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One could go for something in-between these
two ( Canard and Van's) and build way cheaper with a Composite Vision
(very similar looking to a Van's) and is Plans built.
Simple construction, and parts like fuselage spar
wing skins etc. can be purchased, which would of course cost more than doing it
yourself.
Vision plans sold to date, over
325.
George ( down under)
I
chose the canard for build cost, build noise, and forgiving flying
qualities.
The cost advantage was plans vs kit cost, and my entire bird
cost less than
the Vans basic kit. Your Velocity kit may not have
that advantage.
I was living in an apartment where I built in a spare
bedroom, so riviting was
not a welcome idea. The epoxy was not a problem,
and finishing was
not a big deal.
I was not a pilot yet, and past 50
yrs old, so I need a forgiving bird, and am
very happy with the
canard.
I hope that you will rethink the RG option. That
fixed gear is so wonderful.
George Graham
Mazda Rx7ez
N4449E
Sarasota Florida -SRQ
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