| [ Not displaying correctly? View web version. ] | Apogee Rocketry Workshop #229: | |  The TARC contest for 2017-2018 requires rockets with two different diameter tubes. To smooth the airflow over the juncture, a "transition" is used. This reduces the drag and allows you to use smaller and less expensive rocket engines.
We created a special transition kit that uses a tube coupler and a non-structural plastic shroud for the most common size tubes that might be used in the TARC contest. In this video, you'll see how to assemble it. The big take-away from this video is how "NOT" to approach the building process. Specifically, you'll see how "rushing" the assembly process will screw it up. It is embarrassing to show this video, but there is a good lesson that will help you make better rockets. You'll also see how to fix errors that are typical in rocket construction. My philosophy is that during construction, if you make an error: "Don't Panic." Construction errors are almost always fixable. | | View this week's Rocketry Workshop Video (Duration: 17:28) Previous videos are found on our archive page. |
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| Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves! | |  The Payload Altitude Rocket (Single Stage) set an altitude record the first time it was launched in competition, shattering the old record by 180 meters. It is designed specifically for the NAR's competition event where the object is to boost a 1 ounce payload as high as possible. Use in "C" engine class for flights over 350m (1150 feet). Can also be used in "A" and "B" motor contests, especially when the day is breezy. Now you're in the running for a step on the winner's podium at NARAM this summer. |
| |  The Ibis model rocket is patterned after a luxury space liner. It is based on a 1.325" diameter tube, so it is a good size model that will impress those that see it launched. Comes with a resin tail cone, through-the-wall fins, a blow molded nose cone, and a lot of colorful self-adhesive vinyl decals. |
| |  The Johnny Star Commander model rocket is a sleek rocket with a futuristic look to it. The rocket is built around a 1.325 inch diameter tube so it has a nice size that is easy to see in a crowded launch range. Features through the wall fins, vinyl decals, laser cut fins and a through-the-wall body tube. | |  The Sea Sting model rocket is a futuristic missile with a naval theme from the mind of kit designer Shrox. It represents "what might be" in coastline defensive missiles. The kit is based on a 1.325-inch diameter tube, so it has nice size and great performance on low-cost rocket engines. |
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| |  This transition section allows a BT-70 size tube to be mated on top of a BT-80 size tube. Can be used for the TARC 2017-2018 contest year. Lightweight and STRONG! |
| |  This kit is an unusual looking scale model that flies on standard 18mm diameter motors. It features a balsa nose cone, laser-cut fins, and a lot of exciting surface details. Based on the first sounding rocket of the United States. |
| |  This is a beautiful 1/31 scale replica of the Corporal rocket. It features a balsa nose cone, nose block and plywood fins. The paint scheme is really easy -- just paint it white and apply the water-slide decals. This is a great first scale kit for someone that wants to make a model of a real rocket that was used by the U.S. Army. |
| |  The Sonda II B is the largest of Brazil's series of the Sonda II sounding rockets. The Sonda was first flown during the early 1970s and continues in use today. This is a 1/12th scale model of that rocket, and you'll find that it is an easy to build bird, and also to paint. It flies great on the standard 18mm rocket engines. |
| |  The Sandia Sandhawk was developed as an upper stage for sounding rocket systems. The Sandhawk flew three times as a single-stage rocket between 1966 and 1974. This 1/24th scale little rocket is so cute, you'll want to show it off to your friends. It features a balsa wood nose cone and coupler, and thin plywood fins. The rocket is special in that the main tube of the rocket is also the engine mount tube. This makes it a "minimum diameter rocket." Minimum diameter rockets are lighter weight and therefore fly a lot higher than other rockets. Because of this, the rocket uses a streamer instead of a parachute, so that it doesn't drift so far after its sky high flight. |
| |  This is a skinny rocket that uses thick-walled tubes. That means it can take those higher thrust rocket motors and still survive. The rocket includes a small payload bay below the nose cone. It is the perfect size for an altimeter. And since the rocket is long and stable, it is also a great choice for a strap-on video camera. |
| |  The F-16 rocket kit from Centuri was in production from 1976 to 1982. Back then, it had cardstock fins to make it less expensive. The new version from Odd'l Rockets has the same near-scale appearance as the original. It launches vertically and returns safely via parachute. Clean lines, super detail and authentic markings make the F-16 fighter a must for every rocketeer. |
| |  This rocket-powered fighter is what might have been developed in a parallel universe where the Allies lost World War II. It is a great example of retrofuturism from the creative mind of Shrox. The easy-to-build kit features through the wall fins, colorful self-adhesive vinyl decals, and a color plastic parachute. Flies on 24mm C, D, and E size rocket engines. Shrockets by Apogee are unique designs created by Shrox, and turned into a rocket kit by Apogee Components. The Skonk Wulf is the first of four models to be released. |
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“I have to compliment Apogee on the thorough amount of research, thought and refining that goes into its model kits. The final products are well conceived and engineered so that they're far easier to build (less fabrication needed by the customer) and, more importantly, operate reliably. This is especially important when it comes to deployment mechanisms on things like slide wing gliders and helicopter rocket rotor actuators, and things like the built-in angle-of-attack on the Condor and Stratus Gale, etc. (I really could go on but there's far too much to mention). It really reflects the time invested in Apogee's designs.
