Falconflyer2000

I posted a few pages back with a question about Remotetech, and NK gave me a very thorough answer(thanks, Nathan!). I`ve been experimenting to help myself understand it better, but I`ve mostly got it down. However, I do have another question: Almost all of the ground stations have a 7.5E+7 (75Mm) range. Is there any particular reason why Goldstone, US has a 5E+11 (50Gm!) range?

Just a small question: I`m playing with Realism overhaul(and Realistic Progression Zero) on KSP 0.90. Remotetech is behaving a bit strangely. I am using the config for multiple mission controls at each launch site. The antennas(antennae?) I have max at about 4 Megameters(Mm). When connecting one vessel to another, this holds true, and they only connect within that distance. However, I have been able to connect directly with the mission controls at distances exceeding 84 Mm. Is this intended?

I`m enjoying this a lot. Planning a youtube series on my channel. Also, Tylo. Along with a bunch of other mods, I`m using FAR, TAC life support and Deadly Reentry to try and get three gold stars. Do I get a bonus if I land a 3-man pod?

Challenge: climb the tallest mountain in the mountain range West of KSC without using a rocket or a plane. Mods are allowed, within reason. No airships, super-capacity fueltanks or zero-consumption engines.