I second KC Hobbies in Archedale, they are the closest "real" RC hobby shop to me, and they are a great group of people that are always willing to help with great prices.

Another in NC that I go to a couple times a month is King RC in King. They are right off of exit 123 on Hwy 52. They have a ton of small parts in stock behind the counter and are very freindly. Lots of chopper stuff to.