I'm the same size as you man.
I ride a 16M Cabrinha (various models) probably 80% of the time. So focus on getting a great 16m kite. Here in FL, especially in the summer, you need a good lightwind board. I ride a Jimmy Lewis FlightDeck.
Most of us that ride hard, and are over 200lbs do break gear, so get real familiar with whatever kite you wind up with. I can speak volumes about Cabrinha and Liquid Force Kites durability, but not much on other manufacturers.
I started with a 16M, then bought a 12M, then a 10M, and have only missed about 2-3 days a year because I DON'T Have an 8M.
I flip from my Flightdeck to a 128x36 Aggression kiteboard. Most will say that's too small, but it's my favorite board EVER!
Best of luck man!
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