Thanks for all of the replies guys!

The slowstick looks to be the favourite for beginners. It seems cheap enough too so I may give it a try.

REQUIRES Speed Control/Auto-cut-off
Battery 2/3 AA cells 270-400mAh or AA cells 600mAh 7.2V
Charger: Timed or peak for 2/3 AA cells
Radio: 2-4 Channel
(2-channel for glider)
Servos: 2 Naro,Micro,or Mini servos
(1-elevator, 1-rudder)

Any suggestions? I don't know what I am looking for at all (as I said, im a car guy).
Links to products on tower would be great!