2015 National Narrow Gauge Convention

[Jason Rose]

A few months ago I was asked to put together a promo for the 2015 NNGC which will be in Houston. Whether you're into modeling, or prefer 1:1 like me, you have to appreciate what these men have built. It's simply amazing! It was truly an honor to meet these guys and video the worlds they've created.

All of the railroads in this video are spectacular in their own right, but here are few special notes:

1:35 - This is the Colorado & Western. It's in G scale and the equipment is so large that you can practically feel the vibrations when the trains roll by. The layout room dominates the 2nd floor of owner Barry Bogs' house and it is a floor-to-ceiling wall-to-wall all-encompassing world. It's easy to forget where you are as the hours fly by.

5:05 - Ophir, Colorado. There is very little compression used here. This is as close to seeing Ophir (as it once existed) as you can get. All of the trestles are there. This particular railroad, owned by Eddie Carol, is 3,200 square feet! And, it's double-decked... so do the math. I could spend days there and not see it all.

9:00 - This is the oldest (most mature?) railroad I visited. The Stony Creek & Western has been under construction by Gil Freitag for over 40 years. The level of detail in the models and the electronics is remarkable.

Even if you aren't a serious modeler, it's worth attending the convention just to see these (and many more) layouts.

[Steve Ritchie]

Jason, Wow what a great video. Was hoping to attend the NNGC in Kansas City this year but didn't make it ( it being close to Oklahoma City ). Maybe i'll get another shot with it being in Houston. Your video sure makes me want to get started on my narrow gauge layout, thanks. Steve

[Paul Davenport]

My jaw dropped a couple of times. Very impressive.
Paul

[Larry Sullivan]

Amazing video, even more amazing layouts. Thanks for putting the video here!