RC Hobby Nook

R/C Hobby Nook in Smithfield is a dedicated radio‑control shop selling vehicles, parts and accessories from dozens of brands. The store advertises over 5,000 parts in stock and offers one‑to‑one customer support for setups and repairs.

Beyond retail, the shop runs a regular event calendar: weekly drag nights, MINI‑Z and crawling races, and seasonal race schedules. Check the shop website or call before visiting in case of schedule changes or temporary closures.

A compact retail space focused on RC vehicles, spare parts and batteries, plus a community noticeboard for local racers.

Look out for:

• A wide parts inventory and brand variety for cars, trucks and on‑road MINI‑Z models.

• Weekly events: drag racing (Fridays, Mar–Nov), MINI‑Z races (Saturdays year‑round; Fridays Nov–Mar) and crawling events (select Saturdays and Nov–Mar Fridays & Saturdays).

• Staff who provide hands‑on help with setups, troubleshooting and part recommendations.

• Contact info on site for phone/email; verify hours before driving from out of town.

Best way to experience it:

Visit during an event evening to see races and meet regulars, or call ahead to confirm track schedules and staff availability for one‑to‑one help.

• Regular hours: Tue–Sat 11:00 AM–7:00 PM, Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM, closed Monday; verify on the website.

• Events have seasonal schedules—confirm dates/times before attending.

• Phone and email are listed on the official site for quick questions.

• Some third‑party listings may be out of date; use the shop website or direct contact to confirm status.