I had no idea it would be this easy!

[perldiver]

So, I'm a big fan of the skyhook concept, especially space elevators. There are several problems with building one. The biggest is getting people to take it seriously and devote the effort (although some people are working on it).

Fortunately, XKCD has solved that one: http://xkcd.com/536/

I do believe we're on the way!  :>