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    Model Rocket Building: Apogee Fly-Away Rail Guides, Build, Part 1 (2018-08-20)
     It's been written that launch lugs contribute to 20% of the drag on a model rocket. Along with the pop-lugs, Fly-Away Rail Guides can leave the lugs on or near the launcher while the rocket ... [Read More]

    Model Rocket Building: Apogee Fly-Away Rail Guides, Build, Part 2 (2018-08-21)
    The hold down tics are small, but the plywood is thick. It took a little work to cut through them and free up the parts. Here's both sides from one set showing how they back each other up to fit ... [Read More]

    Model Rocket Building: Apogee Fly-Away Rail Guides, Build, Part 3, Finished (2018-08-22)
    Double check the fit around a body tube. I painted my competition models and the fit was a little tight. The rail guides didn't immediately fly off the tube when released. I wrapped some 220 grit ... [Read More]