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Some of you may have noticed I’ve been having some stability issues recently. With my altitude attempt rockets, that is.I’m looking for suggestions because I’m stumped. I had 2 unstable little rockets in the September event, which were both designed…   Read more»

I just got a burr under my saddle thinking I’d like to try out these new HP rocket motors. I haven’t flown in contests since I was 14 (1960), but now that I’m an engineer (Sun Microsystems) close to retirement,…   Read more»

Anyone interested in a research day Nov 4th (the Sunday after commercial day)? I am looking to see if there is interest in holding a research launch on Sunday Nov 4th. I was not able to get Sponge Bob up…   Read more»

Found a dark tan deployment bag, a little torn. Found it southof the launch site on 10-4-2007

Well, I just put up several of my dad’s pics from today – you can view them here.This is only a small sampling though – he took around 1400 pictures in total today.

I was at Oktoberfest all of Friday and Saturday till 3:00.Many, many great flights.What a great time. Thanks to all that helped get Me in the air.

Many pics. Sorry a couple blurrrry(these pics were removed)A near perfest two days.

I thought I would be there by now with Parrot altimeters for Warren and others, but I’m still working on the temperature-compensated calibrations. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel now (after spending the whole week…   Read more»

I’m planning to head up early tomorrow morning, but weather forecasts are calling for crazy wind. Anyone know how today was?

Guys, there are several sets of RATT K240 hardware in the club. I *might* need an injector — does anyone have the hardware they can bring? Many thanks in advance-JW

Are First Fire igniters able to be used with a PET2 timer for air start?I have not been able to find any current specs. for them.Davyfire seems to be gone…I will not be flying it till next year. Just gathering…   Read more»

I will be setting up a tent for Oktoberfest. It will be for My Wifeand I to get out of the sun and prep. rockets.We will not be spending the night, Friday night. If someoneis interested in using it for…   Read more»

Just wondering if there will be nitrous at Oktoberfest? I’d like to fly the Ratt K240…

I plan to fly my SSSS on Saturday. Is there anyone that would be willing to track my rocket for me? I’ve never used one of those things but I’d really like to get this rocket back. If for any…   Read more»

Just a reminder. I will be poking around for a couple NARLevel 2 / Level 3 members to witness for my Level 2.I will be taking the test and the flight on Friday. 8OLook forward to seeing all there.

Does anyone have the AMW 7600NS hardware? I’d be interested in renting it for a boost.Thanks,John Wilke

Well, THAT was interesting! Friday was a total, wretched, horrid blowout. Sustained 30mph winds blowing really nasty playa dust everywhere. The dust was… pervasive. Ugh.Saturday – I was first off the pad @ BALLS (3rd time in 4 years!) with…   Read more»

Okay, this is a follow-up to my previous thread. I am going to attempt L1 on that crazy rocket. To those of you who replied earlier, I need to get specific.If all goes well, I’m looking to borrow:29/180 and 29/240…   Read more»

Just wondering what would be a good first launch motor for my 3″ Loc Precision Sandhawk. If this is too vague of a question, it recommends G’s or H’s.Also approximate price of motor and any paperwork I need to fill…   Read more»

Everyone remember this poll? I was looking at the results for the latest poll and noticed that there had been a few new votes for the “next project poll”. Looking at the number of votes, at least for the three…   Read more»