Are you interested in really getting into the traditional side of the sport or are the inline rifles more in your sight? Be sure to know what rifles are legal in your state, also have an idea of what you want the rifle to do. For instance, if you're going to shoot extreme long distances, then sabots are probably a good idea. If 100 yards and under, about anything will take care of you.

What rifle to purchase will depend on how serious you want to get into this sport. Something to just get you into the sport could be found in the CVA, Traditions, New Frontier, even some of the more expensive models can be found on auction sites NIB for a very reasonable price. On the Auction sites look for rifles like the Wolverine, Disc, Black Diamond, and see if they fit into your price restrictions. Also, don't be afraid of some of the hammer striker model rifles out there. They have been on the market working perfect a lot longer then some of the break open models. I do not own a break open type rifle.

As for starter kits.. I hate to recommend a starter kit. Only because the things they sell you are for the rifle they sell. There are ways around a lot of that but then if you know nothing about them, a starter kit will get you shooting.