Which wood would you use?

[RhB_HJ]

QUOTE: Originally posted by FJ and G

...........................The question I have, is which type of wood is good to withstand the elements. I'm in northern Virginia. I want something that will last. I have a table saw so I can rip wood fairly quickly.
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Hi Dave,

Cedar, Redwood and Larch (Tamarack).

[FJ and G]

Picked up the latest GR mag and liked the article on building bridges. The dude ripped old cedar picket fences.

I'm preparing to put up a trestle similar to his (I liked his simple trackplan as well and may do something similar).

The question I have, is which type of wood is good to withstand the elements. I'm in northern Virginia. I want something that will last. I have a table saw so I can rip wood fairly quickly.

Also, do some type of laminate or preservatives need to be added to the wood now or periodically?

Also, does the wood first have to be cured?

Thanks.

Dave