The Hobby Shop

Category: Hobby store in Dayton, Ohio

Address: 153 N Springboro Pike # A, Dayton, OH 45449, USA

Phone: +19374366161

Opening hours

Sunday: 12–5PM

Monday: 10AM–8PM

Tuesday: 10AM–8PM

Wednesday: 10AM–8PM

Thursday: 10AM–8PM

Friday: 10AM–8PM

Saturday: 10AM–8PM

Reviews

Southern Gunzz

Sep 28, 2022

Get place and great staff.

Allen Libecap

Sep 26, 2022

Great place....if they ain't got it....u don't need it, best slot car place in Ohio. Local owner, great place.

Daniel aKreyz

Sep 24, 2022

Best in dayton.!!!

Jess Young

Sep 12, 2022

Probably one of the best hobby shops I ever laid eyes on the people there are very friendly the prices are good highly recommended love this place

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Questions & Answers

When you guys going to open a new track

Jeff Begley | Dec 8, 2021
The Hobby Shop | Dec 8, 2021

We are hoping to do so for next year. It has been a struggle, but we continue to work towards getting a new location for the track that's somewhat near the store.

What’s your return policy for RC trucks?

Lucid Eclips | Oct 4, 2020
Jeff Begley | Oct 4, 2021

How aboutthe old kmart on woodman that would be prefect you could a track inthere an a hole new store

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Does anyone know if they have all thread for making links for a 1/10 crawler?

C B | Oct 5, 2018
The Hobby Shop | Oct 5, 2018

We have 4-40 links by Dubro with captured end links. Some guys use Traxxas and then get close on the size with adjustable rod end from Traxxas or RPM. Bring in what you’re working on, and we’ll be glad to help you out.

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How's the rc plane collection?

Aaron Crosby | Oct 5, 2018
Scott Varney | Oct 5, 2018

Pretty good. I would say best in area but this is the only hobby shop I've been to that has any significant selection.

Do you sell fpv gear

Brian Haines | Oct 5, 2018
The Hobby Shop | Oct 5, 2018

Yes we do. Was there anything in particular you were looking to get?

Do you have rc

Last jester | Oct 5, 2018
The Hobby Shop | Oct 5, 2018

Yes. We carry a wide array of RC items.

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Would you be able to point me in the right direction of a Hobby Shop that would carry Hot Wheels?

Jason Timmons | May 7, 2022
Albert Hickey | May 7, 2022

I think Trader's World flea market off 75 in Monroe has a couple shops in there that specializes in hot wheels on the weekends

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Does your store carry Hot Wheels?

Jason Timmons | May 7, 2022
The Hobby Shop | May 7, 2022

Sorry, we do not carry Hot Wheels.

I am looking for a roll or 2 of "Missile Red" Monokote. DO you folks have any? How many rolls and how much? Thanks

Gregg Elko | Apr 7, 2022
The Hobby Shop | Apr 7, 2022

Unfortunately we do not have any in stock. Monokote is being discontinued, so we are unable to order any into the shop. Sorry.

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I want to try rc raceing what cars should i start out with

Jeff Begley | Dec 8, 2021
The Hobby Shop | Dec 8, 2021

If you want to race off-road, and get started, there are a ton of options. Best is to come in, and we can work with you on the best vehicle for where you plan on racing.

Im thinking raceing rc cars. What should i start out with

Jeff Begley | Dec 8, 2021
The Hobby Shop | Dec 8, 2021

If you are planning on racing indoor carpet, then the Traxxas 4-Tec 2.0 brushed would be a great starter. There are classes for it in the area that are based on spec rules.

are there other rc stores in this town besides this one that has horrible customer service they don`t even say hi when you come in.

Thomas Thorne | Oct 4, 2021
The Hobby Shop | Oct 4, 2021

We’re sorry you had a bad experience in our store. This is not normal, and this will be discussed with entire staff.

Do you stock Redcat parts? At the moment I'm looking for shims to fit my center differential on my Shredder. The pins are I (think) 4*10*0.25.

Jacob Garrison | Oct 4, 2020
The Hobby Shop | Oct 4, 2020

We currently do not have those in stock from Redcat. We have 4x8 in stock, and have the 4x10 in route from Axial in the next 1-2 days.

How much is the outdoor track to run on

Charles Scott | Oct 4, 2020
Jeff Begley | Oct 4, 2021

Please make room for a new track

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Can you race on the Slot car track for fun or does have to be during an event. If so, do you still have to pay $3?

McLaren lover98 | Oct 4, 2020
The Hobby Shop | Oct 4, 2020

Track fee is $3 per person per day. It's open practice right now, as we do not currently have any racing planned.

Is the slot car tracks open to race

McLaren lover98 | Oct 4, 2020
The Hobby Shop | Oct 4, 2020

Yes, both tracks are open regular business hours. Masks are required.

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Are your hours different during CV19?

Foodoman the Magnificent | Oct 4, 2020
The Hobby Shop | Oct 4, 2020

We are open regular hours now. Mon-Sat 10-8, Sunday Noon-5

Can you remove a stripped pinion gear screw and if so how much would it cost?

