I know what you mean, I think that certain types of planes are better for different people than others. before spads, I strated a goldberg cub, I didnt finish it yet. I also scratch built a citabria, I love that plane, crashed it on maiden flight, it tip stalled and went straight in, 4 months of building down the drain. that I got into spads. I built the coro-cub. a cub made out of coroplast, it looks real good. after flying it a little bit, i really didnt like it, it just wasnt my style of plane to fly. It was actualy more dificult to fly, due to the almost stall flying. I kindive gave up on the slower planes and now Im am more into scale and speed. I didnt used to like the speed planes, now I do. as far as the citabria, yes it does say it is a aerobatic trainer, but what they are reffering to is the plane in real life. It just sounds like the decatholon isnt your cup of tea, and thats ok because it isnt mine either. even though I really like the looks of those type of planes.

for an entry level pattern ship, have you looked at the great planes tracer? it is an entry level pattern ship. the price is right, it looks like a pettern ship and your 55 would make this plane dance. the drawback is that its a kit. but you should learn kit building, it really helps on the repairs. another good plane is the kaos. and udder kaos. both were first generation pattern planes, they can be bought also for less than $100.00. Joe Bridi was the designer on the Kaos. I cant remember the outlet that is selling his planes but if you type in Joe Bridi, it will come up.

please dont give up. maybe hang the decath from the ceiling and go for the plane that will give you the most satisfaction. good luck buddy