While not exactly RV or camping related, this could be someplace you may want to visit on your travels. Located only a couple of miles from Notre Dame University is the Autoworld Store. I stopped by today to have a look at the store that opened only about a week ago. Round2 manufactures plastic models, slot cars and die cast collectables. Autoworld is one of their brands. There aren't just the ordinary things you find at the local WalMart (but some are available there) but are remakes of many of the classics we had when we were kids.
You'll find classic AMT & MPC models like '55 / '57 Chevys and Barris customs. Classic monster models form Aurora (now named Polar Lights). American Muscle Car and NHRA classic die casts are here. Plus a wide selection of Autoworld slot cars. I'm sure many of us owned at least one of these when we were kids!
This a factory owned store. While it is not a factory outlet (items sell for full retail), it does have just about one of everything that Round2 manufacturers. You won't find this type of selection of Round2 items anyplace else.
Round2 is owned by Tom Lowe. Tom has a history of successfully resurrecting historic names in the hobby industry. Johnny Lightning, Aurora (now Polar Lights), AMT, MPC are just a few of the classic product lines that he has brought back to life. I've known Tom for many years as I helped him bring Jonny Lightning and Polar Lights on-line by creating his first web site.
It was great to get back and visit with him and see his latest venture, the Autoworld Store. You can join in the discussion of many of his products on HobbyTalk. See more pictures in our Photo Gallery.