In addition to great products, Apogee does a fantastic job when it comes to customer service, has a marvelously responsive shipping dept, an impressive and extensive parts selection, and invaluable educational articles and videos that have proven to be extremely helpful. I feel Apogee is an incredible asset to the sport. Compliments to Tim and the whole Apogee family!” -- Eric N 
Parachute Design Contest Do you have an exciting pattern you'd like to see printed on the next Apogee parachute? We're having a contest to get ideas, and we'd love to have your submission. If you win, you get bragging rights because your design will be on our chutes. And we'll send you a couple of chutes with your design on it. Submit as many designs as you want. Deadline is June 30, 2017. | |
 Communication Coordinator - Do you know rockets? We mean, really know them well? And do you know how to connect with people and get them excited about rocketry? This marketing position requires a person that can come up with a lot of strategies and ideas on how to grow a business. Technical writing ability is essential and required too, as you'd have to produce innovative weekly newsletters and videos for our great customers. Located in the beautiful city of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Apogee Components is a fast-pace and innovative rocketry company that is a leader in rocket information and education. We're growing because we strive to have the products customers want, and ship them the same day. You'll enjoy being part of a small but close-knit and friendly team that pushes each other to be their best. If you think this could be you and you want to get into the rocketry industry, contact Tim through our contact form on our web site. For additional information, see: https://www.apogeerockets.com/Company/Job_opportunities | |
 Have you seen "Barks At Rockets" yet? - The new hilariously funny comic strip by our graphic artist Chris Duran is released every Thursday on our Facebook page. Be sure to check it out and share it with your rocketry friends. | |
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 I need help with generating the biweekly newsletter articles, since it takes a lot of effort to put them together. And I'm willing to pay big bucks for your help. So ask yourself, are you looking to earn some extra money? I'm now actively seeking writers for articles to appear in this newsletter. And I want unique and cutting-edge articles because that is what you want to read, right? I realize this, so to get articles from outside writers that have the same level of quality, I'm going to have to pay a lot of cash to make it worth it for them. So I've come up with a compensation package where I'll pay up to $350 for good how-to articles. Are you a writer, and does that interest you? That is a lot of cash! Far more than you'll get by writing for other magazines. And with over 23,000 worldwide subscribers, if you write for the Peak-of-Flight Newsletter, you'll gain a lot of notoriety. Writing for the Peak-of-Flight Newsletter is a great way to show off your rocketry projects and your technical expertise, at the same time as helping out other rocketeers. Imagine how great you'll feel knowing that you made a difference to the hobby. If you're interested in writing, see the guidelines on our site. | |
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Here is what we do on our Facebook page:
Monday: This Week in Rocketry Tuesday is Rocketry Share - sharing fun and informative space posts from other sites. Wednesday is "Newsletter Day" - We'll announce our newsletter for those who haven't subscribed (unlike you), and we'd love to hear your feedback on the video or newsletter. Join the conversation and share your rocketry knowledge. Thursday is "Humor Day" - We're scouring the web for little cartoons or jokes related to rocketry or the space program. Rocketry is fun and entertaining! Friday is "Feature Friday" - This is the one day where we pick a product and tell a little bit more about it. It may be when we started selling it, or some other little-known fact about the product. Saturday is "Launch Day" - We're out to launch... and we'd love to see a great photo of an Apogee product from one of your personal launches! |
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