Union Pacific 844 Cab Ride From Walsenburg, CO to Pueblo, CO Part 6

[@northerncalirails2008]

Whistle sounds gorgeous!

[@freeamericausa1]

As a life long train fan. I wonder if everybody else watching had the same tingle from seeing those railroad workers waving...like the little boy I once was, when the pleasure, and love of railroading became more than our dreams? Thanks to all who provided this video that TOOK ME BACK to the early 1960's again.

[@1965macondo]

It is every child and grown man's dream !!! Thanks a lot for posting this jewel.

[@jasonbaird1645]

Every time I hear 844's whistle, I'm reminded of my childhood. My province in Canada operated a steam-powered excursion train from the mid-70s until 1999. Among the districts it passed through was West Vancouver, which has had a ban on train horns since 1958. The steam locomotive, which was CPR #2860 then operated by BC Rail, was the only locomotive that was exempt (along with its backup locomotive). It wasn't just that people didn't mind the steam whistle, they wanted to hear it. One of my two fondest childhood memories is that a couple of times the people of West Vancouver heard #2860's whistle, I was the one who pulled the string. An engineer named Ken Mason gave me a cab ride when I was a 5 year old kid, and he even put me in charge of the whistle. Of course, I could only pull it when he told me to, but to a 5 year old train kid, that was the coolest thing you could possibly imagine. I'm 38 now, and I still remember that day like it was yesterday. On behalf of 5-year-old train kids and 38-year-old train kids everywhere, I want to say thank you to everyone who keeps a few of these magnificent beasts operational. This history is special and should never be forgotten.

[@4501trainman]

Thanks for sharing this great cab-ride on U.P. #844. I was watching the RFD-channel on DISH the other day,and discovered that there is still a Steel-Mill in Pueblo,Colorado that has been in operation for a long time. I hear they use recycled steel now.

[@robertjaent6087]

The chance of a lifetime for sure. Enjoyed all six parts. Many thanks for sharing.

[@tonylaming4994]

What a marvellous insight to the skill and team work by those on the footplate and the controllers back at base. Enjoyed every minute of these videos. From the UK.

[@Papasmurf7597]

Nick. Thank you so much for these wonderful videos. (Bruce F. Raykiewicz, owner/builder of Erie 4-4-2 7597)

[@3964GC]

Thanks for this great series of videos Nick along with Ed Dickens in the cab of 844! What a thrill it must have been to take that ride. I went to college in Alamosa and am familiar with Walsenburg and Pueblo.

[@richardbarben6449]

Outstanding videos kudos to you and UP steam manager and train crews MrEd is a real professional and maestro on 844' s whistle I was fortunate to ride behind this engine and the 3985.Met Steve Lee years ago and glad to hear he has retired (hope he retired those bad cigars when he ran these engines) Once at NRHS convention he asked NS steam manager if he brougt his big engine! Thanks for all 6 videos, they were terrific

[@joaoricardoaraujogranzoto3050]

WHO WANTS HIM TO DO LIKE AGAIN LIKE THAT COMMENT FOR HIM TO SEE

[@trainroomgary]

Wow - Classic steam power. Looking forward to July 23, 2016 / to see the 844 on the main line for Cheyenne Frontier Days. • Cheers from The Detroit & Mackinac Railway 🚂

[@DocHallenstein]

Bravo! I watched it all and learned whistle codes. Short.

[@RailFanRick]

Watched all 6 and this was awesome, makes me want to invent a time machine!

[@axelthebeast1]

Mr. Steve Lee is enjoying his retirement but I am sure he would like to driving the 844 again. Have chased the 844 before and ridden behind her during NRHS convention and it is always a thrilled. We are all waiting to see how the outcome will be with the "611" and NS, would be great to see her back on the rails again. Keep up the good works, it really takes a lot to get this old gals up and running. Thanks

[@3900Class]

I understand the "the end..." UP steam is like Ann addictive drug! Once you get a taste, you are hooked and can't get enough! awesome series. brings back many great memories ;)

[@KillaTbone1]

Thanks for posting/sharing your experience with us railfans Nick. Great Gob!

