Epsilon 7 slightly overloaded to start learning acro ?

Hi all,

I am wondering whether an Epsilon 7 in 26 sqm, 5 kg into the extended weight range, would be a reasonable choice to start learning acro AND for thermal flights and small XC flights in various conditions. I have found one second-hand wing in good condition and within my budget that I should be able to test for a few flights before buying.

Recommended weight range for this size : 75-95 kg,
Extended weight range (also EN-B) : 95-110 kg

I would fly it at around 98-100 kg, and up to 105 once I get an acro harness with 2 reserves.

I am currently flying an Alpha 6 in 28 sqm, at only 70% of the weight range. I practice stalls and backfly, wing-overs, 360 asym and SATs. I am starting to feel somewhat limited by the long brake travel, and moderate energy for wing overs.

I have been told that this would not be a very good choice of all-rounder wing because flying the wing at ~125% of the recommended weight range I would be frustrated by the increased sink rate when flying in weak thermal conditions,. What I am wondering is how significant the difference will be, for example with respect to the same wing flown at 75-80% of the weight range. I rarely go for soaring flights and avoid strong wind conditions so a high trim speed is not a key feature for me.

I would also be interested in feedback from people who have flown this particular wing :
- is it generally forgiving for an EN-B ?
- are backfly and stall exits easy or tricky ?
- nice SATs and related tricks (asymmetric, rythmic SATs...) ?
- a friendly wing for learning heli ?

Thanks for you advice
Simon