Shelf Layout Update | A Year in Review - No Regrets
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- "The most regretful people on earth are those who felt the call to creative work, who felt their own creative power restive and uprising, and gave it neither power nor time". - Mary Oliver
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Your layout is an inspiration for me and your words of wisdom have completely changed my approach to the hobby. I've not had a railroad in 25 years but felt motivated to get back into the hobby. I've spent the last month designing the layout and I really enjoy that aspect of the hobby but I realized it would be many months before I could even run a train. But after watching your videos I've decided to just build a small part of the layout and enjoy all the facets of the hobby and then decide if I want to move on and build the entire railroad. Building the smaller switching layout was going to take some time so I bought some unitrack and set up a small switching layout on my desk. I bought a locomotive, a couple box cars and Digitrax and have been having a blast just moving cars around. The equipment is so much better now with sound and realistic precise movement that switching cars around is actually fun. I look forward to you new videos I'm always learning something new.
Thank you for sharing Ducati. Your words and analysis describe my sentiments concerning the model railroad in the 21st century exactly! ~ Boomer.
Fantastic !!! Very inspirational. Thank you for the motivation.
Thank you for sharing! 😁
As the poet Paul Valéry has been quoted: “A work is never completed, but merely abandoned.” - It seems a layout is never completed, more details or changes can always be added, right up until the point it is sold off, given away, donated, or tossed in the dumpster to make room for the next layout. Thanks for the journey (so far) along the Glover Road. Looking forward to more videos, more operations, and more model railroad philosophy. Keep 'em coming and thanks! Paul
Thanks for sharing! ~ Boomer.
Thanks for sharing your work. There’s not many ‘switching layouts’ on here, at least I haven’t run across them. But during college I had a 10’ x 18” layout that, like you say, allowed for an escape from life’s stresses. Just track, cork roadbed, and popsicle stick levers and thread for remote switching kept me busy moving cargo for Norfolk Southern 😎. Some fun dorm-life memories right there. Thanks for taking me back (the rolling stock and motive power are safely stored, so she will live again!).
That sounds great! I bet you revisit the hobby soon again with some great ideas as well. Thanks for commenting. Cheers ~ Boomer.
I'm building a module myself..
Love what you have done I've had a quadruple bypass and 3 strokes and still playing with my trains, N scale
Bob Cooney
Salt Lake City Utah
Good to hear! Keep having fun. Cheers.
Leaning on the everlasting arm ..... love the music and your diarama/layout
I know eh . . . great tune. I like to drop it in now-and-again. Cheers ~ Boomer
Boomer, I've been lurking and enjoying your videos. I am myself building an 8' x 2' diorama layout, and have taken a lot of your advice to heart. Well done, sir! Your layout is stunning. Can't wait to see how you complete it! Thanks for the lessons!
That is awesome! Thanks for sharing that. Cheers. ~ Boomer.
Love the layout, especially the use of structures , great realistic track work and the size is about right too! Also love BC and Vancouver too!
Awesome, thank you!
Thank you for the journey. Time flies when you're having fun! Aye Hoser! I Live in Bethlehem, PA. Home of the Lehigh Valley Railroad. Boomer, I love your creative Idea and that concept module that you came up with.. I will use your concept as a muse to inspire my efforts.
Very cool! Sounds great. You live in the capitol of Railroad Steel! Cheers.
@@boomerdiorama YES SIR!!!
I'm going to chime in and echo a lot of the same sentiments that have already been expressed countless times in the comments section, but I'm incredibly grateful that I found your channel and for your willingness to bring us into your process. I've recently rediscovered my love for model trains, but I have a tremendous amount of catching up to do, as I've been out of the game for years. You've shown me that this doesn't have to be an intimidating hobby and the value and economy of a small layout. Thanks for demonstrating through this beautiful work of art that this hobby can be both aspirational and attainable.
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, because you basically summed up my sentiments. I want to take you along my journey through bliss and sometimes pain, as we all glean the wonderful blessings this fantastic hobby has to offer people from every walk of life. ;-)
Thanks Boomer for what you have done and all the info you have shared! Your a huge asset to the MR TH-cam world.
I appreciate that! Cheers to you! ~ Boomer.
