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Running Time: 1 hour 52 minutes Rent or Buy on Vimeo (HD)  Standard Definition DVD $20.00 High Definition Blu-ray $25.00 *note you must have a Blu-ray compatible player to watch Blu-ray discs
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Doubleheaders on the Durango & SilvertonIn 2021 The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad began running regularly scheduled steam-powered doubleheaders during the summer and fall months. Monday through Wednesday at 9am, the railroad ran 15-car doubleheaded trains to Silverton with K-28 2-8-2 #473 assisting either K-36 #480 or K-37 #493. At the time the D&S only had 3 oil-fired locomotives so Southern Pacific 4-6-0 #18 was leased to serve as backup power. It would be used as the helper on doubleheaded trains when one of the railroad's mikado locomotives was in the shop. This comprehensive 2-disc program looks at steam operations on the Durango & Silverton during the summer, fall, and winter of 2021, with a focus on the many doubleheaded trains to Silverton. It begins with a segment on the autumn doubleheaders featuring #473 as the helper locomotive. Then there's an extended segment featuring SP #18 in helper service. In addition to the doubleheaders, there's coverage of the daily steam-powered Cascade Canyon Express. This popular half-day trip ran to the wye at Cascade, 30 minutes behind the daily steam-powered excursion to Silverton. On days the railroad didn't run doubleheaders, they usually had one of the big mikados take a 12-car train to Silverton. These solo trips are covered too, with separate features on both #480 and #493. You'll also see the Fall Photo Train at the beginning of October, which was the last trip for SP #18 before the locomotive was trucked back home to California. The final part of the program showcases coal-burning K-36 #481 in late December on both the Cascade Canyon Winter Train and the short nightly Polar Express trips. Filmed entirely in HD, this program features spectacular action on the iconic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. With plenty of new locations, it's an entirely different look at a familiar railroad. This program has minimal narration (with the option to turn it on or off) and no distracting music. It's available on standard definition widescreen DVD, High Definition Blu-ray disc, and for rental or purchase through Vimeo's On Demand streaming service. | |
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Running Time: 3 hours Rent or Buy on Vimeo (HD) Standard Definition DVD $30.00 High Definition Blu-ray $35.00 *note you must have a Blu-ray compatible player to watch Blu-ray discs
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Running Time: 1 hour 52 minutes Rent or Buy on Vimeo (HD) Standard Definition DVD $20.00 High Definition Blu-ray $25.00 *note you must have a Blu-ray compatible player to watch Blu-ray discs
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Snowstorm in the San Juans - Volume 2Rotary Run on the Cumbres & ToltecDuring the winter of 2020 the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad operated steam-powered Rotary OY for the first time in 23 years in order to clear the line from Chama, NM to the summit of 10,015-foot Cumbres Pass. This extraordinary demonstration was the first event in a planned yearlong celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Cumbres & Toltec, with photographers from all over the world traveling to Chama in late February to see the rotary in action. While the Rio Grande kept Cumbres open year round into the 1960s, winter runs on the Cumbres & Toltec are incredibly rare because the railroad only operates regular trains from late-May to mid-October. This program covers the 2-day rotary event with footage from the air, onboard the rotary and trailing locomotives, plus plenty of trackside views. Two K-36 mikado-type locomotives (#487 and #484) were used to push the rotary plow up the steep 4% grade to Cumbres. On the first day the rotary plowed from Chama to the Colorado state line. Deeper snow was encountered on the second day as the railroad was opened the rest of the way to Cumbres Pass. In addition to comprehensive coverage from all the organized photo locations, this program features footage of the sunrise departure on day two, plus a number of backcountry shots of the rotary plowing snow far from the photo lines. Filmed entirely in HD, this program offers a fascinating glimpse at snow fighting on the Rio Grande narrow gauge. With hard-working steam locomotives, beautiful scenery, and the incredible historical ambiance of the Cumbres & Toltec, this video is sure to appeal to any steam fan. This program has minimal narration (with the option to turn it on or off) and no distracting music. It's available on standard definition widescreen DVD, High Definition Blu-ray disc, and for rental or purchase through Vimeo's On Demand streaming service. | |
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Running Time: 1 hour 26 minutes Rent or Buy on Vimeo (HD) Standard Definition DVD $20.00 High Definition Blu-ray $25.00 *note you must have a Blu-ray compatible player to watch Blu-ray discs
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Snowstorm in the San Juans - Volume 1Winter on the Durango & SilvertonThis 2-disc set offers a rare look at winter operations on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. One of the few railroads that runs steam year round, the D&S operates a shorter trip to Cascade Canyon in the winter as snow slides frequently block the tracks closer to Silverton. The winter of 2019 saw near record snowfall in Durango during the month of February, and the railroad had to run a number of flanger trains to keep the line open to Cascade. This program takes a look at three of those flanger runs, the regular trains to Cascade, and the Winter Photographer's weekend. Coverage begins with a look at the Cascade Canyon train during the first major snowstorm of the season in December of 2018. You'll see K-36 #481 pulling a 12-car train to Cascade on Dec. 28th amid blizzard conditions. The next morning was cold and clear with plenty of fresh snow on the ground, and #481 again pulled 12 cars to Cascade. We'll then jump ahead to mid-February and the Winter Photographer's weekend. You'll see K-28 #476 on the regular train to Cascade amidst heavy snow on February 14, 2019. The next morning #476 headed to Cascade pulling Flanger OF, in order to clear the line ahead of the regular train with K-36 #480. Disc 1 concludes with a look at visiting Southern Pacific 4-6-0 #18 pulling a special excursion on February 16th. Disc 2 starts with a ride on the annual Winter Photographer's Special on February 17th, which featured #476 on a mixed train to Cascade. February 18th saw #476 on another flanger run ahead of both SP #18 and Rio Grande Southern Galloping Goose #5. You'll see #476 pull the flanger to Rockwood, SP #18 climb Hermosa Hill, and all 3 trains on the famed High Line during a snowstorm - a rare event that will likely never be repeated. We'll then chronicle one more flanger run on February 20th. Service to Silverton resumed in May, and Disc 2 concludes with a look at a few of those early trips as plenty of snow still lingered in upper reaches of the Animas Canyon. Filmed entirely in HD, this in-depth program shows the Durango & Silverton as few have ever seen it. With lots of unique viewing locations, this 2 disc set features spectacular steam action amidst heavy snow, frigid temperatures, and the incredible scenery the D&S is famous for. This program has minimal narration (with the option to turn it on or off) and no distracting music. It's available on standard definition widescreen DVD, High Definition Blu-ray disc, and for rental or purchase through Vimeo's On Demand streaming service. | |
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Running Time: 2 hour 23 minutes Rent or Buy on Vimeo (HD) Standard Definition DVD (2 discs) $30.00 High Definition Blu-ray (2 discs) $35.00 *note you must have a Blu-ray compatible player to watch Blu-ray discs
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