[juan (the ping-pong ref.)]

I disagree. If people play a certain genre (that doesn't call for a second bass, or a double bass peddle) then I don't think they need to buy on and learn how to use both feet. I also think inexperienced drummers shouldn't go right to the store and get what their favorite drummers have. i.e. double bass peddle, huge china's. Learn the basics first.