Quote Originally Posted by pikato
Wait, what?? During my fitting last night, LBS guy told me to always use rear brake first, only use front brakes for 'hard stops', and be sure to lean back when using front brakes so I do not pitch forward.
She's talking performance. Your LBS and I are talking ease and safety. You always want to learn to use the rear brake first. When you get into performance, you'll learn to use your brakes to help with cornering, etc.
Start by emphasizing rear. When you get faster and more zippy, use the front more, but only after you are comfortable and know the limits. It'll come.