Thanks to everyone for throwing in your 2 cents - this has been very helpful in getting my arms around the experimental world. The more research I do, the more likely it is that, if I go experimental, I will probably buy or do a builder assist. Like dusterpilot, I would rather be flying than building. From all the input, it seems that the biggest differences between the experimental world and certificated world lies in what you can do to your airplane. There doesn't seem to be a big difference from the flying perspective. I think the next thing I need to do is to find an RV-10 that I can touch, kick the tires, and fly. The numbers look great on this plane, but I need to touch and smell it before I go any further.

Maybe this question belongs in another thread, but I'll ask it here to start: Does anyone know anything about Saint Aviation in Dunnellon, Fl? They do builder assists on RV-10's.

Thanks again to everyone for helping me get a start on my research into the world of experimentals.