Nor-Cal Hobbies & Raceway

Category: Hobby store in San Jose, California

Address: 2099 S 10th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA

Phone: +14082935555

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–5PM

Monday: 11AM–7PM

Tuesday: 11AM–7PM

Wednesday: 11AM–7PM

Thursday: 11AM–7PM

Friday: 11AM–10PM

Saturday: 9AM–7PM

Reviews

Anthony Martinez

May 2, 2022

Local track in California. Currently off-road carpet and on road Sundays. Great for racing, beginners, and even parties! New shop going under construction to triple the size of the old one.

Robert Correa

Mar 25, 2022

I've been a RC enthusiast for a long time! They have a wide selection of parts and kits. They have such an awesome test tracks indoors and out. I love see others race around. They're all knowledgeable in remote control, it's one of my favorite places to go and check out all the time. I've recommend this place to a lot of friends and family.

Mark Panday

Oct 6, 2021

I’ve known Eric a long time way before the new location. Definitely recommend this place for all your RC needs and great place to start RC racing as a hobby

Yoshimitsu Funabashi

Oct 3, 2019

The shop staffs are always helpful and knowledgeable. Eric, Daniel,Mathew,Anthony and Lus have helped me so many times when I broke my buggy, when I looking for a better setups. One of the best hobby shops in the bay area. And people who race here are also very friendly. I’ve learned a lot from them. There is a great RC community there.

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Questions & Answers

When can i practice on your track?

Stefan Krienke | Aug 22, 2020
Rich Fletcher | Aug 22, 2020

Most all the time we are open. Exceptions are when racing is going on and track changes. Call before coming is your best bet

What days do you guys do onroad racing and is nitro or electric more popular for touring car? im doing a little window shopping for a touring car but im not sure what classes have the most entries in both nitro and electric.

Brett ward420 | Aug 23, 2019
Tyler Hovanec | Aug 23, 2019

On road is generally the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Sometimes practice is the Saturday immediately before. VTA and sportsman 17.5 touring car are the best classes for learning, and having the latest chassis isn't important; but you want to make sure the shop carries parts!

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which is stronger: buggy or short corse

Supersuper_1 | Aug 23, 2019
Chris “TheDoctorCMG” Gonzalez | Aug 23, 2019

A 1/10 scale short course is much stronger than a 1/10 buggy. But an 1/8 scale buggy would be stronger than a 1/10 short course truck.

do people usually use buggies or shortcorses?

Supersuper_1 | Aug 23, 2019
Robb Ryan | Aug 23, 2019

During the daytime, I'd estimate the balance is fairly equal, at least based on the several 20-30 minute visits I've made over the past two months. I've only been there once on a (Friday) race night, but it was a quick "in & out" trip, so I can't really say what it's like on those nights

do people mostly use truggies or buggies ?

Supersuper_1 | Aug 23, 2019
michele vitarelli | Aug 23, 2019

Buggies

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is there a speed limit for the off road track? if there is what is the speed limit?

Supersuper_1 | Aug 23, 2019
michele vitarelli | Aug 23, 2019

As fast ss you want to crash!

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can i turn the traxxas 4 tec 2.0 to a drift car just buy putting drift tires on it

Supersuper_1 | Aug 23, 2019
Lasse Lundberg | Aug 23, 2019

Yes you can

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Hey I just got a 1:12 traxxas e revo. Will it fit on you track and will I have to pay u guys for any damage I case to your track? I love cars but am a BAD driver!!!😃

Quintus Hill | Aug 23, 2018
Russell Hill | Aug 23, 2018

You are not going to damage the track. Mabey your vehicle but not the track.

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Do you guys buy used rcs?

Supersuper_1 | Aug 22, 2021
Nor-Cal Hobbies & Raceway | Aug 22, 2021

No, sorry, we're in the new car business.

What are the Covid safety practices like here?

Anonymous | Aug 22, 2022
Nor-Cal Hobbies & Raceway | Aug 22, 2021

Very strict - by the guidelines set by Santa Clara County.

How much is the fee for practicing on the track?

Dylan Hocom | Aug 22, 2021
Nor-Cal Hobbies & Raceway | Aug 22, 2021

The track opens when Santa Clara county reaches tier 2. Hopefully soon. $25

do you guys fix rc cars??

