I just wanted to finally post after lurking for quite some time.

I am currently studying for the ICND1, which I hope to take in the very near future. I thought about doing the one-and-done method, but I am a firm believer in breaking a job down into smaller parts. Not to mention, the ICND2 stuff seems like it can wait until I get some hardware. The sims I've been using all have their issues. Boson seems to be fairly decent, though.
Anyway, just wanted to tell you guys I love reading the info on this board. It will most definitely help as I try to navigate this Cisco path of certification goodness.
I am reading the Sybex 640-801 for most of the INTRO stuff until the newer literature is out. I also bought that Chris Bryant package, but kind of wish I would have just bought a router with that $$$

He does have some good stuff, though.
Nice meeting you all.