Being in FL, I think that an I20 (or other 20ft design)is optimal (for me). Racing here offers the best of both worlds awesome distance races: Steeplechase, Hogsbreath, Hiram's, Tybee (someday), Macho Man, etc. And also great buoy racing: Tradewinds, JPOR, Eustis, Carlisle, etc. The I20 is the perfect boat to do all those races on.