# Intro to Cobra Firing Systems

Part of [Western WinterBlast 2026](https://www.westernpyro.org/events/winterblast/2026).

- When: Friday, February 13, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM MST
- Category: Vendor
- Where: Tent 1, Sara Park, Lake Havasu City, AZ
- Presenters: [Zachary Gilbert](https://www.westernpyro.org/presenters/zach-gilbert)
- Beginner friendly

Participants will learn how to use the COBRA wireless fireworks firing system, a professional-grade platform trusted by over 35,000 customers worldwide . The session will cover the 18R2 and 18R3 controller and modular hardware (18M, 36M, 72M modules), including manual firing techniques, automated scripting basics, and how COBRA's self-healing mesh network ensures reliable communication.