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ATVR Reviews Kalmbach

Hot Spots: Chicago Racetrack

Producer: Kalmbach/ Trains Locations: Chicago, Cicero, Western Springs, Lisle, Aurora… Timeframe: 1995, 2017 Length: 75 minutes Sources: Paul Schneider (1995), David Lassen (2017) The triple track mainline into Chicago has always been a Railfan favorite. Besides the heavy freight traffic, there are extensive local commuter trains. Throw in some Amtrak and one can see why […]

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ATVR Reviews Kalmbach

Colorado Railroads

Producer: Kalmbach/ Trains Locations: Colorado, New Mexico Timeframe: 1800s- 2000s Length: 70 minutes Sources: many Trains Magazine on a visit to Colorado. Exclusive footage for Trains. Diesel freights, Steam and Denver passenger trains. A single DVD. Pro filmed and a soundtrack to match. Main Chapter Menu. On-screen graphics. Maps are plentiful. Narrated by Steve Sweeney. […]

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ATVR Reviews Machines of Iron

The Return of Stampede Pass

Producer: Machines of Iron Locations: Auburn, Ellensburg, Yakima… Timeframe: 1996 Length: 69 minutes Source: Rob Simpson BNSF had reopened Stampede Pass after a decade of closure. This famous Northern Pacific line was constructed in very rugged country. Now refurbished and upgraded. Here is a first look at the BNSF operation. This route is between Auburn […]