Railroad and Model Railroad Adventures in Altoona PA!
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- In September and October, I traveled to Virginia and Pennsylvania for 6 and a half weeks. At the beginning of the trip, I went to Altoona, Pennsylvania, for "N-Scale Weekend." Along with that event, I enjoyed a number of other railroad and model railroad activities while in Altoona, including Horseshoe Curve, the club of the Altoona Association of Model Railroaders, and the Railroaders Memorial Museum. In this video, I tell you about these activities so that you can enjoy them as well, if you travel there.
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Thanks for the visit, and for highlighting our chat! It was a delight to meet you in person. We hope to see you again next year. All the best!
Hello, Lee! It was fantastic to meet you at N-Scale Weekend and to read your comment here. Hopefully, I'll see you there again next year. ...Roy
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Hi Roy! Thanks for sharing your trip back inside the US in the past 3 years. Altoona is definitely on my bucket list but living in the Central US, it's not a quick drive for me. Take care and we will see you around! - Jason
Thanks, Jason. It would be great to meet up with you in Altoona some time. ...Roy
Thanks for sharing, and it was a joy to get to meet you and your lovely partner while you were here. You truly are a gift to the hobby.
Thanks so much, my friend. It was really nice to see you there and to hear from you again. ...Roy
This was a wonderful video, showing a lot of the great things you can see in Altoona, PA. I was thrilled to know you were going and to meetup with you there. As always you are a great ambassador of our fine Hobby. Thanks for all that you do for the hobby and promoting it. I was happy to meetup with you there, and get to talk with you for a while too. Check out 12:16, I finally met Roy, the Man, Myth, and Legend! Stay safe out there.
Thanks so much for your comment, Big G. I just have to say that it was a real pleasure and honor to meet you at N-Scale Weekend. All of my best friends are model railroaders. ...Roy
Thanks for sharing with us Roy glad you had a great time. I have miss watching your videos.
Thanks for your comment, Gary. I really do need to get back to making regular progress on the layout and videos. ...Roy
Nice to see you back Roy, glad you finally got to see family again. That's true dedication to walk those steps, thanks for sharing your trip. Prayers for both of you- health and we'll being. Stay safe
I am glad you got to come to the states to see your family and of course the trains. I really wanted to go but real life got in the way. Thanks for sharing. Dave
It was tons of fun, Dave. It would be great to meet you there, if you can come the next time. ...Roy
Hey Roy, Glad to see you looking good and stepping back on "Home Turf" again in the Keystone State my friend. I appreciate you posting the Vid and
documenting the visit. I'm hoping to attend next year as the weekend for Altoona has moved away from the Forksville Weekend. After seeing all the Vids posted,
I'm envious of all who got to go. It is truly a celebration of N-Scale Model Railroading with a lot of great people in attendance.
God Bless & Happy Holidays to you and yours !!!!
Thanks so much, my friend. It's always good to get back to Pennsylvania. I feel like I am home, where I'm supposed to be, whenever I'm there. ...Roy
Thanks Roy that was nice I enjoyed that ..
Thanks for your comment, my friend. It was a pleasure to share my experience with you in this video. ...Roy
Awesome video!! Thanks for promoting our club and the hobby. We'll be hosting the 2023 N-Scale Weekend on September 17 & 18, 2023 at the same venue.
Thanks so much, Zach. It was a wonderful experience, being there. I'm delighted to hear that N-Scale Weekend is planned again for 2023, and with any luck, I will be able to come. ...Roy
Thank you Roy for sharing your experiences in Altoona. In 2007 while driving from the DC area to Niagara Falls, I took a one hour break at the curve. So much more to see there I really want to get back, maybe during N Scale weekend.
Thanks for your comment, my friend. Good to hear from you. ...Roy
Great Video Roy! Glad to see you back and that you enjoyed your time away from your layout! 😀👍 Looking forward to more videos! Cheers!
Thanks, Piero. Now I need to get back to working consistently on my layout and videos. ...Roy
So happy you are posting again Roy! Thanks for the video.
