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The Watering Hole
An area where general discussions can take place, that don't necessarily fit well into other categories. This can relate to rocketry, general chat, or any other topic not prohibited by TRF rules and guidelines.
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Off-The Record
This is a forum that is private, not indexed in Google for Supporting Members.
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Coronavirus Discussion Forum
A place for all the Coronavirus Discussions (except cwbullets thread)
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Beginners & Educational Programs
An area for those new to model rocketry to exchange ideas or ask questions. Also the place to discuss model rocketry Educational programs, etc.
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MicroMaxx (MMX)
Rockets that fly on the Quest MicroMaxx motors.
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Low Power Rocketry (LPR)
Rockets using motors 1/4A through D impulse.
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Mid Power Rocketry (MPR)
Rockets using motors from E through G impulse.
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High Power Rocketry (HPR)
Rockets using motors from H impulse upwards.
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Propulsion
Discussions of motors ranging from single-use black powder motors, composite reloads, hybrids, etc.
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Rocketry Electronics and Software
An area to ask questions or discuss electronics and computer software issues related to rocketry. Eg: OpenRocket, Rocksim, Onboard Video, Altimeters.
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Ground Support
Ground Support and Launch Equipment - if it doesn't fly, it goes here.
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Recovery
Discussions about anything regarding getting your rocket to come back safely.
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Advanced Rocketry Topics
[Restricted]Research
Topics related to Research motors. Specific details, including motor formulas, are welcome. Want access? Read this
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[Restricted] School and University Discussions
Contact cwbullet via private conversation to be admitted.
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Rocketry Techniques & Types
Techniques
Share your modeling techniques with other builders.
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Scratch Built
For the modeler that enjoys building from the ground up.
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Plans
This section is primarily for the plans for your scratchbuilt models. Optimally, we'd like to see the "plans" and/or associated (Rocksim, Spacecad, etc.) file first, then any discussion to follow.
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3-D Printing and Related topics
CAD software (since used for 3D printing, machining, laser cutting, etc.)
3D printing
Machining (stuff involving lathes and mills)
Laser Cutting and CNC Routing
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Galleries / Photo & Video Tips
The place to show off your rocket paint jobs and discuss tips and techniques for getting that killer rocket photo or video
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Rocket Boosted Gliders
For discussions about all types of rocket boosted gliders. Parasite gliders, boost gliders, rocket gliders, flex-wing gliders, lifting bodies and R/C variants. Also the place for helicopter recovery.
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Scale
The place to talk about scale. Scale builds, scale data, useful photos. It all goes here.
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Competition Rocketry
Talk about competition rocketry here. Anything from informal club competitions to FAI internationals.
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Cardstock Rocketry
Rockets built from paper and/or cardstock.
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LDRS
LDRS Questions & Answers
Submit your questions here; the LDRS 34 hosts will answer them as quickly as possible
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Rocketry Events & Competitions
National Events
Discussion area for National (or International!) events.
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Regional or Local Events
Discussion of events in your area. Personal launch reports are welcome, too.
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Contests
An area for people to host rocket contests, also the home of TRF's Secret Santa exchange.
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Canadian Rocketry
Discussion area for rocketry activities in Canada
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United Kingdom Rocketry
The forum for discussing rocketry in the United Kingdom.
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Vendor Showcase
Vendor Giveaways
Forum to host Sponsor related Giveaways.
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Vendor Display
Vendor announcements on their products, specials and company news. Please remember to show vendors the respect they deserve.
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Manufacturers, Vendors, Sales and Deals
Product and Vendor Reviews
Forum to discuss reviews of both products and Vendors. Please keep everything very civil.
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Rocketry Deal Forum
This forum is for you to post eBay, Amazon, Craigslist, Facebook and other rocketry specific deals you have found.
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Yard Sale / Wanted
If you have a personal rocketry-related item for sale, or that you're looking for, this is where you list it. These are for one time sales items. If you have similar items for sale on a somewhat regular basis, please list them under the "Vendor" forum.
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Miscellaneous
Rocketry Forum Feedback & Announcements
This is where constructive criticism is sought and appreciated. Keep in mind that not every suggestion can be implemented though.
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Area 51
This is the post test area, where you can learn how to post to the forum.
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