Model Train Media | RobsTrains | Activity https://modeltrainmedia.com/members/robstrains/activity/ Activity feed for RobsTrains. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:55:39 +0200 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.21.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 ba88d79e8051e498f91e2e9b072b4ac0 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/15869/#acomment-16155 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:30:46 +0100 @casey-jones It was a good weekend – the show may be held again in two years time

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I have my first show of the year this weekend where I will be displaying my HO scale American layout. The show is the first to be held in Wanaka, New Zealand with hopes of […]

]]> b89a897a22103dcb36b96035f0347051 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/15869/#acomment-15938 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:54:01 +0100 @casey-jones I have a few shows that I will be involved in this year

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I have my first show of the year this weekend where I will be displaying my HO scale American layout. The show is the first to be held in Wanaka, New Zealand with hopes of […]

]]> cc0415614d2b0f900493ffab8e392378 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/15869/#acomment-15937 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:53:12 +0100 @Modeltrainmedia that will be really great for promoting events and letting everyone know what’s coming up event wise in different places

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I have my first show of the year this weekend where I will be displaying my HO scale American layout. The show is the first to be held in Wanaka, New Zealand with hopes of […]

]]> 239182db691615257ee367de36a1e769 RobsTrains posted an update: I have my first show of the year this weekend where I […] https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/15869/ Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:59:12 +0100 I have my first show of the year this weekend where I will be displaying my HO scale American layout. The show is the first to be held in Wanaka, New Zealand with hopes of holding another show again in two years time.

]]> 5 2e7ac7d99a7d96ffd112a3dbf0909931 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/14095/#acomment-14568 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:43:03 +0100 @casey-jones Yes nice and simple. I will post updates soon

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I am currently building this small layout using spare buildings and materials. I will be displaying this layout at an upcoming model train show in May. I usually model in HO […]

]]> 6ca4effef1162c53470d2ff555f332c6 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/14095/#acomment-14567 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:42:28 +0100 @US_Z_Scale Don’t usually like Hornby. I model American railroads, so have American model brands

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I am currently building this small layout using spare buildings and materials. I will be displaying this layout at an upcoming model train show in May. I usually model in HO […]

]]> 09b8c7949b3b6964e9f7aa861aec2e79 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/14095/#acomment-14368 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 18:37:10 +0100 @Railway187 Keeping simple as it will be used at shows where I also have to run a second hand table. It will be a set up and forget layout

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I am currently building this small layout using spare buildings and materials. I will be displaying this layout at an upcoming model train show in May. I usually model in HO […]

]]> 115e9e430ace93ed13cc349a8365c328 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/14095/#acomment-14367 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 18:35:44 +0100 @casey-jones I wanted a easy layout to take to shows when I also have a sales table to look after

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I am currently building this small layout using spare buildings and materials. I will be displaying this layout at an upcoming model train show in May. I usually model in HO […]

]]> 59e24f310dd7234bce80dab76e2bf048 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/14095/#acomment-14366 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 18:34:46 +0100 @US_Z_Scale Using mainly Hornby items. All items that I had already so no cost

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I am currently building this small layout using spare buildings and materials. I will be displaying this layout at an upcoming model train show in May. I usually model in HO […]

]]> 23ae1619b7447a68c61f55691f102893 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/14095/#acomment-14100 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:04:03 +0100 @Railway187 I will have to post some updated photos, I have made a few changes to it. I am added a back scene to one side to add depth to it

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I am currently building this small layout using spare buildings and materials. I will be displaying this layout at an upcoming model train show in May. I usually model in HO […]

]]> 64d58c04d22e0b4700bad7a51b68b48b RobsTrains posted an update: I am currently building this small layout using […] https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/14095/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:22:26 +0100 I am currently building this small layout using spare buildings and materials. I will be displaying this layout at an upcoming model train show in May. I usually model in HO scale rather than OO, so something a little different for me. It’s a fun project to fill in spare time and keep my skills up. I will add more photos and video in the future.

