What are your opinions on the Slingsby Skylark 4?

Have flown and assembled all three. Ka6 the easiest to assemble and easiest to fly, probably one of the nicest handling sailplanes ever built. Skylark 4 more involved to assemble, but very nice to fly, docile, and good climber. SHK wings heavy and require technique, but very manageable with a SoloRigger. The SHK will easily outperform the Ka6 and Skylark 4 . The handling is good, but not as docile as the Ka6 or 4. The Skylark 4 is very capable of all badge distances downwind and is enjoyable to fly. If you are considering buying a Skylark 4 , you should call Bruce Beddow who has owned a 4 for over 20 years.