235 is quite a bit of weight; if you're tall also, then that's just life, but you know that.
If you're having trouble reaching a BOC, I wouldn't suggest a pull-out either; it's pretty much the same place. That leaves ripcord, which is still available at least in the Racer -- a friend of mine still jumps a ripcord rig (or at least did the last time I jumped with him some 7-8 years ago). You can work on flexibility, but unless you're pretty easily finding it, it just seems like yet another risk. I'm sure there are custom options available, but a ripcord protects your pin, and doesn't have velcro holding bridle. I'm assuming someone will be packing for you, so make sure they're good with packing a rig with a spring-loaded pilot chute.
I have no useful advice on anything else...
Wendy P.