Riding the AAPRCO Finger Lakes Special 2024

We embark on a rare and extraordinary journey aboard some of the few privately-owned historic rail cars still riding the rails. But this time, it’s not just one or two cars-it's an entire train of private rail cars! Join us for the 46th annual American Association of Private Railroad Car Owners (AAPRCO) Convention train, known as The Finger Lakes Special, dedicated to the beloved DeWitt Chapple, founding member of AAPRCO and former owner of the private rail car Chappel Hill.
Our adventure begins in Albany, with the train being pulled by two of Amtrak’s striking 50th anniversary units. Aboard the luxurious Colonial Crafts, we prepare to soar through the Mohawk River Valley on our way to Syracuse, New York, reaching speeds of up to 100 miles per hour.
Bill, the owner of the former C&O car Blue Ridge Club, graciously offers us a prime seat in the lounge to take in the scenic views. After a brief stop in Syracuse at CSX’s Solvay yard, we switch from Amtrak power to the Finger Lakes Railway.
With the Finger Lakes Railway having no HEP on their angines, all seven cars' generators come to life, powering our unique journey. Here, Amtrak’s restrictions on open-vestibule riding and sitting on open platforms don’t apply, allowing us to enjoy fresh air and unobstructed views from the observation cars as we traverse the historic Auburn Road of the New York Central Railway.
Our journey concludes in Canandaigua, New York, where the Finger Lakes Railway power is detached, and the cars settle in for the next four nights.
Special thanks to all the private rail car owners and the AAPRCO for making this unforgettable trip possible. If you enjoyed this unique adventure, please hit the like button and subscribe to support small channels like mine. Check out the additional videos from railfans along the route linked in the description. Thanks for watching!
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