roadbed for flex track

[billgiannelli]

what sort of roadbed is recommended for the flex track?
cork?
thanks
Bill

[electrical whiz kid]

Cork, I believe, is the most widely used, but there is another type, sort of plastic-y.  I don't like it, but it does have some great deadening qualities, if that is what you are looking for.
I am using 1/4" plywood (underlayment).  I am in the experimental stage with it, but I am laying out the track pattern, and cutting it out by band saw.  I am doing this because of the stability.  Why don't you  look on Central Valley's web-site to their flex system.  It is worth a look-see.

RIch C.

[jbrock27]

I second cork.  It is flexible to lay down and will easily glue with white glue to wood or foam board.  I used plastic colored thumb tacks to hold it to the foam board while drying with the glue.  For use on plywood, be very careful you don't break the top of the thumb tack off and into your thumb.     Luckily, I have not had to experience how this feels.

[billgiannelli]

thanks for the info!
Bill

[jbrock27]

You're welcome Bill