| | Not displaying correctly? View web version. | Apogee Rocketry Workshop #438: You asked, and we listened. We've taken the most frequently asked rocketry questions from our amazing community of customers and are answering them in a special two-part video series. In this first installment, I dive into some of the foundational questions we receive. Head over to our website or our YouTube channel to watch the first part and join the conversation. Here are the questions we answer in this video: Should park flyers get NAR insurance Why is there a scarcity of Long Burn Motors How repair bent tubes What igniters could be used for cluster engine rockets What are the pro-tips for building an avionics bay Is there a protective cover for the Missile Missile Which fin shape is best for performance? What size parachute should you use? | | View this week's Rocketry Workshop Videos here. Tiime: 17:08 min:sec | | Previous videos are found on our archive page. |
| Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves! | Lightning Bug DL Altimeter | | The Lightning Bug DL Altimeter is a dual-deployment device that offers an alternative to systems requiring pyrogen-based igniters. It utilizes a high-voltage plasma arc to ignite ejection charges, allowing for the use of simple, low-cost 2-conductor wire. This pyrogen-free design means the system is not subject to Hazmat shipping regulations. For high-speed flights, the altimeter also includes a Mach Lock-Out feature to help prevent premature deployment by correctly interpreting the pressure increase that occurs as a rocket approaches the sound barrier, providing a reusable system for managing your rocket's recovery. |
| Estes 2-Stage Vogel | | The Estes Vogel stands as the tallest direct-staged rocket in its class at 64.5 inches, and its packed with innovations that set it apart from other kits. Its unique gap staging system uses small vents to enable reliable upper-stage ignition, while the booster features something rarely seen in model rocketry â a dedicated parachute compartment with side-eject hatch that protects your recovery gear from ejection charge heat. Fly it as a jaw-dropping dual-stage beast when using Estes 29mm diameter E and F engines, or unlock radical solo altitudes with composite motors in the sustainer. When Vogel climbs, it doesn't just reach 2,000 feet â it becomes your signature launch. More details here. |
| Missile Meter Altimeter | | NOW IN STOCK!
The Apogee Missile Meter Altimeter slips effortlessly into your payload bay (even the tiny ones), delivering precise peak-altitude measurements in both meters and feet. Weighing just 2 grams, it wonât burden your designâyet it transforms every launch into a data-rich experience. Perfect for beginners and veterans alike, no complex setupsâjust plug, launch, and review your rocketâs peak altitudes.Comes with two rechargable Li-Po batteries, USB charger, and a plastic storage case, itâs ready out-of-the-box. And it is the cheapest altimeter we sell. Check it out now! |
| Mako Rocket Kit | | Engineered for thrill-seekers and builders alike, the Mako rockets into the spotlight with its shark-inspired design and mid-power prowess. This 42-inch beast features laser-cut Baltic birch fins for unshakable stability, a 29mm motor mount (compatible with E-G engines), and a rugged Kevlar recovery systemâall wrapped in a modular airframe built for customization. Upgrade to 38mm motors, add dual-deployment electronics, or experiment with cluster configurationsâthe Makoâs hackable design invites modifications as bold as your ambitions. Whether youâre chasing 2,800-foot launches, family workshop moments, or proving grounds for your engineering creativity, the Mako delivers jaw-dropping performance with predator-like precision. More information here! |
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| | Launch of the Week! Our launch of the week is the TTV kit with a E35 in the booster stage and a Quest D13 in the upper. This combination allow the rocket to go 2300+ feet. Since it is big field , recovery should be easy. | |
| Customer Testimonial âAfter being away from model rocketry for almost 30 years, I found myself getting back into it due to an interest from my grandsons. The first thing I learned was that model rocketry sure has changed in the last 30 years! I was doing internet searches on model rocketry supplies and I came upon Apogee Components. What a great company! Super helpful videos, large stock of rockets, motors, launch accessories and misc. supplies and a lot of up to date information about hobby. And the well constructed how to and informative videos by Tim Van Milligan are priceless. And the customer service, both on the phone and through email, is outstanding. I highly recommend Apogee for your model rocket needs.â -- Brian Logue | |
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