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I feel inspired by this good wholesome recycling program these guys have come up with. It warms the heart, well, it makes you laugh anyway…http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCjHV63MQ4w&feature=player_embedded

In lieu of the recent issues with the FS, I contacted a friend of mine that is in the know on land. He is going to talk to a landowner friend on the eastern plains and see if he would…   Read more»

I lost my Little Dog Dual Deploy with a 38mm Monster case in it. Last seen going Straight up, last signal from Walston was due east but was after landing no signal was ever heard again. Based on wind speeds…   Read more»

I didn’t catch what is meant by “a possible NSL.” Is this referring to a bid for a national launch? If so, it would be neat of NCR could host a national launch in 2011, but as long as we…   Read more»

I’m hoping someone can elaborate on Joe’s email today about access to Pawnee. In his email Joe said,”Furthermore, she has reiterated her position that until a signed permit for our activities is in place, ALL launches are off, at least…   Read more»

I have finished up processing the photos I took on Day 2 (Saturday 10/3/09) & Day 3 (Sunday 10/4/09) of the NCR Oktoberfest 2009 launch, at NCR’s north Pawnee National Grasslands, CO site & have now posted them to my…   Read more»

so… whatever happened to Tripoli Colorado? I know their email list went down for a while. I don’t see anything on their web page. I’m curious if they are having an annual meeting? Do they still exist? Is there anything…   Read more»

Merry Christmas to all,and to all, a good flight!

It is with deep sadness I must report the passing of Erik Gates, a member of the Tripoli BOD and one of the pillars of the HPR community. Not much is known aside from the posting from John Van Norman,…   Read more»

just had to share this with you guys – think you can appreciate the skill this guy has. enjoy!http://craftsmanshipmuseum.com/park.htm

Hi guys,just to let you all know final gautlet tests are complete and ZA001 is ready to fly on the 15th at 10am pacific time, weather permitting.Taxi test vids with the first rotationhttp://vimeo.com/8142299http://vimeo.com/8141721you should be able to watch it here…   Read more»

8) Got the blues? Need a launch? Nice, mid 50’s with sun? Let’s go crash the launch next weekend at the Ranch! 😛 You know, down south outside of Pueblo. Weather report looks great. Let’s go burn a…   Read more»

If you’re located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, within driving distance of our store, or going to be in town in December, we’ve got some good news. We’re having special Customer Appreciation “Saturday” hours on December 12 and 19. We’ll be…   Read more»

I know the upscale contest has been addressed in the forums several times over, but are we thinking of adding it to the annual meeting agenda?Basically, this would be any Estes/Centuri/Quest upscale to be flown at Oktoberfest 2010. If I…   Read more»

What happened to Conway Stevens??Jim HarrisGorilla Motors

Hey everyone,Was wanting to get opinion on a vacum pump//www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=98076Use would be for vacum bagging, fresh produce, and poultry products. Price seems good if it has enough SUCK.All thoughts and opinions always welcome.ThanksDavid

Here is a little Christmas stocking stuffer you guys may be interested in. Joe H., Dr. J (of Pro38 fame) and I are putting together a package as follows:– purchase a Little Dog Dual Deploy kit from 3 Dogs ($89+tax)–…   Read more»

http://www.vimeo.com/7852885You can slip past the first few minutes, but then there is some outrageous stuff. I wonder how many mach diamonds the shuttle can emit? There’d be a whole long string of them at one point…

I have some 1/16″ fins that I want to stiffen with carbon fiber. They are long things like the fins on Big Bertha / Baby Bertha. Does the type of weave matter? From past discussions, I assume it does matter…   Read more»

http://www.3dogsrocketry.com is up and semi-functional. You will be able to access drawings, pricing, etc. I’m working on a blog or two, as well as a couple of other things. For now, take a look and let me know if you…   Read more»