Western Railroad Discussion > Union Pacific 844 & SLRG #18

Hey Railfans this is the Joint Line Railfan.
As a surprise move by both Iowa Pacific and UP, the SLRG did bring east from Alamosa, former LS&I #18 for a meet with 844 in Walsenburg. The sinking sun and darkness made it a challenge to film and photograph, but we were able to pull off some pretty impressive shots. This one is just an example. Let me know if you want to see more!It sure was a history-making moment, as this was the first time both 844 and #18 were ever in Walsenburg, and this was the first time in well over 50 years that 2 steam engines were in Walsenburg at once (let alone 1 steam engine.) Hope you enjoy!
Nick Valdez
Colorado Springs, CO

Here is the picture explained up top. It sure was an amazing sight!

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Wow! That shot should be on a calender! Nice... Do you have more?

Yes i do. I also have footage I will put on YouTube. I'll be actually riding the train tomorrow.

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Nick,

Really cool! When did #18 arrive in Walsenburg? I decided to go home after hanging out for a little while. After seeing your photo, I'm sorry I left.

-James
http://www.steamtrainvideos.com

FANTASTIC!!!!

That's great! One of my all time favorites.

Uhm, id say the train left la veta around 430-5, after waiting for a wetsbound. They roared east trying to save some sunlight. They turned right around and left around 7.

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Let's see more. Nice stuff. Thanks.

WOW! That is a gorgeous photo! Calender
material, for sure! You lucky guy --
going to get to ride behind 844!
I, too, would love to see more of your
photos.

Great capture.
Gave up after waiting 90 minutes with no sign of it... too bad it didnt get there early, course you might not have your nice image. Good job.