but I do want to explore the envelope (within the boundaries of sanity and safety). I know the Turbulent is no more an Aerobat than the 172, but what I do know is that I enjoy 'handling'. Most of my flights have a few stalls and spiral descents and maybe a mild bunt or two.
Please tell me you won't even think about doing 'mild bunts' in a Turb.
The first and last person to aerobat a Turb was in the 60s at Biggin Hill. It ended in tears for him and his family.
The g limits are VERY low (can't remember the exact figures), and they will break, I've seen it happen.
If you want to explore the edges of the envelope, buy a Pitts.