I purchased a Laser 18 months ago. It is a delight to fly, as others have said, it is very easy to land even in a stiff crosswind. Aerobatics are a delight. I have flown a Pitts S2B and the Laser is much easier.
I have all the construction photos of mine so pm me and I'll email a selection to you (they are each 1+M so say if you need smaller low res versions).
I think it has to be one of the most capable aerobatic aircraft for its size. using a 200hp AEIO360 it uses 40litres per hour and cruises at 140kts. +6G & -3G in the UK. It can be competitive right up to Advanced.
The cockpit is compact. I am 6 ft and cannot use a cushion otherwise my head touches the canopy despite my canopy having a raised top. If you are more than 6 ft and/or 200lbs then go and sit in one first. If you're in East Anglia then let me know and you can take a look at mine.
The most difficult issue in construction is getting the wood needed for the main spar. This is 24 ft long and the builder of my aircraft said it was almost impossible to get the correct size of wood with the required characteristics. So start with the spar.
The other alternative is the One design.
I'll risk being shot down by Pitts owners and say that monoplanes are winning more and more.
This year the British aerobatic champions were all in monoplanes
Standard was won by a Laser
Intermediate was won by a One Design
Advanced was won by an Extra
Unlimited would probably have been won by a CAP232 but they were grounded and the competition postponed.
Hope this helps
Oh by the way Mark Jefferies Laser is for sale. Take a look at his website for details.