The DIY space race is here, and it is awesome

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Space travel today is largely ruled by government agencies and billionaire tech magnates. But for the average person, it's much easier to reach Earth's outer limits than you might think.

All you need is a big weather balloon, some helium, a camera, and a dose of good timing.

High-altitude "ballooning" allows hobbyists, photographers, and students alike to view our planet from as high as 100,000 feet. These balloons can capture the curvature of the Earth and fields of endless clouds from greater heights than drones, and with richer detail than a satellite.

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via Zero Tech Blog

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