Model Forum / General / Rockets / February 2008

I have some very large plastic bins, firm, stackable, that I got from
Costco (they only carry them about once per year).  They're about 3 feet
long, 2 feet high, and 1 1/2 feet deep (roughly).  They're very sturdy
so stacking them is not a problem.

I then put smaller model rockets, laying down, in one of them, and
larger model rockets, also laying down, in another.  The rockets are
light enough that there is generally no damage if you 'layer' them
properly -- but that's why the big/small rockets are segregated from
each other (they don't "travel well" together).  A larger rocket can
support the weight of several larger rockets on it, but smaller rockets
obviously can't.

A full bin of rockets is VERY light, and easy to store in the rafters of
the garage without worrying about the weight of the bin...

Just my $.02 worth...

David Erbas-White

On the way to a launch, I will carefully pack the mod rocs in a box with
some padding. High power rockets I put in layers on top of my packed
equipment, using a series of cheap comforters (padded blankets) between
them. I try to insure that little pressure is placed on the fins.

On the way *back* from a launch, I put the broken rockets on the bottom, jam
everything else in, and hope for the best. For some reason every launch I go
to I end up coming home with more stuff than I arrived with. Something to do
with Vendor's Row.  Repacking for the trip home is sometimes a challenge.

Kevin

Thanks for the responses so far.

I have been eyeing the plastic storage containers that are sold to
store Christmas wrapping paper as possible storage containers and for
transport to the launch site.

The containers seem to come in 30" and 36" lengths.

I am also watching for long narrow cardboard boxes.

I think having most of the storage containers the same size and shape
will help in maximizing storage density...and I do have a "few"
rockets to deal with.

TMT

A very easy and cheap (read FREE) solution:

Go to any florist and ask for some leftover boxes.

florists get merchandise from distributors in lovely heavyweight
cardboard boxes that are the perfect size for transporting rockets.

Freddie Boi Wallace and Philty Phil Stein all carry their rockets up
their big a.ses. Freddie BOi can safely carry up to a 6" diam rocket
with ease, anbd Phil is stillworkign on the 5" diam. Theyt learend
allthey know form Darrell Darell and Darrell.Old Bobby ASSTRON Ka-Plow
just shoves a handfull up his a.s since he is into small tiny rockets
to go along with his smally tiny little mind.