Well, after giving it much consideration on this rainy weekend, I've decided that I'll stick with 72" glow models for now. The small step up to 80" gas models represents a doubling of cost. It just isn't worth that much cash to me at my personal stage in the hobby. After all, I do have a mortgage.

Now, if the "micro gas" engines (25-30cc) continue to develop, that is another story.

Thanks guys.