ORIGINAL: sabotloader
maineac,
PowerBelts are expensive but they may be the easiest way to get started, but with a little experiance I am sure you will change your projectile - unless there are state requirements that lock you in somewhat.
Just my 2 cents
Why change the projectile if they work and they are what you like? I have been shooting 295-grain PB Aerotips since they first came out. They are accurate, load easily and hit with authority. Why should I change? Because they cost a few more dollars than some plastic-sabotted pistol bullet that needs hammering down the bore to seat on the powder charge?
I'd love to know why PB's get slammed all the time. I have found them to be superior to sabotted bullets in all respects save price. They might not shoot well out of your M/L, but you have to try several different bullets to see what works and what doesn't. If they work, they are a great bullet going down the bore, coming out the barrel and when they hit what you're aiming at!
Brian