Mast Rake?

[Guy]

I just bought a 26x and the mast looks awkward when compared to other boats in the harbour. I have a roller furling and I do not know how to shorthen it in order to rake the mast forward. Anyone have similar problem or solution? Or is it simply the way the 26X was designed.

 

[Bob]

mast rake

You don't want to stand the mast up any further. Although it does look different, if you straighten it out, you'll end up giving yourself too much lee helm. The boat is balanced best with the rake put in at delivery.