Archie's Hobbies & Helis

I was having a setting problem with my Blade 350 QX. Shawn spent a bit of time with me to troubleshoot the issue. After a bit of tweaking, and two check flights, Shawn fixed the problem, at no cost. As a novice flyer, I appreciated his patience and desire to quickly get me flying again. Pay Archie's Hobbies a visit and see for yourself how knowledgable they are. more

I had a great time at the store. I recommend all to go. Pros: Knowledge, prices, Tough rugged looks more

I'm a frequent visitor to Archies now that I bought 2 heli's from them. They always make the time to explain the answers to your questions and in a way even a noob like myself can understand. The Prices are Fanfreakintastic and if it's not in stock they'll get it for you promptly. Pros: It's ALL PRO's !!! Cons: none. more

I was completely amazed at how much inventory this place has on hand, and at great prices. Even had parts for many legacy engines. Wasn't expecting that. After many visits now, it's obvious to me Archie's really strives to be the Remote Control Modeler's friend. Too, I've also been a skeptic of the simulators until my visit there. They have a quiet corner of their shop with two comfortable setups of the latest RC Flight Simulators for your evaluation, simple enjoyment or instruction. It's clear that their heart is in promotion of the RC hobby and not just on how maximize their bottom line. I recommend them as a regular visit for the local modeler and as a must see for visitors. They've always treated me AND my children with the highest respect and encouragement. Archies is a valuable asset to the St. Petersburg business and modeler communities: With the complexities of the model aviation hobby today, we're very thankful that you're here Archies....... Pros: Their friendly, knowlegeable staff helps you maximize your success and enjoyment of the hobby. Cons: Store could be open a little later on week nights. more

i CALLED AND ASKED IF ARCHIES WORKED ON WALKERA R/.S HELEICOPTERS AND HR HE RPIED YES. i BROUHHT IT IN N AND A WEEK LATER I CAME BY TO SEE WHAT WAS THE PLOBLEM EITH THE HELICOPTER. hE SAID IT WAS ATHE TRAMSMITTER. tHE TRANSMITTER IS FINE. iT WAS GIVING A YELLOW LCD LIGHT DUE TO THE FACT THAT THE 20 AMP SPEED CONTROLLER MIS DEFECTIVE. hE RETURNED MY HELICOPTER IN PEICES !!! AN STATED HE WOULD NOT GIVE ME A DIAGNOSTIC REPORT, i HAVE 3 WITNESSES THAT HAVE SEEN THE CONDITION HE RETURNED MY HELI TO ME. Pros: PRETTY PLANS Cons: OMLU ONE MAN THAT REPAIRS HELI'S AND DOES NOT KNOW WHAT HE IS DIOING more