Hi darticus,

It sounds like your are ready to start "flying the tail"! Go ahead and start using the rudder (left stick). Just try not to change the throttle position too much while you do this. You will, with practice, be able to use the rudder without making any noticeable change in the throttle, so don't worry about it at first. Won't be long before you notice that you rarely need to make trim, mix, or gyro setting changes which means you can put that good looking canopy on for good.

Good luck and good flying!