Well isn't it just the cutest little thing. LOL It does take awhile to get used to. I purchased a foot rest from Nancy's Notions as it serves 2 purposes. 1, pedal doesn't move around and 2, I seem to have better pressure control (does that make sense ?). How about attaching a piece of thick plexiglass cut larger then the top of pedal. That will give you a bigger contact area. I did this on a foot pedal and it works great. I glued that rubber shelf liner on top of the plexiglass and the traction was just perfect. If I can get to the storage shed I will get it out and post pics. Just my thoughts on the matter.