Links

Rocketry Links

Helpful links on model rocketry.

• Rocketry Terms Glossary - Randy Culp’s listing of rocketry terms and definitions.

• Rocketry Clubs in the Northeast - (In NY, NJ, MA, CT or PA)

• Weather - University at Albany’s Weather report

• Aviation Weather Report - New York Aviation weather report.

• Astronautix / Encyclopedia Astronautica - Everything space-vehicle related. Great for scale space modeling!

NAR

Links to National Association of Rocketry resources.

• NAR - Home of the National Association of Rocketry.
• NAR Competition Homepage - Information on NAR competitions
• NAR ‘Pink Book’ Competition rulebook 2014 for reference

Vendors

Looking to buy model rocket kits or engines? Here’s where we buy from.

• Adirondack Train and Hobby - local store, great for last-minute purchases on the way to the launch site! Open Saturdays. 946 Route, 29 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

• Apogee Rockets - great store to buy composite motors and more advanced rocket kits! Great videos on introduction to Rocketry under the How To & Guides section.

• Estes Rockets - the one and only! Makes many rocket kits for all skill levels, Beginner through Pro.

• Hobbylinc - online retailer, can purchase rocket motors in bulk. Great selection and prices!

• Hobby Lobby - local stores in Latham and other areas. Limited rocket selection, can find some good deals!

Archive

Older links, but they still check out.

• Northeast Region Contest Board - Information on NAR sanctioned rocketry competition in the Northeastern USA
• rec.models.rockets FAQ - a listing of Frequently Asked Questions and resources for the model rocketeer