727 shifter suggestions

Reverse pattern.
What I believe is happening is the shifter detent stops the shifter in second gear? Then you have to push the button to go second to third. I think I'm on the button all the time so there is one less "step" to do. I think that's what is going on anyway.

OK! Easy fix. You are going to like this.

When leaving in first push the button and preload 2nd as in pull the shifter far enough so the gate isn't locking you into first.

next to shift second simply pull the shiter back as hard as you'd like WITHOUT pushing the button.

Push the button and pull 3rd.

Enjoy!