Here's a tip from a SpaceX employee: We will likely be right there with you watching the launch. If you see us, feel free to ask us questions! We might not be able to answer everything because rules, but we love to talk about our jobs in general space in general and all of the fun things that go with it. Your excitement helps fuel us and we appreciate all the enthusiasm. 🚀🚀🚀

@citizenblue

Жыл бұрын

And you inspire us so much! Not just Elon, not just the mission. Each and every one of you working to make this happen deserves a ton of credit! I'm a handyman now, but I dream to work alongside you guys!

@cschipper

Жыл бұрын

@@citizenblue Thank you!

@stokesseegers5012

Жыл бұрын

Are you guys hiring? I've been watching all these videos since the very beginning and I can't think of anything that'll be more satisfying then knowing that what you're building is going to make our species interplanetary. Seriously, I don't have kids, I don't have a college degree but I do have 14 years working in the field of land surveying and civil engineering, the past 6 years I've been in business for myself building piers and docks, I've built boats, my welding is not great but I hardly ever weld anyting, I've cast sailboat hardware out of aluminum because I literally couldn't buy the bottom gudgeon that connected the gooseneck of the boom to the mast, I'm not the smartest guy, but I'm not a dummy either. And I know what a long work day is from commercial fishing, maybe I am a dummy I keep going back to commercial fishing LOL

@gavinrush4995

Жыл бұрын

Rooting for you guys! It’s so fun to watch, and congratulations on all the progress. You guys are crushing it.

@Barskor1

Жыл бұрын

Noice!

Tim decided to take a break from being the everyday astronaut to be the everyday travel guide and we love him for it!

@timstoffel4799

Жыл бұрын

The Rick Steves of the Space industry!

What a great idea. Just as SpaceX is getting ready to launch.

@kholmar

Жыл бұрын

@@tmuny1380 based on past history of nearly every nation and or rocket company, I am fairly certain that an explosion on this vehicle's first launch attempt will not be any kind of deal breaker or even a major setback...

@InCent75

Жыл бұрын

Sure, but the question is when ? 😅

@sfguzmani

Жыл бұрын

@@InCent75 This April.

@cipher01

Жыл бұрын

​@@tmuny1380 how about you do it.

@iancody3362

Жыл бұрын

@@kholmar im not sure if you will see this but there are rumors that it is happening around 7:00 AM tomorrow central standard time. I would reccomend Nasa spaceflight youtube channel to watch the launch

Lol. Impeccable timing. We road tripped in our Model Y ~1300 miles from Southern Indiana to South Padre Island just to see Starbase...just getting back on 04-02. It was WONDERFUL!! I'm looking forward to watching this video to see if we missed anything.

@johnyoung1636

Жыл бұрын

Good for you!!! I just did the same thing in late March - road tripped in my Model Y from south east Florida and camped on the beach at Starbase for a week. I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. It was a terrific experience.

@IsaacSmithProductions

Жыл бұрын

I am from Indiana too! Looking to fly out to Huston and drive from there for the 3rd or 4th Orbital Flight.

@chadmanis1740

Жыл бұрын

i am also from indiana but dont have a tesla but i wish i did and have not yet made the trip down to starbase. i cant wait to go. i am so excited to finally get to see it in person. i love anything to do with space and so does my son so we will make it down there this year.

@IsaacSmithProductions

Жыл бұрын

@@chadmanis1740 Me and my Dad are going to go too! Hopefully this year!

Way to go Tim. This is exactly why you are one of the top creators for everything space. You not only express your personal passion but wish to share and make accessible that experience in all ways to your viewers. Keep up the great work. Also a shout out to your team of many who help keep us glued to your channel.

What a great video, as someone who occasionally checks the news about Starship development, I was always curious to find out more about the Starbase, the facility, the infrastructure and the structures, it's like my wish came true, great video.

The model Falcon 9 is INCREDIBLE! I love showing it off, but it's hard to give people the real scale of it. Only request would be if you could include an accurate scale human with it! Even printed on a card would be awesome, but a physical model would be even cooler!

@johndododoe1411

Жыл бұрын

Maybe a plastic astronaut in a SpaceX IVA suit that can be stuffed into the model Crew Dragon.

@AntsMovies

Жыл бұрын

Always wanting more

@WilliamGreenephoto

Жыл бұрын

@@AntsMovies just feedback and involvement my dude.

@Flyingdinosaur69

Жыл бұрын

Do you have a 3D printer?

