In Southeast Wyoming the Laramie Mountains mark the division between the Great Plains and the Rockies. Rising to over 9,500 feet above sea-level, the transition from prairie to mountains is subtle except for the Sherman Granite rock outcroppings which dominate the landscape. Three sets of steel rails twist and wind through this remarkable setting with a history dating back to the First Transcontinental Railroad. This is Union Pacific's legendary route over Sherman Hill.
Join 7idea Productions as we take you trackside from Cheyenne to Laramie. Known as the Laramie Sub, this busy portion of Union Pacific's Overland Route is witness to a nearly steady stream of rail traffic heading to destinations in both the eastern and western United States.
We will begin in historic Cheyenne Wyoming and head west as long, heavy trains snake their way over the highest point on the Transcontinental Railroad. You'll see trains passing through deep cuts, over high fills and rolling through the legendary Hermosa Tunnel. Witness monster manifests over 2 miles long tackling the grade. This is big time railroading in the Cowboy State as trains travel Over Sherman Hill on Union Pacific's Laramie Subdivision.
1 hour 45 minutes
WIDESCREEN DVD NTSC No Region Code
May be viewed with or without narration.
Join 7idea Productions as we take you trackside from Cheyenne to Laramie. Known as the Laramie Sub, this busy portion of Union Pacific's Overland Route is witness to a nearly steady stream of rail traffic heading to destinations in both the eastern and western United States.
We will begin in historic Cheyenne Wyoming and head west as long, heavy trains snake their way over the highest point on the Transcontinental Railroad. You'll see trains passing through deep cuts, over high fills and rolling through the legendary Hermosa Tunnel. Witness monster manifests over 2 miles long tackling the grade. This is big time railroading in the Cowboy State as trains travel Over Sherman Hill on Union Pacific's Laramie Subdivision.
1 hour 45 minutes
WIDESCREEN DVD NTSC No Region Code
May be viewed with or without narration.
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- 3 of 5
Another great DVD from 7idea. I liked that they take the time to show some of the surrounding area and explain some of the history. Production values are high with great video definition. One small point was a minute or two of wind effected sound as a work train was filmed at Cheyenne, otherwise excellent. Commentary was good but perhaps some effort could be made to give the appropriate UP train symbols and not just the locomotive number. Overall an entertaining DVD.
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Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? I doubt it.
Image quality: Excellent!
Value: Fair.
Recommend? Yes.
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- 5 of 5
Liked it a lot, good scenery, good train action, good narration of consists and geography including some historical references.
Additional comments:
Narration: Just enough.
Narration can be turned off.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Excellent!
Value: Excellent value!
Recommend? "Must Have"!
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- 5 of 5
Super video and awesome scenery, shows a lot of UP new power and great places to photograph from. One of the best DVD I have scene.
Additional comments:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Yes.
Image quality: Excellent!
Value: Excellent value!
Recommend? "Must Have"!
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- 5 of 5
A fantastic DVD that's well photographed with good and informative narration maps and graphics, it is everything 7Idea has come to be known for action is non stop with a wide variety of UP trains being covered, all the famous spots on Sherman Hill are covered plus some scenes for other locations that don't get a lot of coverage from other DVD's. A must have DVD A+++++ all the way.
John Schmeling
SP/UP Railroad (Retired)
John Schmeling
SP/UP Railroad (Retired)
Additional comments:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Excellent!
Value: Excellent value!
Recommend? "Must Have"!
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- 5 of 5
This is a Seven Idea production... Ever the best! - I watched some Sherman Hill movies, but this is the better: modern, best quality and all most well knowed spots are covered.
Additional comments:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Excellent!
Value: Excellent value!
Recommend? "Must Have"!
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