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 Rocketry Product: Semroc - Sabre Parasite Glider {Component} (KN-7) [2018-]

Model Rocket Building: Semroc Saber Parasite Glider Build, Part 1, Parts (2019-03-14)

The new Semroc Saber parasite glider kit was given away to the NARCON participants! It's always a treat to get a rocket kit in your welcome bag. This is a sharp looking glider with a jet plane ... [Read More]

Model Rocket Building: Semroc Saber Parasite Glider Build, Part 2, Assembly (2019-03-15)

You don't have to do this, but I like to sand off some of the laser burnt edges. TIP: You should (at least) sand off the blackened root edges of fins for a stronger gluing surface. The ... [Read More]

Model Rocket Building: Semroc Saber Parasite Glider Build, Part 3, Assembly (2019-03-16)

The instructions mention rounding the leading edges after the glider is glued together. It is easier to do this before the model is glued together. This balsa is thin - go light! The vertical ... [Read More]

Model Rocket Building: Semroc Saber Parasite Glider Build, Part 4, Coloring (2019-03-16)

While I like the white paint and trim shown on the face card, that would probably add too much weight to the finished glider. This glider is small! Felt tip markers will make it easier to see in ... [Read More]

Model Rocket Building: Semroc Saber Parasite Glider Build, Finished (2019-03-17)

Here's the finished parasite glider. I added some cockpit details using Contact paper blackboard material. Some test glides required some clay weight in the front. The bottom of the glider ... [Read More]