I'm glad I came across this thread today. My husband is nervous about descents. I'm trying to be patient and not critical and definitely not say what I am thinking which is "Stop braking! Enjoy the thrill!" I either have to slow down to stay with him, or fly past him and wait for him to join me on the uphill. It is particularly frustrating since I gave up my riding buddy and he is my main cycling partner now. But, I am encouraged by this thread, because it means he'll get more confident with time.