flex track

I'm trying to get started on a small layout and want to use flex track. My question is this, when joining 2 section of track, the connectors can not go on the rail until you remove one tie. Removing one tie on each length or track results in this big gap between the ties. What is the best way to...

I am about to build my first model train set in n scale, on a 4' x 8' plywood board. I was thinking of getting the Kato M1 and V2 and connecting them together, the reason being I want the incline in the tracks so I can build hills around it. I also like the idea of a bridge with tracks going...

Hi Guys, I found something cool today and just wanted to share it for others who might me looking for something similar. They are called sweep sticks and used to shape flex track or making hand laid track. They come in any radius you want and all scales. Here is the link...

I am new to using Flex Track, and most of the layouts I see are built of flex track for the most part. Would you fellow train members suggest using flex track over "normal" track? I use AnyRail to play with setups, and for most of my straight pieces I've used flex track to cut down on total...