okay, measured my mast rake at Gilligans Run.

My previous rake produced significant weatherhelm. After measuring I can understand why.

Measured from the Bridle Tang (center top of hull) then pulled back to centerline of rearhull, my measurement went down the aft transom about 2". This setting was with the forestay halfway down (5th slot).

For the day I took the forestay down 2 additional slots (which had mast rake measurement on the top-aft hull 2" behind the port inspection lid). The helm was much better (only slight weather helm)....just wish the adjustment could correct capsize(s). <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />