Perhaps Aussie Bob those who opt for the A models actually prefer an aircraft with a much higher and safer crosswind performance?
Hmmmm ... very debatable, are you talking demonstrated or actual? The taildragger can easily handle 15 knots plus. Ya flimsy nose wheel may not handle much more.
Superior in what way ?
Stronger undercarriage
Better looking
Better on rough fields
Slightly better takeoff performance
Better ground turning radius
More leg room in cockpit due better placement of undercarriage crossmember
Slightly faster
More prop clearance
Less tendency for nose over incidents
But anyway .... my absolute commiserations on the unfortunate incidents in this thread and I mean no offence to any RV owner. I love them, just expressing an opinion.