Originally Posted by
43Inches
Flown both wing types on PA28, PA28R and PA32Rs. Tapered flies better, roll is more stable possibly a little less responsive, seems to get a couple of knots more and glide further. Stall is very benign on tapered wings, can get more of a wing drop with slab wings. Could also be the age of the Slab vs tapered models though as the differences are small.
In my experience with the slab wings(Cherokee 140 and Arrow), it seemed impossible to hold the nosewheel off after touchdown like you might do on a soft field landing. In fact, the nose seems to come down almost with a thud despite full aft elevator. Almost always with only guys up front so CG could be a factor.
But, I flew an Archer the other day alone with its tapered wing. It did not seem difficult to hold the nosewheel off during the rollout. Anyone else notice this.