I have also had the Showtime,Funtana X100, EF Yak(68" wing), U- Can-Do .60-.90, and Velox. The Velox is the best all-around 3-D'er IMO, I'm just having troubles with the weight/or engine power for hovering, its a little over 9 lbs. At 8.25 to 8.5(if you are good /lucky)the Velox would be awesome. It is a little "fast" in some maneuvers like rolling harriers,High Alpha Knife Edge, if that doesnt bother you, get it. If you want a slower, more gentle 3-D'er(like a trainer sort of), try the X100 or even maybe the Do. BEWARE OF THE SHOWTIME, it can snap out suddenly with 3-d deflection, have seen 2 of them at my field, both are "snappers", cant get down on the deck with any confidence.