Cinematic productions of railroads in the Western United States. From my home in Western Oregon, to Eastern Washington, the Feather River Canyon, Montana Rail Link, Tehachapi, Utah, and more.
Interesting factoid if you notice all the graffiti on trains. It is never on the registration number. (Basically a license plate )The transportation administration demands that the number be visible when the train is moving. So when it's inspected at every stop they have to erase the graffiti and rewrite it. Graffiti artists know this so they never paint over the numbers.
@TheRailfanDan17 минут бұрын
I've always noticed this and figured it was always inspectors that would remove the paint but didn't know the graffiti pests themselves were smart enough for such a thing.
@robertlloyd71674 сағат бұрын
Beautiful work, Dan!
@rickdee675 сағат бұрын
You would not have to pay me to work for that railroad! And this has got to be one of the best train chasing videos ever the scenery is magnificent. The cinematography is on point and I just love those Genesee and Wyoming derivative Corp. schemed locomotives. A little narration on maybe how old the line isor how this railroad came together would be great. I am definitely not critiquing your video. I absolutely love what you’re doing. Thank you so much.
@TheRailfanDan17 минут бұрын
Thanks so much Rick you're too kind and I'm real glad you're enjoying!
@chuckythedoll481512 сағат бұрын
That viaduct is awsome! Huge
@markb378615 сағат бұрын
Dan is the most under-subscribed content creator on KZread. Another beautiful addition to his channel.
@TheRailfanDan16 минут бұрын
Thank you very much Mark you're too kind!
@waynedoeblin680118 сағат бұрын
Hello Dan,sunsets are magical aren’t they.Do people climb that Mt Shasta?
@TheRailfanDan16 минут бұрын
I assume so but I do not know to what extent.
@johnraccasi68121 сағат бұрын
Beautiful work, you have done this stretch of road justice! Next project, lets see something on Ruby Canyon....please!
@TheRailfanDan16 минут бұрын
Thanks so much John! Oh I hope so one day but this is all very far from home for me. The next big thing is 4014 next month!
@danmarkis378521 сағат бұрын
Another beauty!!!!!
@kendall172821 сағат бұрын
Will you be chasing the 4014 next month as it makes it's way from Cheyenne to Sacramento? I plan to catch it through Feather River from Keddie.
@TheRailfanDan15 минут бұрын
Yes! From Salt Lake to Oroville and then again from Ogden to Cheyenne.
@bonescdxx22 сағат бұрын
How come no footage of the line south of Lakeside?
@TheRailfanDan15 минут бұрын
I wanted to but it just never worked out for this video. Maybe in a future video sometime.
@Atsf197622 сағат бұрын
What an incredible video. The train with the trees and a snowcapped volcano is just wow. How many trains roll through here each day?
@TheRailfanDan13 минут бұрын
Hey thanks so much! This line gets about 12 or so in a 24 hour period. I caught 8 this day including 1 Amtrak and even missed 1 so there were 9 during the day which is a super good day!
@7ideaproductions22 сағат бұрын
Stunning!
@TheRailfanDan12 минут бұрын
Thanks so much Aaron! I know you know all about how great it can be to catch action on the Black Butte Sub!
@ivanoffw23 сағат бұрын
When you first asked the question about doing the soaring the rails videos, I figured do what you want. The way you were able to go for so long without making several cuts was great to just enjoy the scenery. I don't know what you can do to improve on this type of video, but I am sure you will find a way to continually amaze us with your talent. The choice of music accompanying the video was nearly perfect. Keep this type of video coming.
@TheRailfanDan11 минут бұрын
Well thanks so much for your kind words! Not sure how often I will be able to do these but I do not have any plans to quit them!
@dennisworkmansr.714Күн бұрын
I think you should show more cameo shots of yourself, I really enjoy the shorter versions.
@TheRailfanDan10 минут бұрын
Thanks Dennis some others have said I should show myself more also. Great I was hoping folks would enjoy the shorter videos!
