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UP policy: The Aftermath
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As I pointed out, Mark, it is not just about UP. <br /> <br />CSX and AMTRAK also have fees ! <br />As does GM, FORD, JOHN DEERE, COKE, ........................... <br /> <br />Will not having UP, CSX, and AMTRAK models hurt the hobby - yes, if you model any real major RR line !! <br /> <br />For me, UP uses the IMRL (now ICE) tracks in Iowa that I model - so I have a UP train. AMTRAK cuts across southern Iowa (the Zephyr), so it is on the layout, too. <br /> <br />But what will REALLY hurt the hobby is if the model maker can't count on general sales and thus has more and more dependance on the pre-order mode, perhaps with models limited to ONLY a pre-order amount . If the ONLY way we can get models is by pre-ordering them, I think the hobby is hurt !!! <br /> <br />As far as just "reviewing" the model (and the T-shirt, book, pin, mug, ....) goes, why should the major RRs do this ???? It cost them money to have someone do this (one good reason for the fee). It would be FAR easier (and cheaper) for them to just refuse to allow ANY models (or T-shirts, or .....) to be made. Ever notice there are no models of McDonalds on the layout ??? McDonalds just said NO !!! If the major RRs just gave up and said that NO models could be made with their logos (no decals, either!), I think the hobby would be hurt, too, IMHO !!! <br /> <br />You must not buy anything with a logo (to include your favorite sports team) on it - ALL: of them have fees you are paying to the company - its just that UP and CSX are more open about it !!!!!!!! <br />
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