It is so easy to build from plans and it only needs $15 worth of wood. You do not need contest wood for the strip ribs just good quality medium weight wood. Every rib is cut the same and shortened as you need it so they always fit perfect.I laminate the thick ribs next to the body instead of using 1/2" balsa.Same thing with the wing tips.Very easy and light.Stab is sheet and needs to be light unless you are using a heavy motor. Use cloth hinges.
Ed