The 4-stars aren't going anywhere anytime soon. Sig had some problems in the past few years that they have worked through. They are getting caught up on their production now and temporary out stock is just part that catching up. But those planes will be with us for a while to come.

I've always preached that bigger is better. I am a bit hesitant about recommending a 120 sized plane to somebody only on their second plane, but that doesn't mean I'm ruling it out completely. The issues you're going to have on a 120 is that a glow engine that size is going to use up a lot of fuel and can run quite a bit of money. You can go with a gas engine, but there is a bit of a learning curve there for going that way. If you have somebody in your club that is experienced with gas engines and is willing to help that may be the way to go.

Now with that said, there is no reason why you couldn't get by with a 4-Star 60 either. I live in Southwest Oklahoma and we have the same winds that you do down there in Texas. I've had many 4-Star 60's and they will handle the wind down here just fine. So you'll be good if you go this route too.

With those two in mind it's really going to come down to which one you want to mess with. The 120 is going to cost more, and be bit more of a hassle to haul around. The 60 is easier to haul around and easier on the pocketbook, but doesn't fly as nice as the bigger one.

My choice?? With all things being equal I would go with the 120 size, and a gas engine. Build it stock at first and fly it until you are completely comfortable with it. Then cut two bays off of each side of the wing and then you'll have a brand new plane to fall in love with all over again!!!!!

Ken</p>