Yes, indeed old designs hold a sweet spot in my heart. I find flying older designs very rewarding. My family finds my older designs as being financially responsible. Ever compare college costs to the price of the latest and greatest pattern model? When I was a kid during the seventies I was happy I could afford a Kaos with a G60 and the precious cargo of a Proline radio. Today, I get more of a kick flying almost any old design then today's yo yo sport airplanes. I'll take fast and smooth over herky jerky, prop hanging any day. Anymore, everyday at the flying field is like re-living my youth!

Pic: Silk and dope (SPA legal) Jim Whitley Daddy Rabbit.
$125 dollar Zimpro short kit, $180 previously owned NIB OS 91 four stroke and somewhere around $150 worth of other stuff. I don't really think I need anymore for fun on a Sunday afternoon.

It would be one thing if I actively competed, but for my situation, old designs are affordable and still make me smile ear to ear!