e-dave

I know you think the gear plate is strong enough with just the triangle braces but I can
assure you after a couple of years of flying one it's not. It will be easier to reinforce it now
than later so do it before it comes loose then you won't have to repair the damage it will
do and then reinforce it anyway.

You can get a replacement canopy from Precision Aero Composites that will work well on
your Excelleron. I had a Hyde-Out canopy on mine which in my opinion looked better than the
original and was a little longer so I could install it a little further forward to get a little more
side area. Ultra RC sells Icepoint replacement canopies that fit well also.

tommy s