East Anglian

It was a shame, though Vic's did seem to be in a decline over the last couple of years to the point where I would have to order a certain DCC chip or go up the road to the Hobbysmith who would have it in stock. Shame though - it's all boarded up right now. Here is another news link - KATU News link here

Sad to report that Vic's Hobby Supply in NE Portland will be closing after 70 years in business. I have been lucky enough to see the massive 0 Guage layout in the basement of the shop. Although, I tend to shop at the Hobbysmith, it is sad to see another model shop close. Further details from the Oregonian Newspaper here: http://www.oregonlive.com/portland/index.ssf/2012/12/vics_hobby_supply_in_northeast.html

Yes - Portland (and Oregon) does have a thriving micro-brew industry - Glad to see people frequent the Hobby Smith - very helpful and well stocked (apart from a TCS 2x-UK on order!) - it's why I bought my Digitrax from them. Charles

I have found Tony's Train Exchange an excellent resource for DCC Supplies as well as some Peco Code 75 track. Quick communication and postage as well as very competative pricing. Here in Portland, I frequent the Hobby Smith mainly for Digitrax decoders and scenery supplies. The Whistle Stop is also very well stocked but a ways away over in East Portland. For British outline, I have used Britannia Models just over the border in South Surrey, BC Canada. For other overseas orders, I have also used Hattons who don't charge VAT which offsets the postage!