Panama Canal Mules

I was looking at some small railway ideas for a buddy of mine and I ran across the image above in image search. I thought it would make a fun switching layout idea - moving items from trains coming in to boats in the classic rail marine style, but with a little twist.

When I looked this image up, I found out that it was a track for a mule from the Panama Canal. They use them on the locks to take ships through. Looking at the whole of it, I'm not sure it would make sense as a layout, but the turntable was fun and it's interesting to see the little locos in action.

Just a little find. More fun rail action. :)

BRIO Train Table

From GIZMODO
http://gizmodo.com/5924125/wooden-train-dining-table-redefines-playing-with-your-food

"Wooden Train Dining Table Redefines Playing With Your Food"

TRACKTILE TABLES
http://www.tracktiletables.co.uk/index.html

Wow! These are a LOT of fun!

These track dining tables are amazing. The tiles lay into the table allowing for multiple designs and styles. They come in 4 seat and 6 seat styles and the train track pattern fits the seating for each. Push standard BRIO trains around or use the battery versions and have them tool around the table on their own power.

Very cleaver and a fantastic addition to a rail fan's home for sure. The tables look like they are around $3000 to $4000 dollars, so they are not cheap. Between the standard cost and the shipping, you'd have to have a love of trains AND a lot of disposable income. 

They even offer an over-sized table that is perfect for a boardroom. THAT would be a nice little addition to an office. It would sure make meetings a lot more fun...and a lot less productive. ;)