What a great inspiration! I started collecting materials for a streetcar shelf layout when first introduced to your channel. Available space between bookshelves on the end wall of my home office approximates the 8' x 16" of your diorama. Your advice and great how-to modeling are invaluable encouragement to tackle the project. Regards, KROY.
That is awesome! I considered doing a 1/35 scale streetcar Diorama as well. I also have an O Scale street car kit I have yet to build. Sounds good! Go for it! ~ Boomer
You are doing an excellent job for both yourself, and the hobby's community at large. You sure have me involved, especially in the weathering and the look of the layout I am doing for myself.
Wow, thank you! Cheers ~ Boomer.
I can't believe the speed control on those locos. I thought I was seeing things. Great information here, again.
Me neither . . . lol. That is ESU Loksound v5 for you. Without a doubt, they have the best (Back EMF) motor control. Cheers.
@@boomerdiorama What's the minimum amount of new equipment I'd need to get to convert my DC layout to the same type of controls you have? Obviously, a new DCC loco, (can you recommend a particular brand?) but what are all the other components needed to get my switching layout AND loco running at those scale speeds? I guess I'm not as concerned with the sound, but if that's part of the deal, fine! With a small switching layout, smooth, steady, SLOW, consistent speeds is my goal. Yours looks great. Thanks!
@@signman9328 Try to get a locomotive with Loksound decoder . . or if you can install one of these in almost any locomotive if you have basic soldering skills. You can get this guy to do it for you ( he is great!): th-cam.com/users/MotownModelsvideos or do it yourself with one of these: www.ovrtrains.com/ESU-58821-HO-LokSound-V5-DCC-Direct-Sound-Decoder-397-58821.html
Conversion to DCC on the track is simple really. Wire it with bus, isolate the turn-outs if you can, then get one of these: www.ovrtrains.com/NCE-25-Power-Cab-DCC-System-2-amp-of-power.html
Boomer! It’s been nice to ride along with you and watch this little layout evolve into something so exquisite! I’ve enjoyed your videos and I’m looking forward to many more! Thank you for showing us all the tips and tricks, and techniques that you’ve used. It really is nice to see different methods and ideas from other modellers. Really puts a new perspective on the modelling process. Thank you very much for showing all of us! Cheers 🍻
Glad you enjoyed it and thank you so much for your kind support. I appreciate your comments as well. Bless you friend ~ Boomer.
I’ve been along for the ride for quite a while now and have enjoyed every minute of it and learned a great deal along the way. No doubt like many I have dreams of a layout that occupies acreages but realistically a smaller footprint is all I am likely to achieve. Around the world many have adapted to this reality and produced fine layouts in confined spaces. One format that seems to have a strong following in the UK is the Inglenook. Perhaps what you have developed here should be called the Anglenook. 😉
The community you have gathered around this channel may be small in number but it is big in heart and mind. Many thanks for creating that.
Thank You for that Ian. The layout is like a "Canadian" Anglenook. Cheers. ~ Boomer.
The mood the music sets for this scene is perfect. I designed my layout theme based solely on how Randy Newman’s Baltimore made me feel about run down city derelict sections of town where the trains usually run. There’s a beauty in the degradation of industrial urban scenery and I’ve always felt as an artist it was my duty to document that interplay of the man mad vs time and nature. I know you have a similar philosophy and that’s why I come here so often. Thanks for your time. -christian
I love the "back-alley" feel of urban railroads'. It's the places we seldom go with unique character to be found artistically for sure.
I never wanted to build a diorama because I thought it would be too much work. I was wrong, to reach this level of detail is an obscene amount of work. I remember this first time I watched this thinking “holy crap, a year to build this?” Well, 9 months into my build and It looks like I might actually finish in a year. Then I’m finding another hobby.
Anywhoo, I was being sarcastic, but yes, it’s work, it’s rewarding and I’ll keep doing it because like you said before, every artist should build a diorama and you are absolutely correct.
