Where do Montrealers go?

[moscit]

Hi,

Just wondering if anyone on this board is from the Montreal area, and if so, knows of a LHS that stocks detailing accessories (i.e. Acu Stion, Sakatsu and the like) as well as a good selection of tools and materials.

Cheers

[NemesisR34]

Hi!

I'm from East Montreal!

Do you know about Udisco ? They have a lot of stuff (tools and kits)!

If you have a car and can go on the Thaschereault Boulevard at La Prairie, there is Collection Modélisme: not as big as the Udisco but there are many greats stuffs.

There is Le Tambourin at Longueuil, Brossard and St-Bruno: a bit expensive, not the greatest variety of tools but it's alright for me!

I hope it helps!

[moscit]

I've been to Udisco a couple of times, but I have never been able to find detailing accessories.

Are they in a specific location in the place?

[mikemechanic]

I'll be in Montreal in June for F1 so hopefully I will have time to check out Udisco, I thought it was just a warehouse. Is there anywhere else that is a "must see"

[moscit]

mike, Udisco is, as far as I know, the biggest but not sure what else would be a 'must'. It is a warehouse (huge) but sells to the public. All the other places I know are your run of the mill LHS. Many cater mostly to model railroading.

If you've never been here for the GP, prepare to have a great time. The atmosphere in the city is just awesome. Where are you from?

[mikemechanic]

Originally Posted by moscit

mike, Udisco is, as far as I know, the biggest but not sure what else would be a 'must'. It is a warehouse (huge) but sells to the public. All the other places I know are your run of the mill LHS. Many cater mostly to model railroading.

If you've never been here for the GP, prepare to have a great time. The atmosphere in the city is just awesome. Where are you from?

Thanks moscit, I am in Calgary, Alberta. Never been before so I am very excited.

[Vric]

Don't be too excited. Udisco only carry usual stuff. Don't expect to see something you never seen or any special things.

just take a look there:
http://www.udisco.com/hobbies/index.htm


Price are also on the high side. Tamiya Enzo at 58$ ! better get it on modelexpress for 10$ less. And don't forget, they will charge you 15% taxes here.

[moscit]

mike, I'm assuming you are excited about the GP rather than Udisco

Let me know if you need info on the city and events.

[FranKey]

Udisco is good if your only looking for kits and tools. But they don't have wheels , detail parts or any aftermarket stuff, but it's a big place.

P.s The Grand Prix weekend will be real nice this year since its also the ''St-Jean Baptiste'' on june 24 th(our ''4th of july'') and montrealers and Quebecers are known to party a lot on that day. I can already imagine how crazy it will be in Dowtown .

[mikemechanic]

Originally Posted by moscit

mike, I'm assuming you are excited about the GP rather than Udisco

Let me know if you need info on the city and events.

Yes moscit. I am excited about the GP, Udisco will just be if I have time. I will PM you as I am sure I have several questions. Thanks.

[moscit]

FranKey, do you know a place that carries detail accessories in the area?

[FranKey]

no , i'm afraid it is nearly impossible to find a store that carries any detail sets in the whole Quebec...

[Vric]

Originally Posted by FranKey

no , i'm afraid it is nearly impossible to find a store that carries any detail sets in the whole Quebec...

I would say even in Canada it's nearly impossible.

I was thinking about starting a web-store for that in Canada, but I need a bit more investment before starting.

[chick652]

Whatever you do do not go to Udisco in Montreal. Its honestly the worst place I've ever heard of or seen. It's a huge waste of your time and your money. They really don't deserve to get customers let alone be still opened for business. If I could have rated them on this site I would have given them 0 on 10 for TERRIBLE!! But there are many other hobby stores around thats for sure