Just got my Capra (first crawler), and kinda hate the transmitter. What is everyone else using?

I just picked up a Capra today, and it's awesome! This is my first crawler, and I'm reasonably new to rc cars. I like everything about the Capra, except for the transmitter. It feels small, and cheap.

What transmitter is everyone else using? Do I just learn to love the cheap spektrum Tx? I guess I'm locked to spektrum with the receiver and esc being together.

Also, if you have any other tips for someone just learning about crawlers, I'm all ears.