Rio Grande Odyssey
Green Frog
Format: 2 DVD Length: 2 1/2 hours
Time Period: 1960′s to 1980′s
Locations: Denver, Moffat Tunnel, Royal Tunnel, Tennessee Pass, Leadville
Source: Emery Gulash 16mm film
The Denver & Rio Grande Western in the Rocky Mountains. Natural, scenic beauty is often the setting, for this train video. At 2 1/2 hours, there is good coverage of the Rio Grande. The 2 DVD’s are a worthwhile upgrade over the old vhs format.
We begin in May 1964. The Wasatch mountains have F7A/B and GP9 locos. The F unit mid-train helpers were a surprise to Emery. Soldier Summit is a showcase for the weathered, covered wagons. This is mountain railroading! Great scenery, and over to Castle Gate. Denver Union Station is featured with the CB&Q, UP and DRGW trains.
In May 1960, the dual gauge operation is shown and continued in 1064, at Alamosa and Antonito. Intriguing segment to say the least.
Matched sets of GP30,GP35, SD7, F7 units make for interesting viewing. The California Zephyr is frequently included.
The 2nd half is at Moffat Tunnel in 1972. Grand Jct. is a busy division point. A limestone operation is a highlight. Burlington Northern at Leadville. Tennessee Pass. Much more….
This set is fantastic!
Rating 5 stars
