ARS 2009 Contests

Contest 1 - Big Daddy Challenge

The rules are still being finalized but here are the cliff notes: The "Big Daddy Challenge" is to build an Estes Big Daddy kit (#2162) and modify it any way you want while still keeping the original length and shape using the original balsa fins, paper body tube and plastic nosecone and fly it to the highest altitude. The Big Daddy is 3" in diameter and can be built using a variety of motor choices. The altitudes need to be reported the day of the launch or confirmed by another club member if the rocket is later recovered and still has the altitude data available. Commercially available altitmeters are the only altitude measurement accepted, no home built ones due to the calibration required for accurate altitude data. I will list all participants that want to participate in this contest. If you want to participate I can provide the first kit to any participant for $20 or you can purchase one from a local Hobby Lobby. Hobby Lobby regularly offers a 40% off coupon which will bring this kit down to around $18.00. The kit retails for $29.99.

Contest 2 - Maximum Altitude Challenge

The "Maximum Altitude Challenge" is to fly any rocket to the highest altiude within the waiver. For the Rio Rancho launch site the waiver is for 15K feet. The prize for this will probably be a trophy or plaque and will be handed out at the January club meeting.