Floor to Ceiling G-Scale Helix (Indoor and Outdoor layout) Dale Olson Tribute!

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  • Опубліковано 29 сер 2024
  • Ride along on Dale Olson's Impressive G-Scale layout. Captured using a Gopro camera. Enjoy the views of the Mississippi River Bluffs!!! This video is a tribute to Dale, because he had to disassemble his layout when he sold his house. I want to give him the chance to still experience his trains on his layout with views you wouldn't capture just standing there watching. If you enjoy this style of video, let me know in the comment section. If you'd like to see more, Subscribe!

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  • @tardismole
    @tardismole Рік тому +28

    It no longer exists? I can only imagine how heart-rending it must have been to dismantle such an amazing layout.

  • @Cenobytez
    @Cenobytez Рік тому +26

    Just when I was amazed at the size of this track... the train went outside! 😀

    • @richard1472
      @richard1472 Рік тому

      G scale (garden scale) is designed to be run outdoors. There's a video here on UA-cam somewhere of a fella who landscaped his entire backyard to accommodate his railroad. It's definitely worth looking for.

  • @6panel300
    @6panel300 Рік тому +35

    In theory this should be a dull and boring video, but it isnt, it's mesmerising and inspiring. Utterly utterly brilliant. Thank you.

  • @davidgreenhough9670
    @davidgreenhough9670 Рік тому +1

    Well that stopped me in my TRACKS from eating my tea , simply amazing.

  • @razorsharp8549
    @razorsharp8549 Рік тому +1

    This is my second time watching this video and enjoyed it just as much as the first. Sad to hear it no longer exists.

  • @nonyobusiness1201
    @nonyobusiness1201 Рік тому +2

    We were poor but dad had H-O scale train room in the basement, he passed about the same time this was recorded, 6 years ago. Thank you, he would have enjoyed this I know I did.

  • @eddie_alabama7997
    @eddie_alabama7997 Рік тому +11

    I love onboard cameras gives the feel of what it would be like driving the trains trough the layout! Thank you for sharing!!

  • @zunkman1
    @zunkman1 Рік тому

    That's how I do it, too. Forget the scenery, just run the trains!!! NICE!!!

  • @Joe-iv5ks
    @Joe-iv5ks 28 днів тому

    I watched the whole film, was mesmerized by the helix that must have taken some planning but the then loco went outodors into that magnificent scenery and my jaw dropped. I have G scale too, I love it.

  • @jamesemerson3414
    @jamesemerson3414 Рік тому +19

    An incredibly well thought out and executed track plan. Best G gauge track plan I've ever seen. It incorporates all of the best aspects of G gauge railroading. The gauntlet track leading outside was extremely impressive.

  • @briancallaghan4808
    @briancallaghan4808 Рік тому +1

    That was one strong little dude!

  • @geordieceltic2
    @geordieceltic2 Рік тому +18

    Great layout and tribute to your Grandfathers work. Such vision and skill. Thank you for sharing.

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому +4

      This is not my grandfathers layout. My dad took a part in helping building it, thank you though.

  • @robertrockwell7581
    @robertrockwell7581 4 місяці тому

    Pretty Dog Gone Cool. love the guy on the hand cart. Thanks for doing this for Dale your Grandpa.

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  4 місяці тому

      Papa Dale was an outstanding figure throughout my life growing up, however we are not blood relatives. I considered him a third grandpa when I was a young one. Sorry for any confusion :). My dad helped build the G-scale layout. Everyone had a good time enjoying it after its completion and I’m glad to see they still are. My grandpa also built a garden railway and I plan to record his Layout this summer in a similar style!

  • @KB2CWN
    @KB2CWN Рік тому +27

    I am lost for words. Amazing layout!

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому +1

      Subscribe for more insane layouts!

  • @ytzpilot
    @ytzpilot Рік тому +3

    Just when you thought it was over…. Then it goes outside 😂

  • @FarmerDrew
    @FarmerDrew Рік тому +6

    Phenomenal amount of woodworking and precision craft, but the outdoor layout is my favorite, because I know how much goes into it every year and sometimes every week or every day, with the frost heave and debris to be cleared and track relaid, and the G (garden) scale vibe is really spirited in this video.

  • @danopticon
    @danopticon Рік тому +1

    Growing up I always wished I had model trains to play with. This looks like the life!

  • @oldgeezer1ify
    @oldgeezer1ify Рік тому +2

    Seems to be how it works. Years ago, nearby local HO layout had to move because someone else bought the place. It was never the same again no matter where it was next set up. And when participants start passing away or people lose interest, doesn't help matters any. Liked what was here.

  • @johnmcgee2806
    @johnmcgee2806 Рік тому +2

    Only one word comes to mind....OUTSTANDING! OooRahh

  • @waynep4256
    @waynep4256 Рік тому +2

    Well, I have to say. I'm not into trains what so ever,but that was amazing to watch. Thanks for posting this video. You can see how much hard work that went into laying down the track and making it all work.

  • @neil4306
    @neil4306 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely amazing. I collect G scale. I love the live steam Gs. Do sad it was taken down

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому

      Live steam is really cool, I’d love to get into it someday. The Prox G trains 😉 run off of battery.

  • @williamlester6243
    @williamlester6243 Рік тому +3

    The double track between outside and inside reminds me so much of the double track section through the tunnel at the Ber Heights Light Railway in Seaton Deven at the Peco Modelrama grounds. G-scale has become so much fun with the advent of Go-Pro and other small video cameras. Thanks for sharing and all the best.

  • @jerrybickes7957
    @jerrybickes7957 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing this train layout. This is amazing, thank you Dale Olson for the lay-out.

  • @chronixchaos7081
    @chronixchaos7081 Рік тому

    Fantastic work by your Grandfather. Your Grandma must also be the best to support his passion. Smiled for eight and a half minutes.

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому

      I like to clarify on comments like these that Dale was technically not related family, but such a close friend to my family that when I was a Child I called him papa dale because he represented a third grandfather to me. I’m currently working on a video for my blood related grandfather’s layout!

  • @begudmaximan953
    @begudmaximan953 Рік тому +3

    Whoa!
    A totally amazing amount of work has gone into this vast layout.
    The biggest I've seen to date.
    That is nothing less than awesome! 😊👍

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому +2

      Check out my Gabis videos! That layout is much larger and is now operated by Purdue northwest. I have a sponsorship to bring trains to run there and I plan to continue making videos featuring Gabis sometime this summer!

  • @MicrobyteAlan
    @MicrobyteAlan Рік тому +3

    Thanks for the ride around this beautiful layout. Amazing is all I can say. 👍👍

  • @10Kview
    @10Kview Рік тому +4

    Impressive layout. A beautiful tribute.

  • @bobbiggs5660
    @bobbiggs5660 Рік тому +6

    I really did enjoy the ride, what a fantastic layout you have. Thanks for sharing your very amazing work!

  • @louisaloi9178
    @louisaloi9178 Рік тому

    Wow simply Wow in a private home no less😳can't imagine how long it took to accomplish this layout.Thanks for the great on board views🚂👀

  • @jessemiller2711
    @jessemiller2711 Рік тому +2

    My mom is really good friends with dale. I used to do this train thing all the time as a kid and now it’s gone. 😢

    • @davej9228
      @davej9228 Рік тому

      A bunch of that layout is leaning against the wall at RealWood

  • @larryschmitt2513
    @larryschmitt2513 Рік тому +3

    Very nicely done, I bet Dale enjoys watching

  • @honestlyforreal6304
    @honestlyforreal6304 Рік тому

    I don't know what to say. Thank you.
    And I think my Christmas Tree train is cool!

  • @Jeff-fv9rk
    @Jeff-fv9rk Рік тому +2

    Wow, thanks Pappa

  • @scottfw7169
    @scottfw7169 Рік тому +2

    Handcar guy deserves a steak dinner after that much work!

  • @Alteredgenetic
    @Alteredgenetic Рік тому

    That handcar operators wife is one lucky lady when he’s got moves like that!

  • @jasonsadventure
    @jasonsadventure Рік тому +1

    Wow. I mean, I've loved model trains growing up and I love this video.
    Just as others have said, mesmerizing and inspiring. Thanks!

  • @twitch1965
    @twitch1965 Рік тому

    Serious level of time, cash and craftsmanship! Thanks for sharing!!

  • @silk.1467
    @silk.1467 Рік тому +1

    The cost is monumental on its own.$$$$$$$

  • @donnamarie3617
    @donnamarie3617 Рік тому +2

    Great tribute. Best regards to you all from New Zealand.

  • @d.jerrycook2994
    @d.jerrycook2994 Рік тому

    Wow! Very Nice! thank you for the ride.

  • @cesarquijada8405
    @cesarquijada8405 Рік тому

    That was beautiful.
    Eso fue hermoso.
    Gracias por compartir un pedacito de la felicidad que Dale dio al mundo, a su familia, a ti al parecer.
    Saludos.

  • @birdrails8794
    @birdrails8794 Рік тому +5

    What an amazing layout and collection! 👍

  • @jamestallman7399
    @jamestallman7399 Рік тому

    Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vincia, and Ben Franklin would have been amazed at the art and technology.

