| [ Not displaying correctly? View web version. ] | Apogee Rocketry Workshop #249: | | Folding big competition style parachutes is tricky. They are so big and the rockets are so lightweight that they often don't fully open. This video shows the method used by international competitor Kevin Johnson, who I greatly admire. This coming summer, Kevin will be the team manager and coach for the kid's team from the USA at the international rocketry championships in Poland. This was recorded last summer when I was at a launch in Michigan. The rain started coming down and we all headed under the picnic pavilion until the shower passed. Being rocketeers, we all started sharing our ideas and rocketry experiences. If you're not flying with a club, you're missing out on these types of exchanges of information. If you're not in a club, be sure to check out the NAR or Tripoli websites to find the rocketry club closest to you. | | View this week's Rocketry Workshop Video (Duration: 7:50) Previous videos are found on our archive page. |
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| Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves! | | |
These new retainers are designed for rockets that have a flat bottom, and which need to be retrofitted to have a motor retainer. They are designed to be twisted onto the rocket, just like the screw-on retainers, so they allow fast installation and removal of the rocket motor. And they look much more professional and is more secure than friction fitting with tape. Two motor sizes available: 29mm and 38mm. |
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This kit from Semroc is a reproduction of the 1974 kit from Estes. The Starship Vega is a futuristic planetary exploration vehicle that has the landing legs necessary for a safe touchdown on some other planet. This rocket looks great sitting on your display shelf, or when in flight. Flies on standard 18mm diameter motors. |
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The Mars Snooper was first offered by Estes in 1965. The Mars Snooper was one of the first exotic model rocket kits and was billed as being a great demo rocket. This release from Semroc features fiber fin alignment guides and other jigs to assist in the building process. |
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The Pods! Those cool forward-swept pods on the tips of the fins are the one feature that really makes the Starship Excalibur stand out among all the rockets ever created. They are the signature feature of this classic model that everyone loves. This Semroc model is a reproduction of the classic 1984 kit from Estes. |
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The F-104 Starfighter is an updated and improved rendition of the classic 1977 Centuri rocket kit. It is more realistic to the actual fighter jet in that the air inlets are circular rather than rectangular. Flies on 18mm diameter rocket motors. |
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The Gyroc is a unique rocket that features helicopter recovery for the main body, and streamer recovery for the motor pod. This is a reproduction of a kit that was originally available from Estes (from 1969 to 1983). As far as we know, it was the first ever helicopter recovery kit produced by a rocket company. If you're reliving your youth and want to build classic kits, the Gyroc is perfect for you. |
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Back in 1965 when Vern Estes designed this rocket kit, it was considered to be controversial. Some felt that it was a disgrace to the sport, while others said it did an important job in showing that a rocket doesn't have to look like a rocketship to fly well. But it has stood the test of time and is an easily recognized favorite around the world. Your rocket fleet is not complete unless you're flying a rocket actually designed by Vern Estes! |
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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 as well, 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-paced 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 website. For additional information, see: https://www.apogeerockets.com/Company/Job_opportunities | |
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I need help with generating the bi-weekly 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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