One diorama will lead to another. It's like a disease . . . lol
Your layout looks great! And much thanks for taking the time to produce all the excellent videos. I’ve watched many and have learned a lot. I like your down-to-earth approach, and I hope you continue posting. On the question of layout size, I agree with your thoughts that smaller ones have strong arguments in their favour - gaining a sense of accomplishment being one. For awhile I’ve thought that once a layout exceeds a certain size - I’m not certain what size that is, but let’s say ‘big’ - it can stop being a pleasant and satisfying hobby and transform into something more like a job. Anyway, again, thanks for all the work you’ve put into this! I’m learning a lot.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and observations. I also appreciate the compliments. Larger layouts are not necessarily better layouts. The layout needs to serve the interests of the modeler. If I built the "footprint" to prototypical standards, it would have been boring. Cheers ~ Boomer.
You are a new perspective in the hobby. Everything is not getting as many locomotives you can but getting the quality out of what you have. I like your creativity which is different.
Thank you very much! What is strange is, my favorite locomotive is one of the cheapest as well (Walther's GP9 with one cheesy flywheel and it crawls like silk). Go figure. Cheers ~ Boomer.
Hey Boomer, you've made a superb diorama looking shelf layout, proving to be an inspiration to many in the modelling community. Thank you for that, and I look forward to your future uploads. All the best and forever learning and trying your techniques. Brian @ The Angels.
Thank You! Just having fun like everyone else. I'm glad I build this and was able to share it with everyone. Cheers ~ Boomer.
The great thing about this diorama is that the train crews can stop for ice cream!
Lol . . . and a coffee! Cheers. ~ Boomer.
Your tips n tricks are both educating and helpfull! I wouldve never found out about the product Golden Fiber Paste if it wernt for you Sir! Ive tried alot of pastes, even mixed my own.. but nothing comes near that Fiber paste. So a BIG thank you to you Boomer for sharing!
Glad it was helpful! The Golden products are a little pricey but I find them to be the best quality out there. Thank You for your support as well! Cheers ~ Boomer.
I appreciate your encouraging words. I'm attempting a modest layout and need your example of content and detailed finish.
You can do it!
Thank you for sharing your journey. It has been very inspirational for me. A couple of months ago I stumbled across this channel. I thought wow I can learn a lot as I revisit this hobby. N vs HO. Big vs small layout. DC vs DCC. And so on. So I started at the first video on your channel and have been reconfiguring parts of my basement for a ...... small shelf layout! I'm still working out what time period and what I want to compress into the space. So again, thanks!
Wonderful! My time period spans twenty years or so when it comes to rolling stock. Even then almost anything is possible on a short line shelf layout.
@@boomerdiorama So I'm at the point of scene composition. I live in the St. Louis area, with the Mississippi and the Illinois river converging. 4 major railroads are on both sides of the rivers. With a few short lines. If I go back 20 years its even more railroads. Cool! And a bit daunting. Lots of possibilities, which I really like. So lots of compression opportunities. I'm really liking the beginning of the River Road. It seems like there are many of the same scene composition issues to learn from. Thanks again.
Awesome as always! As a new subscriber, I spent the weekend reviewing some of the earlier videos and they are all remarkable and I learned things, little things even play a huge roll in a realistic layout! Keep em coming 👍
Awesome, thank you! Cheers ~ Boomer.
Consider me inspired! Perhaps you would one day tell your subscribers what your relevant experience actually is. That would put your work in perspective. Also, maybe list the music you use in each episode. Loved them all. Now taking he plunge weathering some locos! Thanks for what you post.
Good to hear and thank you. All the work relevance is imbedded in the previous content quite often. Maybe a further update down the road but not for now. The music is always listed below in the "Show More" Cheers.
I’m just a rookie from Buffalo, a senior N-scale hobbyist, but I detect a lot of baloney on your channel. Ah-ha, just 💩ing you. This looks great. You have a lot of quality in this layout, and I really enjoyed your analysis. Cheers!
It sure is a great hobby isn't it?😁
I've really your program here. Very realistic. Thanks for sharing it with you.
You are welcome Paul. Cheers ~ Boomer.
Hi Boomer” your layout is short but is one of the best I’ve ever seen and I love all those locomotives thank you for showing us your video!
Thank you very much! Cheers.
This encapsulates everything I am looking to do. I already have an N scale layout but wanted to get into HO. I have very little space left so a traditional HO layout is out of the question so I found an 8’x 16” plan that suites my needs and am very excited to watch it grow and develop. For a lot of us this is the way we can participate in this hobby.
