Well actually I think using the Woodland Scenic starting inclines are the best idea, since that’s exactly what they’re designed to do - plus they’re pre-cut, are flexible so can go around a curve with ease, and let you know exactly what percent grade you’re using (2%, 3% or 4%) without doing math or guesswork…but them I’m prejudiced I guess. [swg]
Folks,
Trust me, the wood shingles (if they are available in your area) are the best way to go. You can even cut them with a hobby knife, and can do curved transitions as easily as straights.
When I lived up north I used the layered cardboard for transition, and while it took longer and was a bit messy, it too worked. By the way, I used “IBM cards”, which were common to any office worker in the '60s, but are long gone now. In the '70s, I used excess business cards, which also did the job, but was more work as they were smaller.
Trust me!
Mobilman44
I made a short ramp with just a piece of styrene sheet. I supported it at a couple of points with scraps of foam or whatever, to keep it from sagging. Once the styrene is painted and ballasted, it looks the same as any other roadbed.