Empire Builder Nov 16 Homeward bound

[Maglev]

It was like riding a bucking bronco, the tracks were so rough. Quite unlike the Canadian or the Empire Builder.

I sometimes wonder how rails that appear smooth can possibly be so bumpy.

I'm glad you had a good trip, and appreciated the report.

 

[Palmland]

Glad you enjoyed your trip (as did I).

The old B&O had sharp curves around the mountains and as a result there was super elevation on the curves (I believe 6 inches) to better handle passenger train speeds. Springs on passenger car trucks were adjusted to handle that. Of course the super elevation is long gone but the curves are still there.

 

[jiml]

Enjoyed your entire trio of reports. Thanks for posting and hope you had a great time.