RE: What is a good beginner kit?
I'm building the Sig 1/5 scale. The kit quality is excellent and very well explained. I felt there were a couple of places in the build that were out of sequence. For instance, you need to lock down the wings' forward blind nuts (for strut attachment) prior to sheeting the leading edge.
Everybody is different when it comes to kit building. You may find the Cub a little complex but I feel anybody can do kits if they are motivated, willing to take their time and ask questions on groups like these. You also need to be aware of the fact that you will need to buy a lot of tools. Nothing too costly but they do add to the costs.
If you're going to cover in monokote you will need a good iron or two but I wouldn't waste any money on a hot air blower. Also keep in mind that Cub yellow is fairly easy to see thru so remove imperfections and pencil marks prior to covering. Also, prior to covering buy a truckload of number 11 blades (I get them in boxes of 100). I believe they make Monokote out of sandpaper (:-).