeful train loving little boy I may have in the future. : )

[@kristophermobley6592]

That looked like yall had the greatest time. Thank yall for keeping history alive, and keeping steam alive with it.

[@union01089]

I was there in 1977 with my Dad . He had been there in the 40’s when they were filming “Ticket to Tomahawk “. Great memories!

[@Morgan_64]

Damn, that shot at 15:10 reminds me of old Great American train rides and Great American scenic railroads DVDs I used to watch as a kid, thanks for the nostalgia! Great shots throughout, loved the sound of the whistle echoing through the canyon, and more shenanigans with the 3/4 idiot crew is always welcome.

[@ethanhoffer7239]

Your channel has easily become my daily dopamine dealer. Thank you for being a place for railfans (of all gauges, but 3ft. in particular) to rally and find fellowship in. I can honestly say it's made working nights just a little bit easier for me. Cheers from the former Southern Railway.

[@YoLo-bb2vc]

15:06 on a cold winter foggy night youd be forgiven for thinking that a ghost train is coming right at you with that whistle reverb!

[@GreggCesaroni]

I was never in to trains much until I came across your channel while doing the long process of grinding a carbon fiber rocket motor to size. Then I saw this video. The sounds of these trains in the distance… wow! Especially the sound of the steam whistles. So beautiful! One day I’ll have to come see these plus the ones at the museum.

[@caseihmagnum279]

Wow, just wow, that sound was amazing, engine was great too, thanks for sharing this hyce, I'm a farm boy and my favorite has always been the 8.3l cummins straight piped on the old 80s-90s combines, but the k28 going threw those canyons and the whistle has definitely at least tide it, makes me hope to someday take a trip out to Colorado and experience the real thing and swing by the railroad museum too, keep doing what you do, to keep these wonderful girls of history around and running, so more generations can experience them too

[@ryano.5149]

Ya know, I was never a huge fan of the outside frame locomotives, but because of this channel, they have definitely grown on me! It's one thing to see the photos in the books, it's another to watch a charismatic dude video himself playing guitar on the pilot! lol

[@TheEasternVirginiaRailfan]

Fantastic video Hyce, The Durango and Silverton is a beautiful railroad with the mountains, the trees, the amazing views, and especially the steam locomotives.

[@jimlamberton2435]

It was a pleasure to see the joy you had in sharing your experience. I am not a steam guy, but I loved this video.

[@lynxoflight72]

holy moly i cant help but gasp and listen in awe to that whistle in the mountains. that is so amazing! im german so i wont see something quite like this any time soon, but ill have to check out some german heritage railroad stuff

[@chesterlouis8361]

Hyce, you should take a hike up to Maine and check out the WW&F. They have the oldest operating Portland Locomotive Works, 0-4-4RT 2 foot gage locomotive in at least the US. They are are also building a New 2-4-4RT Forney, The frame is built. the cylinder block is machined and mounted. Drivers are turned, pilot and trailing trucks are made. The boiler is under constructed. This railroad is what narrow gage is built for. Check it out. ✌

[@rocker1052]

I gotta say your channel has single handedly re-ignited my love and passion for trains and train history keep up the good work man.

[@Longhorn061]

I love the fact I’m going in and working on all this stuff in like 25 minutes

[@Hyce777]

Aye! Bummed I didn't get to meet you this go around, and thankful for the gift that you left with Will for me.... :D

[@Longhorn061]

@@Hyce777 what did the 3/4 idiots say about the gift

[@Hyce777]

@@Longhorn061 They were very excited

[@allenhall4689]

Man I could listen to that for days and days......

[@taylorellertson5309]

Me and my wife went last year for our honeymoon and it’s such an amazing train ride and all the history is awesome! I would recommend highly taking the trip

[@wolfpack6350]

God that sound of the lonesome whistle echoing in the distance is just... religious, the sound is just beautiful. Plus I would love to hear that 3 chime in Railroads Online at some point down the road, that would be amazing lol.

[@kevino6618]

Got to say, the sound of those locos working hard in the still winter air is amazing!

[@mtfgamma6257]

eyyy, 473, thats my girl, was a fireman for her for a summer or two. best job ive ever had

[@maxum96]

Nice video Mark! I have agree with you on the sound in the canyon. It's phenomenal! Rio Grande narrow gauge locomotives have some of the best sounding whistles. I know the diamond stacks were standard fare from about the 1950's to 1981when Charles Bradshaw bought the D&S, but I'm so glad they're normally not on the locomotives anymore.

[@bluebear6570]

I rode the line back in 1974 when it still was operated by the D&RGW RR. It was a once in a lifetime experience for me, being from a country on the other side of the Big Pond.

[@JohnWorsham-k1h]

Whether you know it or not Huce, The Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge does go through some of the most spectacular scenery in the South Western part of Colorado and I, like other railroad enthusiasts recommend taking the train whenever possible. It has never failed me or my love of railroading fun. I may not be a railroad employee at heart, but I sure could be with my fascination of the narrow gauge railroads Colorado has.

