Hi
I know the Capiche inside out - Im part of the Island Hobbies team... I have not actually FLOWN the Freestyle, but I have flown the Maj 1400 on which it is based, and I have seen the model being flown by Simon Clayton - a VERY good pilot.
I think it is heavier than it could or should be, certainly heavier than advertized. I think the wing section is fine for what it was originally designed - reasonably quick aero, not good for slow stuff. Basically its a Maj 1400, bit lighter, with bigger surfaces.
The C50 is much more like a mini toc model... and I think there would be very little difference in time between getting a C50 kit to flight ready and the freestyle flight ready believe it or not... check out the website for more info
www.flycapiche.co.uk
Paul Skinner used to fly a freestyle until he got a Capiche 50 - he doesnt fly the freestyle anymore !