They certainly appear that way on paper. I know one aspect I didn't like about those I rode today was the instability at first. I didn't spend more than an hour or so testing these four out and am sure this gets better once one comes accustom to them, but my being a large man (tall), and "woefully out of shape" indeed, the tadpole appeals to me for this reason alone. I just get the impression they would be more fun, which is what I am aiming for. If I can have fun at it then I am more apt to keep at it.