Talk:Big Hill
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There is no CP 7527, suggest check image for correct number. Also, what is the name on the sign? This should be in the caption to enable locating the point (one mile before) where the picture was taken.
- RL, the sign says "Cathedral". As for the loco number, this is what was reported to me by the photographer who took the cab ride. I'll see what he says. Fawcett5 23:50, 15 Mar 2005 (UTC)
- I am wondering if this picture might be better suited for the Field Hill article since the photo was taken post-Spiral Tunnels. Al guy 03:39, Mar 21, 2005 (UTC)
Yes, since it is a newer photo (5727?) this might be a better choice. The real Big Hill was actually just the old switchback over the top. The Field Hill is the tunnel route, yet it gets referred to as "The Big Hill". Old names die hard, especially on the RR! R.L.Kennedy 17:51, 22 Mar 2005 (UTC)
[edit] moved this post from top of page
You are mixing two factors here. This was the most diffficult section of railway line to OPERATE due to its extreme grade, as well as snow etc. Superior was the most difficult section of railway to ENGINEER, to actually construct. As for citation, see all the References given for this article. R.L.Kennedy 01:41, 30 January 2007 (UTC)
[edit] Needs disambig big-time
When I saw this I thought of the famous Big Hill on the Chilcotin Highway, where the descent to Bella Coola is; and there's lots of others worldwide.Skookum1 06:29, 27 April 2007 (UTC)
