Wide, you certainly don't upset me by saying the RV8 handles better than a Chippy. I have not flown one, you have extensive experience of both, so I respect your opinion. All I have ever claimed for the dHC 1 is it out handles,by some margin, anything I have flown.
Don't listen SSD!
I have flown an RV-8 and was considering buying one prior to having purchased my current labour and cash intensive mount.
Save to say that I wasn't bowled over enough by its handling to sway me. Chippy is definitely sweeter.
I may however be persuaded on the grounds of practicality and usability in the not too distant future.
Part ex anybody?