Crawf56
Pig Soooiiieee!!
Greetings, all. We focus so much on the gliders, that I thought it might be helpful to review the launch pad that I use for my rocket gliders.
Note that I use a launch ROD. I originally used an Estes E-pad with a 1/4" launch rod. But I found that the E-pad was not sturdy enough for some of my rocket gliders. Also, the Estes 1/4" launch rod came in 3 pieces, and I seemed to be constantly damaging it in storage or transport.
I believe that launch RAILS are probably a better way to go; but my T-25 Centurian and my ARCIE II were set up for a launch rod. Thus, I have continued with launch rod lugs.
Note that I use a launch ROD. I originally used an Estes E-pad with a 1/4" launch rod. But I found that the E-pad was not sturdy enough for some of my rocket gliders. Also, the Estes 1/4" launch rod came in 3 pieces, and I seemed to be constantly damaging it in storage or transport.
I believe that launch RAILS are probably a better way to go; but my T-25 Centurian and my ARCIE II were set up for a launch rod. Thus, I have continued with launch rod lugs.