[pothibo]

Parachutes are not a good idea because of how rockets are built. The parachute would apply too much stress on the structure of the rocket which would reduce its lifespan/potential for reuse.

While it's normal to try to think and find better alternative, let me remind you that going into space is not simple. I always have a strong feeling about people over-simplifying hard problems with clueless alternative.

I feel this shows a lack of understanding and respect to a field you clearly don't understand. Try to take this as a constructive criticism.

[stcredzero]

Parachutes are not a good idea because of how rockets are built. The parachute would apply too much stress to the structure of the rocket which would reduce its lifespan/potential for reuse.

Thank you. I was waiting for this response!

While it's normal to try to think and find better alternative, let me remind you that going into space is not simple. I always have a strong feeling about people over-simplifying hard problems with clueless alternative.

I know I'm a layman in this field. Nothing wrong with asking questions.

I feel this shows a lack of understanding and respect to a field you clearly don't understand.

I know I don't understand everything, but you should know better than to just engage in harsh silencing tactics against anyone who simply asks a question out of curiosity. If you see something in my post suggesting this is not the case, please post a quote. Then if you can't find anything that isn't subjective "tone" then please know that this was all in your imagination. Try to take this as a constructive criticism.

[mikeash]

You mostly didn't ask questions, though. Of the three possibilities you gave, the only one you expressed in the form of a question was the balloon one.

I get it, you were just idly speculating and wondering about possibilities. But surely you see why people are reacting badly to it given that you did not just ask questions.