Reading & Northern

Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары

The Reading & Northern puts on one of the best shows in steam railroading today. Watch as the #425 leads its train through the beautiful Lehigh River Gorge - navigating the rugged terrain by twist and turn, over bridges and through rock cuts, all while climbing steadily uphill. The locomotive is a feast for the senses, in a distinct blue livery with silver trim along with its signature eardrum-splitting exhaust, it is hard not to notice when 425 passes you by.
0:00 "Engine 425, OK Ahead, Over"
0:50 Departing Jim Thorpe, PA
1:58 Crossing the Lehigh River
2:44 Enter Glen Onoko
3:22 "CLEAR!" at Coal
5:00 "Put your injector on!"
6:06 The Racetrack
7:16 Hetchel
8:24 "Like a Model Train" - From High Above
10:56 Around Ox Bow Bend
13:02 Along the Rock Wall
13:40 "Echo Canyon"
14:55 Bear Creek Curve
15:44 "You're good, Nate!"
16:20 Almost There
16:42 Old Penn Haven
18:55 Turn Hole Tunnel
20:13 Rain in the Rock Cut
21:02 Reflections
21:24 Credits
Reading and Northern 425 is used on special occasions for various excursions on the R&N's vast 300-mile system, and on select dates it can be found powering the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway's regular trains based out of Jim Thorpe, PA.
Check www.lgsry.com and www.rbmnrr-passenger.com for more details.
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Photography & Editing by Joseph M. Fusco
Additional Audio by Steve Lerro
Made Possible by the Reading & Northern Crew: Shane, Chad, and Ryan Frederickson, Ryan Bausher, Nate Mengel, Chuck Trusdell, Keith Strobel, Steve Gilbert
Special Thanks to George Widhson, Mark Turkovich, Dayna Jodzio
Also thanks to Bernard Krebs for his historical and local expertise.
In Memory of Bill Frederickson, who spent years working on the Reading & Northern and is father to Shane (the engineer in this video) and Chad Frederickson. Bill passed away in early 2021.

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  • @merrimacksacoproductions4497
    @merrimacksacoproductions44972 жыл бұрын

    Easily the best cinematic of railroading I've ever seen! Beautiful locations, equipment, and composure of your shots, all coming together seamlessly, truly doesn't get any better than this!

  • @calebjackson6082
    @calebjackson60822 жыл бұрын

    I don't think I can express enough how much I absolutely love this video! From the powerful shots of #425 charging through the mountains to the spectacular views of the Appalachian Mountains that surround it, it perfectly embodies everything I love about this hobby. Amazing job! Now if only I had the money to go here.

  • @davidpoor8638
    @davidpoor86384 ай бұрын

    This has to be about THE BEST steam video I have seen in years!!! This one is freakin' AWESOME!!! Joe you really nailed it with this one!! B E A U T I F U L!!!! ❤❤❤❤

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for the kind words. They mean a lot!

  • @MPT_Productions
    @MPT_Productions2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely breathtaking video, Joe! This was by far your best video ever, and the sequence of shots just flow so well. You really did 425 and the gorge justice with this one. All we need now is 2102

  • @cassscenicproductions8888
    @cassscenicproductions88882 жыл бұрын

    This is amazing. Amazing video Joe. I hope to see 425 someday.

  • @BMMEC6000
    @BMMEC6000 Жыл бұрын

    Jeez! This is absolutely incredible! It sure it 4K I’ll tell you that! Guy’s out here using Imax quality cameras!

  • @CentralPennRailProductions
    @CentralPennRailProductions2 жыл бұрын

    Well worth the wait, love seeing you step up your game each time.

  • @kiwianimationssolomonsharp6250
    @kiwianimationssolomonsharp62502 жыл бұрын

    This is probably the best video I've seen of 425, this is incredible!

  • @medwaymodelrailway7129
    @medwaymodelrailway71292 жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed the upload found it very interesting. Thanks for sharing.

  • @565fan
    @565fan2 жыл бұрын

    I have ridden this line a number of times, and still found you locations both surprising and recognizable. I was in tears at the end.

