the hacker A30-28S would be a perfect match from what you have described, also you can buy it as a combo with a great controller like the Castle creations phoenix 35, the combo is at a great discount when you buy them together at this site; ($129.99)

http://www.nesail.com/detail.php?productID=3573

i bought my last combo from them, they are great.

also i would get a thunder power 3-cell 1320 lipo (usually around $50 or so)

the combo i listed above will give you a light weight, but very powerful plane. it should be able to climb straight up if you want it to.

john