HobbyVisions International 2003 was a resounding success, and delivered its mission of promoting the wonderful hobby industry to the world.

Media coverage for HobbyVisions International during the show reached more than 12 million people in California and other markets throughout the Southwest. This saturation coverage was accomplished through five radio stations, six newspapers and five network TV stations – including ESPN, CBS, FOX, NBC and ABC.

Inside the Sands Convention Center, trade and consumer buyers were treated to several operating railroad layouts, RC car and truck demonstrations, RC airplane and helicopter demonstrations and a live performance by members of the cast of DIY-Do It Yourself Network Robot Rivals television show. During the segment, host Chris Chianelli brought out two robots that launched T-shirts and HobbyVisions memorabilia into an excited crowd.