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What is going on in the world of model rocketry? The answer to that question is why I took time away from my vacation to attend the Manufacturers' Forum, which was held as part of the National Association of Rocketry’s annual convention on January 27th. Just like you, I wanted to keep abreast of what other rocketry manufacturers are putting out. In this article, I thought I’d give you a synopsis of what was talked about during the manufacturers' forum. Also in this issue: "Tim's Messy Desk" This is Tim's blog, and is basically what he is thinking about at this point in time. Since it is Valentine's Day, Tim has been thinking about his daughters and taking a little time off to support them. Find out what Tim and his family are up to by reading this short little article. | | Read the rest of this week's article, either on a downloadable PDF for printing out, or on our website (great for viewing on your phone)! Previous issues of our newsletter are found at our archive page. |
| Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves! | Apogee Antares Explorer Kit | |
The Antares Explorer model rocket kit is the perfect combination of science fiction style and high-altitude performance. With its sleek and aerodynamic design, this rocket is capable of reaching impressive altitudes, yet still maintains a unique and eye-catching appearance with its bright decals, six fins, and asymmetric layout (where fins are not equally spaced around the rocket). It is sure to be a collector's item, so you might want to get two or three to put in your treasure chest. |
| Estes Mercury Redstone Kit | |
The Mercury Redstone model rocket kit is a 1:34-size replica of the iconic rocket that was used in the early days of the American space program. Its significance is that it was the rocket that was used to launch the first and second American astronauts into space. That makes this kit perfect for those who are interested in model rocketry and the history of space exploration. The finished rocket stands nearly 29 inches tall and features laser-cut, layered balsa fins and a molded plastic model of Grissom’s Liberty Bell 7 and it’s Launch Escape System (LES). The set of detailed water-slide decals even includes the distinctive white “crack” that Gus painted onto the side of his spacecraft to make it resemble the actual Liberty Bell. More that just a historic replica from the early days of the American space program, this rocket kit from Estes has history in its own right too. This kit is a re-released but enhanced version of the model rocket that the company Centuri produced in the 1960's. Own a piece of history today! |
| Quick Change Motor Mount Kits | |
Do you want to design your own rockets with a quick change motor mount system, like seen in the Quick Draw rocket (shown below)? We now have four different motor mount kits for BT-80 (or 2.6" diameter heavy wall tube) size rockets that you can swap out quickly. This will allow you to fly your design with a single 29mm, or as a cluster of 2, 3, or 4 rocket motors. You'll have the versatility that you've never before had. Imagine one rocket that you can change out motor mounts to fly any combination of motors you want. Check them out! |
| 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. |
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The Antares Explorer Starts a Journey Toward the Starts The Antares Explorer, our newest rocket kit, has the potential to hit some impressive altitudes because it has a 24mm motor mount and can take some bigger motors. Because of that, we want to simulate where it might land to make sure we have a proper size field and that the rocket is aimed correctly. On this simulated launch, we're flying with a D12-7 motor from the Launch Crüe club's flying site, near Holland, Indiana. What adjustments do you think need to be made to the flight in order to get the rocket back? |
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