I had read/heard a great deal about how difficult tail draggers were in comparison to trikes, so I had a bit or reservation when I built my second taildragger some 20 years ago. (The first was a Butterfly with a take off run of about 3') The second was a Lazy Ace which represented a much more substantial expenditure of time and effort. Suffice it to say, I still have the Lazy Ace, and have never built another tricycle gear model. In my opinion,and just like certain body parts, we all have at least one, Tail draggers are muck more graceful to watch on takeoff and landing.

BTW: way back when, I started flying lessons in a Cessna 172, but my first solo was in a J-3 Cub. I found it easier to manage than the trike geared Cessna. Of course it was much lighter

Bottom line; fly what you like. If the model is otherwise within your ability don't be intimidated by the landing gear.

Good Luck!

jess