Here's what I've been up to this past month:

- First train on the layout! A small ceremony was held as the first train made it's way around the completed CP points west reverse loop. Work extra 9013 with 4 gondolas in tow went down in history as the first locomotive to operate on the benchwork.

- CP points west reverse loop track laid. I spent the majority of the last month laying track on this loop. Total ended up being around 135' of Atlas code 100 flex track and 8 Fast Tracks #6 turnouts. I used clear silicone to secure the track to the cork and held it in place with whatever I could find.
Once operational, this loop will provide two functions; turning the trains "off" of the layout and providing staging for up to 5 - 25' long trains. Lot's of work still to do as the tortoise switch machines need to be installed and wired and the feeders/wiring for the 5 staging tracks.

- Rapido GMD-1 rebuilds arrived. Gorgeous models from Rapido. I haven't had a chance to test them out yet but plan on doing a full review and test when time permits.

Have a great summer!

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