Ed, I forgot to reply to your question about retracts vs. fixed gear. I like retracts for several reasons. If you fly off of grass, the retracts will probably outlast wheel pants, and I like the look of retracted gear better than fixed. Lastly, if you have to land in the weeds due to flame out, etc. you can kiss your fixed gear good bye. I like to retract the gear and belly land when this happens.

FYI, Bill