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The new Experimental Gliding Parachute could be a game-changer when it comes to mid and high power rocketry. Instead of the rocket drifting downwind on launch, the parachute can be steered into the wind, and can be brought right to your feet via RC control. You won't have to spend time retrieving your rocket, it will come back to you. We call this: Come To Me Recovery™ Because this parachute is radically different from a traditional chute, and requires a bit of set-up, we've made a series of videos that walk you through the assembly and preparation steps. Video 6 is one of the most crucial steps in the process of making this system work. It show the process of adjusting the lengths of the four riser lines that connect the servo control arms to the parachute suspension lines. The lengths of these lines is crucial because everything must be balanced correctly in order for the gliding parachute to have a straight glide. If it doesn't glide straight, it will be difficult to control the direction of the rocket with the radio controller. Take your time doing this step, as it will pay off in a well balanced canopy. View this week's Rocketry Workshop Videos (Duration 10 min, 54 sec) If you would like to see the gliding parachute in action, start your journey here. | | Previous videos are found on our archive page. |
| Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves! | Quick Draw Rocket | |
New from Apogee Components is the Quick Draw model rocket kit. It is the ultimate in versatility and excitement. With its interchangeable motor mount system, you can choose to launch the rocket with a single motor for a thrilling ride, or go all out with a cluster of three motors for an epic launch. Comes with two quick-change motor mounts - a single 29mm motor, or a cluster of three 24mm motors. Plus you can get additional motor mounts for launching as a two or four engine cluster. Special LIMITED TIME promotion - Purchase the Quick Draw by January 16, 2023, and receive for free a set of 5 extenstion tips for your thin super-glue bottles. |
| LaunchMaster Control Battery | |
The North Coast Rocketry's LaunchMaster™ takes a special battery. And now we have them available here. This rechargeable 3000mAh, 7.2V battery has the capacity for hundreds of launches between charges. It also has the current capability to even handle some cluster launches. This product also includes a battery charger so you can use this recharable battery for years and years. This simple-to-use charger plugs into a standard household electric outlet, so you don't need anything extra to make it work. |
| Conductive Starter Mix | |
Save those old igniter wires, as they can easily be reused to make new igniters! The Conductive Starter Mix from QuickBurst allows you to have the reloadable igniter so you save money. This updated mix works well with BOTH black powder and composite motors! Make your own motor starters from an ordinary two-conductor wire. NO bridge wire needed. And reuse the same wire over and over again. Just mix and dip. And dip again and again. |
| Quest E35 Single-Use Motors | |
The Quest E35W might become one of your favorite mid-power rocket motors that are 24mm in diameter. This is a FULL E-motor, being at the upper limit of just under 40 N-s of total power. It has great kick off the launch pad, which is what is needed for heavier rockets or those that are larger in diameter. At 95mm (3.75 inches) long, it is the same size as the Estes E12, but with more power, a huge white flame, and a deep throaty roar. And it still won't go so high that you'll risk losing your rocket. It comes in delays of 5, 8 and 11 seconds. It will be great in the Katana Jr, the LexxJet and the Super Big Bertha rockets (29mm adapter not included). |
| Aerotech I40N-P Motor | |
Aerotech continues to expand its line of single-use high-power motors. The latest DMS motor is the I40N-P motor. This is a long burn motor, with a thrust duration of 10 seconds. It utilizes the Warp-9 propellant in end-burn fashion to give this really long burn time which can allow extremely high altitudes for your lightweight rocket. But beware, it is plugged and therefore does not contain an ejection charge. So you'll need to use a dual deployment altimeter to kick out the parachute to bring your rocket safely to the ground. |
| Estes Super Big Bertha | |
The Estes Super Big Bertha is a mid-power rocket using 29mm diameter motors, that is over 3-feet tall and 2.6-inches in diameter. In this upscale of Vern Estes' design, the charm of his original Big Bertha model has not been lost, nor has the low-and-slow flight capabilities. This rocket could be flown all day on Estes E16s and recovered without breaking a sweat. But if you were in the mood for something more, it would fly nicely on any 29mm F motor around. |
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“I have purchased whole rocket kits and component parts from Apogee. The quality of the products has always been perfect. Additionally, I really appreciate the amount of knowledge that is shared on the site through the comments regarding products, the use videos and the training videos. The Apogee website is always my first destination when considering new items and expanding my skills.” -- Jim Heyland | |
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