Goodbye Montana Rail Link, beautiful company that it was. Another company less and absorbed by one of the giants Class I (BNSF). Magnificent video good friend, I love it. Like 385 👍 !!!!!!
Was ein wunderschönes Montana und das Video ein Meister Werk an der Kamera Happy Christmas 🎅🚂🚂🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃and Happy Train greetings from Germany Rhein side Düsseldorf.
When I was last there in 2019, the searchlights at the 8:47 mark already had their willing "darth vader" replacement signals standing next to them. First the semaphores, and now the searchlights. Those were the primary reasons I visited the MRL. (well that, and the plethora of EMD power on the property.)
We missed the semaphore era on MRL, unfortunately. But it was great to see those classic searchlights in operation for so many years. There are still some hanging on, but it's only a matter of time... PTC and continued signal replacement is the future for the MRL mainline. Thank you for the comment!
Thank you very much! And yes, thankfully, the crew on that Darby local had a small train and was traveling slowly. Was pretty surprised to see that unfold while watching through the viewfinder!
Lots and lots of AC horsepower for those coal trains! Back in the days of DC power, those trains required multiple helper sets to reach the top of Mullan Pass. The "black fog of Blossburg" was very real in those days. Thank you for the comment!
We feel the same way. There is something about the sound of those locomotives that stirs the passion of railroading in so many. Thank you for watching (and listening).
Thank you for releasing these videos for everybody to enjoy, they are absolute gold. Great production, absolute best of the best quality, narration and videography.
C. Vision you all did a wonderful job with this MRL video. My only regret is I did not watch it sooner. Please keep up the amazing content. Also the local at around the 25 minute mark as they were picking up the three cars, that was quite a connection. I’d have been a little more than upset after I picked myself up off the cab floor on that one.
Yeah, they bumped those cars good! But the pin dropped! I guess that's all that matters... Thank you for the kind words and also for your thoughts on that switching scene. And sorry for the late reply! We missed your comment when you first made it.
These videos are just excellent. We get to see parts of the country that we would otherwise never see. The trains and camera angles are awesome. Excellent commentary that is just enough, not too much. This is very special work that you guys put out. You guys find places that still have joined rail lol. Professionals
Thank you so much for the thoughtful, detailed comment. It took a lot of time and effort to produce these programs, but viewers like you make it all worth it. And we’re glad that you noticed the jointed rail. MRL still had quite a bit of it at the time of production. Thanks again!
My grandfather was a conductor on the NP and BN; dad was born and raised in Missoula. These were his home rails. Dad told stories about riding in the caboose with his brothers-they’d bring their poles and get dropped off to fish while their dad worked the local, then get picked up a few hours later on the way back. Unfortunately I never (meaningfully) met my grandfather or really any of his family. Dad joined the Navy; when he retired we settled in the South where mom is from.
Those are some excellent stories. Thank you for sharing them with us. Railroading out of Missoula back in those days must have been pretty incredible. Beautiful country with a fascinating history - that’s Montana. We very much appreciate the comment.
Thank you for your service, David. As you know, the Montana Rail Link parallels the Milwaukee’s right-of-way for many miles in western Montana. It’s just a shame that only one line survived.
Goodbye Montana Rail Link, beautiful company that it was. Another company less and absorbed by one of the giants Class I (BNSF). Magnificent video good friend, I love it. Like 385 👍 !!!!!!
Thank you, my friend! Greetings from Minnesota, USA!
It was going to happen sooner or later anyway since MRL leased its mainline routes from BNSF
The scenery is beautiful
It certainly is a gorgeous region! MRL travels through some of the best scenery in the west.
Just moved to Missoula. Great way to understand operations and see the beauty of Western Montana.
Thank you, Kevin! Enjoy Montana!
Outstanding video! Trout Creek are magic location!
Thank you! We love Trout Creek too. It's a very beautiful area.
Krásné video, díky za hezký večer. Zdravím z Týnec nad Sázavou CZ
Thank you, Michal. Greetings from Minnesota, USA!
Was ein wunderschönes Montana und das Video ein Meister Werk an der Kamera Happy Christmas 🎅🚂🚂🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃and Happy Train greetings from Germany Rhein side Düsseldorf.
Thank you!!! Welcome from Minnesota!
Thank you for putting these beautiful trains in context. We feel all your tenderness for the rail industry and for the sumptuous landscapes traveled.
Thank you so much! We enjoy making these videos for people like you.
Excellent work! Great videos. Very enjoyable.
Thank you, Mark!
Thank you very much!
When I was last there in 2019, the searchlights at the 8:47 mark already had their willing "darth vader" replacement signals standing next to them. First the semaphores, and now the searchlights. Those were the primary reasons I visited the MRL. (well that, and the plethora of EMD power on the property.)
We missed the semaphore era on MRL, unfortunately. But it was great to see those classic searchlights in operation for so many years. There are still some hanging on, but it's only a matter of time... PTC and continued signal replacement is the future for the MRL mainline. Thank you for the comment!
