Here is my old style Ultra Stick 40 with the non counter balance rudder. It has a Saito 56 and many flights. I have a new style one also and I put flaps on it. The Stick type planes are my favorite because of their versitility and simplicity.

The 40 size my be the right plane for you? The size is more manageable and they burn less fuel. This yellow one is not as visible on a cloudless day as my newer red/blue one.

The Ultra Stick is much lighter than the Big Stick series. They both fly well but the Ultra Stick is better. The Super Sticks from Great Planes fly well also.

Enjoy,

Jim