RobT

I don't know what post you are reading...but Jon said he would prefer a kit OR ARF. Also, just because it is a kit doesn't automatically mean that it is better, and the weight isn't really comparable unless you are talking about the same plane (to some extent).

I've seen and heard about several poorly designed kits out there...likewise I've seen and heard about several excellent ARFS. Are all the proportions, areas, and control surfaces the same on both models?

I'm not saying that the Midwest CAP isn't good...I'm just saying that your statement that it is automatically better because it is a kit is flawed. Unless they are IDENTICAL? In which case the lighter of the two would be better. But I'm guessing that they aren't identical.

P.S. - I know the Midwest Extra is a real good flying kit, too...but without serious modifications there are many ARF Extras better.

More P.S. - At least we both agree on the DA50!