Go for it! This is exactly how I got back into the hobby with no regrets. Shelf layouts are awesome.
Thanks for sharing your modeling talents! Rest a while and enjoy and look ahead for new projects!
Thank you! Will do!
Hi from down under in NZ, I just wait for your next video, I am learning so much from watching, and then i can incorporate some into my layout. I think the hardest thing about doing is the beginning, and if you have to do something again because you are not happy with the result, then you have learned something that can only improve your skills. Cheers, Bill
Welcome! New Zealand, what a beautiful place to live! Thank you for the sub as well. Making mistakes and re-doing things is just part of the process. I have gone over and repainted most of my models several times. Especially the scenery and buildings. And yet . . . I still have loads of details to include. Cheers and happy modelling to you ~ Boomer.
I watch one of your videos everyday !!
I’ve learned so much from your channel
Your layout is a true inspiration for me
Thank you !!!
Awesome! Thank you!
Beautifully done. Love it
Thank you! Cheers!
Boomer, it pretty much goes without saying, your layout is awesome and an inspiration to push one’s self to scratchbuild as much as possible. You have been a great encouragement to me to keep trying new techniques.
I also came to say that it wasn’t until the switchers were entering the foreground turnout that I realized they were running. Well done!
The ESU Loksound DCC Decoders have unbelievable "motor" control. Especially when you convert a standard locomotive that has been previously run in on DC first.
Now THAT is a slow-running loco! 11+ minutes to run 6' or so! Awesome! If you weren't paying attention, you might not even know it was moving! Great 'soundtrack' too, BTW!
ESU Loksound Decoders have unbelievable motor control.
@@boomerdiorama Just so I understand----are locos available with the ESU decoder already installed, or is it always an 'add-on'? And do I need to power my frogs to keep locos from stalling at those speeds?
@@signman9328 Yes, you can buy locos with ESU Loksound Decoders. Best to ask the dealer or store you purchase from.
@@boomerdiorama Is that loco 'geared down' at all or is it the stock gear ratio? I just didn't realize an electric motor could actually turn that slowly just by the way they are designed! Amazing----I might have to get a Powercab and 'modern' loco and try it out myself.
@@signman9328 All my locomotives are stock default with DCC decoders. It's the DCC Decoder, coupled with the Power cab that does the trick. DCC is amazing. So is the inexpensive NCE Power cab which is the best on the market for the money by the way. Then buy a nice DCC sound equipped locomotive of your choice and you are in business. I bought mine here: www.ovrtrains.com/NCE-25-Power-Cab-DCC-System-2-amp-of-power.html If you want the best sound, go for Tsunami 2 , TCS WOW, or ESU Loksound v5. Most of my locomotives are ESU LokSound v5. Cheers. ~ Boomer.
Quite stunning knowing that most everything is scratch built in this piece. Really, it is much more of an art piece rather than a typical layout.
I think it is in many ways. But then the hobby affords such an opportunity if one desires. Which is why the hobby is great! Cheers ~ Boomer.
Great job merry Christmas 🎄👍
Thank you! You too!
Nicely done. You have been very motivated in your project. I wish I could get it for a year, but, fishing is going to take front and center for a while.
Ahh . . . yes . . . of course fishing. Couldn't go this year due to Covid shut down of regional districts. Have fun fishing. Cheers.
Unreal! I love how the far right of screen shows road going downhill- R.Ferencik
Thank you. Road junctions into backdrops are tough to pull off like this. Even then, they only look good from certain angles. Better than nothing I suppose. Cheers.
Another great video man your videos have help out so much I’m building ups trucking terminal in 1/64 it’s based in Kansas City
That's awesome! I bet it turns out great. Take your time and have fun. Cheers ~ Boomer.
Truly inspirational. Thanks for creating this work of art. Can't wait to see what you'll do next.
The new layout starts here: th-cam.com/video/5tVBtTbr1mM/w-d-xo.html 😁
Wow it's been a year? Well congrats. Thanks for sharing. You sure have helped me. Thanks again.
Thank You Vincent. Cheers.
