As a friend recently reminded me, spring is in the air, and for us nerds, that means it's time to start building & launching Estes Rockets. Chances are you haven't launched one in a long time, but can probably recall the thrill of pressing the button and hearing the hissing WHOOSH as the rocket thunders skyward.
If you haven't ever launched a rocket, then you are not much of a nerd (but we can help you). We've got two Estes Starter sets in stock, the Alpha III and the Taser.
The Estes Alpha III is an E2X Starter Set. More people have started with this timeless, easy to build rocket than any other in the history of the world! Features include a bright molded one piece fin unit , nose cone and engines for two fantastic parachute recovered flights. The Estes Alpha III Starter Set is the standard for beginning starter sets.Includes:
- Estes Alpha III Model Rocket kit
- Estes Electron Beam Launch Controller
- Estes Launch Pad
- Model rocket engines
- Parachute Wadding
- White Glue
- Scissors
- 4 AA Batteries for the Launch Controller
- MSRP: $34.99
The Estes Taser Launch Set has a 3-fin designed rocket that allows this sleek, high flier to soar up to 1,000 feet into the air! The Taser is another E2X skill level kit that is easy to assemble.No painting is required with the pre-colored parts. After it's built, simply apply the great looking decals, and your ready to blast off. The Estes Taser rocket then glides back down on a colorful and pre-installed 12 inch parachute.
Includes:
- Taser Rocket
- Launch Pad
- Electron Beam Launch Controller
- Rocketeer's Guide to Model Rocketry
NOTE than unlike the Alpha III, the Taser does NOT include Rocket Motors. Those must be purchased separately.
MSRP: $29.99
The best thing about either of these sets is that the Launch Pad and Launch Controller will work for any other rocket you ever build and launch. Invest in one starter kit now and you'll have years of launching to look forward to.
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