RE: Does size really matter?
Electrifly I was looking at was a trainer kit, but not an ARF; probably don't want that.
Why I'm not looking at nitro:
fuel looks expensive; I can get the Hobbico Superstar with 2 batteries and a charger for under $300, and can have 3 batteries for $330.
it looks like you need more stuff to bring to the field with nitro; i have limited space in my apartment
i'm not crazy about storing nitro fuel and plane with motor in my bedroom (it's where i have to keep it).
unfortunately i guess you have to sacrifice size and flight time with electric, but the electronics in the superstar can be put in my next plane which might be nitro.
Will I be bothered by the smaller size of the HObbico Superstar?