One week after soloing, I was flying a 4* 60 with no problem. One week later a Phaeton bipe. It was more difficult at first but not too much and within a few days it was easy. I would go for the Hog bipe in your place. I haven't flown it but it is longer than my phaeton and should handle better on the ground. I have never heard anyone utter a disparaging word about it.