I just think that an Ultra Stick is a bit too fast and too complicated for a trainer. I can see an Ultra Stick being a good trainer IF it's set-up with no flaps, a slow prop, and VERY low rates. However, I'm definitely glad that I learned to fly on a trike, high-wing, flat-bottom winged plane.

I can see the Ultra Stick being a primary trainer for people with a trainer on a buddy box and patience, and that have had a lot of sim time. I just don't think that they can achieve their 4th flight solo like I got. That might just be because my rates were ridiculously high and I had my engine REALLY turning up, but whatever. I did recommend an Ultra Stick to my cousin as his first plane (either a Stick or a Pulse).