I'd read several articles that referenced data logging for model rocketry which I found really cool and interesting. I thought: Hey - I've got some accelerometers, PIC micros and other assorted uC detritus - I can do this!
I went to my electronics bench noted the dust on everything - I need to spend more time here!. I grabbed one of my PIC development boards and a 2D accelerometer (DE-ACCM2G).
You can read more here Getting back in the saddle with my PIC and related toys