Noob: Can someone tell me what's wrong?

[Specialist290]

For the OP:

Normally I'd make some points about delta-v, thrust-to-weight ratio, overengineering, and inefficiency. In fact, if this rocket were any less than what it is, I would have done so.

However, this rocket design which you have blessed us with has clearly surpassed the bounds of Practicality and made an audacious leap to the summit of Awesomeness for Its Own Sake. I cannot criticize such a beautiful and truly Kerbal design.

Instead, I want you to launch that thing as-is, at full throttle, and show us the results (with screenshots). Even if it doesn't make it to the Mun, there is no way that that rocket can fail to do something impressive.

EDIT: While a cynical mind might read this post as sarcastic, I am totally sincere. It takes a lot to get me to wax poetic about something like this. I truly want to see that thing in flight, just for the sake of seeing it.

Edited May 21, 2013 by Specialist290

[Conarr]

For the OP:

Normally I'd make some points about delta-v, thrust-to-weight ratio, overengineering, and inefficiency. In fact, if this rocket were any less than what it is, I would have done so.

However, this rocket design which you have blessed us with has clearly surpassed the bounds of Practicality and made an audacious leap to the summit of Awesomeness for Its Own Sake. I cannot criticize such a beautiful and truly Kerbal design.

Instead, I want you to launch that thing as-is, at full throttle, and show us the results (with screenshots). Even if it doesn't make it to the Mun, there is no way that that rocket can fail to do something impressive.

No! No, aim it at the Mun and take pictures! See where I'm going with this?

[stupid_chris]

Full trottle, ASAS on, don't touch anything else. Jeb will be proud.

[Evenger14]

My lord.. And I thought I over-engineered stuff.. Like others posted, you can get to the Mun and back with simple 1.25m parts.. I also want to see that thing in action though

[TMS]

Lol... Wow!

[little square dot]

Don't be concerned with aesthetics, unless aesthetics are your concern.

(profound words, I know=)

[Elite-Blade 672]

For the OP:

Normally I'd make some points about delta-v, thrust-to-weight ratio, overengineering, and inefficiency. In fact, if this rocket were any less than what it is, I would have done so.

However, this rocket design which you have blessed us with has clearly surpassed the bounds of Practicality and made an audacious leap to the summit of Awesomeness for Its Own Sake. I cannot criticize such a beautiful and truly Kerbal design.

Instead, I want you to launch that thing as-is, at full throttle, and show us the results (with screenshots). Even if it doesn't make it to the Mun, there is no way that that rocket can fail to do something impressive.

EDIT: While a cynical mind might read this post as sarcastic, I am totally sincere. It takes a lot to get me to wax poetic about something like this. I truly want to see that thing in flight, just for the sake of seeing it.

Alright so I did make a couple of minor changes, (mainly adding more engines, taking away a lot of fuel lines, getting rid of boosters, adding more RCS fuel) but mostly, I think they are for the better, but here it is! My Gaia rocket in action, ASAS on and full throttle! Detaching only when out of fuel! Here we go! http://imgur.com/a/mitJ9 Also, I do realize that the rockets exploded when detached, but I plan on fixing it!

P.S. Here is the old flight! http://imgur.com/a/tq0jk

[T3E]

Hello everyone! I'm a new Kerbanaut and was wondering if anyone could help me. I've landed this ship on the moon, but I would gladly except anyone's advice on to make it better. Thanks

What do you want to improve?

Efficiency? Size?

In general you need much less to land on the Mun (if its just about the purpose to go there).

On the other hand if you aim for a big craft:

1) Dont accelerate to quick when you lift off, because you might waste fuel if you are too fast (drag).

2) 1 fuel duct is usually enough (as far as I know, I am also still learning)

3) the solid boosters are great for the early stage, but you might want to re-consider to carry them with you in the upper stages since they are quite heavy.

Thats all from me for the moment, hope it helps (little)

Cheers

Edit: About RSC, I think you can reduce the amount since you want to move your rocket only, not accelerate with them (usually)