Justin Brown-Sullivan | Aug 22, 2021
Nor-Cal Hobbies & Raceway | Aug 22, 2021

Thanks Nate! Justin, call the shop (408)293-5555 so we can help.

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Do you carry Hpi Rs4 .15fe engine RC ?OR an engine that I can substitute it with?

Elvis Asuncion | Aug 22, 2021
Nate Boyd | Aug 22, 2021

They deal with mostly electric but I would call forward and ask before I drove there. Word of advise. I would google it. I just did and you can pick up a nitro star on eBay for $29.99 and $5.99 shipping. I hope this helps

Do you offer repairs? I have an LST2 that hasn't been run in years, been in storage. Need to have it looked at and probable get some work done.

Dave Velarde | Aug 22, 2020
Nor-Cal Hobbies & Raceway | Aug 22, 2020

Drop by. Though know you're going to get your hands dirty. The first thing to do is to make sure the engine turns over. If it doesn't, spray wd40 down the carb and let it sit overnight and try to break it free. No sense to throw money at it if it's not going to work in the end. Again, drop by, advice is free, it might cost you anything. Bring tools, we have workbenches for our customers.

Is the 1/10 traxxas slash the same size as a 1/8 buggy?

Supersuper_1 | Aug 23, 2019
Dallas Chambers | Aug 23, 2019

Basically, some brands have conversion kits between 4wd sct and 1/8 buggy

Is there any races tonight or is it a practice night

ULTRA EPIC LADD | Aug 23, 2019
Jerry Cunha | Aug 23, 2019

Races are Wednesday and friday nights.practice today till they close,not sure about hours today

is the traxxas X maxx aloud on the off road track

Supersuper_1 | Aug 23, 2019
Robb Ryan | Aug 23, 2019

In short, heck no...lol. Just as the E-Revo is too big, so is the X-Maxx.

what kind of scale buggies do people mostly use because the 1/8 scale buggies look the same size as a 1/10 short corse.

Supersuper_1 | Aug 23, 2019
Jerry Cunha | Aug 23, 2019

Most are 1/10,some run 1/8 buggy

If i bring a rc monster truck and some body crashes it would it brake?

Supersuper_1 | Aug 23, 2019
michele vitarelli | Aug 23, 2019

It might break. That's a risk you take when you are on the track with other people. Most drivers are very good and won't have an accident with your monster truck.

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Do you have to pay to use the track?

Aaron Vaughan | Aug 23, 2019
Brian Gross | Aug 23, 2019

Yes you do, they have an all day practice fee or if you are racing there is a charge per class. The exception being Tuesday afternoon/evening they run "rookie boot camp" which is free unless you want to rent a vehicle. Call them to confirm the costs.

how fast does my 1/10 rc car have to be to make the jump?

Supersuper_1 | Aug 23, 2019
Lasse Lundberg | Aug 23, 2019

25mph should be enough

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if there is going to be a touring track again when will it be?

Supersuper_1 | Aug 23, 2019
Lasse Lundberg | Aug 23, 2019

Yes ...onroad is first and third Sunday of the month weather permitting. Best to call shop to make sure

When are the events

PJ Cz | Aug 23, 2019
Wendy Chapman | Aug 23, 2019

WEDNESDAY Fridays-Sundays. However you should just go down there to get correct info. They are super nice & very helpful.💓🌴😎💓

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Can u guys turn a normal rc car into a drift car? Just trying to find a cheaper solution to getting a drift car.

deetus yeletus | Aug 23, 2018
Nor-Cal Hobbies & Raceway | Aug 23, 2018

It's all about the right tires. Bring your car by the shop.

Can you guys repair a RC Tank?

Noah Kwak | Aug 23, 2018
Wendy Chapman | Aug 23, 2018

You'll have to take it down tjere

When is the track closed when track changes?

Russ Jones | Aug 23, 2018
Nor-Cal Hobbies & Raceway | Aug 23, 2018

The next change is July 1-3. It will open 4th of July.

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any model trains?

BNSF Fan | Aug 23, 2018
Wendy Chapman | Aug 23, 2018

No just 23rd cars & trucks

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What time are you constructing the new track on Saturday 4/7/18

Alexander Avalos | Aug 23, 2018
Jerry Cunha | Aug 23, 2018

Track is closed for 3 days shop open

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