This past fall, I visited 2-3 excellent open houses of model railway clubs in the Toronto area where I was able to see some nice 1950s Canadian railway layouts.
I noticed, however, that most of the locos running were diesels. There were a few steams, but these were usually parked on sidings, etc. I've noticed this before during previous years.
I DO like diesels but I like steam engines much better. I'm curious as to why so many folks today seem to prefer diesels. To me, the sight of a Hudson, Northern or Pacific chugging along is much more fascinating than watching an F7 or GP. I wish there was more of a "50/50 split."
I have a couple theories for this but thought I'd toss this question out here first!
Thanks,
Rob
I noticed, however, that most of the locos running were diesels. There were a few steams, but these were usually parked on sidings, etc. I've noticed this before during previous years.
I DO like diesels but I like steam engines much better. I'm curious as to why so many folks today seem to prefer diesels. To me, the sight of a Hudson, Northern or Pacific chugging along is much more fascinating than watching an F7 or GP. I wish there was more of a "50/50 split."
I have a couple theories for this but thought I'd toss this question out here first!
Thanks,
Rob