There's this wonderful hobby where people build scale replicas of locomotives and then ride them around either in their front yard or at a club. But I couldn't find any websites, because there's so much model train stuff on the internet, it's hard to wade through it all. So this afternoon, I decided it was time to find something to post...

Check it out! This guy has built 3 locomotives, including 2 steam and one battery powered machine. And what excellent little miniatures they are. All the controls are to scale and do their intended jobs. Take a look at the pressure gauges!

Also see tons of pictures of very happy children getting rides, and enough construction details to make an excellent build diary.

Also, here's a little tutorial on how to lay your own track.

Very very VERY cool.