ORIGINAL: cmoulder
Gongrats on the maiden, Robert!
Throws, expo, trim, CG and so forth are definitely subjective matters. I have found I like the higher rates and have actually started to take out some of the expo. However, this may be because I am using analog servos that don't move through their ranges quickly enough (even at 6 volts) so I may switch to digitals this winter. This is not an expensive airplane, but it certainly deserves good servos and a good engine.
Thanks for the good word. You are right about throws, etc. being subjective. Given the popularity of 3D and such today, I'm sure Great Planes had that demographic in mind. I come from "old school" late 70's/80's pattern, where high rate gave 3 rolls in 5 seconds. Fast or sloooow rolls, the Venus sure holds a straight line. I'd say that I definiely got more for my buck than I was expecting.