I am not new to the hob by but have been out so long I feel like I am. I have a small (8x2-ish) N Scale layout, based loosely on the WS Scenic River track plan. It is going well and a learning experience for a larger layout in the planning stages. I model CSX in the early 80's so I can run CSX, Chessie, Family Lines, even CO and BO equipment if needed.