I work at an ace hardware and in my area we have one of the biggest Pokemon selections! While Walmart and target fail to restock their shelves we have packs and packs galore of surging. Since ace hardware is a franchise, the owners can choose what items to bring into the store, my store owner just happens to be a chill ass gamer and card collector! Ace has access to card vendors just like anyone else does! Our location is hyped for prismatic and have many etbs coming for the release!
Like we just got another display of sleeved packs of surging in for example…we have well over 150 packs right now. And then I go to my local Walmart and there’s zero lol
I found a Snorlax tin with an Evolving Skys booster pack inside tonight from my local small town Rite Aid. It was the only solo Pokemon product in stock.
My gamestops have informed me that they will be having more tcg stock then usual from now on. My Walmart and targets are wiped every week upon stocking, but our 5 bellows usually have sleeved boosters behind the counter. Thanks for the video!
I just started collecting again the last time I collected was hidden fates and I don’t remember a set being up in price before release I don’t collect like crazy but I want a new set and I might not even get that chance to get one
Nice U of M jacket (or at least it reminds me of it, kinda like the big yellow M in similar font)! I am from PR but did Neuroradiology fellowship there, it is very nice at Ann Arbor. Anyway, regarding the video content, I have success going to Walgreens believe it or not. 😆
I figured out when the person stocks all the stores around me. Got some 151 alakazam boxes at walmart the other day while person was stocking. So if you figure out stock days you have free reign over everything. Card shop owners and investors will buy everything out and price up same day if you don't snag stuff. Absolute losers but just beat em at their own game.
@chanhilator2 by chance for me. Noticed the restock and guessed what day. Showed up and there she was. Does every big name store in my area wednesday to friday. Just got a pokemon center kiosk installed by me day before Christmas too.
Despite this (awesome) video, it appears Surging Sparks is still impossible to find and out of stock at all of these places, at least near me, and 151 might as well not exist at all. It's a bummer. I'd love to open 151 packs but it appears I came in to this way too late, Surging Sparks is impossible, and it's looking like Prismatic Evolutions is looking to be just as dire. It feels like I jumped into the hobby way too late. Now I do really like a lot of the cards in Temporal Forces which is frequently in stock, but apparently it's always in stock because the pull rates are really bad. I just started too late it seems :(
@@Chubbytoad12 I'm looking forward to PE, but I fear it's gonna be pretty hard to get. I will say there's a lot of cards in surging sparks I think I super dope, not even counting things like the super rare pikachu. I think the normal Durant EX card is absolutely rad
why are we saying that 17.99 for a 3 pack is a good price though? Ugly of FYE to mark stuff up. Any store with distribution rights selling above MSRP is a big no for me.
Understandable point of view here! I agree that 17.99 isnt the best but if you arent able to find cards near you that is another option. Thank for you watching!
I work at an ace hardware and in my area we have one of the biggest Pokemon selections! While Walmart and target fail to restock their shelves we have packs and packs galore of surging. Since ace hardware is a franchise, the owners can choose what items to bring into the store, my store owner just happens to be a chill ass gamer and card collector! Ace has access to card vendors just like anyone else does! Our location is hyped for prismatic and have many etbs coming for the release!
Ace hardware for the win!!
I had no idea!
What state? Thanks
@ it’s in New York! Upstate !
Like we just got another display of sleeved packs of surging in for example…we have well over 150 packs right now. And then I go to my local Walmart and there’s zero lol
With the quality of videos you make I’m surprised you aren’t past 1k already, you’ll get there soon and keep growing from there!
Thank you! You’re a legend! 😎
When you said you only had 1k subs I was surprised. Super high quality video man keep up the good work!
Thank you so much! 🙏 Growing fast! ❤️
Underrated channel. Wish you the best of luck to get to 1000 subs.
Thank you! ♥️ I appreciate it! 🙏
Look at you got about 500 subscribed in less then a week ! Awesome job man 🤙
Thank you brother!! 🖤🔥
I found a Snorlax tin with an Evolving Skys booster pack inside tonight from my local small town Rite Aid. It was the only solo Pokemon product in stock.
Wow, that’s a steal! I’m going to have to check that out. 🙏
My gamestops have informed me that they will be having more tcg stock then usual from now on. My Walmart and targets are wiped every week upon stocking, but our 5 bellows usually have sleeved boosters behind the counter. Thanks for the video!
Yeah my local GameStop just started selling some sword and shield stuff
Same for my GS! Glad you enjoyed the video! ❤️
My Barnes and Noble has had a lot of surging spark.
Good lucks on the pulls! ⚡️
Good video, these products are wrapping up our 2024!
Thank you! 🙏
I like your vids man. Good video here. Can you do a Paldea Fates vid? Whichever subject you'd like; thats my favorite set.
Thank you! I did an investment review of Paldea fates a few weeks ago! Let me know what you think!
U earned a new sub bro! 🎉
You’re the goat! Thank you! 🙏 ❤️
I just started collecting again the last time I collected was hidden fates and I don’t remember a set being up in price before release I don’t collect like crazy but I want a new set and I might not even get that chance to get one
Shoutout to midwest box stores 😂 from the mitten!
💯 Go blue! Hope you enjoyed the video! 🔥
I used to go to Barnes but their customer service might be the worst I've ever seen in a establishment
Thankfully I haven’t had a bad experience. Luckily there are other locations to sell Pokémon.
