I didn't know I raise such a stir on glue :) Well I've been reading quite a bit and have a link or two to pass along, although I'm sure most of you have been there already.
One link says to replace the standard Estes shock cord with elastic such as you'd buy at any craft shop i.e. like underpants stuff and 2X as long, as well as adding a swivel (fishing type I imagine).
Another says to powder your chutes before you stuff 'em before launch.
And what's this about rip stop nylon and mylar chutes?
This is sure to stir some folks up! :)
Oh yeah...almost forgot...here's a link: