Sorry, couldn't contain my excitement.
Been trying all season using a non handled surf rope and decided to use one with a handle. Much easier on the hands and seems to help me to just hang on at the most loaded point when getting out.
So at 240lbs and 50ys of age it's possible! Have to work on setting the boat up ballast and speed wise now that I can get up and on the board.
Season drawing to a close here soon but I'll brave the cooler water if I have to.
Background is of the wall at Lake Eildon in Victoria Australia.
Cheers BruceR.
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