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  1. BSNW

    older altimeters still good? How old is too old?

    I know this question has a lot of "well depends" components. However, I am looking for input based on my specific situation, to try and see if there is a trend in replies from people who may have, or still use (or not), older altimeters. Here we Go. 1) Purchased what I was told, were the few...
  2. BSNW

    Sold Semroc Saturn 1b Kit for sale

    Hello- I am selling an original Semroc Saturn 1B kit. Meaning it was purchased before the untimely passing of the owner of Semroc years ago. I believe this kit was purchased in 2013 or 2014. At the time, I gently opened the kit and removed the instructions (only). I read them, then gently...
  3. BSNW

    Flis Kits: The Drake!

    Before I continued with my Trident, I thought I would finish one I have been slowly working on for some time. It is a Flis Kits DRAKE. This particular kit is/was I believe from one of the first/second production runs. It is a old kit. I got it from my late friend Bruce. The card had something...
  4. BSNW

    A most unusual build - Astron Trident

    I have a few days off from work and the weather kinda stinks for the bicycle, so I thought it was a good time to pull this out of the back of my closet. Does anyone remember Pimp Daddy Rocketry? This should be fun as in all the years I have been going to launches, I have only seen ONE Trident...
  5. BSNW

    Estes-Mars Snooper

    I thought what the hey.....I will post the "just completed photos" of my "Super Snooper". This was a fun build. So many possibilities with this one. I know I suck at taking photos. Actually, my wife got this for me for Christmas last year! I know I deviated greatly from the card art, oh well...
  6. BSNW

    Any Sport Rocketry on or near Cape Cod?

    I looked at the NAR/Tripoli websites. Some clubs listed, but seem inactive (for Massachusetts). Hoping to have a possible outlet to launch on the Cape if things pan out (long story). Anybody know anyone who launches on or near Cape Cod? Andrew
  7. BSNW

    The Give it Take it Thread!! - LP version

    Hey all- I LOVE to build model rockets. I like to fly them a few times and build more. Alas, I have limited space and time and rockets tend to pile up and sit and collect dust. There are only so many launches one can go to, and at any given launch, there is only so much time to launch. I also...
  8. BSNW

    Upscale (of sorts) of Estes ESAM Rocket

    I think many of us know that beautiful Estes ESAM rocket kit only available at Hobby Lobby. It is almost identical to the upper stage of the SASHA two stage kit. Anyway, I made the original kit, but put a 24mm motor mount in it with beautiful flights on D12's and E12's. Waiting for a calm day...
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    Marco Polo-saves the day....and added some fun too!

    Hey all- I know I already posted a thread some time ago about the Marco Polo Tracker. This one is slightly different as I wanted to share some recovery stories with this unit and encourage others to do the same with theirs AND with other trackers as well! Before the comments about walking in...
  10. BSNW

    AirFest 2021

    Hello all. I was wondering if there is any info other than dates for AirFest this year? Planning on making the trip for the first. I hear it is quite a launch. I am glad I got my accommodations already as I see some hotels are already booked! Would one say this is like an LDRS? Really looking...
  11. BSNW

    Avionics Bay/Sled Build Thread?......Sure!

    Hello All- I was beginning a new build of an electronics bay for a custom Mac-Performance kit I got with a little Christmas spending money. When I got about 20% into, it I had the idea of doing a build thread. I don't ever remember seeing build thread for an avionics bay. Often people (me...
  12. BSNW

    Estes Saturn 1B: Build Tips and Advice Thread

    Hey all- I got an Estes Saturn 1B kit and I have to say it was/is a joy to build. However, there are a lot of techniques I have never encountered before that I would like to seek discussion and advice on for the benefit of all who build this, and other kits like it. I found the kit to not be...
  13. BSNW

    Estes (parts) Explorer II Build

    Hello all...Happy Holidays So as I was building another project I decided to post the progress before I got too much into it. I am building another "Explorer" made from Estes parts. In a fit of SHAMELESS self promotion, I am dreaming (like a lot of us...HA!!) that Estes will steal this design...
  14. BSNW

    How NASA spends our public money

    This is a little vent...( I am sure I will pay dearly for my opinions....this is a forum after all! :-) ) I saw this article and it seemed to touch an already raw nerve. I have spoken to many that are concerned about how NASA does its science. I am NOT taking away from their accomplishments and...
  15. BSNW

    LOVE for the Estes Mars Long Ship....with a twist

    Hey all- It is always fun to post after a build. I wanted to give a shout out to Estes for another GREAT KIT! I will tell you, if you are on the fence with this kit....GET IT! It actually is a really good build and it is a cool looking and very interesting design. I found it a very enjoyable...
  16. BSNW

    Got a 3D printer?

    Hello all- I currently have parts for an upscale Centuri Orion. I contacted Balsa Machining and eRockets to see if they could turn me a cone for it. Looks like I am out of the loop, as BMS has not turned cones in 10 years (at least what he told me). Anyway, I have a photo of what I am making...
  17. BSNW

    Problems with USPS...FYI and a little frustration.

    Hey all- I know there is a lot going on. I would not even bring this up if it were not for it happening on a regular basis before the election stuff (like years) and before the pandemic. It is very frustrating and I thought I would pass this info on. From now on, I try to request FedEx or UPs...
  18. BSNW

    The Starlight Seiron3

    Hello all- I hope you are all doing well. Now that I have successfully passed my TRA L3!! (YAHOO!) I have time to get back to my other love....model rockets! (I truly have one foot in HP and my other foot in model rocketry... I love them both equally!). There is nothing like a day at the...
  19. BSNW

    Estes Sky Dart II - Interesting Little Rocket-Glider

    Hey all- While I am working on my L3, I thought it would be fin to do an Estes build at the same time. I picked the Astron Sky Dart II. A rocket glider is a new thing for me and I thought I would give it a go. I also thought I would share the fun. It is an interesting kit and looks cool. I have...
  20. BSNW

    Marco Polo Tracker - Great Bang for the Buck

    So I finally put my Marco Polo to use this weekend. In a word, it proved itself very worthy for rocketry use. I first loaned it to a friend who put it in his 5.5" kit on a K600 ex motor. I established a link to the tag before launch and the receiver kept a lock on it all the way up to around...
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