@charlescoghlan2855Күн бұрын
Simply put - Stunning and mesmerizing!! What a perfect time to catch. But that is your skill set quality. Like someone else said, one of the best Soaring the Rails Episodes you have made!! And people actually get paid to run this section, unbelievable!! Thank You.
@TheRailfanDan10 минут бұрын
Thanks so much Charles you're too kind! I know what a terrible job it must be huh??? Haha just kidding!
@camauedd8042Күн бұрын
Was up there just last week....
@TheRailfanDan10 минут бұрын
Right on! It's a marvelous region.
@SuperPhesterКүн бұрын
I live in SE Washington, Never got a chance to really see MT SHASTA in it's glory. Thank you Dan!!
@LouT1501Күн бұрын
Dan, you keep producing stunning videos. This one - and all of the 'soaring' series - are just the thing to watch as a break from the usual rough and tumble YT content. Thank you!
@TheRailfanDan8 минут бұрын
Thanks so much Lou it really does mean a lot that you're watching and enjoying! I'm not sure how often I'll be able to do them but I don't plan to quit. I have a few others on the list to be edited soon.
@richblacklockКүн бұрын
Dan, with a clear line of sight, and assuming from your location, what’s the maximum range of the drone? Another awesome video! Thanks.
@TheRailfanDan7 минут бұрын
Thanks Rich! Well these days the range of drones are just insane. The Mavic 3 Pro that I use most of the time I once watched a guy on a video here fly it 5 miles away and back! Incredible.
@terin1862Күн бұрын
It's as if I'm driving the train and I get to enjoy this scenery while on the job. Now if I could just get paid to watch this from the comfort of my own home as I "pretend" to be the conductor or engineer 😊
@TheRailfanDan7 минут бұрын
Ha yeah that would be great wouldn't it!
@philthycat1408Күн бұрын
It’s like a giant metal snake ! 👍🏻🏴
@toddatglencovewoodworksКүн бұрын
The current state of drone technology has certainly enabled folks to share such stunning imagery in a professional manner. Thanks Dan! 😊
@TheRailfanDan7 минут бұрын
Yes you are indeed very correct! It's amazing what we can do with them. Thanks!
@thomasmackowiakКүн бұрын
Mt. Shasta is magnificent looming over the Union Pacific's Black Butte Subdivision, Dan! Thank you for sharing this short video with us.
@TheRailfanDan6 минут бұрын
Thanks Thomas! It's really amazing how the mountain is just right there in your face. I never get tired of being there and gazing at it.
@fredwilliams6843Күн бұрын
Your site is called Railfan Dan but it’s always very nice to see a train.
@TheRailfanDan6 минут бұрын
Most of my videos have trains but these Soaring the Rails videos are a bit different.
@thomasmaughan4798Күн бұрын
2:40 Southbound at 41.544249° -122.185392° at Andesite. Late afternoon sunlight. As perfect flying as I've seen.
@TheRailfanDan5 минут бұрын
Thanks so much Thomas!
@jamiejmasters4818Күн бұрын
Railways are so unique in the way they fit into the landscape rather than dominating it like freeways & highways, especially in the times between trains like Dan has captured here so well.
@TheRailfanDan5 минут бұрын
Thanks so much Jamie!
@norbertnedsworth7172Күн бұрын
Amazing. Almost like a living thing snaking around the vast countryside. Some beautiful videography. Only in the USA!
@GrainexpressКүн бұрын
Very cool video! Such beautiful scenery!
@argeesart8567Күн бұрын
I don't know why but, there was something a little more melancholy in this "Soar"...maybe it was the time of day or the music, or both, but I know it was over all too soon! Loved it...Great video...Thank you!
@TheRailfanDan4 минут бұрын
Thanks so much glad you enjoyed! I know it wasn't very long and I kind of wish I had done more but the sun was fading quite fast in the moment.