Lucid Eclips | Oct 4, 2020
The Hobby Shop | Oct 4, 2020

Yes. It would need to be dropped off for our service department. Our minimum labor charge is $10 and this fits that category.

I bought a truck a couple days ago and I realized that some of the parts were malfunctioning am I able to return it?

Lucid Eclips | Oct 4, 2020
Rosaletta Johnson | Oct 4, 2020

Yes as long as you have the receipt.

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Is the slot car track available today .if so how much to run

Bill Clark | Oct 4, 2020
The Hobby Shop | Oct 4, 2020

Yes, it is open. Track is $3 per person to run for the day.

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How much are you guys wanting for the biggest sail boats you have

Darrel Goodman | Oct 5, 2019
TheHobby ShopOnline | Oct 5, 2019

The largest RC sailboat we have in stock right now is $329.99.

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Are they traxxas dealers ?

Chad | Oct 5, 2019
Jason Tate | Oct 5, 2019

Excellent source for traxxas parts cars trucks and gear!!

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How's the selection of felt tip markers?

Joey Johnson | Oct 5, 2019
The Hobby Shop | Oct 5, 2019

We carry in the Bandai markers both individual and sets.

Jason Meek or THS: How's the selection of parts for RC quadcopters? I can't wait to stop in and check out the place.

Joey Johnson | Oct 5, 2019
Joey Johnson | Oct 5, 2019

Kurt, what one thing stood out the most when you went?

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Do yall still have the outdoor track? Thx!

Dev&D RC | Oct 5, 2019
Volksrodden | Oct 5, 2019

The outdoor track normally goes up in late April

Do you have air Brush system??

Mouse Vandegrift | Oct 5, 2019
The Hobby Shop | Oct 5, 2019

Yes we do. We also have multiple airbrush specialists on staff unlike big box stores and typically beat their prices.

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Do they sell parts for rc helicopters?

CynicalGriffon3 | Oct 5, 2019
Volksrodden | Oct 5, 2019

Yes they do, they carry for a couple of bands of rc helicopters

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do you have gift cards?

Sue Wood | Oct 5, 2019
Larry Weaver | Oct 5, 2019

Yes they sure do.

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Do you have EFLC3010 charger for Apprentice S 15e?

ViciousTechy16 | Oct 5, 2019
The Hobby Shop | Oct 5, 2019

We do not have this in stock as most of our flyers for the Apprentice want to upgrade to an AC/DC charger, or an AC only charger, both of which we have in stock. We can get the EFLC3010 in at any time if you would like to stay with the OEM charger. Takes 1-2 days for us to get it depending on what time you place the order.

Do you guys buy collections from individuals?

Stephen Mason | Oct 5, 2019
Joseph Prior | Oct 5, 2019

Ive not seen a used section, so im guessing the answer is a soft no, but im not confident in that guess.

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Do you have fpv goggles in stock? Tramsmitters(dx7s)? (Im looking at building a quad as well)

gk258 | Oct 5, 2018
The Hobby Shop | Oct 5, 2018

Yes. We carry several FPV goggles in stock as well as an assortment of Spektrum transmitter systems.

What's the warhammer collection like?

billy richardson | Oct 5, 2018
Andrew Dyer | Oct 5, 2018

They have some older sets and rules, but keep most current games workshop items in stock. One of the best selections I've seen outside a games workshop store.

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Do you have a B-24 airplane kit suitable for a 93 year old whose hands are pretty steady?

Paul McClain | Oct 5, 2018
Ron Godbey | Oct 5, 2018

If anyone does... It will be them.

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Do you guys have the power rangers mini pla model kits?

Cory Smith | Oct 5, 2018
The Hobby Shop | Oct 5, 2018

I am sorry, we do carry Bandai, but are unable to get the Power Rangers series.

do u have any e-revo 2.0?

Alex Kung | Oct 5, 2018
The Hobby Shop | Oct 5, 2018

I'm sorry, but we are currently out of stock on these. We do have a waiting list for them, which does require a deposit. Please stop in when you get a chance.

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have they lied to you

James Ellis | Oct 5, 2018
Max Jeanson | Oct 5, 2018

Treated me well, only been there once and they we're pretty helpful, I wanted to buy some parts that were unnecessary, they broke it down as to why I didn't need them, I'm new to RC. So I'll be going back.

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Do you have model rocket sets?

Jon W | Oct 5, 2018
Ron Godbey | Oct 5, 2018

They have lots...

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Does this train store sale o scale trains

Steven Kinsey | Oct 5, 2018
Elizabeth Stroud | Oct 5, 2018

Yes, I believe they do.

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How does the lawaway work

Heather Collier | Oct 5, 2018
The Hobby Shop | Oct 5, 2018

Our layaway policy is 20% down, and we give you 60 days to have the item out of layaway. We do not charge any fees, or force any type of payment structure on you. If you are unable to get the item out within the 60 days, we ask that you put an additional 20% on the item, and then we can extend your layaway for another 30 days. We're a small family business, we want to work with you as best we can.

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Do you stock gundam model kits?

Cody Singleton | Oct 5, 2017
Andrew Dyer | Oct 5, 2017

I've seen Gundam kits near the back. 1 isle from the warhammer stuff.

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