My favorite tip to post for first timers with aerobatic or warplanes
is to raise both ailerons 1/8" for the first few flights. This will help
against tip stall if the plane gets too slow before touchdown. The
washout will make rolls slower, but until you get used to the plane, that is a small price to pay. You're right about the tail-up
on takeoff can be tricky. It just takes practice with the elevator to
know when to release it at the right time so that it won't nose-
over too soon. Make sure you've got a couple of extra props.