My pattern depends on which mower I am using,,,
My favorite machine does not have power steering,,,
I mow mostly straight/long sections when using that one.
If I hop on one of the power steering machines,, my pattern becomes VERY intricate.
I JUST purchased a hydrostatic machine that has 4.7 GPM dedicated to steering,,,

EFFORTLESS turning of the wheel,, even my SIL noticed how easy the steering is.
I will probably tear up the lawn with too many high speed turns,,,