A train lover's heaven, my little engineer was in awe the minute he walked in the door of the Loose Caboose. This little hobby shop has an amazing collection of Lionel cars, pieces to construct the beautiful villages to wind your train through along with landscaping of all kinds. They also carry an amazing selection of Legos and of course, enough Thomas and Friends cars to make your little engineer go crazy! Run by a nice and knowledgeable staff who are willing and eager tackle any train challenge you throw their way. read more

Anyone of any age will feel like a kid in a toy store upon entering this hobby shop. It's fun to support small businesses.

This place really is a gem. It sells a variety of useful things for people making their own models, such as glue, tools for resin kits. They really strive in terms of having a lot of train related models, both old and new. The owner is really nice. I was really amazed when they displayed a N series Caltrain on display that I can play on. If you are a train person and into this kind of hobby, this place is as good as it gets. read more

My two boys love to come play with Thomas the tank train set they have set up. They have trains running on tracks overhead. Great Lego selection at this store. Lots of hobby supplies to keep us busy. Ray and Roy are very helpful and welcome kids, young and old. read more

They do have a nice selection of train items. My problem was that I bought some track and I figured that I would be getting all the same kind of track. When I got home I notice portion of the track were different brands. Since I live almost an hour away I called and asked about it and they said don't worry about it most people won't notice. When I buy something I want it to be what I bought not what you want me to gave. I guess I learned my lesson not to trust them. A company only gets one chance and they used theirs up. Never going back. read more

I have been visiting and utilizing The Loose Caboose since it was located at the north end of town off Highway 29. Whether it has been selecting 1/35 scale models for a diorama as a high school student, or, as a teacher, finding supplies for missions and other projects, I have always been pleased with the service. The gentlemen I have interacted with have never failed to be polite, knowledgeable and helpful. If they don't have what you need they are willing to look for it, or even recommend another store which may have what you need. From the name one would assume almost exclusively model railroading. However, there is a large selection of models, military and civilian, of several different scales. Model rockets are well represented as are R/C models, Legos, robot and anatomy kits, and gaming hobbies (Pathfinder, Warhammer and 40k), and a great section for younger kids. Having been part of a miniature wargaming group, I have appreciated how the store has a back room set up for gaming. Whether setting down for a hand or two of Magic, using the tables and available terrain for a battle of Flames of War, Bolt Action, Warhammer or 40k, the proprietors have been very gracious. Just over the last month, the back room has been remodeled with new walls, ceiling and carpet. If models, gaming, or just the ambience of a model railroads appeal to you, I can't recommend The Loose Caboose highly enough! read more

We are new to the area and huge lego fans. I brought my kids to the loose caboose and we had a great time. The owner is fun and engaging. We left with a handful of legos and will happily return soon. I wholly recommend this toy/hobby shop. read more

Great service. Very knowldgable staff and good inventory. Recommend them to any model railroader.

These guys have an amazing selection of classic and hard to find model kits! If it isn't in stock, they are often able to locate what you want. Those of us who have been model builders for many years get a good dose of nostalgia visiting the Loose Caboose. Actual hobby shops have become a rarity in these cyber-shopping days. Knowledgeable and interested hobby merchants need our support. Shop at the Loose Caboose...you won't be sorry! read more

Great service, you get help whenever you need it. A Huge selection of model trains, cars, and even the amazing war fig. game. Plenty of catalogs to keep you busy too! read more

i think this place is amazing, and i dont even come here for the trains! im a warhammer fan myself, and they have 4 tables, and terrain ready to play whenever their open! its really a nice place, ive spent probably over one hundred hours there and keep going back just about every other week, they have a lot in stock, and what they dont have, they will order for you, and i mean, its kinda small so you cant really expect more. really nice staff too, never ever heard of anyone who said they didnt like them, even in bad reviews, so if your in like napa (we come from saint helena) and play 40k, its a much more rewarding atmosphere then ordering online and driving to santa rosa or freemont to play. it is small, but it doesnt bother me at all, they have anything a 40k player needs, they even have a limited fantasy collection too, and if you dont think im real then go in on saturdays, if im there i'll probably be in the back playing warhammer 40k, and i will vouce for this yelp, i stand by loose caboose fully. read more