I think traditionally most modelers get more done on their layouts this time of year than any other. Cooler temps and inclement weather makes it easy to justify spending more time with your layout and not less. But, I seem to go opposite the trend – yes the weather has been awful, but holiday travel…
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Hobby Shop Review
I’ve been meaning to write this post for a few weeks but haven’t had the patience to sit down and do it until today… While riding the train home from work on Sep 25 I looked out the window and managed to catch sight of Chicagoland Toys and Hobbies, and noticed as the train flew…
Buying At Auction
Let’s be honest, while it’s great to support your local hobby shop, sometimes what you need (or want) is only available online, and if it’s been out of production for a while your only option might be to go to one of the online auctions either through eBay, or to one of the newer trends,…
Trainfest 2022
I just returned from Trainfest 2022 in Milwaukee WI. This was my first Trainfest, and it probably won’t be my last. Around 1999/2000 I went to the York PA train show, and with its combination of hobby shops and manufacturers, Trainfest reminded me a lot of that York show I went to. What’s great about…