I started with an All Grain 1 gallon kit I received as a gift from Brooklyn Brew Shop. http://brooklynbrewshop.com That got me hooked and I haven't looked back since. IMHO a great way to test the waters.
STeve
The last thing I want to do is soak of labels AGAIN! So I use clear circular labels (Avery 5248) on the bottle caps. Print the name and a little logo and you are good to go. A mixed case is real easy to tell apart and NO label soaking.
BrianP, If you are going to make the trip, could you pick up the 10 cases of bottles and the carboys for me? I could them pick them up from you in North Jersey.
Thanks
Steve