Boomer,another great one.You are very articulate and could probably sell the Great Lakes.You are very easy to listen to and understand.I wish someone would hire you to make videos or a whole how to series for more people to enjoy.Cheers!
Wow, thank you!
Leaning on the everlasting arm🙌🏾 no you’re never finished ! Remember seasons change.
Yes they do. Feels somewhat finished though. Cheers.
nice. my layout doesnt have as many tracks, but it is spread over 2 miles from an interchange. so there are more tacks, just not all cramed together.
Sounds great!
Awesome Video!!!!
Glad you enjoyed it! ~ Boomer
After this gem and when the desire to build a new module down the road grows , I submit a request for you to build a high desert/ high elevation themed remote spur line operation. A time stand still place hidden from the world but still exists if you know where to look. Might be a good challenge modeling realistic desert railroading.
I really like the Mojave Sub area in Southern California. SP/UP/BNSF runs through there with some other locals and branch lines as well.
The bigger manufacturers might ought to take note, I'm thinking with the level of detail engines and rolling stock have gotten, this is becoming art not only model railroading, and railroaders buying these newer pieces are wanting to look at what they've purchased and looking at their newly acquired units on a finely detailed layout such as the one you've pieced together here is I'm sure on everybody's mind to accomplish. As I was listening to you and looking at the different angles you shown on this video, it becomes a movable work of art, and a sense of realism sinks in deep the further you start looking at it, over it, and on it. Makes that person who just spent that close to $400 Rapido engine or $60 Cement Hopper not such a bad deal after all. This is Model Railroading of the future right here I'm a telling yah. You Boomer, know how I feel about your accomplishment here but I'll tell you again. This is the best 8ft × 16" piece work that keeps drawing me back to see what 101 tutorial or redo of realistic engine sounds from newly acquired speakers or even the new LocSound5 electronics that really are rocking at the moment. I'm with you all the way partner lol at least until I fall off the wagon lol 😆
I appreciate your comments and observations Brian. I think you sort of summed up some of my sentiments about running that prized locomotive with some choice rolling stock, every now-and-again, on small realistic looking layout. The approach is rather minimalist, but I have always been rather conservative anyway. It all makes good sense to me. And yes, the pursuit of better sound is also on my agenda as well. Cheers ~ Boomer.
That is a fantastic looking shelf layout,the best I have seen,great job,I look forward to your next project.
Thank you very much! Glad You enjoyed it as well. Cheers ~ Boomer.
I built a N scale coffee table layout based on the Maryland and Pennsylvania Railroad that took me something like 17 years to complete. If I wanted too I could add details for what's left of my life. LOL
It's endless isn't it? I mean one could go an-and-on tweaking things for sure. I sure am glad it's small and self contained though. No stress. Cheers.
Fantastic work
Thank you! Cheers!
I Always enjoy your videos and the beautiful layout, looking forward to seeing what happens next 😊
Me too! Cheers ~ Boomer
In this video one can see the knobs below the diorama. I assume these are your switch controls? I have been watching the channel for a while, but haven’t gotten through all the earliest ones, yet. Is there an episode where you discuss install or operation of the switches? Are they operated manually or electronic?
Here is a short clip on how I installed the turnout controls. Scroll down to the link in description for options: th-cam.com/video/FLz1sBrhHJ0/w-d-xo.html Cheers.
Well done. Cheers - Larry.
Always good to hear from you Larry. Thank You bud. Cheers ~ Boomer.
Like your setup, mine is 24" wide.
My new layout 'River Road' is 24" wide. 😁
Great progress and you're right, small layout doesn't mean "small fun"
I built 4 small layouts and have linked them together into one "big" layout now. Cheers.
Sounds great! That is the idea. Building smaller signature scenes and then joining them up later is how I see it. This way you get separate locations on one layout. Even then, you might find yourself operating in one small favorite area. Cheers.
@@boomerdiorama Over two years ago and I found this video again - this layout really was great... Was a sad day when you announced its Chop 😔
🎼Leaning On The Everlasting Arms🎼, 06/02/2021
You bet! Cheers.
1st time I've seen Glover road (been following River road for a year now),both those layouts are absolutely superb,we all aim for realism but few achieve it but you have 👍 where is Glover road now ?