@Flyingdinosaur69

Жыл бұрын

@@AntsMovies It was literally a good suggestion lol

I flew all the way from Germany to Texas because of your video. After seeing the solar eclipse in Waco on 8 April 2024, I'm now going to Starbase for a weekend. Keep up the good work, you have a great channel.

Another option for camping is the South Padre Island KOA. They offer tent sites, RV sites, and a few cabins as well. They have 8 waterfront cabins for rent that are directly adjacent to the Seawall. You have an excellent view of the launch site from the front porches of these 8 cabins. For other guests, they have a large parking lot that used to serve the Pier 19 Restaurant, which sadly burned down in 2022. This parking lot is private (KOA) property, although they do lease spots to SpaceX employees. Little known fact, but there is a hovercraft that will run between the KOA and Starbase to ferry SpaceX employees commuting from SPI.

I've been going to Starbase since 2019 as well. I even stayed in one of the houses in Boca Chica Village! The transformation has been breathtaking.

That tour guide was incredible Tim. I will probably never see a SpaceX launch, but I was captivated by your flowing commentary on all things you mentioned. Well done Sir.

Hi everyone! I am from Croatia (EU). Visiting Starbase is a achievable but demanding logistical and financial challenge for me, but that is why it is my dream and one of my life goals to watch the Starship launch live from Florida. I hope in a couple of years when the flights will be regular and scheduled. Thank You Tim, Elon and SpaceX workers for making life exciting. All the best to everyone! Love and Peace! 😇

@subwarpspeed

Жыл бұрын

I'm also in Europe. Going there last minute isn't feasible. I've never been to the US. There is a FOMO on the early excitement, but more FOMO for the actual launch. I'm staying put because would be such a bummer if there wasn't a launch.

@erictam7014

Жыл бұрын

My dream is getting back to Croatia some day, Loved Dubrovnik

@octoniumvideos

Жыл бұрын

Starship wont be launching from Florida but from texas

@JO-ih7uc

Жыл бұрын

texas

Nicely done Tim! I live in Brownsville and you managed to show me places that I haven't seen, bravo sir!

Tim you did an absolute awesome job in this video. You are quite an amazing man in so many ways! Besides being multi-talented, you're so "down to earth" normal and can totally relate to the average person. It's hard for me to comprehend how you acquired so much knowledge in only 4 years regarding the various aspects and facets of the whole STARBASE phenomenon. Your knowledge of all the rules, pitfalls, dangers, vantage points, sweet spots, travel, lodging, food, etc. is incredible! Please don't ever change! You've got so many fans because you are who you are.....our Everyday Astronaut! Thanks!

Went to Starbase mid March, all the way from Switzerland! Totally worth it!! 😍😍

@SimonPodolak

Жыл бұрын

Ärnsthaft am überlege übere z go, het vo 15-22 zit. Hoffe de Start wird verschobe. Gits Tips, Hotel, Ässe oder muessis Fondue mitneh?

@33:37 The surfing dog is Archer, and belongs to the owners of South Padre Surf Company. We rented a couple boards from them about two weeks ago ($30/day) and it was great.

Tim, thank you for doing this video. As a parent with kids this is the exact type of video I look for while planning fun vacations with a STEM foundation! It would be amazing if you did one for the Cape as well!

@scottbaker9066

Жыл бұрын

Stay at Coco Beach and watch a Falcon9 launch (and landing!) from the causeway north of Cape Canaveral and some sea turtles nesting in May!

@starsocietyrgv

Жыл бұрын

Hope to see you at an event soon! 🚀✨

Thanks Tim, As a Australian that want to come over to see a rocket launch (any really) I find this video well timed and give a great starting point for basic planning. Thanks again for your dedication.

My oldest son and I did a last minute trip to StarBase almost a month ago. This video would have made things a lot easier, but it was fun anyway. Highway 4 is very heavily traveled by beach goers at all times of the day. We slept in a van just short of the beach and 4 wheeled trucks were passing us all night long.

Tim you truly are the best thing to happen to aerospace coverage. Thank you for breathing new life into this industry.

Tim, thank you for the detailed information! Your video will (hopefully) help keep Starbase open to the public in the future. My girlfriend and I are planning a Starbase/South Padre trip in August for a week. The knowledge we gained from this video was incredibly valuable!

Tim, I too worked at John Deere in Waterloo, 94'-96', nothing like -27 in the Winter. I worked at the (PEC) Product Engineering Center, and assisted in prototype runs of the the 8000 series tractor redesigns during that time period, over at the Production facility. At that time we built 10 units, of different models and options for testing. Loved working there except during fertilizer seazon.

