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Review of Southern Pacifics Shasta Route Circa 1950 Volume 1 DVD

"SP's SHASTA ROUTE, c.1950", Volume 1, features SP's north-south West Coast Route - from the Bay Area to Portland, Oregon -- with its steep grades requiring heavy power and multiple helpers. Special sections on SP's famous cab-forwards and mountain snow fighting are included.<p>
Although Volume 1 is "mostly California', the Siskiyou Line to Grants Pass is covered in detail. The era's fascinating variety of equipment and facilities are shown in profusion - all set against the West's most spectacular scenery!
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For those who remember the railroad scene in the late 1940's, this DVD will bring back fond memories. For younger fans, here's a chance to experience the years many consider the golden age of modem American railroading. It was steam's glorious finale -- and the beginning of the revolutionary transition to diesel power. Drawing on talents of some of the west's finest cinematographers, Catenary Video has assembled an unparalleled record in beaut

Overall rating for this DVD? 5 Star Excellent
4 Star Very Good
3 Star Good
2 Star Fair
1 Star Poor

The rest is optional but appreciated.

In your opinion, how was the narration level? There was no narration.
Just enough.
Could have used more.
A little too much.
Way too much.
Narration can be turned off.

Aside from the content of the DVD, how would you rate the image quality (sharpness, camera steadiness, etc)? Poor.
A little rough around the edges.
Good.
Excellent!

How would you rate the VALUE of this video? Overpriced for the amount of enjoyment I got out of it.
Seemed a little high, but not too bad.
Fair.
Good value.
Excellent value!

Last question. Would you recommend this DVD to others? Definitely not!
Not unless they REALLY were interested in the subject matter.
Yes
Definitely.
A "Must Have"!

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