Scott, keep practicing the landings with the bottom speed brake. Don't screw with canard braking so early into your new jet. Eventually you'll figure out the flying characteristics with the Rookie II and you'll be able to land it without any speed brakes. The trick it to get it at the right angle of attack and the right speed setting in the turn for final. Flare is also key. Take the time to do some touch-and-go's during a flight to get used to judging the rate of decent to the runway. Good luck.