After reading up for a week I decided to jump right in with you all... Bought a ryedale which arrived today and ran my first four boxes through it. Got 22.58% copper with 24 wheats and 9 Canadian. Coinstar took the rest this time since I had something I wanted on amazon anyway.
The ryedale is simply incredible. I can see how folks have a tough time dumping so much since that sorter is so efficient! I will be looking for dump banks next week. I am going to need a few!

Can't wait to start stacking my hoard. I just hope the wife understands....
Thanks to everyone for the great advice. It really helped me get started the right way with proper technique, clear goals and realistic expectations.