]]> 12 843f402a14c313223784acc1175b0858 RobsTrains posted an update: Upcoming model train show that I will be displaying […] https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/13970/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:11:57 +0100 Upcoming model train show that I will be displaying my layout at. Entry price also includes entry to the Transport Museum.

]]> 0 06ab0febffe118f373dc085216f1aa53 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/13361/#acomment-13846 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:09:42 +0100 @Modeltrainmedia I am involved with some pages that post all the New Zealand shows, so I could help with them.

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We’re starting to build a global model railway event calendar on Model Train Media.

We’re kicking things off with:
🇺🇸 United States
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

From there, we’ll expand […]

]]> 9a1c01cddbb8282e3da4dfda534342cc RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/13361/#acomment-13456 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:52:36 +0100 You need to include New Zealand – I have lots of events that I am involved with

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We’re starting to build a global model railway event calendar on Model Train Media.

We’re kicking things off with:
🇺🇸 United States
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

From there, we’ll expand […]

]]> d0c30d84fbf6a8c3591801691d3bfeeb RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/13361/#acomment-13455 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:51:31 +0100 Great idea, it’s always good to plan a holiday around a train show😆

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We’re starting to build a global model railway event calendar on Model Train Media.

We’re kicking things off with:
🇺🇸 United States
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

From there, we’ll expand […]

]]> 543f8943b7c18d0df066ae3a11c5e826 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/11039/#acomment-11176 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:35:01 +0100 You have a locomotive with a DCC chip in it.

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Hello, i purchased on Ebay an old SD45 HO scale locomotive. It runs well except the lights don’t work. They blink on and go off when the locomotive moves. I use a MRC Tech 6 power pack.

I […]

]]> 28bb02816a00acd54f7adf9b0f97c8b7 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/11039/#acomment-11175 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:32:45 +0100 @zak98 The Tech6 power supply is DC so you won’t be able to change any of the DCC functions of the chip.

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Hello, i purchased on Ebay an old SD45 HO scale locomotive. It runs well except the lights don’t work. They blink on and go off when the locomotive moves. I use a MRC Tech 6 power pack.

I […]

]]> 53f4f110f6f11309e79c08a42538d2b2 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/11154/#acomment-11174 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:26:25 +0100 Looking forward to the app

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Model Train Media was built to be open, respectful, and free for everyone — and that will never change.

I want to make one thing very clear from the start:

The core of Model Train […]

]]> d881683c3805abb7e60f9e0fe4c600fc RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/11154/#acomment-11173 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:22:45 +0100 Thanks for your great work. You may have to think about including paid advertising to cover costs in the future

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Model Train Media was built to be open, respectful, and free for everyone — and that will never change.

I want to make one thing very clear from the start:

The core of Model Train […]

]]> 16526e8ae76b41c95a339393a7b90874 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/11155/#acomment-11172 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:20:59 +0100 I can see that this platform will evolve over time into something that is more user friendly and great place for all of us to use. Thanks for your great work

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I also want to share a small but important update about the direction of Model Train Media.

Based on the feedback from the community, one thing became very clear:
clarity and […]

]]> adf634599a300cee433a891393518d58 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/10991/#acomment-10993 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:38:23 +0100 you are lucky to be working in a model train store – one of my dream jobs

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I was having a conversation with someone the other day about how he was a professional musician (I was at one point a semi-pro) and he still enjoys going out in the evenings and being […]

]]> b7a799035a13ff885b41285f1e165bfa RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/10887/#acomment-10992 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:36:49 +0100 I always suggest to people join a club or group to get to know others in your area that are also into model trains. You can share tips and tricks, also look like for model train shows. Start small and stay within your budget. Enjoy the hobby.

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Hi guys my dad just showed me model railroading and I’ve got the money to do it any tips or suggestions on what I should get from hobby lobby?

]]> dc3a6be642b84269e6755f8b75b12d55 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/10273/#acomment-10515 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:37:16 +0100 The forum is covered by the different groups, so to me seems a double up.

