Well i didnt mean for going into first gear, i meant every gear after. You shouldnt down shift to first anyways, the gear-ratio is very low and bringing it down that low going fast is a nono. I usually wait to a complete stop b4 going into first again. Yes your right on learning the correct balance between your tranny-revs-clutch shifting points. I know not revving high and releasing the clutch completely then using the gas will save the life of the clutch, but double clutching just seems easier on it.