Yup, most hobby places in the US dont carry the China and Japan stuff. Usually its all online. Just like he said, gas and taxes. Just have it delivered to your door.

www.ushobbysupply.com is having a 2 for 1 deal and he also throws in a free pair of main blades. And the shipping is super fast. He carries parts for the Walkera Dragonfly #4 tho. I have 3 #4's and I love them, fly great, cheap parts and pretty durable.

You can pick up a good deal on ebay.