Tim, thank you for creating this crazy high quality of documentaries; make no mistake they are not just KZread videos; they are Pro documentary level. Have you ever stopped to think ... there are 108.000 cities in the USA; in population, your subscriber number would reach sixth place from the top! Congratulations on all you impossible goals you reached and thank you for all the great content and superb quality of your, and your teams, work. PS: ever thought about contacting Netflix? I'm sure millions would love your content on that platform as well; distributed in all languages.

Wow, this was really great, Tim. Brilliant and informative. Thanks for letting folks know the rules at Starbase. That's important. You're helping to organize our enthusiasm while preventing unknowing mistakes. Humans are a mixed bag but the mission at Starb1X is extremely exciting for our world now. Hopeful, no-nonsense, bright future.

I spent three days at Starbase exploring and watching and still found this very helpful. Thanks!!!

Back in early 2021 I was doing a bit of a cross-country roadtrip from California to Florida and along the way I decided to stop at Starbase; as much as I loved it I can't wait to go back again as it has changed an insane amount since then. The launch tower wasn't even built! Great video!

@realtonysolo

Жыл бұрын

The trip down i-10 in Arizona and New Mexico is 😴

This was very helpful. I have not been on a vacation outside of Wisconsin for 30 years. My girlfriend and I planned months ago for a vacation in South Padre the third week in April. The reason for the location is I want to see a Starship in person. This would be the best vacation ever if I was able to see the first orbital launch.😮😀😃😍🚀

Tim you're making me realize all the mistakes I made when I was at Starbase! Didn't even think about snakes when I was walking the sand dunes in sandals...

@alttabby3633

Жыл бұрын

Everything in South Texas wants to poke you, sting you, or bite you. Stay safe out there.

@jamesengland7461

Жыл бұрын

But did you die? 😂

I have NO plan on going to Starbase anytime soon, but I'm watching for the excitement anyway😂

This is a freaking awesome video! I literally live just 3 hours away but have never gone bc I didnt know what roads I could drive on.

@jamesengland7461

Жыл бұрын

You're all out of excuses now 😂

I'm a space nerd from South Africa and 72 yrs old. My wife & I will rent a Tesla from New York in September and do a long road trip, including KSC and Star Base. One of my dreams is to see a live rocket launch. This video is invaluable for our visit. Thanks.

@susanhaney3437

8 ай бұрын

That is a VERY long trip! Have fun!

@stevejones1318

4 ай бұрын

Did you make it to Starbase? Long way in a Tesla.

I am in the middle of the video and I realised this is not only helpful for fans/watchers but also for SpaceX. Its great informative of rules that would probably be crossed by mistakely. Specially things like this = 11:06

Idk about generic drones, but for DJI they just use aeroscope. Its a product from DJI to detect and trace both a drone and its pilot in like 50km radius

@subwarpspeed

Жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same. But how big is the no-fly zone in the app? I don't know if there are hacks but at least vanilla they can block you from even start or fly into it so should take care of many attempts if the no-fly zone aligns with NOTAM. I think aeroscope also is aimed at detecting DJI's competitors since the buyers of it don't care what brand you fly.

Brilliant guide and it got me excited for the upcoming launch, even though my only chance of seeing a Starship is if the sunlight glints off one as it passes over the UK.

Great video! I wish I saw it two months ago when I visited Starbase, I flew from IAH to BRO and then drove back to Houston. I also met Gene and his dogs & horses!

So INSPIRING. Camping at night there I BELIEVE would give you experience like NOTHING else

Tim, I've always thought that you should make a video about the closest a person has ever been to a launching rocket, whether it was on purpose or accidental. I bet there are some interesting stories there. Love your videos, keep up the good work!

We went down there in May 2019, I was sure I would see a starhopper launch, I was wrong. It was a real thrill as you got near the launch site and saw that alien-looking starhopper on the horizon.

So glad to have visited Starbase last year at the end of February, to mid March seeing Highbay under final construction, Starship up close unstacked as well as stacked prior to any high security or fences. Also saw the very cool 'Lunch on a skyscraper' sculpture when it arrived there at Starbase. Amazing, and very much worth the trip.

