Soaring the Rails Ep. 5 | Mt Shasta Sunset | May 10, 2024

[@danmarkis3785]

Another beauty!!!!!

[@toddatglencovewoodworks]

The current state of drone technology has certainly enabled folks to share such stunning imagery in a professional manner. Thanks Dan! 😊

[@TheRailfanDan]

Yes you are indeed very correct! It's amazing what we can do with them. Thanks!

[@LouT1501]

Dan, you keep producing stunning videos. This one - and all of the 'soaring' series - are just the thing to watch as a break from the usual rough and tumble YT content. Thank you!

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks so much Lou it really does mean a lot that you're watching and enjoying! I'm not sure how often I'll be able to do them but I don't plan to quit. I have a few others on the list to be edited soon.

[@charlescoghlan2855]

Simply put - Stunning and mesmerizing!! What a perfect time to catch. But that is your skill set quality. Like someone else said, one of the best Soaring the Rails Episodes you have made!! And people actually get paid to run this section, unbelievable!! Thank You.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks so much Charles you're too kind! I know what a terrible job it must be huh??? Haha just kidding!

[@dab1068]

Simply magnificent. Thanks for sharing Dan. You are so good at this.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks so much you're too kind! I am glad I can share it and that so many appreciate it so much.

[@markb3786]

Dan is the most under-subscribed content creator on KZbin. Another beautiful addition to his channel.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thank you very much Mark you're too kind!

[@ivanoffw]

When you first asked the question about doing the soaring the rails videos, I figured do what you want. The way you were able to go for so long without making several cuts was great to just enjoy the scenery. I don't know what you can do to improve on this type of video, but I am sure you will find a way to continually amaze us with your talent. The choice of music accompanying the video was nearly perfect. Keep this type of video coming.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Well thanks so much for your kind words! Not sure how often I will be able to do these but I do not have any plans to quit them!

[@thomasmackowiak]

Mt. Shasta is magnificent looming over the Union Pacific's Black Butte Subdivision, Dan! Thank you for sharing this short video with us.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks Thomas! It's really amazing how the mountain is just right there in your face. I never get tired of being there and gazing at it.

[@locomotives9217]

Absolutely amazing footage, Thank you.

[@kenwoodbury1888]

Gloriously beautiful. Perhaps you have done it before, but it was nice to put a face to the voice. Thank you for another great video.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Not too many times but it might happen a bit more from time to time.

[@Toad-In-A-Puddle]

It's as if I'm operating the train and I get to enjoy this scenery while on the job. Now if I could just get paid to watch this from the comfort of my own home as I "pretend" to be the conductor or engineer 😊

[@TheRailfanDan]

Ha yeah that would be great wouldn't it!

[@SuperPhester]

I live in SE Washington, Never got a chance to really see MT SHASTA in it's glory. Thank you Dan!!

[@argeesart8567]

I don't know why but, there was something a little more melancholy in this "Soar"...maybe it was the time of day or the music, or both, but I know it was over all too soon! Loved it...Great video...Thank you!

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks so much glad you enjoyed! I know it wasn't very long and I kind of wish I had done more but the sun was fading quite fast in the moment.

[@argeesart8567]

@@TheRailfanDan 🙂

[@jamiejmasters4818]

Railways are so unique in the way they fit into the landscape rather than dominating it like freeways & highways, especially in the times between trains like Dan has captured here so well.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks so much Jamie!

[@Zsolti0NYM]

The lights are indeed amazing here. Mt. Shasta is even more impressive from the ground than from the air. Really majestic mountain. Looks like this is a remote area and there are no distractions. Everything is quiet and peaceful. I'm sure crews loves to work on this route. Wonderful aerial footage Dan and I like the ending a lot. You have a neat SUV.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thank you Z! You could easily camp right there next to the tracks where I was and you wouldn't be disturbed by anything but the trains. I have had that Jeep for about a year and a half now and it has already taken me to places I wouldn't have been able to make it in my previous Nissan including the spot in this video.

[@StormySkyRailProductions]

What a Great video, flight and wonderful views! Thanks so much for sharing with us all, Dan! Beautiful work, Cheers! (Dave).

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks a lot Dave!

[@Grainexpress]

Very cool video! Such beautiful scenery!

[@Oregontrailblazin]

I love Yehezkel Raz and the show thanks !

[@fredwilliams6843]

Your site is called Railfan Dan but it’s always very nice to see a train.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Most of my videos have trains but these Soaring the Rails videos are a bit different.

[@camauedd8042]

Was up there just last week....

[@TheRailfanDan]

Right on! It's a marvelous region.

[@thomasmaughan4798]

2:40 Southbound at 41.544249° -122.185392° at Andesite. Late afternoon sunlight. As perfect flying as I've seen.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks so much Thomas!

[@kendall1728]

Will you be chasing the 4014 next month as it makes it's way from Cheyenne to Sacramento? I plan to catch it through Feather River from Keddie.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Yes! From Salt Lake to Oroville and then again from Ogden to Cheyenne.

[@dennisworkmansr.714]

I think you should show more cameo shots of yourself, I really enjoy the shorter versions.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks Dennis some others have said I should show myself more also. Great I was hoping folks would enjoy the shorter videos!

[@waynedoeblin6801]

Hello Dan,sunsets are magical aren’t they.Do people climb that Mt Shasta?

[@TheRailfanDan]

I assume so but I do not know to what extent.

[@richblacklock]

Dan, with a clear line of sight, and assuming from your location, what’s the maximum range of the drone? Another awesome video! Thanks.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks Rich! Well these days the range of drones are just insane. The Mavic 3 Pro that I use most of the time I once watched a guy on a video here fly it 5 miles away and back! Incredible.