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Originally Posted by cgrey
The handbrake is overly complicated and trying to rev, clutch out, and let go of the brake all at once makes for a jerky start and some clutch wear.
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Hm... it shouldn't be jerky... using the handbreak should be very smooth. Let out the clutch slowly while applying a little gas until the car start to pull slightly, release handbreak, and start as normal. If anything, I'd think it would be hard on the handbreak...
I've driven manuals for 13 years, but I'm really appreciating all the different comments and techniques mentioned (here and elsewhere). I feel like I've gotten a bit lazy in recent years and have picked up some bad habits along the way... especially driving alone in the car. There is nothing like a passenger to highlight how smooth your shifting isn't.