It's always a pleasure, my friend. Thanks for your comment. ...Roy
Hi Roy, Thanks for uploading the video and it was great to finally me you and your wonderful wife in person at the Altoona N Scale Weekend. Hopefully we'll meet again at another show in the near future. I think it's neat when the various short line and regional railroads pay homage to fallen flags. The North Shore's Erie Lackawanna inspired paint scheme on SW1500 1944 looks great. What's interesting is I may have worked on that locomotive back when it was still NS 2211. Cheers, Rich S.
Hiya Rich! Thanks for your comment. We had tons of fun on our trip. It was especially wonderful to meet you and so many other friends at N-Scale Weekend. ...Roy
So glad to see you were well enough to travel.
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Thanks, Mark. I had some concerns about the trip beforehand, but we had a wonderful time. What a pleasure to share it with you! ...Roy
Great travel log Roy, Welcome back and thanks for the wonderful update. Makes a good morning with a cup of coffee. Stay well!
Thanks, Craig. It was a real pleasure to share the experience with you. ...Roy
Hi Roy great video👍 we need model railroading video of the year awards because you could have won first place 🥇 video of the year 😃 it’s nice to see you and it’s great to see that you spent time with your family thanks for Sharing Roy 😃
Thanks so much, Sean. I really appreciate your very kind words. It's always a pleasure to share the hobby with you. ...Roy
@@n-scaleunionpacificevansto6569 your welcome Roy happy thanksgiving 🦃
Roy, glad you enjoyed your trip. Thanks for showing it 😊👍.
Thanks, Stephen. We had tons of fun, and it was delightful to share the experience with you. ...Roy
Looks like a great trip Roy, glad you could finally get out and enjoy it..cheers
The trip was tons of fun, Jason. And so was sharing it with you in this video. ...Roy
Great video Roy. I didn’t realize there was so much train stuff to do in Altoona. Now that I think about it, one of the offset duplicators I operated way back in the day, the AB Dick, had there Townsend Industry’s T-51 Head made there. That company is long gone today. I’m pretty sure 🤔I can talk my wife into a visit there next year. That really is a beautiful state. Thanks buddy!
I hope you can come next year, Patrick. It would be great to see you there. ...Roy
Thank you for showing us all this, it looks really nice and pretty interesting to see. I hope the trip was very fun and worthwhile, it was worth the long break Roy.
Thanks so much for your comment, Trey. I want you to know how much I appreciate it. ...Roy
It was FANTASTIC meeting you in PA! This is a great re-cap of a super fun weekend!
Hello, my dear friends Jasmine and Frank! N-Scale Weekend was wonderful! Most of all, it was a delight to meet you and so many other model railroad friends there. ...Roy
Roy, SO good to see you posting! Looked like a great trip, thanks for sharing. Still praying for your health issues!
Thanks, my friend. The trip was wonderful, and so was making a video about it. Thanks for watching. ...Ry
So that's where you been, been wondering where you're at I'm glad your health would look good enough for you to make this trip now climbing all those stairs that's dedication, happy to see your back Roy😃👍
194 steps works out to about 119 feet (36⅓ meters). My over/under for Roy is 42 minutes for the up portion, which isn't too shabby!! 🙂
Thanks, Charles. I certainly got my exercise going up the stairs that day. ...Roy
What a wonderful video Roy. I am glad you were able to travel back and see a few things and of course visit your Mom. I hope she is doing good and I hope that you are doing better or at least able to get things taken care of. Sounds like a great N scale weekend in Altoona, must try and see that one year myself. Leonor was looking good and I wish you both a safe and good Holiday season.
Thanks, Rob. The trip was tons of fun. I really enjoyed sharing the experience with you. ...Roy
Hi Roy , what a great time back in the States you shared with us 👍😎 Darrell
Thanks, Darrell. I had tons of fun in Altoona, and it was tons of fun to share it with you. ...Roy
You had a great adventure Roy! That part of the country is beautiful and had such a rich railroad history. Glad you had such an enjoyable trip 😃😃
You are so right, Bill: It's a great place to go to for railfanning and model railroading. ...Roy
Roy, Looks like you had a lot of fun on your trip. It was great to see you posting again. Take care of yourself…..John
Thanks, John. The trip was indeed tons of fun. ...Roy
Great to see you again, Roy. We miss you. Maybe I can make it over there someday, looks like there is a lot to see and do. Stay safe!
