Thanks for the replies. I can't quite decide if I want to buy the "best" right now or a "cheapo" to see how things go. However, looking at the prices, the cheapest don't seem to be much of a bargain and I've always found that it is more economical to "bite the bullet" and get the best right at the start.

BTW, *D*, nice website, especially for someone like me who is just starting out--lots of interesting info. I also like flying and am using a picture of the plane I used to own as my avatar--a 1974 Cherokee Warrior--I had lots of fun with that plane.