The autopia kits are great for beginners. They offer everything you need to get started. I just find that they're a little overpriced. The autogeek system is a great choice also. Like the other two systems suggested here, it includes everything that your going to need to get started. really, any of these all-inclusive systems will suit you well. If you want to do some research try to look up threads about the pads included in each system. Autogeek uses Lake Country pads, excel uses propel pads, autopia's kits use sonus pads (don't know about the DP kit).