![]() ![]() ![]() Some Swiss trains use a combination of “rack” and “adhesion”. A “rack” railroad can climb grades of up to 48%, depending upon the type of rack system employed. An adhesion railroad can only climb grades of 4 to 6%, with very short sections of up to 9%. A cog, or rack, railroad uses a gear, “cog wheel”, meshing into a special rack rail (mounted in the middle between the outer rails) to climb much steeper grades than those possible with a standard adhesion railroad. What is a “Cog” Railway?Ĭonventional railroads use the friction of wheels upon the rails, called “adhesion”, to provide locomotive power. You’ll enjoy fantastic rock formations, spectacular vistas and breathtaking cliffs all from the comfort and safety of the world’s highest cog train. It’s possible to see four states, the snow-covered peaks of the Continental Divide, the cities of Denver, Manitou Springs, Colorado Springs and the historic gold campls of Cripple creek and Victor. You’ll pass cascading streams as you wind through a steep canyon of gigantic boulders and tall pines towards your destination well above treeline. Your trip will take you through four life zones from lush high plains to fragile alpine tundra. Eggleston’s family and to all those who work to make both adventures so enjoyable and now face this time of grief and mourning.Relax and watch in wonder as you climb to 14,115 feet above sea level to the summit of America’s favorite mountain – Pikes Peak. I’ve had many extended conversations with crew members of both roads and been given an impromptu tour of MWCR’s shop. The crews tell jokes to ease the concerns of the uninitiated and prepare the passengers for the hikers on the Appalachian Trail who moon the train as it passes. The train clanks and lurches up the tracks which adds to the suspense, especially on the steam trips. Once you get past Waumbek tank the view down Burt Ravine will take your breath away. My wife was terrified when we went up about 35 years ago. The Cog folks have a slightly more challenging time of it because a good percentage of the riders are scared to death, especially those on the north side of the train. ![]() The Cog and CS train crews have always been extremely friendly, spirited, and determined to see that the passengers enjoy the ride. ![]() The railway, in a tribute on its Facebook page, said “his passion for The Cog was evident to anyone who ever shared a moment or a shift with him.” Trainmaster Andy Villaine said, “Eggy’s warm smile and passion for what he did will always be remembered by those he touched.”Īs one who has experienced the Cog Railway 7 times, and Conway Scenic’s Notch Train 3 times, I can say that one of the best things about them is the people who work there. The Conway Daily Sun reports Eggleston met his wife, Kelly, at the Cog Railway, where she worked part time as a brakeman. He fell about 300 feet while hiking with his wife on Saturday morning officials said he and his wife are frequent hikers who were well prepared for the hike and weather conditions.Įggleston had worked for the railroad since 1993, starting as a welder, and eventually became an engineer, developing a way to perform the job despite hearing impairment resulting from a childhood illness. WMUR-TV reports that New Hampshire Fish and Game officials on Monday identified the victim as Joseph “Eggy” Eggleston, 53, of Randolph, N.H. 10, has been identified as a longtime employee of the Mt. Willard in Crawford Notch on Saturday, Dec. A hiker who fell to his death off the summit of Mt. Washington Cog Railway photo, via Facebook ![]()
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