This fascinating DVD covers the Californian section of SP’s north-south West Coast Route, from the Bay Area to Portland, Oregon. With its steep gradients this required heavy power and multiple helpers; cab-forwards are prominent, and have a special section devoted to them.

Also featured is the Siskiyou Line to Grants Pass, and the McLeod River RR.

Very largely steam power, but PAs and other first-generation diesel power does creep in from time to time.

Digital Sound Effects with Narration.

Produced by - Catenary Video Productions
Running time - 70 Minutes
Mostly Colour
DVD only
Released - 2015