Okay, here's the update - it's getting better!!!

The primary point is to maintain a consistent speed. With hills, wind, etc, this takes practice. But - it is possible. The keys are:

1. focus focus focus!!!!! It takes constant focus as the throttle is very sensitive and any change in terrain will change the speed. Even a mental "Hey, I'm doing it, whoo hoo!" is enough to derail your focus. Save the pats on the back for after the ride - they'll keep!

2. Maintain a sense of fun. After all, you're not the one having to pedal! Enjoy the pretty day (if you're out on the scooter, chances are it's not raining at least), and enjoy the good feeling that you're helping someone with their riding. In my case, my DBF. This is something we can do as a team - and it feels great!

3. Don't overthink. Yes, it's a lot to keep track of, and it can be daunting. But overthinking leads to paralysis. Just relax and you will get into the flow.

I'm nowhere near perfect yet - not even close - but 3/4 through the second trip last week, I found myself thinking "Hey, we get to do this again tomorrow!" (as it turned out, we didn't, but that's not the point...) From tears to "we get to" in just over two days - that's pretty kewl.

Will continue the thread as events develop!

Amy