I've been experimenting with the subtle art of shifting my contour. The biggest factor that determines the outcome( that being a good, quick, smooth shift ) seems to be the timing of clutch disengagement vs. gas pedal release.

To me, depressing the clutch just a moment before releasing the gas seem the best. If it's synced, or just a moment after gas release, I get not-so smooth shift.

What is your experience?