It is hanging on the wall.😁
@@boomerdiorama could you not "join" Glover road & River road together in the future ?
Checked out the intersection on Google maps street view... the model looks great to me, as a grain elevator fan especially. Now, if only someone made a South Dakota Soybean Producers hopper like the Google car camera captured...
I drive by that location every day. Lots of action but not anymore. No service since last October 2020. Here is a link to the elevator up close I did: th-cam.com/video/FOvxFRrGEVM/w-d-xo.html
Boomer, it can't be done yet... your still missing the grain dump location on the track for the elevator auger.... but other wise it is in every way! I do believe that your talk of a chain link fence would turn that corner from just perfect to just a little busy you'll find.. I could be wrong. Thank you for sharing and inspiring some of us to start small and not worry about the "empire." By the time you have two or three under your belt your well on your way to the "basement empire" we have in our heads that seem so daunting that we never take the first steps...
Yes, for sure. Lot's of little details like the grain silo etc. I won't be using chain-link fence. Just some random barbed-wire fence here and there which is everywhere out here. Cheers and thanks for supporting the channel with your comments. ~ Boomer.
"The most regretful people on earth are those who felt the call to creative work, who felt their own creative power restive and uprising, and gave it neither power nor time." - Mary Oliver
"For the artist, the model railroad is particularly unique in that it is an open canvas with no end." ~ Boomer
1:10 awesome shot
Thank You! Cheers.
Excellent layout
Many thanks!
You made a slightly misleading statement; 8'x16" does not meet the size requirement for NMRA's Master Model Railroader Scenery Certificate. In HO Scale, 32 square feet is required (a full sheet of plywood). N Scale requires 18 square feet. However, there's enough flexibility in the MMR requirements that earning the Scenery Certificate is not required and enough of the other Certificates could be earned on this smaller footprint. That being said, your 10 square feet certainly look better and is probably more enjoyable to operate than almost all chase-the-tail 4'x8' table layouts in existence. I think it's time for the NMRA to re-examine their minimum size requirement.
Thank You for clearing that up. I was vague on the requirement in terms of a footprint, and I agree with your suggestion of re-examining the minimum size requirement. Cheers ~ Boomer.
@@boomerdiorama One caveat to the requirement, is that the 32 sq. ft. do not have to be on the same layout. So it can be a culmination of a couple shelf layouts, a module, maybe a coffee table loop. As long as everything meets the finished requirements, it can be counted.
@@milwmodeler3752 Good to know. Thank You for sharing that information! Cheers.
What does it mean to get NMRA certificates?
If you want to achieve a "Master Model Roader" status with the NMRA you need to complete pre-requisite certificates based on certain categories to achieve the (MMR) status. You can find out about them on their website (www.nmra.org).
@@boomerdiorama
Ohhhhh okay cool.
Thanks!
Any nicer, it would be REAL ! 👽
O.K. Mulder . . . lol. Just kidding . . . thank you for the compliment. P.S. The first two seasons of X-Files were the best . . . the production went of the rails after that. Cheers ~ Boomer.
🤔😊👍
Cheers Steve! ~ Boomer
What ya gonna do now?...🤷♂️. Just kidding lol.
1 year&she"s mint.🚂🚃🇨🇦
, , , exhale . . . lol.
Great video, would like to reach out offline if willing to do so. Haven't been able to find your email.
Thank You for supporting the channel. :-) Cheers.
I like the unfinished graffiti
You raise a good point there. I will consider this. Thank You ~ Boomer.
It's done when you say it's done but is a model railroad ever really done? Always new products on the market.
Yes Bob! That is the beauty of the model railroad. It is an open canvas with no end. ~ Boomer
Combine the two layout
Great idea!😁
I've seen grass grow faster! ;-)
Lol . . . Darn . . . now I have to go cut the grass. I hate cutting the grass . . . Cheers ~ Boomer.
Need a guy with a weed eater, but I remember, no people.
@@hondachopper6978 You never know . . . things can change with the seasons . . . lol.
🎼Leaning On The Everlasting Arms🎼, 06/02/2021
Yes . . . of course. Great tune, but don't want to use it up too early . . . Cheers.