i was originally going to buy a longranger so decided to learn on one...however in hindsight learning on an early model longranger was a mistake..and the first 25hrs were very tough...since then i have been doing more in the jetbox which is easier..although it may simply be me becoming more competent ...also i was doing 1-2hrs every other w/e or so and i dont think that was ideal....however i dont mind as i feel it is all as good practise but do agree i probably should have started on the jetbox and moved onto the longranger later..you live and learn