How does the slanted mast track improve railing on a windsurf board?

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The slanted mast track on windsurf boards, as described by Starboard, enhances performance by adjusting the board's balance in varying wind conditions. Specifically, it elevates the front section to facilitate earlier railing in light winds while lowering the back section to improve control during planing. This design allows for optimized handling and responsiveness, crucial for competitive windsurfing.

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Words from manufacturer:

"SLANTED MAST TRACK
The slanted adjustable mast track raises the front section to help the board get on its rail even earlier in light winds and sinks the back section below deck level to improve control in planing conditions."

source:https://windsurf.star-board.com/products-2019/phantom-race/
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Can you explain with math example how this works,how improve railing even earlier?
"Railing" is sailing board on leeward rail,windward rail is slightly lift up...
(Please avoid verbal explanations)railing;

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I asked in the last thread if all this is going anywhere and you didn't answer. That forces me to conclude it's an endless rabbit hole with no purpose other than to see how far we'll chase you. Well, you have your answer to that question now. By now you should be able to analyze this yourself and we certainly are not going to entertain a thread where we do all the work and you do none. Thread locked. Please do not start another one on this subject.
 
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