02-11-2020, 09:35 AM
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spirit of 72
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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Plano, TX
Posts: 289
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BEC
It's called Alpha VI. I see the added length as an improvement in this new edition. Getting enough wadding and a 'chute into an Alpha has always been a bit of a challenge, especially for new rocketeers. The added half-inch makes a noticeable difference.
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THIS ! ^^^^
The ol' Alpha was "of a time" and I'm as nostalgic as the next BAR but it's not my first choice when I'm asked for a recommendation from first timers for these very reasons. The lengthening of the Alpha VI is an improvement IMO.
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