I got formula kit when I was just able to plane in the straps and don't regret it. It was challenging but helped me to improve. Also a lot of fun in the right conditions. Should use sails around 10m, you get used to them after a few sessions, make yourself an 'easy uphaul', just a loop on the uphaul that you can hook to your harness. A carbon fin also makes it more fun, the board will feel livelier.Disclaimer:
I live in NSW and am much lighter than you.Also had smaller boards for stronger winds