I sail on an inland lake and currently have a J/24. I've always wanted a J/30 and now have the chance to own one. I race in local phrf club races, mostly distance races around government bouys, against other keel boats with phrf ratings anywhere from 135 to 225. The wind is on average light to medium. We raced yesterday with the wind blowing between 8 and 13 mph, which was a good day for us. My question, to those who have sailed both, what sailing characteristics does the J/24 and J/30 share? Will the J/30 perform well in light air and how different is it from the J/24 in light air? All advice and help is greatly appreciated.
