nose heavy is actually a bit safer than tail heavy...so i've heard. i've flown nose heavy many times and it's acceptable until you land. a bit more speed is required when you come in, thats what i've noticed. my plane was extremely nose heavy i should add. i took off 9 ounces (sounds like alot) and it flies much better. i also changed the prop from a 13 6 to a 13 5. it's a 61 engine. much better pull. remember, the C.G. that is recomended to you by the manufaturer is a starting point and after a few flights, you'll have a better idea of what you like.