This is the best way to go, very tough and very 3D capable. If your serious about learning 3D this is the way to go.. After you learn it, then move on to a more fragile airframe.
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I may sound a little off the wall, but how about a Mojo 40 or 60? It's a full-build kit, and is also considered as one of the best, if not THE best, 3D plane on the market.
http://www.swanyshouse.com/mojo60/mojo60.aspx
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