@GregsWorkshopOregonКүн бұрын
A couple interesting swing bridges on this line are on two of the trestle over Tahkenitch Lake. They're old manually operated bridges and while they're permanently closed (continuous rail had been laid over them) it's interesting to me that they were ever out in at all.
@TheRailfanDan4 минут бұрын
Had no idea about those. Thanks for the info!
@OregontrailblazinКүн бұрын
I love Yehezkel Raz and the show thanks !
@Zsolti0NYMКүн бұрын
The lights are indeed amazing here. Mt. Shasta is even more impressive from the ground than from the air. Really majestic mountain. Looks like this is a remote area and there are no distractions. Everything is quiet and peaceful. I'm sure crews loves to work on this route. Wonderful aerial footage Dan and I like the ending a lot. You have a neat SUV.
@TheRailfanDan2 минут бұрын
Thank you Z! You could easily camp right there next to the tracks where I was and you wouldn't be disturbed by anything but the trains. I have had that Jeep for about a year and a half now and it has already taken me to places I wouldn't have been able to make it in my previous Nissan including the spot in this video.
@locomotives9217Күн бұрын
Absolutely amazing footage, Thank you.
@StormySkyRailProductionsКүн бұрын
What a Great video, flight and wonderful views! Thanks so much for sharing with us all, Dan! Beautiful work, Cheers! (Dave).
@TheRailfanDan2 минут бұрын
Thanks a lot Dave!
@dab1068Күн бұрын
Simply magnificent. Thanks for sharing Dan. You are so good at this.
@TheRailfanDanМинут бұрын
Thanks so much you're too kind! I am glad I can share it and that so many appreciate it so much.
@kenwoodbury1888Күн бұрын
Gloriously beautiful. Perhaps you have done it before, but it was nice to put a face to the voice. Thank you for another great video.
@TheRailfanDanМинут бұрын
Not too many times but it might happen a bit more from time to time.
@OregontrailblazinКүн бұрын
Sweet !
@brianburke63502 күн бұрын
Railfan Dan does it again. Beautiful
@TheRailfanDanКүн бұрын
Thank you Brian!
@dutchmans2 күн бұрын
Hello
@markhayes64072 күн бұрын
Your videos are getting better and better. I like the narration so I know where we are in viewing.
2 күн бұрын
Fantastic video
@XxBec35092 күн бұрын
Amazing terrian, great shots and subscribed
@TheRailfanDan2 күн бұрын
Thanks so much I hope you enjoy more of my material!
@dbags762 күн бұрын
Dan, your vids never cease to amaze!!!
@TheRailfanDan2 күн бұрын
Hey thanks so much you're too kind!
@AaronHahnStudios2 күн бұрын
Did you get permission?, as it is Illegal to fly drones over railways in Western Australia.
@TheRailfanDan2 күн бұрын
Oh that's too bad. Nope it is not illegal here.
@georgamsberg95882 күн бұрын
Magnifico, espetacular...
@TheRailfanDan2 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@user-tf6ck1ku6y2 күн бұрын
Its like 8 engines on that train line???
@TheRailfanDan2 күн бұрын
Yes all online and working!
@bhushanarora30782 күн бұрын
The snow covered mountain in the background and the evening sun is beautiful as the video ends
@TheRailfanDan2 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@LouT15013 күн бұрын
Excellent video, Dan, love the late evening light
@TheRailfanDan2 күн бұрын
Thanks so much Lou I was ecstatic about this catch!
@PCBill06223 күн бұрын
Stunning and so nice to see un-burned forest. You have every right to brag on this one.
@TheRailfanDan36 секунд бұрын
Thanks Bill! Yes right at this point no burned forest but about 5 miles to the South is where the Lava Fire burned 3 years ago and it is still pretty well singed.
@smcnish1droid3 күн бұрын
Another great short! I can’t wait to see the long completed video!
@TheRailfanDan2 күн бұрын
Thank you I think you will enjoy the long version as well!
