Going to purchase my first CB soon (I've never even held one before) and I have it narrowed down between the Excocet 200 and the Vortex. I will order the "right stuff" package for either one.They both seem identicle in performance with the Vortex weighing about4 oz lighter and 2 inches shorter with the thumbhole stock.I have a lower back injury (ruptured disk). Should I get a crankaroo or do you think a rope cocker would provide enough assistance?