Flex track question

[Don Z1029]

My last layout, I used Micro-Engineering flex track exclusively. I know they have started production once again, but finding it in stock is hit or miss. Has anyone used Walthers flex track? Do you like how it looks and performs?

I'm planning on using Walters DCC turnouts, so I know there should be no problem connecting their track to the turnouts.

Thanks for your replies.

Regards,
Don Z.

 

[Bruette]

Don, I don't have a clue. But I suspect somebody here does.

 

[D&J RailRoad]

The only flex track I've ever had trouble with was the Shiohara track, which wasn't really flex track but you could shape it to curves. It came in three foot sections but the grip on the sliding rail was so tight, it was extremely difficult to lay it in a straight line or a smooth curve.

 

[santafewillie]

My last layout, I used Micro-Engineering flex track exclusively. I know they have started production once again, but finding it in stock is hit or miss. Has anyone used Walthers flex track? Do you like how it looks and performs?

I'm planning on using Walters DCC turnouts, so I know there should be no problem connecting their track to the turnouts.

Thanks for your replies.

Regards,
Don Z.

Shouldn't be any issues if they're the same code, i.e code 100 or code 83.

 

[riogrande5761]

The only flex track I've ever had trouble with was the Shiohara track, which wasn't really flex track but you could shape it to curves. It came in three foot sections but the grip on the sliding rail was so tight, it was extremely difficult to lay it in a straight line or a smooth curve.

Shinohara is flex track. I've used both Shinohara and MicroEngineering flex track. Both were very stiff but can be massaged into a curve but it's a pain in the tush. Atlas is springy and very easy to bend into a smooth curve. Peco is slightly stiff but still pretty easy to curve. You dod have to move the ties around some after curving so they look right.

 

[AstroKnight187]

My last layout, I used Micro-Engineering flex track exclusively. I know they have started production once again, but finding it in stock is hit or miss. Has anyone used Walthers flex track? Do you like how it looks and performs?

I'm planning on using Walters DCC turnouts, so I know there should be no problem connecting their track to the turnouts.

Thanks for your replies.

Regards,
Don Z.

I have Walthers code 100 flex track, it looks much better than Atlas code 100 and it runs just as well; I’d say it’s alright, but if you want code 83, atlas is a good option too. I’ve never used Walthers in any other code, so that’s up for debate

 

[Colorado Midland Modeler]

I mostly used Atlas, but I also used a little bit of Walthers as well. Both worked quite well for me.

 

[Rico]

The trick to curving stiff flex track like Shinohara or Micro Engineering for example is to rub a blunt stick down the ties on the outside in opposite directions.
Sorry never tried Walthers track but I think it’s basically Shinohara, I believe they took over that line of products?

 

[Itsed65]

I'm using Walthers Code 83 flex and turnouts on my switching layout and have been very satisfied with both.

 

[Don Z1029]

Sorry, I've been focused on trying to get my house built, so I haven't been checking in much lately. Yes, I'm aware that the Walthers track is Shinohara. I don't like the Atlas flex because the tie and spike details are too clunky for my taste. I am well versed in bending MicroEngineering as I used it on my last layout (see photo). I've never seen any of the Walthers track in person; thus the reason for my question. From the replies, I think I can feel comfortable ordering the Walthers flex track to save myself some money as I purchase supplies to start the new layout.

Regards,
Don Z.

 

[Canalligator]

I’ll second using Walthers. It looks pretty good and is easy to work with. I prefer it to stiff track. It can be glued down.