@Richie C. posted:You're right, but there is nothing to stop the smaller shops from also competing on the Internet as well. I know of one hobby store in my area whose walk-in retail sales might not keep it in business in this day and age, but the owners were willing to take the time to learn the on-line systems and now do a brisk internet business that keeps them busy, provides a good income and keeps the doors open.
High Country Hobbies is my LHS. They are a small operation and also deal in R/C and diecast aircraft. Trains aren't really popular around here. If not for their internet business, I am sure they would have been long gone. I think the days of being just a walk-in type of store with no internet presence is over.
