Brew Man Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 On my first layout I had a reversing loop sitting diagonally across the inner of two ovals in order that trains could cross from the outer oval, change direction and be able to reverse into sidings. I found that the reversing loop, ('S' shaped) was incredibly difficult/ impossible to get knitted in completely without there being small gaps between fishplates. Soo, and assuming I repeat the arrangement with my next layout to be started soon, I have thought of using a stretch of flexible track for the isolated section in the loop. They are just about the right length at just under a metre. My question is, does anyone use flexible track? and if so, is it a sound product?Thanks for any advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB51 Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 Flexitrack is an incredibly versatile and completely sound product. It sounds ideal for your purpose. R- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brew Man Posted March 10, 2021 Author Share Posted March 10, 2021 Brilliant, thanks Roger thumbsup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brew Man Posted March 10, 2021 Author Share Posted March 10, 2021 I suppose a remaining question is, well two questions, is there a preference between Hornby and Peco? (that might be transgressing the rules, if so, sorry) and is it possible to fit power connectors to flexible track, or would I need to solder wires directly to the track? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB51 Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 No difference in track quality for the brands you mention.If you mean does flexi have the gaps in the sleepers for that type of track connection, then no, I don’t think so.I would always advocate soldering over a purely push fit mechanical connection. R- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brew Man Posted March 10, 2021 Author Share Posted March 10, 2021 Excellent! seems like that's the way to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
96RAF Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 I also use semi-flexi-track in lieu of long straight set-track runs as it is more economical and simple to lay using a long straight edge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brew Man Posted March 10, 2021 Author Share Posted March 10, 2021 Any significant advantage in using one or other - semi flex vs flex? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB51 Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 Full flexi has more spring in it. Semi tends to hold shape while your measuring up and is better on gentle curves. R- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brew Man Posted March 10, 2021 Author Share Posted March 10, 2021 Ah, thanks. It's really as the names suggest then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB51 Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 Welcome. R- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
96RAF Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 There was a comparison of the various flexible track types and makes on the old forum. It may resurface to the correct search phrase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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