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Old 01-07-2017, 10:35 AM   #21
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Old 01-07-2017, 10:37 AM   #22
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Or a Walmart one that escaped its owner...legally or illegally.....


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Old 01-07-2017, 03:32 PM   #23
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I've got the metal one from harbor freight and have found it to be very useful on the boat as a step or a stool. Being on fresh water corrosion hasn't been a problem.
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Old 01-08-2017, 09:20 AM   #24
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We use this stepping stool for quick on and off's. $7 and do not recommend it for loading and unloading heavy items.
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Old 01-09-2017, 06:09 PM   #25
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Similar to this. Fairly sturdy & non-slip. Stows easily, has lasted 4 years with occasional fresh water rinse and WD 40 at connections.
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Old 01-09-2017, 06:54 PM   #26
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Having a deck close to dock level makes the issue moot.

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Old 01-09-2017, 07:47 PM   #27
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Interesting enough I have the older model of these $30 model. Still in use and light easy to stow under the aft deck table. Being plastic , does not scratch or beat up the rest of the boat. A small lanyard stops them disappearing.
https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-RM...bbermaid+steps
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Old 01-09-2017, 07:50 PM   #28
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Similar to this. Fairly sturdy & non-slip. Stows easily, has lasted 4 years with occasional fresh water rinse and WD 40 at connections.
I have those at home, but they're larger than I can store easily on FlyWright. I guess I need a bigger boat!

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Having a deck close to dock level makes the issue moot.

Yes, that's true, but your boat sits much lower than most. It's an advantage when boarding...and that's important...but the price is paid when you look outside. It's all a trade-off and I accept the better view underway and at anchor to the ease of entry. But, like I said, I'm still young and agile (in my own mind, anyway).

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Old 01-09-2017, 08:17 PM   #29
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Yes, that's true, but your boat sits much lower than most. It's an advantage when boarding...and that's important...but the price is paid when you look outside. It's all a trade-off and I accept the better view underway and at anchor to the ease of entry. But, like I said, I'm still young and agile (in my own mind, anyway).

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Old 01-10-2017, 09:20 AM   #30
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You've identified the critical element of any travelling steps system, Martin - the lanyard. It is written (somewhere) that the steps will be kicked, tipped, scooted, shoved or otherwise placed in the drink with regularity, particularly with children aboard (although adults will certianly make their contribution).
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Old 01-10-2017, 05:13 PM   #31
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I saw this video on Facebook and it looks to be a sturdy, portable and classy dock step.

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Old 01-10-2017, 09:39 PM   #32
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This is what we use;
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Rubbermai...ingMethod=p13n
They are quite sturdy and fold up well for travel. when it is on the dock we attach it to one of the rail stanchions with parachute cord so it doesn't fall into the water, or so will "follow" us if we forget it (haven't done so yet)!
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Old 01-11-2017, 03:06 PM   #33
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This is what we have used on three boats now. Our current boats freeboard is pushing the limits for it, but it helps encourage me from getting too fat.
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Old 01-11-2017, 03:11 PM   #34
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This is what we have used on three boats now. Our current boats freeboard is pushing the limits for it, but it helps encourage me from getting too fat.
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I like that one!

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We have one of these but will need to replace soon as it is becoming brittle with age. Occasionally we have to board over the bow and the extra step helps.
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