There are a ton of boards out there that are good. Phase 5 Just came out with a 1 inch thick skimstyle board called the Razz. IT is great for heavy or light people. We tested it with a guy that weighs about 235 and he had no trouble riding it. You can get it with the bigger 2 in fin and it makes it stable and stills is fast. It is going to be a great board for people just learning or for heavier guys that want to ride skim style boards.And Yes I Ride for Phase 5 as sponsor and yes someone will say I am being bi-ist but this is how I feel and this is my opinion. Anyway have fun wakesurfing it is a great time