I am planning to go down there to see the launch, I hope to see you there Tim. I don't know if you remember me, but last year you were in the car with your associate (all the way down hwy 4 next to the Heavy Booster) & gave me a little filmed interview. I told you "That meeting you was the highlight of my trip." You pointed to the heavy booster and said "THAT is the highlight of your trip" Now that you are part of Dear Moon, the little interview you gave me is now one of my treasured memories. Thank you Tim.

Thanks for this video Tim! It’ll probably be a good few years before i finally have the funds and time to travel halfway across the world to visit Starbase, but this was a nice look into what Starbase and its surrounding areas are actually like. I can’t wait to set foot there myself someday, but until then: i wish everyone who’s going to see the OTF a fun and exciting trip!

I can personally say the Hilton was a decent place. It was mid remodel when I was there but people were really nice, room was clean and affordable. My thoughts on visiting is remember you are a visitor. Have respect for the locals and you will have a good time.

This is just a fantastically produced video. The clear maps and labeling and to the overall organization of the video. Great job. You've set a very high bar for others to follow.

Wow. This is one of the most important videos that you've ever made! This is why you are so awesome. You think about your fellow space fans and you are willing to share the entire experience, advice, and vital tips to us. A wonderful thoughtful video.

Great idea for a video! This is especially relevant now with the Starship OFT coming up very soon

Thanks so much for the video, Tim! Being an international (New Zealand) Starship fan planning on making the trip for a launch, this video is SUPER helpful!! 🖤🚀

Yes, the folks at Rocket Ranch are great if you are into camping or renting one of their small trailers. So cool to be surrounded by space nerds! When we were there they had just finished their viewing outpost, which will be amazing! We also ate at El Ultimo Taco - a good choice!

I’m in the U.K. and very unlikely to visit Starbase, but I follow the space news and wondered what the setup was, so I found this video really interesting and informative. Thank you Tim.

One of the best informational videos of the area ever made, thank you Tim!!!

Great video - Since I saw the first space shuttle launch in 81 as a eleven year old I want to see a launch live. Missed the shuttle starts, was once there during a business trip but unfortunately it was delayed. I am so keen now to see a star ship launch and your video is really great to prepare the trip. Thanks a lot ang greetings from Germany

Thank you for being all inclusive with your content for all of those outside of the US. From a guy who almost suffocated in his pressure suite to where you are now. Amazing Your perseverance paid of and I'm happy to have followed your content all these years. Hope to be around when you get to go up there.

Perfect; I live in Australia and was wondering if getting anywhere near Starbase was a possibility before i even start looking into planning to make a launch! What a great video that covers everything!! Thanks

Ah, the Complere Guide!

Thanks for that Tim. Visited from Australia back in late January. Flew into Austin, and drove a rental down. Unfortunately, Texas was suffering from a significant cold snap with freezing drizzle and low visibility, but when we got to Brownsville the clouds disappeared and we were treated to the most beautiful late afternoon and sunset. The drive out to Starbase was fine, but the roads were in terrible condition, with long stretches reduced to single lane ops. When we got there, there was no signage restricting access to Remedios Ave, so drove down and parked opposite the rocket garden. Everything else you said was spot on. We stayed and parked on the opposite side of the road from all the works, and in January at that hour of the afternoon there was almost no traffic (there was one oldtimer's car stuck on the beach, as the tide was coming in. Sherrif's deputy and towtruck in attendance). View from the sand dunes was so serene, but I did pay attention to the turtle nesting area signage and didn't venture too far in. Such an amazing place, and we are so lucky to able to have such close access.

Another awesome video, was busy hustling for this information but now realize how difficult it is. You made it easy n very useful

1:02 - Yeah....because Tim's launch coverages are always epic and flawless. 😎😉

@EverydayAstronaut

Жыл бұрын

😅 we finally have had opportunities to nail this down and have a reliable solution for launch day 🤞

@richlo8887

Жыл бұрын

@@EverydayAstronaut In Tim we trust! 🤞

@Jimmy_Jones

Жыл бұрын

It will go fine until the stream crashes on liftoff.

@EverydayAstronaut

Жыл бұрын

That problem has been fixed. Still can’t believe that happened 🤦‍♂️

@subwarpspeed

Жыл бұрын

​@@EverydayAstronaut I kick back and relax. When the FH demo launch cut out I laughed instead of screaming. 😊

I was looking for this information!!! Thanks soooo much!

Going down to star base around the 17th. This will be our 5th trip, it has been great and exciting to see Star Base grow. South Padre Island is a great place to visit and enjoy the outdoors. We always visit the wild life refuges in the area and like I said before we have been down to the area four times and still haven’t seen all of the refuges. We are looking forward to this trip.

I flew to Valley International Airport, connection thru Houston, stayed on Sout Padre Island (Wife) and just drove down TX-4 to the rocket garden (i touched them scraps!) then went to the launch site at the beach, rental cars are totally allowed on the beach, it's like snow so keep up your momentum and you will be fine. Border patrol just waved us through. Bring lunch. Totally amazing!!!

How timely! Prepping to make my way down there for the launch! This helped a ton! Thanks

This video doesn't really affect me as I'm unlikely to ever be able to afford a trip to the US......but I watched the whole thing anyway! That's how good your vids are.

@farmerpete6274

Жыл бұрын

I also watched this video from the UK, and noted where I might stay,and eat etc. No idea why as I will never be able to make the trip. Oh well, I can but dream!

@therichieboy

Жыл бұрын

@@farmerpete6274 absolutely get it. I'm planning a night out at the Hopper Haus as we speak!

What a brilliant video once again Everydayastronaut. Thanks for putting the time and all the effort in producing this. I will be coming back here when i book my trip over to watch a launch!

I've only been down there once. Spent about a week in early 2021 hoping to see SN9. I didn't end up seeing the launch, but I fell in love with the area. I got to meet you and a bunch of other space fans at a beach cleanup and never felt more at home than I did then.

Awesome Video Tim, I think this video will certainly make the rounds as Starbase gears up to start doing regular launches with Starship in the near future. I hope to make it there one day to see one. I am just across the Gulf here in Central FL...but wouldn't be awesome if there was a Cruise Ship opportunity to cruise out of Tampa across the Gulf with the ship anchoring fairly close to the Launch Site out in the water to watch the launch and then you cruise back afterwards. Can call it the "Star Cruise" haha

This is really helpful, I'm hoping to go next year ❤

Tim, watching you and your channel grow has been a lot of fun. Thanks for everything you do!!

Thanks for the video. Was trying to coordinate a trip to see a launch but seeing your video provides enough information to make it a worthwhile trip anytime. No doubt saved me lots of mis steps and headaches.

Excellent video. Super helpful. Shame there ain't more Superchargers around especially around the base.

Can't wait till the orbital launch!🔥

You are the man again. Really awesome to just hang out here on your channel as always.

Really appreciate the info and advise, Tim! The wife and I are heading to SPI on the 15th and staying the week. We already had reservations before the potential launch dates came out, but we're feeling extra excited now. Hoping to see you guys there... After supporting the channel for three years now, it would be great to shake hands.

Thank you so much for all this great info! It's a bucket-list item to watch a launch, and this helps planning the trip so much.

@AngelaOCISLY

Жыл бұрын

count me！

I definitely want to given the news they’re trying to launch on April 10th.

@cathyjones4702

Жыл бұрын

hol up where does one get news like this

@gamerfortynine

Жыл бұрын

April 20th. = 420

@redwalsh87

Жыл бұрын

You mean April 20th?

@plasmic4727

Жыл бұрын

​@@cathyjones4702 twitter, it's not official but it seems they're moving toward that date

@mattg1606

Жыл бұрын

kinda seems suspicious Tim's doing this video now, given how connected he is to spacex ppl. could this be another confirmation that launch is imminent? I mean there's gonna be tons of ppl on launch day, so this sort of PSA seems to be quite beneficial for spacex

What an awesome thing you have done Tim!! Much needed and MUCH appreciated sir!!! I unfortunately will not be one of the first time visitors to see the launches but saving this will help a lot in the future visit!!!!! You ROCK and thank you so very much!!!

As always, great coverage. My hat is off to you for all of your efforts.

What an excellent video Tim, great content very informative and well put together thank you very much good sir keep up the great work

Fish and wildlife has tried to chase people off the dunes in the past but seem to less present lately. Also, if you see Tim Dodd during a launch, stay back at least ten feet. He gets pretty excited and it's safest to stay well out of reach during the action.

this video is exactly what i was looking for as i was thinking of visiting hopefully for the big launch. thanks!

Passing on the benefits of your experience is quite valuable. Much appreciated!

Another question - what are the typical restrictions on boats at launch time? Boats seem like an interesting platform to watch the launch, but obviously nobody wants to be in the wrong spot and cause a launch delay.

@TheEvilmooseofdoom

Жыл бұрын

Yes, there are marine and air restrictions.

