This will not be the last time this subject will be posted. It might just be a space shot and not orbital. Perhaps the reason we don't see it as much now is the separate School and University Discussions. Many university student teams want to do space shots, and I bet most of them don't even know why. If they really thought about it, they would probably choose a different goal.
Calling the OP an idiot is a bit rough in my opinion. And, if you thought this was a stupid or useless subject you don't really have to watch or participate. Pointing out mistakes or deficiencies is one thing, even if it's blunt, but I don't think we should insult anyone.
I think it's actually good to have these conversations. And, again, you can watch and participate or not. I think many people have aspirations for high-altitude flights. But, after you have been in the hobby and gain some experience you understand the difficulty and expense. I would be happy reaching 50K'!
For the orbital subject, it also helps to have some knowledge about the history of international spaceflight and first attempts to orbit a satellite. I think Sputnik and Explorer would have come much later if the ICBM/Nuclear Arms race didn't happen first.
Hum, that might be the next space shot post, "I would like to make an ICBM, which epoxy should I use?"
His proposal was certainly off this planet!