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Tim! Your compliments mean a lot. I’m glad those emotions came through the screen. I’ve always wanted to “do justice” to the 425 and the Lehigh Gorge, and this is the first time I really felt I came close. I am looking forward to the return of the 2102 but the 425 holds a special place in my heart.

  • @weirdoburritopros7505
    @weirdoburritopros75057 ай бұрын

    I temper having a blast going threw those tunnels, no pun intended.

  • @vanislescotty
    @vanislescotty2 жыл бұрын

    This was outstanding. I'll watch it again. So many camera angles. Very well edited. Well done!

  • @PennsyPro
    @PennsyPro2 жыл бұрын

    Phenomenal work once again! The way this video flows is absolute perfection.

  • @FranciscoAntonio-rd1eu
    @FranciscoAntonio-rd1eu5 ай бұрын

    Dios!, qué hermoso vídeo y que hermosas personas, gracias.

  • @HematomaFalafalPatrol
    @HematomaFalafalPatrol2 жыл бұрын

    haven't gotten past the title but there's no point in waiting to say that this is great work

  • @rickj6348
    @rickj63484 ай бұрын

    What a gorgeous locomotive!

  • @BlueCometProductions
    @BlueCometProductions2 жыл бұрын

    I just [redacted] to this video

  • @HematomaFalafalPatrol

    @HematomaFalafalPatrol

    2 жыл бұрын

    hot dang dude

  • @074042RSB

    @074042RSB

    4 ай бұрын

    Genocide is still actually frowned upon, believe it or not considering current events. And whilst committing genocide whilst watching KZread is impressive and all, I would still keep that off of the internet. Completely. Not just redacting it.

  • @ToledoRails

    @ToledoRails

    4 ай бұрын

    @@074042RSBso you’re saying when I yoink my noodle to this video my baby batter in a sock is genocide? Weird.

  • @chasespadavecchia6407
    @chasespadavecchia64072 жыл бұрын

    It is amazing to see something we all commonly know on such high-quality film. This is beyond perfect work; fantastic job Joe.

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Chase! Maybe we can give the same treatment to another locomotive we are both familiar with sometime. ;-)

  • @jakestockmal2588
    @jakestockmal25882 жыл бұрын

    Simply magical! Glad I could make it into the video at 4:02. It was nice running into you on a few days in the gorge.

  • @firegrateproductions
    @firegrateproductions2 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic video! By far one of the most cinematic videos I've seen of any train. PERIOD!

  • @leonardfibigerlewis
    @leonardfibigerlewis Жыл бұрын

    Mr Fusco, you the Master & Genius with a Soul that knows what sounds and scenes strikes home. Your footage and skills gave me goosebumps allover! I give you the deepest thanks and respect I can muster.

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for your kind words. It’s comments like these that make me want to keep making these videos!

  • @tylerfenderson2500
    @tylerfenderson25002 жыл бұрын

    Joe you have simply blasted folks on KZread away with this amazing video!!! Excellent work!!

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Tyler!!

  • @corntater5848
    @corntater58482 жыл бұрын

    AWASOME video you should be proud of the work you did

  • @FoxRiverRailfan
    @FoxRiverRailfan2 жыл бұрын

    Master Class Production. Well done! Worth the full watch.

  • @KeystoneRailProductions
    @KeystoneRailProductions2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely stunning!

  • @endlesspossibilities4786
    @endlesspossibilities47862 жыл бұрын

    this video obviously took a lot of creativity, planning and hard work. It really paid off. Well done!!

  • @ConductorSmith
    @ConductorSmith2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely gorgeous film!

  • @-_Spiral_-
    @-_Spiral_- Жыл бұрын

    I’ve been in love with your work ever since 2014, possibly even older. It’s been so pleasant to see how far you’ve gotten. With this. It’s like a movie! Godspeed for now, 425.

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the kind words. It’s comments like these that keep me going! I have more 425 stuff slated to come out soon. Keep your eyes peeled in the next few days!

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    Жыл бұрын

    @ethanpiscatello9297 As usual, my upcoming 425 video (shot over three days last month) is taking longer than expected to finish… sit tight. Working on it!

  • @-_Spiral_-

    @-_Spiral_-

    Жыл бұрын

    @@fuscoproductions If there’s one thing I have, it’s definitely patience for hard working people like you. The fact that it’s taking longer actually makes me happier; since it’s being given more time to be perfected. I know I’ll love it, just like I loved the Tunkhannock Excursion in what, 2009? I’ll be right here.

  • @evanf1293
    @evanf12932 жыл бұрын

    Those sure were some greats shots, 425 sure is a beauty.

  • @stuartadamsrailfanningvideos
    @stuartadamsrailfanningvideos2 жыл бұрын

    This is a great video! I want to see this beautiful locomotive in person someday. At least my favorite 4-6-2 Pacific, Oregon Railway and Navigation Company (OR&NC) 197 ex UP 3203, will be returning to steam in late 2022 or early 2023!

  • @BrodieProductions412
    @BrodieProductions4122 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video

  • @thomasweekley9209
    @thomasweekley92092 жыл бұрын

    This is amazing work! You should be very proud.

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @keeperofsteamstudios6654
    @keeperofsteamstudios66542 жыл бұрын

    Phenomenal video Joe!

  • @trailwayt9H337
    @trailwayt9H337 Жыл бұрын

    Very very Beautifull 💚 catching.. Thankyou for your good efforts.. and thanks to lovely beautifull steam locomotive engine train ❤️🧡💛💚

  • @PhilbruProduction
    @PhilbruProduction2 жыл бұрын

    Very, very nice. Thanks ! Philippe

  • @hirampriggott1689
    @hirampriggott1689 Жыл бұрын

    i';ve seen these thing on Lehigh River Gorge. Love the sound.

  • @kawasakiz76
    @kawasakiz762 жыл бұрын

    Great video!!

  • @northpennvalleysteamrailroad
    @northpennvalleysteamrailroad2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video!

  • @TyTytheTrainGuy
    @TyTytheTrainGuy2 жыл бұрын

    Great video Joe, it was great meeting you.

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    Likewise Ty Ty! Both you and your dad!

  • @ianschutt6242
    @ianschutt62422 жыл бұрын

    Great pictures...and GREAT audio!

  • @JamesAttwellPhotography
    @JamesAttwellPhotography2 жыл бұрын

    Incredible video, Joe.

  • @maxm2317
    @maxm23172 жыл бұрын

    Gorgeous video, my friend!

  • @StrictlySteam
    @StrictlySteam2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely incredible! Such a beautiful film you’ve made! This has got to be some of the most high-quality, and best produced content in this whole category of railroading. Also not to mention the stellar editing and creative styles used throughout the whole thing! And could I ask what camera(s) you used to make this? Again, outstanding job, Mr. Joe Fusco! I always look forward to a new upload from you. Keep up all the great work you’re doing!

  • @madisoncorps1
    @madisoncorps12 жыл бұрын

    Well done!

  • @AJKPenguin
    @AJKPenguin Жыл бұрын

    Thank you @Joe Fusco for a hidden gem of Pennsylvania.

  • @rayzie8599
    @rayzie85992 жыл бұрын

    ok this is officially my favorite youtube channel

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the kind words! More to come… :-)

  • @OldIronVideo
    @OldIronVideo2 жыл бұрын

    I think I want to work/live hear in the future it's so awesome

  • @bigjohnrailproductions8370
    @bigjohnrailproductions83702 жыл бұрын

    Very Phenmenal video. May Bill Rest In Peace.

  • @steamtrainfra4377
    @steamtrainfra43772 жыл бұрын

    Great video as usual and big thought to Bill Frederickson.

  • @rbmn425trainzandroid.3

    @rbmn425trainzandroid.3

    2 жыл бұрын

    the end what happened with whistle reading 6 chime original the 425? the Reading 6 chime 10 may 2008

  • @steamtrainfra4377

    @steamtrainfra4377

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@rbmn425trainzandroid.3 I wanted to know what happened to the RDG 6 Chime of 10 May 2008

  • @rayzie8599
    @rayzie85992 жыл бұрын

    i feel like i'm cheating at life to be able to watch this footage for free

  • @imagreatbigman
    @imagreatbigman2 жыл бұрын

    What was the whistles the 425 was wearing in this video? I recognize the Reading Six Chime, but not the others.

