I hate to say it, but I side with Ryan on this one. Radial is okay, but if you're going for it, be aware of the tradeoffs you are taking. I think a lot of people who are building their own wheels start off with a radial just because it looks easier to lace, and is less intimidating. This may or may not be the case with the OP, but be aware that 2x, 3x, or 4x are still pretty darn easy.