FYI - Our Austin commitment is at the AMTRAK Station just off of Lamar Blvd. 250 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX (800) 872-7245 I think Rick is doing the setup at 6pm tonight (5/9/14). Running train(s) Saturday. Paul From: Paul & Gayle [mailto:calmes@earthlink.net] Don, I-35 South right on Hwy. 3009 – Natural Bridge Cavern Road (west). Then a right on Municipal Pkwy. It’s next to City Hall & Police Station 9400 Municipal Parkway San Antonio, TX 78266 (210) 651-6632 Setup at 5pm tonight. Run trains 9-4 Saturday. Teardown 4-6pm. Paul Calmes From: ttat-members-owner@aoot.com [mailto:ttat-members-owner@aoot.com] On Behalf Of don448@aol.com Rick, -----Original Message----- As you know, layout space has always been up in the air until we arrive. L-shapes were built after determining that they would fit. every year has been the same way. rumor has it that Jason will be there as well. I personally like L-shapes but it all depends on space and manpower. I'm sure whatever y'all set up will look good and work well. Model Railroading is Fun!! -----Original Message----- Ira, All I know is -- we did L shaped layouts in 2010 and 2011 at Garden Ridge and everybody seemed to enjoy them and they fit the space. If we're getting less space and only a 6 X 2 with 90 degree corners will fit then so be it. Just trying to help. As for your statement, "you apparently don't understand the geometry of layouts." I admit to being part of the "great unwashed." After all, all I have is bachelors and masters degrees in engineering. So, a topic as complex as layout geometry is probably beyond my abilities. Thankfully, we have you to carry this heavy burden. And thanks for the lesson. See ya' at setup Bill |