Hyperlite Highbacks?

I thinking about starting wakeboarding but am having a hard time deciding on what gear to get. I am pretty sure I am going to get the Hyperlite Essence board but am not sure about the bindings. I love snowboarding and hear the highbacks are the best to get the same feel. Does anybody have any comments or suggestions? Also, does anybody know where I can get a pair of 2001 highbacks? I would need size Mini-Med. I dont like the colors of the new ones...red is such an aweful color. Thanks a bunch.