  • @doltonmurray1625
    @doltonmurray1625 Рік тому

    Thanks for the ride, it was most enjoyable. Some of blue lettering was hard to make out.

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому

      I’m still figuring out which colors are best to use, I decided to go with a Conrail theme 😂. I’ll have to consider changing that.

  • @gillespage5489
    @gillespage5489 Рік тому

    what an awesome layout

  • @gamepad3173
    @gamepad3173 Рік тому +1

    I'm thinking picking up 6 go pros for 5 of my G scale trains. but I do like the layout and great tribute to your grandfathers work.

  • @BoG9110
    @BoG9110 Рік тому +1

    At 00:13 it has inspired me on how to store and display my trains one day

  • @schweineful
    @schweineful Рік тому

    Thanks for showing. Great.

  • @jab5385
    @jab5385 Рік тому

    Nice Layout, it never ended,

  • @tototata63
    @tototata63 Рік тому

    Magnifique, bravo, j'adore...

  • @stevelangal5004
    @stevelangal5004 Рік тому +1

    Awesome!!! This video was better than watching real trains. Your Grandfather was GREAT!!! Unbelievable layout I watched a couple of times!!!

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому +2

      Glad you enjoyed it! I would like to clarify however that Dale was not my grandfather but just a really great and close family friend.

  • @sky173
    @sky173 Рік тому

    Beautiful! This is my dad's dream layout. Nice work! Thanks for sharing.

  • @floofycatz
    @floofycatz Рік тому

    Thoroughly captivating, thank you for sharing ❤

  • @steverudder3321
    @steverudder3321 Рік тому

    Extremely Impressive!!

  • @don1621
    @don1621 Рік тому

    So awesome I love trains I have 5 !

  • @jimhebson6793
    @jimhebson6793 Рік тому

    Thank you.

  • @DharmaTrack
    @DharmaTrack Рік тому

    Just WOW...!!! Love It..!!
    YES, make more videos...waaaaay more interesting than stationary cameras!! The GoPro thing is COOL..!! Lew (Grandpa from Oregon)

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому +1

      More to come! Tune in next time for more trains!

  • @westrain2
    @westrain2 Рік тому +1

    Brilliant

  • @kendrawatkins8290
    @kendrawatkins8290 Рік тому +2

    love the set going through hole house and outside. Have a video kendra trains 81 of that same hand cart on my indoor g gauge set under the 027 vintage train above. Heave a outdoor set also kendra trains 74 looking down from above. Your trains hanging from the ceiling is something I have thought about.

  • @larryb1876
    @larryb1876 Рік тому

    This is some layout!

  • @gerardogabrielcos5978
    @gerardogabrielcos5978 Рік тому +1

    Excelente trabajo. Felicitaciones

  • @whdbnrm3023
    @whdbnrm3023 Рік тому +5

    Beautiful frame work . Was a great layout for sure , but am not a fan of onboard cameras . Really didn't show the layout or trains , along with the speed it was a bit to much to watch . Thank you for sharing , it definitely inspired me to pay close attention to workmanship , the helix is absolutely beautiful in simplicity and craftsmanship

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому +2

      Thank you for the compliments and feedback! I would’ve loved to re-record a video on Dale’s layout but unfortunately that opportunity is lost. I’ve been working on switching between on board and “third person” in my new videos that I’ve been editing. I am still working off of prerecorded videos from years ago and I am limited by what I recorded at the time. I still have 3 or 4 videos that have been recorded without intent for UA-cam years ago but will be posted soon.

  • @mrjc12
    @mrjc12 Рік тому

    Amazeballs!!! Great jobbie

  • @raylouis
    @raylouis Рік тому

    Thank You for making.

  • @billhuber2964
    @billhuber2964 Рік тому +1

    3:10 omg. Giant people !!!!!

  • @philliplee980
    @philliplee980 Рік тому +1

    Very cool

  • @df86
    @df86 Рік тому

    Very nice. Enjoyed that

  • @drewskiakg2719
    @drewskiakg2719 Рік тому

    That was an awesome track! Thanks for sharing.

  • @ScratchGlass9
    @ScratchGlass9 Рік тому +1

    Wow ! This is an incredible layout... what work !
    Cheers from Detroit 🇺🇲

  • @johnmartin4650
    @johnmartin4650 Рік тому

    Amazing…. Thank you

  • @kenyattasimpson8468
    @kenyattasimpson8468 Рік тому +1

    I'm just flabbergasted this is too awesome

  • @JasonNutty
    @JasonNutty Рік тому +1

    that was an awesome layout

  • @DavesTrainsAndAutomobiles
    @DavesTrainsAndAutomobiles Рік тому +2

    Awesome set up & Great channel I admire you're family passion for trains. Keep up the fun and wonderful memories 😎👍
    I subscribed

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому +2

      Thank you for your support, The videos should not stop soon! I just don’t have a regular schedule it’s just whenever I get them edited. Lol

  • @stephenullman4534
    @stephenullman4534 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for posting! I loved it! Great job!!!

