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Re: Race pictures from Atlanta GATS
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lugnet.trains
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Date:
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Tue, 14 Nov 2000 19:30:56 GMT
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In lugnet.announce, James Trobaugh writes:
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> Currently I have loaded the pictures from the train races on Brickshelf.
> This event quickly became a favorite with the visitors to the layout. It was
> set up with two controllers, a pair of 15' long tracks and some special race
> trains. The drivers would have to watch the xmas tree and as soon as the
> light hits green the drivers would max out the controllers. It really became
> a race of who could get the jump off the line. There were light sensors in
> the track to detect if anyone tried to get an early start. Also there where
> sensors at the end of the track to detect the winner and cut power to the
> tracks (to avoid trains running off the table).
This sounds like a lot of fun. What a great interactive display!
Congratulations. Thanks for posting the photos. Fun, cool, and involving. An
excellent way to promote interest in LEGO trains.
> We also had some younger visitors bring thier own trains to race, so it
> looks like the idea is catching on.
Nice.
later,
James Mathis
> You can see some pictures of the events here:
> http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=1985
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