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Here's how I eased my curves: 1.  Draw out the straight sections of track, extending the line past the start of the curve. 2.  Draw your centerline of your curve 1" to 1 1/2" inside the straight sections of track.  For instance, if you're drawing a 24" radius curve, the center will be 25" to 25 1/2" inside the straight sections. 3.  Draw a curve TWICE the radius of your curve that's tangential to both the straight line and the cruve.  In this case a 48" radius.  This will make the "eased" curve about 12 to 18" long, long enough for the rail car to enjoy the transition. When you lay out your flex track it will naturally buffer the two transitions and you'll be hard pressed to actually see precisely where the curve starts. Mark in Utah
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