Just ran all over the closest big town next to me and found out the Rider's Hobby shop's in my area are stretching themselves way to thin. The plasitc kit model section is getting smaller and smaller and the supplies and tools section is almost nonexistant.
Hobby Lobby in my area seems to have a pretty good kit selection, from all major manufacturers, even a few lesser knowns, and all the basic tools that you could want. Prices are not bad either, comparable to most other chains.
I would much rather shop locally, not a chain, but when all you need is one jar of paint, and the local place doesn't have it.......well I need instant gratification most of the time.
Let me know what you people think out there.