Yamaha DTXpress/DTXplorer/DTXtreme

Rick,
I highly recommend trying a pair of marching sticks.  If you're not
experienced with them, it may take a while to get comfortable with the
size.  You'll find, though, that they sound much better than Firth 5A's
(also my favorite kit stick).  I use the Ralph Hardimon model by Firth. 
What's more, if you practice rudiments with a large stick like the
Hardimon you'll find when you go back to the 5A or comparable that they
are that much easier to use (your muscles have been built up a bit).
P.S.  One problem with the Hardimon model, however, is price.  Approx. 15
US $'s.
Everyone,
I've found that when I play acoustically after playing on the DTXpress I
am much more relaxed than I was before, especially with doubles.  I think
it's because the DTXpress' pads can be placed so close together that the
effort needed to move from one pad to another is very little.  Then, on
the acoustic kit, that same psychological factor carries over and it all
seems to flow easier (sort of a cross training thing, I think--generally
I've found my playing improving all around since I got the DTXpress). 
Also, has anyone had trouble with their cymbal pads triggering twice in
succession if you strike them hard.  Basically it seems that the pad is
triggering a second time on rebound, even after  I've cranked the wing
nut all the way.  Any suggestions without manipulating the sensitivity
settings?  Something on the cymbal itself maybe?
--Aaron