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Dear members,

As many of you know, I’m constantly working to make Model Train Media clearer, more active, and more enjoyable to use. To do that, I regularly evaluate which parts […]

]]> b683727063889816ccff05741c109168 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/10202/#acomment-10228 Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:53:20 +0100 Keep up the great work, looking forward to the app. I will be using this site a lot more in the future.

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I wanted to share a small teaser with you all 👀

Behind the scenes, we are making great progress on the Model Train Media app, and I can honestly say that we’re getting closer […]

]]> 9a64793b207c2c34d9992ee3a8cb2669 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9970/#acomment-10040 Fri, 02 Jan 2026 08:08:01 +0100 @SW150037 I spent some money last week and awaiting items to arrive

In reply to - RobsTrains posted an update ]]> deaf21e7294579ae1b6734b8d49bfeb1 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9975/#acomment-9982 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 08:12:48 +0100 Great idea

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I propose a New Years resolution. Don’t just look at the posts and scroll by. Leave a comment too, a few words of encouragement will go a long way. A thank you goes a long way, […]

]]> 6d708747d43855757428502ac5715409 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9970/#acomment-9981 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 08:11:40 +0100 @casey-jones thank you

In reply to - RobsTrains posted an update ]]> f446bde9e1884318c238a4a46bc019e6 RobsTrains posted an update: https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9970/ Wed, 31 Dec 2025 20:35:43 +0100 4 cdd5dfcd292d6ea17d0256210985cb68 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9675/#acomment-9721 Wed, 24 Dec 2025 03:44:10 +0100 @casey-jones thank you, it was a birthday present

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A little holiday project to get started on

]]> f58b73cf22f376b5a278492f5483a82a RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9552/#acomment-9687 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 03:49:35 +0100 @Modeltrainmedia great thanks for that looking forward to it, I will make great use of it

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Behind the scenes, I’ve been working hard every single day on something big for our model train community 👀

A brand-new Model Train Media app is in development, and the first […]

]]> c5043dc0abbde0229096447a6aa373d2 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9552/#acomment-9676 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 06:20:11 +0100 yes please count me in please

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Behind the scenes, I’ve been working hard every single day on something big for our model train community 👀

A brand-new Model Train Media app is in development, and the first […]

]]> 8970633fa471dbb67fbd4400ed3e5dad RobsTrains posted an update: A little holiday project to get started on https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9675/ Mon, 22 Dec 2025 06:19:23 +0100 A little holiday project to get started on

]]> 2 52f1078ddf18f590e75697e6c4b8466e RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9389/#acomment-9394 Sat, 13 Dec 2025 06:16:36 +0100 Nice – I have convert a Bachmann G scale locomotive to battery power. I have more locomotives to convert to battery power.

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A G scale battery operated train layout

]]> 87966104ea78bcf07fcf4cd3d28c0d35 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9291/#acomment-9319 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:58:13 +0100 looks like it was a great family event

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I did this train display at a breakfast with the Easter bunny. With the club I belonged to a the time.

]]> 7ae627f5bd241a578c9fcfe356163055 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9249/#acomment-9279 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 18:19:03 +0100 very cool looking layout

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simple holiday layout to show amateur’s how to get started in model railroading

]]> 1cddd34b5824aca25ea8cd1bb9ab7415 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9160/#acomment-9278 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 18:18:23 +0100 @casey-jones Yes lots of good reasons to do it, just need to make the time to do it lol

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Don’t you hate it when you are trying to get that perfect shot and you just can’t

]]> ed49c78921276aa61c225d7953c70f73 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9160/#acomment-9277 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 18:16:28 +0100 @eevees-trains It was the choice of a good spot for a video or a photo spot, I went for the video spot for my Instagram page

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Don’t you hate it when you are trying to get that perfect shot and you just can’t

]]> ab0e155d9b0e680eb524a3eba0246de0 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9160/#acomment-9229 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:57:55 +0100 @casey-jones I do need to join the NMRA at some stage

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Don’t you hate it when you are trying to get that perfect shot and you just can’t

