I agree with most of SS and AF's posts, too. I currently campaign a Pitts but did my initial aeros in a Citabria with a great lady instructor, then some in a C150A taildragger, then moved onto the CAP before the Pitts.
Learning the basics on the lower powered machines was definetely a bonus.
Walkabout, you wrote:- White Waltham/David Cassidy does dual training in a Pitts
At the Advanced/Unlimited Nationals this year, the contest director suggested that Alan Cassidy (having won the Unlimited trophy for the 3rd time), formerly known as "Uncle" be called, "The Master".
Personally, I think that David is a far better appelation - you did make me laugh!
Whatever you do aerobatic-wise - do try and enjoy it, it will grow on you!
Stik