[@frayziedaisy]

some tears just rolled off my face watching this video what a beautiful story what beautiful outfits what a beautiful time ❤️

[@rusty_gold_garage7138]

Wow the sights and the sounds were just beautiful and magic. You know watching this video made all the troubles of life just go away. Thanks for this video Hyce it made my day.

[@Mildcat743]

The similarities between the D&S and Wales' Talyllyn Railway are somewhat fascinating to me. They're some of the only places where you can truly step back in time, and see the railroads of yesteryear alive and well today.

[@TheOneTrueDragonKing]

Well this was an AMAZING video. Thank you for taking us on your journey to hallowed ground for you and for us railfans; and you are right the sound is heavenly, absolutely magical coming off the canyon.

[@ScotchStand]

My day is now made. The sounds are something else.

[@ScotchStand]

one of the best videos I've watched this year so far

[@QuebecGamer20]

One Day, wether it be in 5 or 15 years, Ill go to Colorado and ride one of these charters. Also WOW the sounds are absolutely AWESOME

[@ThatBIGTRAINGuy]

Great sentiment in this video and great footage too. I'm in the UK, and I think of NG Rio Grande country as my spiritual home. I'm coming over in July (solo) for a trip largely tracing Rio Grande history from Salt Lake City to Denver, of course riding the D&S and the C&T. I can't wait to be there, and I can't wait to see what videos I produce. Thanks Dude! Simon

[@PlanesPlease]

Man, as a Coloradan who has gone up to the mountains and all the ghost towns it is just so sad to see what we’ve lost. It is so beautiful though watching these mighty engines through the mountains. I wish we could bring back more.

[@Hyce777]

I can believe that, mate. Sad that so much is gone, but so many more places lost more, or never had any of what we do.

[@christopherspringer2764]

I love the finger shot in the roundhouse footage. I've gotten a few of those myself!

[@zacharyhaag5989]

This was one of the best videos I’ve seen on the channel. Way to go!

[@RGH2007]

This is why I love the narrow gauge, I love hearing the sound of a steam engine stomping its way through, especially the narrow gauge. If you haven’t figured out I’m a Colorado native and I learned about the D&RGW back in 2020 and from there I just fell in love. I love seeing the old schemes on the locomotives. From 468 having an older scheme to the infamous bee scheme on my favorite C-16. If I’d knew and was able to go I would’ve and I would’ve looked similar to you guys… whatever a teen boy looked like in the 1970s. This is why I love railroads

[@LeviBooker]

Love the videos, Mark! Always great audio and views. Getting to see y’all laughing, cracking jokes, and enjoying yourselves are some of the best parts of the experience you never get to see in a lot of videos. Keep up the great work!

[@Dallen9]

Deep in the mountains where Steam Never died, a little Railroad Exists that keeps the steam going, generations after the last locomotives long left the other lines. Though it's not as big as it was in the golden era of steam locomotion, it still runs the last steam engines that were bought for its' lines.

[@iamzane7995]

I loved that slip at 4:23. I was in car 212 when we passed you guys at 14:45.

[@santinojozefmiller7721]

3:51 that clip can be found on Lots And Lots Of Trains Vol 2 dvd.

[@gogofuntime_yt]

When I heard that whistle in the first clip in the valley, I literally I had chills. I don't get to say that often.

[@bear470]

Pro gamer move, when the good audio portion comes up, close your eyes and just listen. Such an amazing sound.

[@calebrimer2870]

Was amazing seeing you guys

[@questionblechoices]

The sounds from this video are awesome! Hope to go hear it for myself one day.

[@royreynolds108]

The line to Durango was finished in 1880. The extension to Silverton was started in 1881 and finished in 1882. This line has never been out of service or abandoned since that time except for an occasional snowstorm, flood, or fire which lasted only a relatively short time. There are only 2 K-27s left which both operate; one in Michigan on the Huckleberry RR No 464 and the other on the C&TS No 463. The 464 has 455s boiler because we found the throttle valve with 455 stamped on it during rebuild. From Rockwood to Silverton is a time machine in that the railroad is the only practical way to access the canyon which looks like it did when the line was built in 1881-82. The C&TS out of Antonito to Cumbres Pass can be taken for 1880.

[@NomNom_Jay]

Any steam locomotives that are still maintained and ran is a marvel to how well engineered they really are, the people who see steam locos as over rated just don’t understand how they turned transportation into what it is today, mad respect to anyone who keeps these magnificent machines alive for as long as they can 😄

[@tobinrowe9558]

Went to Durango for the first time with my dad last summer. Both 476 and 473 were on our train. The whole experience was everything I imagined it would be, and then some. I'll definitely be back someday. My dad wasn't much of a train person before, but I think with our experience on the D&S, I've turned him into a casual railfan.

[@MidKitz]

Oh man, this is GORGEOUS! Excellent cinematography, Hyce!!