Practice Layout?

Classic Toy Trains Forum
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Is there value in building a “practice layout?”

How many of you have done it, and what changes did you make for your final layout?

I know that all layouts are works in progress, but I don’t want to spend TOO much time, effort and expense on a practice layout if I have to make sweeping changes

Thanks

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I think that all layouts are practice and no one ever gets it right or is ever satisfied–nor should they be.

Think back to your own first layout. I wince when I do.

Dave V

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I did “practice” with track on the floor, just to test track plan and control ideas. It was quite a useful exercise. It did get out of hand, though: I think it was on the floor for seven years. Always one more thing to try. Benchwork (portable) finally did get built.

John Kerklo
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www.Three-Rail.com