Merry Metra — railroad launches product line just in time for the holidays

What to give the railfan who has everything? How about a Metra clock? Or a Metra body pillow?

Those items and many others will be available starting Wednesday when the commuter railroad debuts an online merchandise store.

Metra-branded items will range from clothing such as T-shirts to decor like 30-inch Metra station signs.

The retail development, just in time for the holidays, is a first for the agency.

“If someone on your gift list loves Metra and rail travel, we encourage you to check out our store,” Executive Director Jim Derwinski said in a statement.

“This new store is part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen our connection with riders and the community.”

Wares include:

• Personalized plates with Metra locomotives and train cars.

• Shower curtains and blankets displaying Metra’s system map.

• Kids’ backpacks featuring a Metra locomotive, and tote bags.

• Body pillows showing a long Metra train.

• A wall clock with the colors and abbreviations of Metra’s 11 lines.

To make a purchase as of Wednesday, visit merch.metra.com or call (888) 982-2210.