As far as the rider is concerned, watch the videos.... Then get yourself a video camera to critique yourselves immediately after a ride.
#1 Don't fight the boat.
#2 Don't fight the boat.
#3 Don't fight the boat.
As you have basically the same boat/engine I have, I typically start the pull at 3500-4000RPM, and throttle back as the boat and rider planes. Once
Perfect Pass-Stargazer Wake kicks in, I just stear. At $1200 it's a pricy cruise control, but well worth it! (Reduced driver work load, consistent speed for the rider) I have an install thread, as does someone else on the forum... just check them out.
At a minimum, use a GPS for accurate/consistent speed. 15-18 for beginners, 17-20 for more comfort (turning, some jumps), 20-22 for those more advanced (wake-wake jumps, etc).
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Walt B
"Debt-Charged"Black '07 H210SS6.2L Bravo One turning a 21P HIFive
Wakeboard Tower with Perfect Pass Stargazer version
Missouri River; Kansas City, Mo.