NZR double-headed steam locos on the 'South Pacific Steam Safari,' 1972
Two 'mountains', J 1236 and Ja 1250, at a photo stop. This pic appeared on the cover of an LP sound recording of this long distance event. For more, see our books.
Double album released by Viking Records. From back sleeve: ‘When this recording was first planned, one LP was envisaged. However, when final editing took place, it was discovered that we had obtained what were probably some of the finest recordings ever made of steam engines. Hence it was decided to issue a further volume, namely, South Pacific Steam Safari, Volume Two, The Raurimu Spiral. This record is the enthusiast’s dream, featuring the entire ascent.
A copy was sold for A$125 on Ebay a few years ago.
Double album released by Viking Records. From back sleeve: ‘When this recording was first planned, one LP was envisaged. However, when final editing took place, it was discovered that we had obtained what were probably some of the finest recordings ever made of steam engines. Hence it was decided to issue a further volume, namely, South Pacific Steam Safari, Volume Two, The Raurimu Spiral. This record is the enthusiast’s dream, featuring the entire ascent.
ReplyDeleteA copy was sold for A$125 on Ebay a few years ago.