Pikes Peak Cog Railway Full Ride POV, 2022

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Жыл бұрын

I had the opportunity to ride the Pikes Peak Cog Railway, which is something I've wanted to do my whole life! It was an awesome ride and I highly recommend it! It was slow though, taking over an hour to reach the summit, so I decided to speed up the footage by 4x. These new trains are nice, but it's disappointing that you can't watch from the back window since there is a large engine in the way. The older trains were self propelled and had excellent viewing windows in both the front and back. I was so surprised seeing these trains for the first time because the wheels were so tiny! It looks strange, but I guess big wheels are not needed for a train that goes 15.5 mph (24.9 kmh).

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@OutdoorsWithShawn Жыл бұрын

One of my bucket list things to do. I'm slowly, buy surely, emptying that bucket as tomorrow is never promised. Thanks for taking us along the ride!

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the comment! It was on my Bucket list also!

@gmaneis Жыл бұрын

Thanks for a great video! I rode that train in 1957, when the railroad was 66 years old. Would love to return for a second trip in 2023, another 66 years after that first ride. Such a fun place!

@karleekakes420 10 ай бұрын

Excellent video! Going next year and we're so excited!

@Giorgoletto 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for yr video, well documented ride to the top!

@MatsOrmhed Жыл бұрын

Very interesting video and well filmed as always! Thanks for sharing.

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@J3scribe 10 ай бұрын

Cool video. It was nice seeing the new equipment and right-of-way. Gonna last a long, long time!

@dodgeguyz Жыл бұрын

I drove to the top and I loved it. But this looks like something I would do if info back again! Great video!

@justiceLaw0123 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video. I will be taking a trip there soon from Nebraska. ❤

@jefferyronson8950 Жыл бұрын

I rode this train about 18yrs ago. I didn't have much fun because of the altitude sickness plus it was kinda boring. By the time my wife and I got back down to the cog station, I was very happy to get off.

@dirtydon8661 Жыл бұрын

Going tomorrow at noon. Can’t wait. Great video.

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

Cool, enjoy!

@SpotterCrazyperson Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. Very small wheels indeed!

@Island_Line_Rail_Productions Жыл бұрын

11:35. Normal railroads can get up gradesabout 6% but that is on branch lines and logging lines. Here in Vermont on the WACR Granite Division, the Switchback grade is over 5%. The now OOS Saluda Grade was a mainline grade is 5%

@puchtorres 5 ай бұрын

So beautiful 😮

@andrewhale337 Жыл бұрын

Perchance I spoke with one of the engineers of this swiss train last night! (made by Stadler in Bussnang/Weinfelden, Kanton Thurgau🇨🇭) They had some interesting problems with tight turns, but mostly with the diesel motor: most Diesel engines have difficulties above 2000 meters… and this one has to go up to around 4000!) .. for myself as a former Coloradan a cute quirk of fate!

@pascalweather19 Жыл бұрын

Very nice! 👍🏻😊

@thomasbachli 10 ай бұрын

agood video,how ever I got sea sick ( almost the increased speed)screwed up my spelling overall all a great video

@jeffhiett2721 Жыл бұрын

i love that ride !

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jeff! Watch the video in 2x speed, its quicker!

@naturallyherb Жыл бұрын

Very nice!

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Paige-Turnner Жыл бұрын

I wish I had chosen two seats across from each other instead of next to each other. I awkwardly had to hold myself from falling into the lap of the strange gentleman across from me.. 😫

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

Good advice!

@Bigboy_ramiro 10 ай бұрын

Bro why did you put the bust emoji

@Paige-Turnner 10 ай бұрын

@@Bigboy_ramiro lol! Is that a common use for that emoji ? I thought it was just crying 🤣

@worldwidebear1967 Жыл бұрын

Cool.

@adan7182 Жыл бұрын

Well done. Love the audio you included

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@ThomasHalways 25 күн бұрын

Beautiful, but that never stopping blabber voice over the loudspeaker would have driven me nuts. Noise canceling headsets or ear plugs are a must. Or a look at Europe, to learn how to do it.

@Susdrafun 6 ай бұрын

I rember going to the summit of pikes peak it qas beautiful

@deborahmayo9502 Жыл бұрын

Wow

@catherinebreitfeller669 3 ай бұрын

glad you speeded video up 😂😂

@catherinebreitfeller669 3 ай бұрын

cog railroads are not made for speed

@Luke_Starkenburg Ай бұрын

I also have a real time video. It’s over an hour long.

@Footyeditz7863 Жыл бұрын

How long do we have to walk to visitor center at the top for the views? And did anyone get dizzy or any breathing issues because of altitude. What to do if we get it?

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

We stayed at the top around 50 minutes. The people sitting next to me had cans of oxygen that they were taking breaths from. If you are pretty healthy, you should have no trouble.

@Footyeditz7863 Жыл бұрын

@@Luke_Starkenburg thanks a ton for your reply . Going next week. Was little anxious.

@donkeeton7897 Жыл бұрын

And drink plenty of water 💧.

@donsmith6045 Жыл бұрын

How much are tickets, and how long do they let you stay at the summit?

@6812869 Жыл бұрын

On the website. it has 58.50 for general seating and 71 dollars for reserved seating. My wife and I rode it today it was very busy and crowded which I don't care for . it takes about an hour up and an hour and ten minutes down .about 40 minutes on top it seems like 20 minutes.if I had to do it again I wouldn't do it .although it may be great in some people's opinion. I wish I would not have done it .we had reserved seats and it just seemed a waste ...

@edandsunnydaysoff Жыл бұрын

Been to Colorado Springs twice and the cog has been closed both times.

@rickeygulley3596 Жыл бұрын

Which side should i sit on? two seat or three seat side?

