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New Rocket From Estes
This isn’t the first time Model Rocket Site blog has covered Estes’ release of new products. In January we brought you information concerning the release of the Estes Pro Series II rocket kits. These model rocket kits turned out to … Continue reading
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Can NASA Bounce Back?
As many Americans know, NASA has major plans to cut spending by 20% in 2013. In February of this year NASA announced the Planetary Science division would be dropping nearly $310 million from its budget. The budget cut means fewer … Continue reading
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Guide to Purchasing Model Rockets
When it comes to buying your first model rocket there are a few things to take into consideration. Model rocketry can be an inexpensive and very fun hobby for people of all ages. Many people buy their first model rocket … Continue reading
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Parts of a Model Rocket Engine
In past articles we have explained the different parts of both the outer and inner pieces of a model rocket. Now we will be discussing the parts of a model rocket engine and how these parts work together to propel … Continue reading
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RC Airplanes and Helicopters from Estes Rockets
For years Estes Rockets have been the leader in manufacturing beginner level model rocket kits and engines. They build a number of different level kits that range from ready to fly up to skill level 5, five being the highest. … Continue reading
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Rocket Launch Pad at 95,000 Feet
Since NASA has reduced its focus on sending orbital vehicles into space, the private sector has stepped up to fill the void. That means more and more companies are racing for federal grants that could be worth millions of dollars. … Continue reading
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Estes Releases Pro Series II Rockets
In May of 2011, the National Retail Hobby Stores Association hosted their 18th annual Table Top Expo in Las Vegas. Representatives from a number of hobby industries and vendors attended the event, and that includes Estes Rockets. Every year companies … Continue reading
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Eighth Annual Desert Heat 2012
Every month clubs around the country host launches within their communities of model rockets. Often these events take place at a designated area the group has visited before and has permission to use. It is an open area free of … Continue reading
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Estes Announces New Products
Each year Estes Model Rockets design, engineer, and produce a number of new products. These new products may be rocket engines, new launch sets or even new skill level model rockets. At the National Retail Hobby Stores Association table expo … Continue reading
Estes Star Trek Model Rocket
During the late 60′s Star Trek was one of the most watched television shows in America. Over the years the show has developed quite a fan base and there are millions of collector items based on the show. Every year … Continue reading
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