I agree with Jim's theory... From first hand experience I know that the new generation of shrouds is shorter (2 ") to create more mast rake. I do not now about the longer forestays - but it only would make sence to make tose longer at the same time. I think you have a bad combo of long forstay and long shrouds... I would recommend to get some new shrouds... they are not expensive and you should be in good shape. Patrick