-- Last Updated: Oct-03-12 6:55 PM EST --
, creating a wake, you are too heavy. I weigh 230 and paddled a 10' SOT that was rated for my weight. I thought I had an anchor out.
It is rated to carry 250-300 lbs. Without ever having seen one,I think it is too small for you.
IN MY OPINION someone your size needs a 12' boat at minimum.