Depends on preference really. A begginer will do just fine or better with a single pin when it come to practice and range shooting. It really doesn't matter with the number of pins if you are a begginer or not. I personally can't concentrate on one pin in a multiple stack. Also if your shooting decent speeds, not sure if you got a 60 or 70 lb bow, but the faster you get the closer those multiples stack. I love my HHA (I'm guessing that is what he recomended as it is probably the best single pin for hunting out there)and will never shoot anythgin else when it come to a hunting sight. All you have to do is know your area and have places that you know are certain distances so if that animal gives you a quick shot coming in you can anticipate where it will be for your shot and adjust before hand. I rarely ever tighten the knob on it, just bump it up or down and shoot as there is enough tension on it that it doesn't move on its own. The single gives you the nice advantage of those shots that are say 25 or 34, or 46 ect, that you can adjust for exactly. Also nice for shooting small game at those odd yardages as you have to be dead on for a small target. Both types have their pro and cons it really just depends on your style and what works best for you. For me I can't handle multiple pins and absolutely love the single. Also I enjoy practice shooting long yardages up to 100 yards. I'm confident I canmake a clean shot ona deer out to70 and an elk out to 80. The single pin gives you those long range oportunities even if its just for fun in the yard as you are a begginer. Good luck, the switchback is a great bow and glad to see you got a nice onefor a starter. WCL