if you could spare a lil more money, you would prolly thank yourself in the long run to grab an align 450 sport and a dx7. i also started with a blade 400, it was fine to learn on, but i love my trex's soooo much more. if i would have had the start up money to go that route, i woulda saved alot in the long run. the blade 400 was my cheapest best way to get in the door lol, which may be what your dealing with too. just fruit for thought. if you do go with the 400, its a descent learner and cheap to fix. good luck and taker slow.