The R/C Pro-Shop

Had a wonderful expirence here. Had vehicles, parts and accessories for all, great prices, and awesome people to deal with.

Awesome repair services, super knowledgeable and friendly staff that took care of my rc no problem. Highly recommended hobby shop from me personally, and I’ve been to quite a few.

My favorite R/C shop in Jackson, always helpful and professional, and always super helpful! Highly recommended. Has great inventory selection they have what I need every time.

I would give this place 10 stars if I could based solely on one person: Bill.

My 10 year old son was expressing an interest in getting an R.C. car, and although he has had many “low quality, R.C. toys” in the past, I thought it was time for him to get a higher quality, upgradable, repairable unit.
We knew virtually nothing about what brand to start with, style, electric vs. liquid fuel, etc. so naturally I turned to Google for direction.
Google/the internet of course left me feeling completely overwhelmed so I looked to the next best thing: the idiots that I surround myself with on a regular basis. So after getting the opinions of my friends I still didn’t know much. Fortunately Google did actually come through and directed me to The R/C Pro Shop.
To be honest, I didn’t even know that R/C hobbies were even “still a thing” and I kinda figured that guys that were into that sort of thing had given it up in the 90’s to focus their attention on full time gaming in their parents basement. Well, I now feel ashamed to have those preconceived notions.
My son and I help take care of the property of a widow that is unable physically to do the work herself. In the past I’ve explained to my son that we’re not doing this work for any money but if she offers then he can graciously accept it and keep it all. So we had a pretty big project on our hands to truck and spread 12 yards of wood chips in a playground area of this property. My son works like a mule, never complains, and can run a shove, rake, or wheel barrow with the best of them. He knows the importance of a job well done and knows the importance of helping others. I couldn’t be more proud. After the job was done, he did earn enough money to put himself in range of getting a decent R/C car. He had money saved that he had earned previously and I told him I’d cover the rest of the costs because of how proud I am of him.
Enter Bill.
After the wood chip job was done we drove over to the R/C Pro Shop. I’m sure I smelled like a barn and we were covered in a thick layer of dirt and wood chips plastered to our skin by sweat. We probably didn’t look like we were prepared to spend a dime or that we even had one to spend. The man on duty at the store, Bill, was excellent! He spent probably over an hour sharing his expertise with us without the slightest bit of condescension which can sometimes show up when an expert is talking to a novice. Not only that but he seemed genuinely happy to share his knowledge.
My son has difficulties that manifest themselves with verbal communication yet Bill
treated him with respect and patience. That kind of thing goes a long way with me. Bill also let at least two calls go to the answering machine while assisting us to give his full attention. As a parent of a child with these difficulties and growing up with family members that also have mental disabilities I’ve learned to spot pandering and condescension a mile off. Had I detected even the slightest amount we wouldn’t spend a dime there and I’d make it a hobby of mine to bad mouth the establishment. We learned a lot about the hobby and eventually settled on a “ready to run” Traxxas “Slash” kit and extra battery totaling in the neighborhood of $350. Not bad to get started into the hobby. My son is thrilled! This was just yesterday at the time of writing this review and although I typically wouldn’t leave such a lengthy review, I feel it important to try to adequately express my appreciation. I’m already doing research on what upgrades to do to the car and thanks to Bill, now have the information and direction to do so. I’m definitely planning on doing more business with R/C Pro-Shop in the future as we upgrade or need repair parts.
Bill was absolutely wrong about one thing though. He told my son that “in six months dad will want his own car.” I want one now!

After a 30yr hiatus, I recently revisited my fascination with R/C by picking up a TLR SCTE 3.0. I thought I had everything I needed only discover I didn't have tire glue. I didn't want to wait for it to be shipped to me when my truck was so close to being finished so I searched for a brick-n-motor rc shop and found these guys were local. I've driven past the shop at least a hundred times and just never realized it was there. I'm so far removed from the hobby that I don't know too much about all the current products and the guy behind the counter was helpful. He was also knowledgeable about tracks in the area to race at. Thanks for the glue recommendation, works great! And I'll be checking out the tracks too!

I'd recommend a better sign, might get some impromptu stops just to check the store out. I know I probably would've stopped in much sooner had I known the store was there.

This is owned by a real RC professional that was around when Jackson had an indoor carpet track. R.A.C.E was the tracks name, it was where Kroger and Big Lots are at now. This store has lots of RTR items and parts. Get in and visit and help bring more RC back to Jackson!

Great store with the latest Traxxas trucks and parts. The best part about the store is the owner, who provides a lot of insights and tips for getting the most of your gear. Excellent mechanic, too, providing quick repairs and upgrades. Highly recommend.

My husband and I went in today get our son a rc car as a reward. My has been going in there for a few days just to look and to decide witch one he wanted.the gentleman working was really nice to him answered all of my sons questions. We will be going back to get more stuff and another rc or boat... thank you for stuff you did for our son.. I would highly recommend this place!!!,

Hobby stores are becoming hard to find. The staff at The R/C Pro-Shop was friendly and knowledgeable. They had the parts I needed to fix my sons Traxxas Stampede and they were open on a Sunday so that he could be back in business while social distancing.

The staff is always very helpful and kind! Very insightful about the different ways to upgrade your car / truck. Great prices!

I've love rc cars sense I was younger an now that I can pay for mine own I started getting in to the hobby I started with a rlaarlo 1.14 àwd and the new esc caught fire I've read u do repairs or is that on certain brand rc cars but I'm looking for sumthing bigger like a bigfoot but sumthing with 60mph speed range u got anything like this or know of a place I can check out and do u know of any open tracks near by

Can't wait to see what u have in ur shop

We found a wide variety of Traxxas vehicles. The owner was very helpful and kind. We will be back!

We brought by son and his two-month-old Rustler in to R/C to see if the could figure out why it quit working. Jeremy went right to task troubleshooting the issue. He worked with skill and expertise, educating the newer R/C owner as to the best care, modifications, racing, and all things Traxxas. We could not be happier that this hobby shop is in town!

Been thinking about getting into R/C hobby. Dropped in and Jeremy was working . Took his time explaining everything and was very helpful and friendly. Walked out with a traxxas slash. Man is that thing awesome. Appreciated the friendly no pressure service. This is definitely the place to go for all your R/C needs.

We stopped in for the first time a couple months ago for our son to do some shopping and found everything we were looking for...and then some! Great selection of parts and the owner is friendly and very knowledgeable. We will definitely be back.

Just bought my first RC from Traxxis and came in to get an adapter and information.
Very insightful, professional and most importantly-experienced!
I'll definitely be back!

Very friendly people fellow rc enthusiasts who are very knowledgeable on just about any topic prices are descent and if you’re looking for a bargain this is where I’d go from the moment you walk in you feel welcomed

Grate Place to go And People here is awesome #1 Place To Go Here In Jackson Michigan👌🏾🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯 best one around Michigan. Come holler at them and they have the best RC cars boats trucks even kid bulldozers.

Can’t say enough good things about this shop and the employees. We are new to the R/C world and need help with most breakdowns of my 6 year old sons truck. As soon as they find out it’s for a young child they try and get it fixed ASAP. They have gone as far as stripping parts off of their own personal trucks to fix his. Thank you so much! We will never go anywhere else!

Mark

GREAT service! Scott is the owner... he took his time with my kids (ages 11 & 14)... tested batteries, answered questions, & he treated them with great respect! He definitely has all of our future business!