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

I would suggest the 3 seat side, which is the left side if you are facing forward. At Inspiration point and other places above the tree line, the 3 seat side gets the best sweeping views!

@bdsclayify 11 ай бұрын

Did this today. It was nice but only get 40 minutes at top. By the time you get off the train and walk to restroom and buy a cup of coffee its about time to go. They definitely need to somehow work it out to where you spend more time at the top!

@TheLewistownTrainspotter8102 10 ай бұрын

Especially considering that with dual tracks at both end stations, and three passing sidings, they could run more trains and you'd have the option to take a later train down if you want.

@OntarioTrafficMan Жыл бұрын

Too bad the line isn't electrified. The regenerative braking on the downhill car could provide power for the uphill car, like an indirect funicular.

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

I asked why it wasn't electrified and I got a BS answer. I agree with you!

@JamesPattersonGeepfan Жыл бұрын

@@Luke_Starkenburg Penrose floated the idea of electrifying in the 30's (along with lots of other prospects that never turned up), it again was proposed by SLM in the 60's, and refloated again with the introduction of the 4/8's. Issue always comes down to both a cost, and practicality issue. The pikes peak region is known for immense electrical storms (hence why Tesla had his lab in town), above timberline there isn't really a practical way to protect the infrastructure from strikes that are guaranteed to be struck by lightning. All 3 switches located above timberline; Windy and the Summit, routinely fry electronic components during the summer from these storms.

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

@@JamesPattersonGeepfan That is fascinating! Thanks for answering the question, I. really appreciate this answer.

@TheLewistownTrainspotter8102 10 ай бұрын

@@JamesPattersonGeepfan Plus I imagine maintenance of the catenary above timberline might be a bit more difficult in snowstorms.

@thomasdupee1440 7 ай бұрын

Third-rail electrification would be more practical and less intrusive on the scenery. I imagine they've already considered it.

@oblongfan1 10 ай бұрын

where does the train start? im planning on doing this next year.

@Luke_Starkenburg 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment, but you should check the website and find out. Schedules change seasonally.

@skyindigo6461 Жыл бұрын

We have a 12 reservation to go, what time should we get there for parking, etc?

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

I would arrive about 30-40 minutes before departure. Parking is plentiful and very close. They have it down to a science! I would arrive at that time so you can relax, visit the gift shop, use the restrooms, and have time to find your seats.

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

Just don’t be late, and account for any unforeseen delays! It’s an hour ride up and there are no bathrooms on the train. There are nice bathrooms at the summit though, as well as a restaurant.

@wndowpayne 8 ай бұрын

Did this late september...great day...would advise getting a seat that faces forward ( mine faced the back )...And prepare for cold wind..seriously...dont underestimate it..

@Luke_Starkenburg 8 ай бұрын

Yes, I agree! I really wish trains like this could have reversible seating, where all people could face forwards at all times. To make this optimal, it would be nice is seats would tilt (recline) significantly for the downward journey.

@wndowpayne 7 ай бұрын

@@Luke_Starkenburg Thats a good idea,,..reversible seats,,,I did have a great view going back down..

@Paige-Turnner Жыл бұрын

It seems like the video is going faster than the actual ride was as I remember it..

@rustinpieces Жыл бұрын

That's clearly stated in both the description and the video itself - even the Swiss funiculars aren't that fast, and they are a lot faster than this one! This vid has been sped up by 4 times.

@ntxawmh5859 Жыл бұрын

How long is the ride overall? Thanks for the video!

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

The train left the station at 8:40 and arrived back at the lower station at 11:40, so 3 hours exactly. It's just over 1 hour to make the accented I think we had about 30-40 minutes at the top.

@kathykha3549 Жыл бұрын

@@Luke_Starkenburg If we want to stay longer at the top, are we allowed to?

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

@@kathykha3549 I don't think that is possible. If you intend to do that, then you should drive up. Driving up is best done in an electric car so you don't use and heat up your brakes on the way down.

@pbhoulden8212 11 ай бұрын

My son and I were just out there earlier this week. Lots of fun and great views. Just be sure to use the bathroom b4 boarding because there are no facilities on board. Also pack at least a jacket or sweater to throw on since it's chilly at the top even in a July heat wave. And of course stay plenty hydrated so you don't feel the effects of high altitude. My son and I both felt fine since we're both in good shape and we pushed the water and Gatorade. Have fun!!!

@Daren_PNW Жыл бұрын

nice! small wheels for slow speed i bet help with the high torque for steep slopes. if you had bigger wheels, that's more mass (work) for the engine/power.

@elizabethalvarez7570 Жыл бұрын

Do you recommend any specific seats or side of the train? Left or right side, in reference to views?

@Luke_Starkenburg Жыл бұрын

Left side is my recommendation. It’s the 3 seat side.

@pbhoulden8212 11 ай бұрын

Three seat side has better views IMO. It was just my son and I so we were assigned the 2 seat side. We had nice scenery too but other side had better views overall

@Warehouse_826 10 ай бұрын

This looks like snowdon railway or culdee railway

@MJMYouTuber Жыл бұрын

A man who found the peak was in 1806 he was not a first person to succeed, He attempt to climb, But he never reach the summit.

@googoo-gjoob Жыл бұрын

that emcee _must be_ the owners daughter.

@user-wr3ib9yz1s Жыл бұрын

👍💐💐🇩🇪🇩🇪🙏🙏🙏

@IainHendry Жыл бұрын

The engine and coach bodies look fantastic, but man those goofy wheels look so out of place! Or the fact that there is nothing under the middle of the coaches. They would benefit with some cosmetic skirts to at least hide them. :) That's a lot of people crammed in there with no masks - not great...