It would be nice if you could get help from an experienced flyer.

Particularly to tune the engine and adjust the control surfaces, then to buddy box for at least a few flights until it is fully trimmed out and you are used to it.

"Novice" flights on an untried plane frequently lead to disaster.

If you have to drive out of your way to go to a club flying field for a day, to get some help, it's well worth doing.