I am a fan and have a biased opinion, but just for the record: Not too sticky at all. Excellent at short fields, fly one off a farm strip. Pilot mag recently covered the DR400s and I believe mentioned the preference for farm strip flying. Can't remember which issue, my copy is out on loan just for this article. If you would like to know which issue, PM me and I will find out.
As for disc brakes, not always. Canopy that doesn't leak..... I get a wet foot, mind you the bubbles creeping under the canopy tend to cheer up an otherwise disappointing view. Painted roof, not mine.... although this did seem to create some interest at the PFA.
Let me see, anything else to add.... Oh yes, a wonderful, wonderful plane. A joy to fly (flys itself some might say), very forgiving, excellent tourer, wonderful visability, good range, carries 4 plus full fuel plus luggage....... Just lovely.
Darko