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Top 8 Skill Level 1 (one) Model Rocket Kits

From Nick Greene, for About.com

Model rocketry is a great tool for learning about space exploration and physics. It is also a fun hobby. Blast your own model rockets into space with this fun and exciting hobby. Here, we feature some of the best skill level 1 (one) model rocket kits. Find the model rocket kit that is right for you.

1. Big Chief Flying Model Rocket Kit

Big Chief Flying Model Rocket KitSpace Toys
Retro styling and simple design makes the Big Chief a quick rocket to assemble. Extra large one piece plastic fin unit and injection molded plastic nose cone for quick assembly. All pre-colored parts means no need for painting and easy to apply pressure-sensitive decals make the rocket look sharp. Quick-release engine mount. Requires only scissors and glue to put this kit together.

2. The Evil One Flying Model Rocket Kit

The Evil One Flying Model Rocket KitSpace Toys
With it's wicked looking decal the Evil One is a mean looking rocket. Extra large one piece plastic fin unit and injection molded plastic nose cone for quick assembly. All pre-colored parts means no need for painting. Quick-release engine mount. Requires only scissors and glue to put this kit together.

3. Q E-Z Payloader Flying Rocket Kit

Q E-Z Payloader Quick KitQuest
This large, single stage, sport payload rocket makes assembly very easy. The special interlocking Q E-Z Fin Unit makes fin assembly quick and easy, while providing a high-tech appearance. Watch it fly to a maximum altitude 1200 feet.
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4. Sport Flying Model Rocket Kit

At 2 1/2 feet, this is a super long rocket. It features slow, realistic liftoffs. Easy to build and fly; makes a great beginner kit. Flights of over 750 feet are possible with a C6-5 motor.

5. Redliner Flying Model Rocket Kit

With its sleek and long design, this rocket is easy to build and fly. It makes a great beginner kit. Flights of over 1000 feet are possible with a C6-7 motor.

6. Serin Flying Model Rocket Kit

This surface-to-air missile looks realistic on the launch pad and in the air. It is easy to build and fly and makes a great beginner kit. Flights of over 1000 feet are possible with a C6-7 motor.

7. Raven Flying Model Rocket Kit

Here's another surface-to-air missile that looks realistic on the launch pad and in the air. It's also easy to build and fly and makes a great beginner kit. Flights of over 1000 feet are possible with a C6-7 motor.

8. Skybird Flying Model Rocket Kit

This Payloader boasts a transparent red tube that holds important insects or small biological experiments. This beginner kit is easy to build and allows you to launch a passenger. Flights of over 1000 feet are possible with a C6-7 motor.

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