Slingshot Sp thoughts?
 

I was looking at this board and seems like a good fit and It can be found at a good price. This would be a first board so it looks like it could be a great all around fit to begin with. Any thoughts?

I think this board is great for beginners. My kids ages 7,9,11 got up first try. Whenever I take new people out they are always able to get up and ride. I like it without the center fins. It allows me to be a little more aggressive.

anyone else have thoughts about these for a big boy/boat board found one for cheap thinking about it just to have something for my newbie friends...

Yeah super fun, smooth easy board. Heres a video of the 5'0'' in action:
http://www.wakeworld.com/forum/showthread.php?t=796848