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Interesting factoid if you notice all the graffiti on trains. It is never on the registration number. (Basically a license plate )The transportation administration demands that the number be visible when the train is moving. So when it's inspected at every stop they have to erase the graffiti and rewrite it. Graffiti artists know this so they never paint over the numbers.
I've always noticed this and figured it was always inspectors that would remove the paint but didn't know the graffiti pests themselves were smart enough for such a thing.
Beautiful work, Dan!
You would not have to pay me to work for that railroad! And this has got to be one of the best train chasing videos ever the scenery is magnificent. The cinematography is on point and I just love those Genesee and Wyoming derivative Corp. schemed locomotives. A little narration on maybe how old the line isor how this railroad came together would be great. I am definitely not critiquing your video. I absolutely love what you’re doing. Thank you so much.
Thanks so much Rick you're too kind and I'm real glad you're enjoying!
That viaduct is awsome! Huge
Dan is the most under-subscribed content creator on KZread. Another beautiful addition to his channel.
Thank you very much Mark you're too kind!
Hello Dan,sunsets are magical aren’t they.Do people climb that Mt Shasta?
I assume so but I do not know to what extent.
Beautiful work, you have done this stretch of road justice! Next project, lets see something on Ruby Canyon....please!
Thanks so much John! Oh I hope so one day but this is all very far from home for me. The next big thing is 4014 next month!
Another beauty!!!!!
Will you be chasing the 4014 next month as it makes it's way from Cheyenne to Sacramento? I plan to catch it through Feather River from Keddie.
Yes! From Salt Lake to Oroville and then again from Ogden to Cheyenne.
How come no footage of the line south of Lakeside?
I wanted to but it just never worked out for this video. Maybe in a future video sometime.
What an incredible video. The train with the trees and a snowcapped volcano is just wow. How many trains roll through here each day?
Hey thanks so much! This line gets about 12 or so in a 24 hour period. I caught 8 this day including 1 Amtrak and even missed 1 so there were 9 during the day which is a super good day!
Stunning!
Thanks so much Aaron! I know you know all about how great it can be to catch action on the Black Butte Sub!
When you first asked the question about doing the soaring the rails videos, I figured do what you want. The way you were able to go for so long without making several cuts was great to just enjoy the scenery. I don't know what you can do to improve on this type of video, but I am sure you will find a way to continually amaze us with your talent. The choice of music accompanying the video was nearly perfect. Keep this type of video coming.
Well thanks so much for your kind words! Not sure how often I will be able to do these but I do not have any plans to quit them!
I think you should show more cameo shots of yourself, I really enjoy the shorter versions.
Thanks Dennis some others have said I should show myself more also. Great I was hoping folks would enjoy the shorter videos!
Simply put - Stunning and mesmerizing!! What a perfect time to catch. But that is your skill set quality. Like someone else said, one of the best Soaring the Rails Episodes you have made!! And people actually get paid to run this section, unbelievable!! Thank You.
Thanks so much Charles you're too kind! I know what a terrible job it must be huh??? Haha just kidding!
Was up there just last week....
Right on! It's a marvelous region.
I live in SE Washington, Never got a chance to really see MT SHASTA in it's glory. Thank you Dan!!
Dan, you keep producing stunning videos. This one - and all of the 'soaring' series - are just the thing to watch as a break from the usual rough and tumble YT content. Thank you!
Thanks so much Lou it really does mean a lot that you're watching and enjoying! I'm not sure how often I'll be able to do them but I don't plan to quit. I have a few others on the list to be edited soon.
Dan, with a clear line of sight, and assuming from your location, what’s the maximum range of the drone? Another awesome video! Thanks.
Thanks Rich! Well these days the range of drones are just insane. The Mavic 3 Pro that I use most of the time I once watched a guy on a video here fly it 5 miles away and back! Incredible.
It's as if I'm driving the train and I get to enjoy this scenery while on the job. Now if I could just get paid to watch this from the comfort of my own home as I "pretend" to be the conductor or engineer 😊
Ha yeah that would be great wouldn't it!
