RE: Arf prices?
Now if you buy lets say a Carden 40% kit or a 126" kit you will lay out $1500-$2000 up front and you will still need to build and buy allot of stuff before you finish it. I think the truth is ARFs are inexpensive for the instant gratification you get. There is an old saying, if you want to build, then build, if you want to fly, then buy... You spend your money and take your pick...
Bob