  • @TheKurtsPlaceChannel
    @TheKurtsPlaceChannel Рік тому +1

    Very nicely put together video and very entertaining as well. Thanks for posting this.

  • @toryglen
    @toryglen Рік тому

    Fantastic!

  •  8 місяців тому

    Wish I has the skillset to build a big helix like this.

  • @lonewolfhamradio
    @lonewolfhamradio Рік тому

    This is great, thank you 🙏🏻

  • @fredsnyder3063
    @fredsnyder3063 Рік тому

    😁 love it, thank you.

  • @joeystrains.9316
    @joeystrains.9316 Рік тому +1

    Excellent layout and collection!

  • @neckleaper
    @neckleaper Рік тому

    Very cool.

  • @Notthatkindofkarenatall
    @Notthatkindofkarenatall Рік тому

    Magnificent

  • @scottthomas5999
    @scottthomas5999 Рік тому +1

    Wow!!
    Amazing.

  • @sugarsaint
    @sugarsaint Рік тому

    Amazing

  • @ThePandaPhotographer
    @ThePandaPhotographer Рік тому

    This is pretty awesome my dude. I would have loved to see it in person but, I'd understand...

  • @m.c.robertson2448
    @m.c.robertson2448 Рік тому +4

    Wow! I really enjoyed this video. The double track that leads outside was jast as cool as the helix. I may have to try and make a set up like that. If Mr Olson has any tips on making a track solution like this, It would be great to to get some info back on this unique track exchange.

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому +2

      Hello M.C., my father was a large part in the construction of this layout (not funding). What you are looking at is a custom built track to lead outdoor. I’m not sure if my dad was involved in the making of that specific piece to the layout. However he was majorly involved with the helix and “skyway”. I can ask him more specifics about the (I want to call it Ganter) track soon.

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому +2

      You have to take 2 pieces of track and build one inside the other. You use switch frogs for the end of the track to split apart.

    • @m.c.robertson2448
      @m.c.robertson2448 Рік тому +3

      I was able to stop the video and figure out how it was done. I really appreciate the reply

  • @kidgrave
    @kidgrave Рік тому +1

    Amazing layout! 🔥

  • @dimariosylvain
    @dimariosylvain Рік тому

    Excellent !!!! 👏🏻👍🏻

  • @jereffuse
    @jereffuse Рік тому +6

    I'm always so sad to hear that such à nice layout needed to be dismount for any reason.....

  • @woodchuckthegreat8928
    @woodchuckthegreat8928 Рік тому +1

    That was amazing!

  • @proxtrains
    @proxtrains  Рік тому +1

    Subscribe to see more train videos and what layout we show next!

  • @SupersonicHeart
    @SupersonicHeart Рік тому

    Красивая пара.

  • @gardenstatestacker1879
    @gardenstatestacker1879 Рік тому

    all that aristocraft track!!!

  • @kevindunlap5525
    @kevindunlap5525 Рік тому

    Imagine if you'd had Z scale in that space!!!!

  • @nosadonions3231
    @nosadonions3231 Рік тому

    What a great tribute. The track layout was awesome! However, I don't think the trees are to scale... =)

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому

      Especially not the red wood!!!

  • @artlewellan2294
    @artlewellan2294 Рік тому

    Circa 2005-2012 a Lionel holiday trolley ran on 15' of track, end-to-end, a Holiday Lionel Trolley, hour after hour above a row of kitchen cabinets, a double-bascule bridge crossing the kitchen sink, lionel trolley electric. Our past. Our future.

    • @artlewellan2294
      @artlewellan2294 Рік тому

      Circa 2005-2012 a Lionel holiday trolley ran on 15' of track, end-to-end, a Holiday Lionel Trolley, hour after hour above a row of kitchen cabinets, a double-bascule bridge crossing the kitchen sink, lionel trolley electric. Our past. Our future.

  • @k4productions
    @k4productions Рік тому +1

    I know what I’m doing if I ever win the lottery

  • @Deebz270
    @Deebz270 Рік тому +2

    I don't suppose you could get a bigger location...? This one looks awfully cramped.

    • @proxtrains
      @proxtrains  Рік тому

      Life’s a never ending grind for a bigger train room!

  • @bigboy9693
    @bigboy9693 Рік тому

    The guy on the hand car is fit.

  • @oldfarmshow
    @oldfarmshow Рік тому

    👍