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I was taught (within the last 2 1/2 years) that when stationary, be in first and sit with the foot brake on.



I think they teach something like that in the MSF course too. IMO, unless you are on a hill, this is unnecessary. Again IMO, you can get a better, faster 'launch' if you have both feet on the ground. Butb you know what they say about opinions!

"Never underestimate the power of human stupidity" - Robert Heinlein