At 28:00, two wild horses safely cross the track!
I love watching the whole video, repeatedly. Thank you for providing.
Thank you very much! And yes, thankfully, the crew on that Darby local had a small train and was traveling slowly. Was pretty surprised to see that unfold while watching through the viewfinder!
Very nice production. Thanks for posting
Thank you! And you're very welcome.
Very well done; professional. Thank you for not over dubbing it with music. Five Stars!
Thank you for the five star rating, sir! Means a lot. And yes, music has its place. Over the sound of locomotives isn't it!
Four DPU'S from 4'30" to 5'30", WOW 👌 thats some serious muscle 💪 👍👌
Lots and lots of AC horsepower for those coal trains! Back in the days of DC power, those trains required multiple helper sets to reach the top of Mullan Pass. The "black fog of Blossburg" was very real in those days. Thank you for the comment!
I love this train dvd
Thank you, Chris!!!
Really nice of you to post this, I certainly enjoyed it.
Glad you enjoyed the video! Happy to be able to share it with you.
645 and 710 prime mover sounds are music to my ears!
We feel the same way. There is something about the sound of those locomotives that stirs the passion of railroading in so many. Thank you for watching (and listening).
Excellent video. Like
Thank you! We appreciate the view and the like!
That' terrific!
Thank you, Ron!
Amazing !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you, Nikos!!!
Thank you for releasing these videos for everybody to enjoy, they are absolute gold. Great production, absolute best of the best quality, narration and videography.
You're welcome, Riley! It means a lot to us that people are enjoying them.
I love the footage and information in all your videos!
Thank you very much! Very glad that you are enjoying our videos.
Montana Rail Link Volume 1 & 2 are both wonderful 😊!
Thank you, Derrick! We appreciate hearing your thoughts on this pair.
@@CVisionContributor You're Welcome!
C. Vision you all did a wonderful job with this MRL video. My only regret is I did not watch it sooner. Please keep up the amazing content. Also the local at around the 25 minute mark as they were picking up the three cars, that was quite a connection. I’d have been a little more than upset after I picked myself up off the cab floor on that one.
Yeah, they bumped those cars good! But the pin dropped! I guess that's all that matters... Thank you for the kind words and also for your thoughts on that switching scene. And sorry for the late reply! We missed your comment when you first made it.
These videos are just excellent. We get to see parts of the country that we would otherwise never see. The trains and camera angles are awesome. Excellent commentary that is just enough, not too much. This is very special work that you guys put out. You guys find places that still have joined rail lol. Professionals
Thank you so much for the thoughtful, detailed comment. It took a lot of time and effort to produce these programs, but viewers like you make it all worth it. And we’re glad that you noticed the jointed rail. MRL still had quite a bit of it at the time of production. Thanks again!
@@CVisionProductions1 you’re welcome!
My grandfather was a conductor on the NP and BN; dad was born and raised in Missoula. These were his home rails. Dad told stories about riding in the caboose with his brothers-they’d bring their poles and get dropped off to fish while their dad worked the local, then get picked up a few hours later on the way back.
Unfortunately I never (meaningfully) met my grandfather or really any of his family. Dad joined the Navy; when he retired we settled in the South where mom is from.
Those are some excellent stories. Thank you for sharing them with us. Railroading out of Missoula back in those days must have been pretty incredible. Beautiful country with a fascinating history - that’s Montana. We very much appreciate the comment.
Wow what a fantastic video. The scenery is spectacular. Everyone has done an awesome job. Thank you for sharing this wonderful video.
Thank you for the nice comment. You're very welcome!
Wow there was some hard coup[ings there when switching those cars, just like you see on model railroads, very nice video, subscribed
Thank you, Tony! Happy to have you as a subscriber!
The MRL is a really cool operation, and you did a fantastic job documenting it! Really great work!
Thank you! And we agree with your sentiments. MRL is a class act.
I’d very much like to see Classic Trains from Galesburg and Cameron!
It could happen! We'll see. Thank you for the comment.
Montana Rail Link is nice!,
Can you do the Full Movie of Griffith, Indiana
We'd love to, but it may not work out due to contract differences with our various videographers. We are posting what we can though!
@@CVisionContributor ok
I love this railroad I almost work for them I want to someday this line is beautiful
MRL truly is an awesome railroad. Thank you for the comment!
@@CVisionContributor your welcome
Once again guys, thanks so much for covering the MRL in such detail. Another great video!
You're welcome, sir! Happy to be able to provide this coverage for you.
8:48 this 710 prime mover sounds spice in these locos, & 9:35 this 710 prime mover sounds shredder in this loco
Shredder and spice! That's awesome. Thank you for the comment!
BNSF has officially taken back the Montana Rail link
What a shame. MRL had a great run.
I traveled on the Milwaukee Road way way back in my U S Navy days Went Chicago to Milwaukee many times Also Chicago to Denver a few times
Thank you for your service, David. As you know, the Montana Rail Link parallels the Milwaukee’s right-of-way for many miles in western Montana. It’s just a shame that only one line survived.