]]> 9f6b6f52f41bb77852afb691be52e1fc RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9160/#acomment-9206 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 23:58:45 +0100 @casey-jones I managed to get a couple of good videos, so I was happy

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Don’t you hate it when you are trying to get that perfect shot and you just can’t

]]> ff4b4ba355476f82d407eb4b0465c566 RobsTrains posted an update: Don't you hate it when you are trying to get that […] https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/9160/ Mon, 08 Dec 2025 08:00:39 +0100 Don’t you hate it when you are trying to get that perfect shot and you just can’t

]]> 9 4ce3f5f240fca595207b01a718eb1752 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/8295/#acomment-8315 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:40:59 +0100 looking forward to the app. thanks

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Hey everyone — Oscar here, founder of Model Train Media.

I’m beyond excited to share our biggest news yet:
We’re officially starting development on the Model Train Media […]

]]> cb8142c38673170296a425313bf90936 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/8151/#acomment-8214 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 22:49:24 +0100 thanks for your hard work

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Hi everyone! 👋

Great news — the new gamification system on Model Train Media is now officially live! 🚂
We’ve added three big new features to make the platform even more fun and […]

]]> 8b17eab0421202db8c98f486fd26fb6d RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/8018/#acomment-8057 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 21:57:44 +0100 @Modeltrainmedia looking forward to you being able to provide an app as it make it a lot easier to post content

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Hey everyone,

I’m incredibly excited to announce that we’ve officially passed 1,000 members on Model Train Media! 🚂

This is a huge milestone, and I want to thank every single […]

]]> fc281c141ef06c7a7f2660eabd6d87d7 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/8026/#acomment-8041 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 01:56:45 +0100 Ballasting can be such a slow job, but helps finish the scenery and the layout

In reply to - Jeff_W87 posted an update More ballast down (again) and another rock casting placed in the canyon. ]]> df6cda3fc86af515a9ae5f61b1a4012c RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/8018/#acomment-8040 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 01:55:22 +0100 Great that the site is slowly growing, hopefully people share more of their modelling on this site going forward. Thanks for the time you have put into building it.

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Hey everyone,

I’m incredibly excited to announce that we’ve officially passed 1,000 members on Model Train Media! 🚂

This is a huge milestone, and I want to thank every single […]

]]> 404ffe879f6e83d5405040703d284f9b RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/6516/#acomment-6687 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:22:51 +0100 @Andrew not that we ever need a reason to buy more model trains

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This hopper came into the store recently in a larger collection. Once it hit the sales floor, I knew I had to have it. After all, it does have my name on it! LOL!

]]> 35fcda669d73d3fda4d5d4c2486efa77 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/6546/#acomment-6563 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 23:09:25 +0100 @Modeltrainmedia would be handy to have an app for using on my phone. I post a lot of content to Instagram which gets shared to my Facebook page, so if there’s an easier way to share to all three sites at once would be great

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What’s one thing you LOVE about Model Train Media… and one thing you’d improve if you could wave a magic wand?

💬 Also — is there anything holding you back from posting, […]

]]> 4f803c5163755cc22074fbd59f429c28 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/6516/#acomment-6557 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 20:12:08 +0100 That’s the best reason to buy more trains

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This hopper came into the store recently in a larger collection. Once it hit the sales floor, I knew I had to have it. After all, it does have my name on it! LOL!

]]> fdb0d1d8ea9db970fee67d6df087dce8 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/6546/#acomment-6556 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 20:09:25 +0100 For me what’s holding me back from using this it’s just easier to use Facebook. Just need to change habits I think.

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What’s one thing you LOVE about Model Train Media… and one thing you’d improve if you could wave a magic wand?

💬 Also — is there anything holding you back from posting, […]

]]> 7e33447c3a70338bd160df4249f97475 RobsTrains posted a new activity comment https://modeltrainmedia.com/activity-feed/p/6545/#acomment-6554 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 20:06:03 +0100 looking great

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Currently sitting on the shelf waiting to be used. But what do you guys think about it?

This one uses Märklin C-track btw.

Right now in the planning phase of a station module for use […]

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