I just happened to find Ashford over an internet search. They had a great price on an XRay RC kit…read moreand I'm glad I went with them. Great price, fast shipping and great customer service. I found a part missing from my kit and they got back to me as soon as I let them know. They then sent out replacement parts quickly. Highly recommended!

From the owner: Internet mail order only! "Real time inventory for the stuff you need. Huge selection of RC…read moreproducts at low prices. Free shipping available. $2.49 shipping on thousands of small parts. Lines carried, Team Associated, Tekno RC, Mugen Seiki, Xray, Serpent, Hudy, Calandra Racing, Kyosho, Shepherd, Proline, JConcepts, AKA Products, Protoform, Team Trinity, Reedy, Junsi Electronic, HPI, BSR Racing, Maclan Racing, Mission Models, ProTek RC,SAVOX USA, Sanwa, Tamiya, TQ Wire, Hobbywing and many more."

Great selection for anything RC. They carry planes, helicopters, crawlers, nascars, buggies, trucks…read moreand more. They also have a large model train/truck selection. Also both a indoor and outdoor track. Prices are good and the owner does offer service. Plenty of parking on the side of the building. Private parking lot.

Good selection of model railroad supplies, kits, rolling stock and locomotives. Leans more to HO…read morescale but other scales are represented. Prices vary but seem close to MSRP. That said, I like to support the local hobby shops that are left. There was also a large RC selection, but that is not my interest so I can't speak to the quality.

SCG Hobby is Altoona's newest hobby shop and is easy to find with plenty of parking. It's located…read morein the same complex as Dunkin Donuts, Perkins, and Planet Fitness. It's worth noting that this is not a traditional hobby shop, if you are looking for models and trains consider trying Unkel Joe's Woodshed or Hobby Lobby. Store Interior is large and open. SCG has a large amount of gaming space in the back of the store that does not obstruct the shopping area. The large selection of trading cards including sports and collectable card gaming items is located on the left side of the store, with most behind the counter. SCG has a large selection of board games and Lego sets, with a good selection of pop vinyl's. Various table top gaming items are also available. Comic selection is primarily budget long boxes that are well organized, with some premium boxes, wall books, and a limited selection of new pulls available. Has a large selection of graphic novels. SCG Hobby is the best general hobby shop in the Altoona area and absolutely worth a stop.

A large local game store with its own specialties! Visitors may not be surprised to find board…read moregames, Magic: the Gathering, D&D, and a bit of Warhammer, but this store also has comics, collectibles, and the most extensive collection of specialty Lego sets we've seen outside Legoland! This store has something for everyone. I'm into RPGs, my partner is into Lego, and both of us enjoy graphic novels & board games. I bought her a Lego set & she bought me a copy of the old classic Mille Bournes. I tried to take several photos so visitors have some idea what they might see, but these photos don't include many sections, such as the comics, Funko Pops, CCGs, or gaming miniatures. Do stop by if you're in the area!

I have been going to Kranzels for years. The best family owned hobby shop in the area. They have…read morehard to find hobby stuff and they know everything about the products they sell , always professional . Don't waste your money on big box stores or online, go to the pro's ! Highly recommend Kranzels !

Husband has recently gotten into building Gunplas (Japanese model robots, similar to transformers)…read moreand was looking for hobby shops that carry models and tools to customize them. After a quick search we found Kranzels. Located a few blocks from the West Shore Farmers market, they carry a large and wide scale of RC cars, models, Boats, Air Planes and an impressive amount of Gunplas. The Gunplas were a little hard to find but go to the back counter and turn around, there's a HUGE shelf of them to choose from, all grades available. We talked to one of the employees and he informed us of what all models they stocked, when they got the perfect grades in (the highest quality models) and all the paints/gloss/varnishes they stock. They have a loyalty program so for every $100 you spend, you get $5 back. Nice esp if you're a regular you can get a nice little discount. We'll be checking back in a bit to see what new stock is in and when he needs to restock his supplies.

I've been to other ones, and when I saw it open next to Dick's, I went in. I actually found some…read moreof the stuff in the front to be helpful, cool, and cheap. Like Dick's, the associates were helpful, generally, within the limit of what their store can provide and how they have been trained. They have some interesting crap, err, discount merchandise, that could be stocking stuffers or such. But, when at the cashier, the second thing out of your mouth is 'email', then you lose me right there, and for good. You don't need my email to give me a good and fair price.

