As a beginner,you need to feel comfortable. I suggest that you drop the ballast, slow down to 20-21, and use the plate to shape the wake the best for you. Next, pull the rope in so that you can get to a narrower part of the wake. These steps will help you make W2W. As you gain confidence and skill, you can increase the rope, speed, ballast. Learn progressive edging and handle location, get the basics mastered.