which is better and why forward or reverse pattern mvb

Thanks guys, all good info, seems to be the biggest issue is fear of Neutral select, I to like the ability to go from 3rd to N in case of an issue, I dont slam the shifter but I do make sure my shifter is in VERY good correct working order (Slap Stick shifter)

All of the issues with hitting neutral are with the factory shifter. The aftermarket stuff either locks it out or requires and additional shift to hit it.

If you want to be able to go from 3rd to neutral with an aftermarket get the FPVB. With a factory shifter it doesn't' matter.