RE: why did you go Large?
1. Easier to see (self explanatory)
2. Better wind penetration - not as jumpy on short final, can be flown easily on days that may have previously been considered ""marginal" when flying smaller planes (More flying days available per season).
3. Gas engines. I've just about totally lost interest in nitro/glow power. No electric starter, glow driver or associated equipment to cart around.