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I finally got to make my inaugural run to Sacramento on the direct route from Bakersfield. Starting with an on time departure from bakersfield things deteriorated rapidly. We departed Wasco on time but held just north of the station due to a broken rail being repaired south of Corcoran. Departure from Corcoran was 45 minutes late, which held for the rest of the trip. Went through many slow orders especially after leaving the valley sub heading to Sacramento. our arrival to Sacramento was almost one hour late. Disappointing as I was only scheduled to have about 4 hours in SAC before heading back to Bakersfield. I did get to have lunch at Annabelles in Old Sacramento ($3.99 for all the pasta, pizza & salad you could eat). I also got a couple of hours at the Cal. State Rail Museum, just a couple of blocks from the station. The return trip was delayed several times due to the northbound San Joaquins (3) that we passed on our return trip. 20 minutes late at Modesto, 50 minutes late at Merced, 45 late rest of station stops, but due to padding into Bakersfield only 25 minutes late there. Many new stations on the route of the San Joaquin & lots of track work along the entire route. Service on board was great with the crew keeping passengers informed of the delays & apologies extended. Reggie
Posts: 462 | From: Bakersfield Ca., 93312 | Registered: Jul 2000
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