I'm not busting on anyone's opinion. Simply offering my own, differing opinion. The Mini Scout is so difficult for a new pilot to fly, that
@mayan and I started
this thread. Read through the trials and tribulations.
You don't seem to realize it, but your experiences are not the norm for new pilots. You've built at master-level from day one, and flown like a pro from day two. That's not the usual.
For most of us, crashing and burning with the Tiny Trainer is the way to go. Build it sloppy and it doesn't care. All you've got to do is get the parts together and it will fly! For me, even building the TT was a challenge at the beginning. Check out
this thread. I've still got a spot on my finger, where the control rod pushed all the way through. I was NOT a builder, NOR a flyer.
You are different. You seem to have it both from the get-go. Most of us just don't have that. For most of us, the Mini Scout is simple to build, but if it's not perfect, it just won't fly.
One of the greater ironies on the whole FliteTest Forum, is that I took a plane that is so difficult and simple at the same time, and created a plane that is simply simple. Simple to build and simple to fly. I just cannot recommend the MiniScout as a first plane. I'm not saying it can't be done, you've proven that. I just can't recommend it.
Nearly anyone, regardless of skill level, either building or flying, CAN eventually find success with the Tiny Trainer. Check out the link. Watch the vids. It may take some doing, but that plane will teach you to fly, even if you cannot build or fly. That's why I recommend it.
I appreciate your rant. Lord knows I'm prone to them, myself.
Sometimes we just gotta get something out there in the open, so that it doesn't bother us anymore. I hope I've helped your understanding a bit, as to why your opinion differs from the rest. If not, then rant on! We're all family, here. We are all here to learn and fellowship.