So what is the advantage of riding an actual "wakesurfboard" as apposed to just riding a surfboard. I tried wakesurfing this weekend for the first time and loved it, but I rode my 5'10 surfboard and had no problem at all, well, sometimes I needed to rely on the rope but I was still getting the hang of it. I am definetely going to continue wakesurfing so would it be in my best interest to buy a actual wakesurfer??

IMO, the best way to start is with a larger board, than you ultimately need. With respect to "wakesurfers" your 5'10" is large. I think that most folks find as they become more proficient, they are able to step down in length. <BR> <BR>The shorter boards and wakesurf specific boards offer a number of advantages. One, is that radical moves are possible. Similar to shortboards in the ocean. This picture of James shows a quick cutback. Even if you have the skill to flip your 5'10" 180 degrees, the length makes it unweildly for even the simplest of moves. <BR> <BR>I think it's human nature to want to progress your riding. The wakesurf specific boards will help you in that regard. <BR> <BR>However, if your intent, when wakesurfing is just to cruise, never really attempting more than staying in the pocket, your current choice is fine. <BR><img src="http://www.wakeworld.com/MB/Discus/messages/559019/328652.jpg" alt="Upload">

Oh no, I'm all about progression, I just left my local shapers shop and he is going to make me a 5'0 double ended kind of hybrid shape that we just came up with. It will look similar to the 50/50 modle that is out there, and will have a fin bow on the nose for a small trail fin as well as reverse stomp pads so you can bust shuv-its and ride it in either direction. We were already laying some bug cutbacks and I had my fish backwards but like you said, the length kept hurting the manuevers. I made one 360 but had to bail before I ended up on the swim platform. I will say this-wakesurfing is one cool ass sport, and it sure hurts al ot less when I eat it then wakeboarding!!! I think you guys got me hooked!