Hi Spool:
I can recommend the Pulse series from Hangar 9. They are well built and will be aerobatic but slow down nice for landing. The fuel tank has a hatch so its easy to get to/see. The 40 and the 60 are both easy to see. It flys like a trainer if you want to go slow but you will be pleased if you crank up the power and throws. I have the 60 and a friend in my club had the 40. The only two things I would check on this as any ARF...make sure the preinstalled hinges have enough ca to hold and put extra epoxy or support on the landing gear.Just about all arfs need those two items checked. Good luck with whatever you choose.
Jim