Don't judge a Stik that is owned by a veteran pilot. Those Stiks are probably overpowered and have high throw rates. That Stik would not be a good trainer.

But a Stik with the recommended engine and low rates will make a very good trainer. It would rarely be bothered by wind in the air and on the ground that would normally prevent a flat bottom trainer from flying. With its large "Hershey Bar" wing it will fly at a snails pace. I learned 13 years ago on a GP Big Stik 60 with trcycle gear and I still fly a Stik.