Guys and Gals,
I am currently 36 years old and finally get to start on a layout for my HO collection that I have always dreamed about as a kid.
Currently, I have a 11' 6" by 10' 8" area to build a layout. The theme is Erie Lackawanna (no specific place) in the late 60s early 70s in a semi-mountainous region (i.e. upstate New York). I have been reading MR continually for 9 years and am now ready to build (the room is done), but, I am stuck at a layout design. I know I want a somewhat hilly area, a city scene, and I like bridges.
After many different attempts, I finally came up with this design. To be honest, I don't think I have nearly enough insight into operations to design a decent layout. I am hoping to find some valuable insight here and after reading many of the other posts, I know I will.
FYI, in theory, the blue track would be a lower and/or hidden in spots track, with the pink track being the 'higher ground'. It is also possible that I may be able to extend the layout out the bottom left hand corner to create a loop for continuous running.
Don't be shy, if this stinks, tell me and I will go back to the drawing board. I would much rather be close the first time rather then not even 'in the ballpark'.
thanks in advance,
John
I am currently 36 years old and finally get to start on a layout for my HO collection that I have always dreamed about as a kid.
Currently, I have a 11' 6" by 10' 8" area to build a layout. The theme is Erie Lackawanna (no specific place) in the late 60s early 70s in a semi-mountainous region (i.e. upstate New York). I have been reading MR continually for 9 years and am now ready to build (the room is done), but, I am stuck at a layout design. I know I want a somewhat hilly area, a city scene, and I like bridges.
After many different attempts, I finally came up with this design. To be honest, I don't think I have nearly enough insight into operations to design a decent layout. I am hoping to find some valuable insight here and after reading many of the other posts, I know I will.
FYI, in theory, the blue track would be a lower and/or hidden in spots track, with the pink track being the 'higher ground'. It is also possible that I may be able to extend the layout out the bottom left hand corner to create a loop for continuous running.
Don't be shy, if this stinks, tell me and I will go back to the drawing board. I would much rather be close the first time rather then not even 'in the ballpark'.
thanks in advance,
John
