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<p>The atlas line of track probably provides the most flexabitlity and the simplest system. There are a few tricks to using flex track, so suggest you research this before diving in. Kalmbach has several very good beginners guides which cover flex track and many other tricks of the trade. They're well worth the money.</p><p> I'd also suggest that you locate and vist a good train oriented local hobby shop (LHS). You can get a lot of good advice there and answers to many of the questions that come up. Be sure to ask about clubs in your area. They're usually happy to have visitors. The club vists will give you a lot more information on "how it's done". Nothing like actually seeing the real thing.</p><p>In designing your layout, try to provide some industry sidings and some passing sidings. These will provide interesting switching operations, and will make two train operation easier.</p><p>A4x8 layout can be designed to provide lots of operating interest as well as an opportunity to build nice scenery, buildings, etc. Many famous model railroaders started with layouts even smaller than 4x8...John Allen's original layout was 4x6, E.L. Moore's Elizabeth Valley was even smaller. (You probably don't know who these guys are, but you will)</p><p>Welcome to this great hobby</p><p>JBB</p><p> </p>
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