North Coast Rocketry Releases the Hobgoblin TM Flying Model Rocket Kit! NCR 0207
North Coast Rocketry is proud to release the 2017 version of the Hobgoblin, reminiscent of a popular “D” powered kit from years ago
The Hobgoblin is designed to be an easy to assemble kit that fly's to spectacular altitudes
The design is capable of flying to altitudes to 3,300 feet on an Aerotech G80 motor
The kit feature laser cut plywood fins, colorful detailed self adhesive decals, a laser cut slotted body tube, plywood centering rings, easy-to-finish plastic nose cones, and the heavy duty Gorilla shock cord system
The Hobgoblin also includes a new feature found in NCR kits, a Quick Link that makes untangling the shock cord after flight much easier!
The kit is 2.64" in diameter, 34" long, and weighs 13.5 ounces (without the parachute)
Includes 1/4" Launch Lugs that can be upgraded to Rail Buttons(available separately)
Suggested engines:
E16-4 703'(214m)
F15-4 1,139'(347m)
F26-6FJ 1,955'(596m)
F50-6T 1,838'(560m)
G40-7W 2,590'(789m)
G80-7T 3,300'(1,006m)
This kit does not include a 24-36” nylon parachute that you will have to supply from your stash
We advise updating the motor retention to a screw on motor retainer
Model Rocket Kits are rated by Skill Level
1 Beginner
2 Intermediate
3 Advanced
4 Expert
5 Master
If you are just starting in the hobby start at the beginner level and move up from there at your own pace.
What is needed to build and fly
All model rockets come in kit form that require assembly. The materials are primarily cardboard tubes, balsa or plastic fins and nose cone. Materials will vary by model and are typically specified in the description of each kit.
Additional supplies will be necessary to build and finish your model rocket kit and may include:
Scissors, Hobby Knife
Ruler
Wood Glue, Model Cement or CA(Super Glue)
Sandpaper
Masking Tape
Finishing Supplies like:
Wood Filler
Sealer/Primer
Paint
Launching Equipment and Supplies like:
Recovery wadding
Launch Pad
Launch Controller
Power supply
Model Rocket Motors and Igniters
A safe place to fly using guidelines from the National Association of Rocketry Safety Code that can be found at http://www.nar.org/NARmrsc.html