Thank you for the wise tips. That was great advice 💜
I appreciate it! 🙏 💜
My partner and I have been super successful getting cards at Dollar General, Dollar Store and Circle K as well!
Always have to respect the Dollar stores. I wish we still had Circle K! ❤️ 😢
Dollar stores don't sell dollar packs anymore ?
You’re right - they have $5 packs! (:
I got a b&n, 5 below and fye all in the same mall right down the street from me 🙏
Nice!!
Same lol i also have 5 local card shops
Americans have so many options, I'm jealous 😭
Canada needs to step up their game
Nice U of M jacket (or at least it reminds me of it, kinda like the big yellow M in similar font)! I am from PR but did Neuroradiology fellowship there, it is very nice at Ann Arbor. Anyway, regarding the video content, I have success going to Walgreens believe it or not. 😆
Go Blue! Love the Michigan lakes and weather. Walgreens can be successful if you get them at the right time! I’ve gotten tins there pretty regularly
Yo you run a store in Ann Arbor?@PokeFamTCG
I figured out when the person stocks all the stores around me. Got some 151 alakazam boxes at walmart the other day while person was stocking. So if you figure out stock days you have free reign over everything.
Card shop owners and investors will buy everything out and price up same day if you don't snag stuff. Absolute losers but just beat em at their own game.
To still pick up 151 at Walmart is wild! Thanks for the call out! ❤️
How do you find out the stock days 😂
@chanhilator2 by chance for me. Noticed the restock and guessed what day. Showed up and there she was. Does every big name store in my area wednesday to friday.
Just got a pokemon center kiosk installed by me day before Christmas too.
@@AMCUO wish i had that kind of luck lol. Good for you though, it must've been satisfying once you knew you figured it out 😂
Just came back from Safeway. Bought 10 crown stellar singles got an 11th one for free lol and ended up pulling a terapagos ex 🥳
Was it a buy 10 get 1 free 😂 Congratulations on the pull! 🔥
Great information! ❤
Thank you! 🙏
Definitely a save and watch later video! Thanks
Thank you! 🙏 ❤️
Despite this (awesome) video, it appears Surging Sparks is still impossible to find and out of stock at all of these places, at least near me, and 151 might as well not exist at all. It's a bummer. I'd love to open 151 packs but it appears I came in to this way too late, Surging Sparks is impossible, and it's looking like Prismatic Evolutions is looking to be just as dire. It feels like I jumped into the hobby way too late.
Now I do really like a lot of the cards in Temporal Forces which is frequently in stock, but apparently it's always in stock because the pull rates are really bad. I just started too late it seems :(
I feel you! That's why I tried to highlight those hidden gems! Thank you for watching and for the positive feedback!
Skip Surging the set is overhyped get prismatic
Cannot wait for PE!
@@Chubbytoad12 I'm looking forward to PE, but I fear it's gonna be pretty hard to get. I will say there's a lot of cards in surging sparks I think I super dope, not even counting things like the super rare pikachu. I think the normal Durant EX card is absolutely rad
@LooseCo sure but ssps is a good set but it's impossible to find at a reasonable price
yo can you make a video about flipping singles?
Definitely will in the future! 🤘
why are we saying that 17.99 for a 3 pack is a good price though? Ugly of FYE to mark stuff up. Any store with distribution rights selling above MSRP is a big no for me.
100% this.
That's definitely true for temporal, but there's certainly some sets (like surging) that I'm sure a lot of people would be willing to pay $18 for 🤑
Understandable point of view here! I agree that 17.99 isnt the best but if you arent able to find cards near you that is another option. Thank for you watching!
Went back to the Dollar Tree yesterday. Bought 12 sleeves for $64. Hit the big dog…PIKACHU SIR. Posted on my IG
Let’s go!!!! 🔥❤️
Dollar General locally has paradox rift and SV base sleeved packs for 4.50 each. It's the best price I've seen. Sets aren't the worst, either lol
Nice find! Dollar General is a hidden gem!
Dollar general is a good place, single packs go for 6$ but you can find alot of sword and sheild
Totally agree here! DG is sometimes a hit!
Used to
@@Chubbytoad12 i just picked up 16 packs of Sword and shield lost origin and 10 packs or sword and shield silver tempest
@@PokeFamTCG 🔥🔥🔥
Damn. Giving out my secret B&N spot
I’ll keep it close to the chest next time 😂 ❤️
Walgreens slappppp. theres 2 sections. the good one is near the front.
Totally agree! Some of mine over where I live keep them behind the counter.
Great video.
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it! ❤️
sick hoodie go blue!
Go Blue! 💙💛
Did i miss which location this is for or did you not say it?
Location of the stores? They are typically across the mid west and east side.
ah so west-east parts of usa
How the pull rate. I got bad pulls last time.
3 packs are at 33% typically. Other pull rates are pretty good to be honest! 🤘
Dollar General carries a 151 box with the starters on it fir $15
I love Dollar General pick ups!
Can you stop telling everyone about our nice Midwestern hardware stores :D
You right, you right lol
Family dollar
Gamestop is the only place, that, or ebay.
I love how GameStop is grading Pokémon cards as well! Might be throwing up a video on my process. 🤔
Oh shit !!! Poke beard shaved 😂❤
We’re beard brothers for sure 😂
Elite hat
Appreciate you!