Thanks, Thom. Yes, indeed, any trip to Altoona will keep you busy for a few days at least. ...Roy
Nice video Roy! Glad you had a great time in Pennsylvania! Good to see your videos again❤️
Thanks, my friend. Now I just need to get back to more consistent work on my layout and videos. ...Roy
Hi Roy good to see you back, What a wonderfull trip, get well and hope more news.
Ron
The trip was wonderful indeed, Ron. I would love to go back again. ...Roy
This alol sounds like fun Roy. I am a regular watcher of Horse Shoe Curve and Altoona on Virtual Railfan...the wonders of the Worldwide web. Always good to plan ahead and somehow so frustrating when you do not get time to complete all you want to do.
Hope you are keeping as well as you can Roy. Cheers, Bob in freezing England.
Great to see you again Roy! Hope you’re feeling better.
Thanks, Randy. Great to hear from you! ...Roy
Hi Roy. Glad to see you back on YT. looks like had a nice trip. enjoyed the video as always.
Thanks, my friend. The trip was delightful. And so was sharing my experience with you in this video. ...Roy
Wow, Roy, you visited Altoona on my 62nd birthday! 🎂 Did you get me an N scale present while you were there? LOL!🤣 Just kidding, buddy! I bet you enjoyed every minute there. Talk about being in N scale heaven!
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Roy: Long time between episodes. Have missed you. Good video. Glad you had a great time.
Thanks, Ken. Now I just need to get back to consistent work on the layout and videos. ...Roy
Thanks for bringing us along. Really enjoyed that.
Nice to see you back Roy. Thanks for the upload.
Thanks, my friend. It's a pleasure to share the hobby with you. ...Roy
Great seeing you at N Scale Weekend!
Thanks, my friend. It was great to see you there as well. I hope we meet again at a future show. ...Roy
Great video Roy & great that you’re back. I went to Rail fair 2022 at the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park in Scottsdale which is an hour, fifteen minute ride from where I live at in Casa Grande. I go there every year except in 2020 due to the pandemic. I’m running my trains more now that the weather is nicer. I rotate my trains & locomotives on my layout as I’m gradually acquiring more double track sections as I will be expanding it and also do a lot of wiring as I strategize work on my layout. Have a Happy Thanksgiving as it will be Thanksgiving in a few days.
Thanks for your comment, Christopher. Train shows are tons of fun, especially because we get to meet friends in the hobby there. A very Happy Thanksgiving to you. ...Roy
I really so glad to see you back in action I'm glad you had an awesome trip that was a great video. I'm hoping to get up to horseshoe curve next September. Can't wait to see you start making some videos on your layout and see what's going on hope you guys have a nice Thanksgiving. Gary
Thanks, Gary. It's always good to hear from you. It would be wonderful if you could get to N-Scale Weekend next year and to meet you there. ...Roy
That would be great just remind me in August, lol. Hope you guys have a nice Thanksgiving
Hi Roy! Missed you. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks, my friend. It's always a pleasure to share the hobby with you. ...Roy
So glad you visited Altoona. Altoona has attracted railfans from around the world. There’s more to come in Altoona in the future. The Railroaders Memorial Museum is restoring a Pennsylvania Railroad K4s steam locomotive no. 1361 to operation, which is currently inside the roundhouse. Once the 1361’s restoration is completed, it will tour Pennsylvania and beyond with PRR passenger cars for excursions and with baggage cars to display exhibits of Altoona’s history (basically a traveling museum on wheels).
Good to hear from you, my friend. I really enjoyed my time in Altoona. With any luck, I will be able to get back there again this coming September. ...Roy
Awesome video Roy. Glad to see you had a good time. I actually seen signs for Altoona last week on the way out and back from Pittsburgh for work.
Thanks, my friend. We had tons of fun in Altoona. What a great place to go to for railfanning and model railroads! ...Roy
Great video Roy ... thanks.
