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3:51 pm Tue
Aug 11, 2015
Eric writes, "Battle Blimps are: Small, open-source, RC blimps + hydrogen + red poker tips = SENDING YOUR FRIENDS DOWN IN FLAMES."
We are almost to our funding goal, with only a day left. The funds will allow us to bring this project to Burning Man, but we are also managing a full set of DIY instructions here, so anyone can build their own. For now, hit that link to help us get off the ground (har), and get some awesome schwag or PCBs to get started on your own!"
Battle Blimps [Indiegogo]
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