Big E Springfield 2024

Didn't make it there this year.  Stubborn case of the bug.  Always enjoy going, whether I end up taking anything home or not.

I was there yesterday from about 10 AM to 3:30 PM.  Looked like a great crowd to me!  I purchased a couple Arttista “O” figures, an Inter Mountain HO boxcar, a new hardcover book on the history of the Vermont Railway System, and a magazine.  Only spent about $125, but had a great time-as always-browsing and taking it all in!

I went yesterday for the first time, got there just before they opened and stayed until 3:00. I enjoyed looking at the variety of talented craftsmen displays. At times it can be a bit overwhelming considering how it’s geared to the smaller scales especially with products I had no interest in, strictly imo. The best part was meeting and talking to Dave from Lionel for the first time as he demonstrated the Base/Cab 3. I did purchase a couple items.

Gene

Don't forget. You can view the show on YouTube.

I thought the woodland scenics booth was pretty cool. My daughter learned how to do some  scenery and was able to take it home. The prices were good at the tables. I ended up buying a variety of things cause of the prices!

A good time at the show Saturday. I had several buckets of Ballast delivered to the show by Scenic Express for the TMB Club Layout on long Island. Bought a few other items form Scenic express, and BandB hobby. Also found a great deal on 2 MTH PS-2 Pennsy Hopers

First time attending...well worth the trip and the SNOW...see ya next year....

Virtual Railfan was again covering the halls along with a big announcement.  They seem like they'd be a great sponsor for the Real Trains section of the forum.

Looks like a great show.

Turned out to be a nice day and a large turnout, as usual. Parking lot was a little muddy from all the rain, but a lot better than snow. Got there about 9:30 AM and left around 1:30 PM on Saturday. Glad they eliminated the real steam engine that always blows my eardrums out as I pass from building to building.

Spoke with Ryan at Lionel about the new Base 3 and it's anticipated delivery date and spent a few minutes with Al (Cape Cod Northern) at the Mianne Booth.

Had a few things in mind to possibly purchase, but didn't see them at the show and left without buying anything, but still had a great time.

@MartyE posted:

Virtual Railfan was again covering the halls along with a big announcement.  They seem like they'd be a great sponsor for the Real Trains section of the forum.

Their subscription website with dashboards showing multiple cameras is pretty slick.