It’s like a giant metal snake ! 👍🏻🏴
The current state of drone technology has certainly enabled folks to share such stunning imagery in a professional manner. Thanks Dan! 😊
Yes you are indeed very correct! It's amazing what we can do with them. Thanks!
Mt. Shasta is magnificent looming over the Union Pacific's Black Butte Subdivision, Dan! Thank you for sharing this short video with us.
Thanks Thomas! It's really amazing how the mountain is just right there in your face. I never get tired of being there and gazing at it.
Your site is called Railfan Dan but it’s always very nice to see a train.
Most of my videos have trains but these Soaring the Rails videos are a bit different.
2:40 Southbound at 41.544249° -122.185392° at Andesite. Late afternoon sunlight. As perfect flying as I've seen.
Thanks so much Thomas!
Railways are so unique in the way they fit into the landscape rather than dominating it like freeways & highways, especially in the times between trains like Dan has captured here so well.
Thanks so much Jamie!
Amazing. Almost like a living thing snaking around the vast countryside. Some beautiful videography. Only in the USA!
Very cool video! Such beautiful scenery!
I don't know why but, there was something a little more melancholy in this "Soar"...maybe it was the time of day or the music, or both, but I know it was over all too soon! Loved it...Great video...Thank you!
Thanks so much glad you enjoyed! I know it wasn't very long and I kind of wish I had done more but the sun was fading quite fast in the moment.
A couple interesting swing bridges on this line are on two of the trestle over Tahkenitch Lake. They're old manually operated bridges and while they're permanently closed (continuous rail had been laid over them) it's interesting to me that they were ever out in at all.
Had no idea about those. Thanks for the info!
I love Yehezkel Raz and the show thanks !
The lights are indeed amazing here. Mt. Shasta is even more impressive from the ground than from the air. Really majestic mountain. Looks like this is a remote area and there are no distractions. Everything is quiet and peaceful. I'm sure crews loves to work on this route. Wonderful aerial footage Dan and I like the ending a lot. You have a neat SUV.
Thank you Z! You could easily camp right there next to the tracks where I was and you wouldn't be disturbed by anything but the trains. I have had that Jeep for about a year and a half now and it has already taken me to places I wouldn't have been able to make it in my previous Nissan including the spot in this video.
Absolutely amazing footage, Thank you.
What a Great video, flight and wonderful views! Thanks so much for sharing with us all, Dan! Beautiful work, Cheers! (Dave).
Thanks a lot Dave!
Simply magnificent. Thanks for sharing Dan. You are so good at this.
Thanks so much you're too kind! I am glad I can share it and that so many appreciate it so much.
Gloriously beautiful. Perhaps you have done it before, but it was nice to put a face to the voice. Thank you for another great video.
Not too many times but it might happen a bit more from time to time.
Sweet !
Railfan Dan does it again. Beautiful
Thank you Brian!
Hello
Your videos are getting better and better. I like the narration so I know where we are in viewing.
Fantastic video
Amazing terrian, great shots and subscribed
Thanks so much I hope you enjoy more of my material!
Dan, your vids never cease to amaze!!!
Hey thanks so much you're too kind!
Did you get permission?, as it is Illegal to fly drones over railways in Western Australia.
Oh that's too bad. Nope it is not illegal here.
Magnifico, espetacular...
Thank you!
Its like 8 engines on that train line???
Yes all online and working!
The snow covered mountain in the background and the evening sun is beautiful as the video ends
Thanks!
Excellent video, Dan, love the late evening light
Thanks so much Lou I was ecstatic about this catch!
Stunning and so nice to see un-burned forest. You have every right to brag on this one.
Thanks Bill! Yes right at this point no burned forest but about 5 miles to the South is where the Lava Fire burned 3 years ago and it is still pretty well singed.
Another great short! I can’t wait to see the long completed video!
Thank you I think you will enjoy the long version as well!