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Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Narrow Gauge Railroad

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Description:
This is an in-depth look at the world famous Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Narrow Gauge Railroad located in the borders od Colorado & New Mexico. The feature contains steam trains traveling 64 miles through thick green forests of aspens, pines and cedar trees, mysterious volcanic rock formations, winding river grasslands and high desert plains. Watch trains travel over a breathtaking 165 foot high trestle, cling to the side of a 500 foot cliff and tackle grades in access of 4%. Filmed in the winter, spring, summer and fall at 37 different locations you will see double-headers, triple headers and freight trains. You will also see the Beautiful Eureka & Palisades #4, This privately owned Baldwin Locomotive Works 4-4-0 locomotive built in "1875" could possibly be the oldest "operating" narrow gauge locomotive in the country. You will not only view the full trains but you will also view the amazing terrain the trains are trying to conquer. Running time = About 2 hours

Technical Highlights:
A unique two camera perspective filmed with two broadcast quality (3 chip) cameras. Audio recorded in digital stereo. DVD has the option to watch with or without narration. A graphics screen is included before each scene describing the type or locomotives, horsepower or grade level and milepost where the scene was filmed. See why this railroad was voted "one of the most scenic train rides in the world".

MAGNIFICENT VIDEOGRAPHY, WITH SPECTACULAR DIFFERENT VIEWS, MINIMAL NARRATION (WHICH CAN BE TURNED OFF)ARE SHOWCASED IN THIS DVD. THE NATURAL SCENERY DIDN'T HURT EITHER. CRYSTAL CLEAR AUDIO AND VIDEO THROUGHOUT. THIS PRODUCER HAS DONE JUSTICE TO THE C&TS LIKE NO OTHER. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR RAILFANS OF STEAM OR NARROW GAUGE PERSUASION!
SEE ALSO-DURANGO & SILVERTON RELEASE, ALSO SUPERB!!