Tiptronic Question: Launch in 2nd gear normal?

[BirdDog]

I have a 2001 S and that's how mine works too.

I often manually shift it then switch to auto when approaching a red light. If you lightly press the brake pedal the tip will downshift and brake for you. Once I've stopped I switch back to manual. I usually only use 1st for fast takeoffs, or when starting from a stop on a hill. All other times I launch in 2nd.

I bought a tip because of knee problems - I just couldn't see myself dealing with Atlanta traffic without the tip.