Achterliek-Spannungsmesser
Posted: 30. March 2006 15:28
Mast rake
More technology is involved in the rake measurement. A tape is still used but a weight system seems to be more accurate.
With a tape, 6.77 metre would be an average rake. Using a cord of leach length where an electronic scale is attached at the end, boom is positioned on deck and the load is measured as 37 kg for an average measurement. This can go down to 32-33 kg as a minimum (by raking the mast aft).
In flat waters and light winds you can rake the mast more back and in choppy conditions more forward.