As 5 Below goes, this is a great store. Everything is always full, clean, looking GOOD. The staff…read moredoesn't usually leave the front of the store, but that's ok because I'd rather they were ringing folks up than asking to help me. I love their home goods, their flip flops, nail polish. It's the PERFECT place to get stocking stuffers, pool toys in summer, Penn State items!!! Yeah, if you are on a budget and need some cute PSU stuff or some funky things for your dorm room, you need to go to 5 Below. Posters, makeup, magic tricks, art stuff, phone cords, retro candy? They have it all.

Great experience came here a couple of months ago amazing custom miniatures and fun gaming store.read more

From the owner: Located in the historic Phoenix building, Gootzy Gaming is a classy game store with great product…read moreofferings. Gootzy Gaming offers: - Card games (Magic, Pokemon, Lorcana, One Piece, Gundam) - Dungeons and Dragons miniatures, rulebooks, and accessories - Dice Sets - 3D printed figures and gaming accessories - Board Games - Puzzles - Miniature Paints - Miniature and Diorama Supplies, including products from Gamers Grass, Green Stuff World, Monument Hobbies, and TurboDork. Gootzy Gaming also offers 3D printing and laser cutting/engraving services. Gootzy Gaming manufacturers all our 3D printed and laser cut products proudly in Altoona, PA. Gootzy Gaming has comfortable play space for up to 36 players, snacks and drinks, restrooms, and a clean environment to enjoy your favorite games. Gootzy Gaming is a tree nut and peanut free facility. We buy Lorcana and Magic cards! Mondays - Miniature Paint and Take Thursdays - Board Game and Puzzle Night Fridays - Lorcana Night Saturdays- Miniature Paint and Take and Game Tournaments Sundays - Magic Commander Play Day Private parking available for customers behind the building on 3rd street. Have a game you are interested in? Contact us and let's work together to support your community!

Jake's, in many ways, harbors an accepting and fun community. It's a great place to go for all…read morekinds of nerdy things. There's often events for different games so it's easy to find those who enjoy what you've gone there for. It's quite homey and a great place to hang out and play. Give em your money!

Stopped in here twice while traveling in the area for Setsucon, State Colleges anime convention…read more This shop has a little bit of everything. One thing to note, Jake's is not a new pull comic shop, but makes up for it with an excellent cheap longbox selection in the front of the store. Carries some graphic novels. Has a significant stock of TCG/CCG games that are kept behind the counter. Shop seems to specialize in Magic The Gathering with significant backstock. The decent stock of board games and HeroClix are located mid store. In the back is a LARGE area for gaming with several tables along with several customized environment tables. Model Supplies are also kept in this area along with several assembled models on display. Shop carries a significant stock of card protectors and collectors supplies. They also stock a good amount of sports cards and memorabilia including Penn State merchandise. Autographed merchandise was kept behind the counter at the register. Various sports cards were available at both full price and discount including full boxes, along with older NASCAR collectables, and other random merchandise. Collectables are all over the shop. Excellent staff who were very pleasant to talk with and knowledgeable about the area and other comic/sci-fi conventions we could look into. Shop is much like an old school card shop, so it's not the most modem place in the word. Parking is on the street so be prepared to circle the block. State Colleges best comic shop is in Bellefonte, possibly the biggest surprise of the visit.

beeen there 2 times so far... its a really nice track layout this summer 2012. The lanes are wide…read moreand the track is huge. The people are exceptionally nice and the store owners were very kind and friendly. I even got a free soda yay!!!! The store did not have too many losi 8ight parts but I believe they stock parts for associated and few other brands which the locals runs a lot. If you have a popular vehicle you should be covered though.

Great people! And a amazing place to be at! Love the huge track and pitting areas. Always have the…read moreparts I need when needed. All in all Absolutely an astonishing establishment!

I've been in this shop several times previously! I keep coming back because the owner is a kind &…read morecourteous woman with terrific taste. Every quilt fabric, every skein of yarn, every pattern is of supreme quality! "Cindy", the owner, also carries tools & helpful aids for your creative outlets. As long as she has this shop open I will continue to give her my business when I am fortunate enough to visit Pine Grove Mills! An important tip: you MUST make an appointment ahead of time!!!! Don't waste your time driving to the shop unannounced! Parking: I parked on the street right next to the shop. There may be additional parking but I'm not certain. Keep local business alive & give this shop a look. You definitely won't be sorry!

Very nice fabric selection, including some incredible Australian textiles for quilting. Helpful…read morestaff and nicely laid out store. Will be back next time I'm in the area.