Thanks, Gene. I appreciate your comment. ...Roy
Oh wow! You were in my hometown....Railroad City baby! Welcome home....even if you never visited Altoona before. You are still a Nittany Lion, and anywhere near this area is considered a native! Even though I am not an N scaler, I was still planning on making a visit to the show. I sadly didn't get a chance to make it over to the convention center. Glad you had such a great time! Good video! Nice to know you have roots here. Big hug and hand shake to a fellow native! ~Deryk
Deryk! What a delight to hear from you, my friend! Altoona was tons of fun. And being in central PA, well, I'm at home whenever I go there, and I feel like I am where I belong, surrounded by the mountains, forests, rivers, and farms. I definitely hope you can go to N-Scale Weekend next year. It would be a real pleasure to finally meet there you in person. Take care! And Happy Thanksgiving! ...Roy
Hi Roy, greetings from Scotland.
Greetings back at you, Gerry. Thanks for watching. ...Roy
I love Altoona Roy! I have photos stood in the exact same spot on the bridge, where you have the photo on the title page. Horseshoe Curve is one of the two best places I've been in the world to watch trains. I hope this Brit can go again before too much longer!
Thanks for your comment, Andy. I hope you can go back to Altoona soon. It would be great to meet you there. ...Roy
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This was pretty neat Roy... you did get alot in on your trip... Ive never had the privilege of going to Horseshoe curve... Every time I go visit my Sis in N/W illinois we drive over to Dubuqe, IA and ride the incline RR there and go to the top of the hill.. the view of the Mississippi River is gorgeous... same type of cable set-up... its advertised as the shortest and steepest RR in N America... fun stuff..
Thank you for sharing... DD 😜 🤗
Thanks, DD. I sure was busy during my 4 and a half days in Altoona, but even that wasn't enough time to do everything I wanted to do. I've got to go back. ...Roy
@@n-scaleunionpacificevansto6569 I can tell Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family... 🦃 DD. 😜🤗
@@daylightdave9405 A very Happy Thanksgiving to you, too, DD. ...Roy
it was so much fun there roy. it was so nice to see you again. i was hoping to get you to come down to the house but i understand what you mean. you were not feeling well and i bet it was hard on you not to return to the show but your health must come first. we will get together again here someday soon dont worrie about that you just get better and thats all we can ask of you right now. just get better. we all love to just hear from you down there and to know that you and your beautiful wife are doing well. i know its hard to make videos but i would love to see how you are doing on your layout or even maybe a small video of a tour of your layout. that would be super. thanks bud see ya soon jim
Hiya Jim! It was delightful to run into you at N-Scale Weekend. Meeting friends in the hobby is the best thing about train shows like that one. My only regret is that I didn't have a chance to see you subsequently or go to your house to see your layout again. But I'm confident that we will be able to get together again when I make my next trip to PA, and I'm hopeful that will be next May-June. It's ironic that you should mention doing a tour of my layout because, as it turns out, I'm working on just such a video right now. With any luck, I will be able to upload it by next Saturday. In the meantime, take care my friend. Happy railroading! ...Roy
Hi Roy, Glad to see you again. Great video👍
Thanks, Christopher. Good to hear from you. I appreciate your comment. ...Roy
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Nice video Roy
Thanks, my friend. I appreciate that. ...Roy
2024 N SCALE WEEKEND TRAIN SHOW IN ALTOONA SEPTEMBER 14 & 15
I have you beat Roy, I live 2 miles away from the Blair County Convention Center.
Life Long Blair County Resident.
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Thanks for watching, my friend. ...Roy
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Hello, my friend. Thanks for watching. ...Roy
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Thanks for watching, my friend. ...Roy
Did you have fast internet in that city?
I sure did have fast Internet. The whole experience was wonderful. ...Roy
Despite my catches at the curve I wish I hadn't gone to Altoona then. Almost had 2 Headon collisions driving down on 2 hours of sleep which took 5 hours. Missed the show and both people I drove down to meet, one liked my post asking where he was but he never answered me. Then almost fell asleep several times on the way back, did $150 damage to my car hitting a deer, almost hit a couple other vehicles out of fatigue. Probably will be a long time before I go back, and if I do it won't be to try and meet anyone.
$250 spent that I didn't have to get a few trains and almost kill myself.
Hmm, sounds like you really needed to get some sleep. May you enjoy your future adventures. ...Roy