KR - call into Hyperlite on Monday (800) 938-4646 or email me at
coreym@hosports.com and I will help you out. I will help you out with the technical jargon, board selection and help you find a shop to buy at. Avoid buying on ebay if you can, especially with you first board purchase. Customer service at a shop can go a long way even after the purchase. Look forward to taking to you.
Corey M @ Hyperlite