first time wake surfing.......need some advice!

[snowman62]

was wondering what the best way to get the right wave on a 2010 vlx for wake surfing. I filled the center, and left rear ballast, and had the wake plate all the way down. The wave was pretty good but we were not able to let go of the rope. Will lowering the plate down only half help or hurt the wave. ( I know I could go and try all the settings but I'm at work now and thought I could save time by asking an experienced surfer) Also, I was going about 9.5 mph. Is this right or too slow. Thanks for any advice on this.

[Jeff Madden]

Try going between 10.4 and 10.8 wedge all the way down and all your weight on surf side with center tank full and front full

[snowman62]

will do. thx

[cbmalibu98]

I would also fill your front tank this will give your wake more length and rigidity. Good Luck.

CB

[skiatook_bu]

It could be foot placement on the board, try moving forward on it. I think we ride at 10.7

[snowman62]

appreciate all the suggestions.

[Nitrousbird]

How much weight is in your left rear ballast? You may want/need more. Also, where are you positioning your passengers? Lastly, it could be your technique.