Great information! Since I will not be there for a while yet: What time of year is it generally nicer to be outside there? I hear hints about annoying insects and heat, but this may not be a constant threat. This area also gets hurricanes, or at least severe storms, right? This is useful information if you are planning far in advance and not aiming for a specific launch.

@clayel1

Жыл бұрын

winter most likely

@Jana-jg5ob

Жыл бұрын

September/ October is my favorite time to visit!

Camping is legal on Boca Chica Beach as well as on South Padre Island, anywhere north of Public Beach No 5. Details on the county park websites. I’ve camped at both places several times. There are bathrooms and showers at Public Beach No 5 but that’s the only place with amenities. Be sure to check the tide tables since the beach gets narrower at high tide and the sand is much harder to navigate. And you really should have AWD to drive on the beach.

Excellent informative video as always. Thanks for your work!

yoooooooo ah man i need to travel a continent first

I would love to see a smillar video about KSC,cause im from Poland,17year old and I'm planning to vist KSC for the Artemis II Launch.I know that propably wont happen, But let me dream

@EverydayAstronaut

Жыл бұрын

An oldy, but here ya go! - kzread.info/dash/bejne/gXaAx8lpc9mulc4.html

@grzegorzpiesik1781

Жыл бұрын

@@EverydayAstronaut OMG thank you

Tim thanks! This is a great video. I live in Cameron County and have been to Starbase and the launch site a lot, but I've not seen a guide like this about the different viewing sites. Excellent!

Very cool beginning! The idea that us watchers would like to visit Starbase and getting a tour and some tips, I find it very cool! Thank you for sharing

Ah yes a “complere” guide

I got a kick out of the 'environmental' push back on SpaceX. I've been there. The launch area has been used as a 4x4 romper room for decades. Turtle crushing, radiatior leakage, auto parts strewn over a tire tread wasteland. All good. Oh, Rocket company? Yes, we now care about our environment. I also fished the bay on a pontoon (you can rent them). It's a tourist island, there's lots more garbage than fish on your line. I don't mean to paint it as filthy, but the environmental stuff is way overplayed.

@annagarcia1527

Жыл бұрын

Right? I see people who go out driving their trucks thru the mudd or all the ATVs ripping up the land and leaving tires out there. Our locals were already trashing it

@gcburns4

Жыл бұрын

@@annagarcia1527 My amazing moment was SN11 2 yrs ago meeting locals standing on the beach. I mentioned the SpaceX rocket and they responded as if they had no clue what I was talking about while standing in it's shadow. I momentarily understood I was nuts and it was a construction site for grain silo's. Anyway, they were cool. But perspectives were a little off. :P

@rayw5289

3 ай бұрын

Sounds like they need to kick the vehicles off of the beach. You make a compelling argument.

Wow - What a THOROUGH guide, Tim! Thanks so much for all the great work you put into this.

This was a really awesome and helpful video! Can't wait to use all of these tips someday!

Can’t describe how grateful I am for this video!!! thanks so much! this is going to be essential for planning my trip to the next launch! gutted I won’t make the first one tomorrow!! thanks again!! epic video!!! ❤

Thank you Tim as always this video is very informative appreciate all the hard work that goes into these awesome videos

I am looking forward to my first visit to Starbase as a birthday gift from my wife the first week of may with a stay at rocket ranch and the a few days at an end room air B and B at Sapphire overlooking the launch site. I have watched this vid a couple of times and took lots of notes, thank you E. A. and I hope my luck will be good for a launch during that first week of may.

I will likely never be in a good enough state of health to go, but being able to see and hear you talk about Starbase and it's surroundings really helps me feel more there, so thank you so very much for the vid! I've always wondered what it's like and google maps only shows so much unfortunately 😅 Do you know if you guys will keep the model rocket around for a while? Won't be able to buy one this year unfortunately, budgets be tight and all that. Seriously a massive thanks to you and everyone else whom works so hard at giving those of us who can't be there such a close up experience. You've brought me along for so much, I'm so incredibly excited to see what's to come! ^^

This is absolutely crazy timing! I was just looking into hotels in that area this morning in the hopes of traveling there for the first orbital test flight.

Again ... a great, entertaining, useful , well produced video. Top quality, again. Thank you Mr. Dodd !

Another great video, as always. Cheers to S24!

It's about time someone made this video! For places to eat, Whataburger deserves a shoutout if you have never had it.

Absolutely outstanding video, this should allow anyone wanting to watch Starship launches or otherwise visit Starbase to have an excellent time. Talk about bringing space down for everyday people!