In this video I am going over the benchwork that I chose for my new large layout. The benchwork is configurable benchwork from Mianne (http://www.miannebenchwork.com). I will also provide my review for Mianne. This is the first video in a multi-part series of videos of my trials and triumphs as I build my first large model railroad layout.

This is episode 2 of the My Model Railroad series. In this video I discuss installing the plywood top to the Mianne benchwork and gluing down the extruded polystyrene foam (pink foam) to the plywood to create my sub-roadbed. During the process I'll provide you with any tips and tricks that I know.

This is episode 3 of the My Model Railroad series. In this video I discuss some of the tools that I use in model railroading.

This is episode 4 of the My Model Railroad series. In this video I discuss the layout designing process using the designing software AnyRail. This video includes my review of AnyRail and how I use the software. You can download AnyRail at https://www.anyrail.com. This video is longer than my usual videos (33 minutes). I went in to a lot of details on how I use the software.

This is episode 5, part one, of the My Model Railroad series. In this video I discuss some of the most popular resources that I use. Whether you’re starting out or you’re a seasoned veteran with model railroading you are always learning. Here are the web addresses of the resources discussed in this episode: Model Railroader – http://mrr.trains.com Model Railroader Video Plus – http://mrv.trains.com Model Railroader Forums – http://cs.trains.com/mrr/f/default.aspx The National Model Railroad Association (NMRA) – https://www.nmra.org/ World’s Greatest Hobby – http://wgh.trains.com World’s Greatest Hobby on Tour – http://wghshow.com Model Railroad Hobbyist – https://model-railroad-hobbyist.com Building Your Model Railroad – http://www.building-your-model-railroad.com/ Railroad Model Craftsman – http://rrmodelcraftsman.com/ Model Railroad Academy – https://www.modelrailroadacademy.com/ The DCC Guy – http://www.dccguy.com/ Railcar Photo’s – https://www.railcarphotos.com Model Rail Forum – https://www.modelrailforum.com/forums/index.php?act=home TrainBoard – http://www.trainboard.com/highball/index.php

This is episode 5, part two, of the My Model Railroad series. In this video I discuss some of the most popular suppliers that I use for my hobby. Toward the end of the video I discuss how I got started. Here are the web addresses of the resources discussed in this episode: Big Stores: MB Klein – https://www.modeltrainstuff.com/ TrainWorld – https://www.trainworld.com/ Walthers – https://www.walthers.com/ Non-Train Specific: Amazon – http://www.amazon.com eBay – http://www.ebay.com Direct Suppliers: Scenic Express – http://www.sceneryexpress.com/ Woodland Scenics – https://woodlandscenics.woodlandscenics.com/ Bar Mills – https://www.barmillsmodels.com/ Specialty: Hot Wire Foam Factory – https://hotwirefoamfactory.com/home.php Railroad Backdrops – https://railroadbackdrops.com/ EuroRail Hobbies – https://www.eurorailhobbies.com/index.asp DCC Automation (UK) – https://dcctrainautomation.co.uk/

This is episode 6 of the My Model Railroad series. In this video I am following my AnyRail track plan and laying out the track on my layout. Included will be tips and trick for using Bachmann EZ Track. Once the track has been assembled on to the subroadbed....I will outline it....essentially transferring my track plan to the subroadbed.

This is episode 7 of the My Model Railroad series. In this video I discuss using Woodland Scenics SubTerrain System. Some of the topics discussed are: - Pros and cons to this system - How to use this product - How I installed the product - What I recommend you buy