[@SkipW]

2nd the motion, Thanks for the Excellent Ride & Thumbs UP

[@userAgroWlade]

beautiful ! Greetings from Poland :)

[@lemonhead1193]

It was a good series. Lucky dog.

[@haroldsmuck3569]

Watched all 6 parts and I really enjoyed this presentation, a job well down. (from Canada)

[@NickValdezRRPhotography]

@Stephen Hazen I'm glad! You are correct! I have personally been following UP Steam for 7 years now and there isnt a single excursion they run that i dont know about! thanks for watching!

[@ngreed]

Great job with this series Awesome!!

[@cellogirl11rw55]

I love 844's deep whistle. 😁

[@stevesmith8854]

Just awesome! It's a shame young American males can't experience this reality.

[@joseleoneldamasceno2075]

thank you for the excellent film and travel along with the 844 up where I am in manufacturing on the scale model 1/10 livesteamer here in BRAZIL thank you all until the next trip FERRLEO LIVESTEAMER scale 1/10 BRAZIL

[@adfgfds]

I loved watching this whole thing. Cant wait to see more!

[@steamcountry9523]

IT'S LIKE BEING THERE,THANKS.

[@austinniederjohn9813]

i loved the videos. i wish i was in the cab too

[@stevew270]

Ed and his baby! 844 = Ed's baby, 3985 Steve's baby!

[@antonbruce1241]

Gotta ask...whose baby is 4014????

[@madame-rosalitaduchesse7636]

@@antonbruce1241 ed´ s A N D steve´ s. what else?

[@madame-rosalitaduchesse7636]

Steam engineers dream: hottest girls pin up 🚂🚃👠👠🌞ever. les filles les plus en chaleur. pour toujours.loco a vapeur...i worked in germany as train dispatcher

[@lesmorrow226]

@@antonbruce1241 4014 is 100% Ed's.

[@shannonoakley9771]

Cool footage Nick!!! Really enjoyed it as usual :), Shannon

[@kc0eks]

so awesome.. live near the pueblo yard. they stack cars next to my house

[@davidfrobel7582]

good videos,,thanks..

[@legalflcons]

loving the ride ..oh its finished?

[@NickValdezRRPhotography]

@Shannon Oakley thank you! I'm glad you like them

[@oozlefinch64]

VERY VERY GOOD .

[@NickValdezRRPhotography]

@1965macondo you're very welcome!

[@NickValdezRRPhotography]

@Nick Greed thank you!

[@NickValdezRRPhotography]

oh okay I know your clips! sweet stuff.

[@msoyl1381]

🤩❤

[@OCanalDeVideoGames]

Make again please

[@carburetedseltzer120]

how did you get in the cab of the 844??

[@smeagolplaysgames4517]

Ed Dickens, the engineer, must have given him permission. Other than that, I don't know.

[@Mike-01234]

+SmeagolPlaysMC I read somewhere he got to know Ed somehow.

[@rheintz3480]

Whatever happened to Steve Lee?

[@NEAFarmKid4010]

He retired in 2010 after something like 25 years in the steam program I think.

[@3900Class]

Yeah, I got to ride her across NE on Sept 17 and didn't get squat for decent footage on my camra because it decided to choose that particular day to not work as we were backing around the wye in Bailey Yard *facepalm* But I did get some decent stuff with my digital. ;)

[@JQNAH]

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[@richardbarben6449]

Outstanding videos kudos to you and UP steam manager and train crews MrEd is a real professional and maestro on 844' s whistle I was fortunate to ride behind this engine and the 3985.Met Steve Lee years ago and glad to hear he has retired (hope he retired those bad cigars when he ran these engines) Once at NRHS convention he asked NS steam manager if he brougt his big engine! Thanks for all 6 videos, they were terrific

[@JQNAH]

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[@JQNAH]

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