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    The other whistles you hear include a Powell 3-chime (at the “Echo Canyon” chapter), a CB&Q 5-chime (at the Turn Hole Tunnel chapter), a Nathan 3-chime (at the Reflections chapter), and a PRR 3-chime (at the end credits)… I think that’s all of them!

  • @rbmn425trainzandroid.3

    @rbmn425trainzandroid.3

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@fuscoproductions and the one whistle in this vídeo? Minute 0:27

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@rbmn425trainzandroid.3 it’s a Reading 6 chime copy machined from a steel boiler tube.

  • @ct737
    @ct7372 жыл бұрын

    Excellent production. Are you shooting Canon raw? And that long range zoom around 9:12 is incredible! I can't tell if that's digital zoom or not, but that must be a very long lens!

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    It is a long lens in deed! 200mm on a crop sensor.

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    Also Raw indeed - how’d ya know?

  • @ct737

    @ct737

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@fuscoproductions It’s very filmic soft contrast. I’ve never seen colors that good without shooting log and extra color grading (and 10bit color). Most peoples videos in 4K look too washed out. Yours is not too harsh, and has way better dynamic range than any other train video I’ve seen… which is only possible in Log. I also know that I can only get that film look if I film in v-log on my LUMIX. It looks amazing! Is it a Canon DSLR? Gosh I could ask a million questions on how you achieved this look.

  • @user-mp2tk3pw6j
    @user-mp2tk3pw6j Жыл бұрын

    Wow! The quality is amazing! What did you use to make this?

  • @OldIronVideo
    @OldIronVideo Жыл бұрын

    Dear Joe I have a question, I am new to using an actual camera to railfan videos, I found if I'm not zoomed in with the engine constantly in frame the engine goes out of focus, how can I have the engine be in focus without zooming in on it?

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey! A lot to get into here on a KZread comment, but the short version is: shoot with a small aperture (f10.0 or greater) for heavily zoomed in shots to maintain deeper depth of field. More of the image will be in focus and once without need for adjustment.

  • @la6009
    @la6009 Жыл бұрын

    Excuse me Joe, But with which camera are you filming the R&N 425 in this video ? By the way, very nice video, well done !

  • @eliteproductions7636
    @eliteproductions76362 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video! Did you use a drone for the “model railroad” shots?

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! No drone - just a long lens and long hike!

  • @eliteproductions7636

    @eliteproductions7636

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@fuscoproductions oh cool!

  • @thomasweekley9209
    @thomasweekley92092 жыл бұрын

    I have two questions: 1) Isn’t 425 due for her annual 15 year inspection next year? 2) With 2102 possibly coming back soon, where will that leave 425?

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    1) Yes, #425’s inspection is coming up soon. That was a part of the reason I wanted to document it so much this year! I am currently working on two weekends worth of footage from the fall foliage excursions with the 425. It’ll be done when it’s done. LOL 2) Wish I had an answer for you there. The best I can say is we will all have to wait and see!

  • @wrrail
    @wrrail2 жыл бұрын

    How do you get these so smooth shots!!!

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    Exterior shots were (mostly) taken with a tripod, and onboard shots were taken handheld using lenses with IS. That being said, it does take practice!

  • @AuthenticCocoa
    @AuthenticCocoa2 жыл бұрын

    I heard on k&l trainz Steve the owner of k&l trainz was with you

  • @AuthenticCocoa
    @AuthenticCocoa2 жыл бұрын

    And also did Steve tell you that he is making a 425

  • @dlasky
    @dlasky2 жыл бұрын

    Why do railway lines run along rivers?

  • @fuscoproductions

    @fuscoproductions

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great question - when dealing with steep mountain terrain, following a river usually provides a much gentler climb than trying to climb over the mountain passes. Many railroads used this technique for navigating through mountain ridges when a river was also present.

  • @dlasky

    @dlasky

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@fuscoproductions Makes sense. Thanks for the reply!

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