Looking for a good folding transom ladder

[sublauxation]

I just missed a great deal on a used Garelick 2 step folding transom ladder so I started looking around and found these. My only fear is that it mounts with only 4 bolts at 2 points vs the Garelick, but this one would be easier to mount, it's 4" narrower which would fit my transom better and at $44 the price is right. Anybody have any experience with this or other brand, or any better ideas?

Five Oceans - Marine Equipment

Thanks

Chad

 

[JASinIL2006]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

Wonder what the weight limit is on that?

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

That's real narrow! Less than 7" wide....... put a ruler on the floor and see hat your foot occupies for width

 

[jigngrub]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

That should last.

... for about 2 weeks.

 

[sublauxation]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

While I do come from a long line of people with small feet I had some of the same concern. With only the top mounting to the transom I'm afraid any rotation would twist it like a pretzel. What do you guys think of this one?

Compact Two-Step Transom Ladder - Garelick Eez-In

 

[JASinIL2006]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

Personally, I'd want a transom-mounted ladder to be constructed of stainless steel... a wet adult hauling him/herself out of the boat really will put some stress on those tubes.. I bought a Windline ladder (mine was mounted from the swimdeck) that is quite heavy and well-constructed. It's above the $100 mark, though, which seems to be the norm for stainless steel ladders.

 

[UncleWillie]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

If the ladder is only for use to get back aboard if you accidentally fell overboard, most anything will work.

If you are actually intend to make use of the ladder because you have swimmers re-boarding all summer; get something substantial.

The Two step ladders only have the bottom step actually in the water.
It is difficult for small kids and older adults to get their foot on a step that is just barely under the water.
A Three or Four step ladder would be preferred.

 

[java230]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

While I do come from a long line of people with small feet I had some of the same concern. With only the top mounting to the transom I'm afraid any rotation would twist it like a pretzel. What do you guys think of this one?

Compact Two-Step Transom Ladder - Garelick Eez-In

I have that one, Its strong enough for me @ 225, but its a little hard to get out with. a 3 step would be much easier. But with my boat being small it works fine.

 

[sublauxation]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

I have that one, Its strong enough for me @ 225, but its a little hard to get out with. a 3 step would be much easier. But with my boat being small it works fine.

How big a boat is it on? My fear of the 3 step is that it will be in the way of everything when folded up. Do you know roughly how high yours comes above the top mounting bracket when folded up?

 

[java230]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

How big a boat is it on? My fear of the 3 step is that it will be in the way of everything when folded up. Do you know roughly how high yours comes above the top mounting bracket when folded up?

I can measure tonight. My boat is 13'4" Whaler type.

This is the only pic i have handy. When folded its about 1-2" above the transom.

 

[sublauxation]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

I can measure tonight. My boat is 13'4" Whaler type.

This is the only pic i have handy. When folded its about 1-2" above the transom.

Thanks for the pic, that looks great! I never thought to check for clearances around the stern eyes. Wish they could make the last step on the 3 step model telescope out. If it's no problem a measurement would be much appreciated. Is that a 20" transom? I missed a brand new one by an hour on Craigslist for $50:grumpy:.

 

[jigngrub]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

I can measure tonight. My boat is 13'4" Whaler type.

This is the only pic i have handy. When folded its about 1-2" above the transom.

That's the same type of ladder I installed on my boat:

 

[java230]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

OK measured mine, its about 9" folded from the top of the ladder to thetop mounting point. it sticks up 2.5" on mine. The level is 2.5" thick.


transom is 21" where the ladder is mounted.

 

[sublauxation]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

OK measured mine, its about 9" folded from the top of the ladder to thetop mounting point. it sticks up 2.5" on mine. The level is 2.5" thick.


transom is 21" where the ladder is mounted.

Thanks, I really appreciate you taking the time to get those measurements, that helped a lot. The Garelick website didn't give that height and I wanted to make sure it wouldn't interfere with some trolling rods and it looks like it should work just fine. I'm surprised I couldn't find many reviews on it but assuming you and Jigngrub are happy looks like that's the one I'll buy.
Thanks Again!

 

[jigngrub]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

I bought mine here:
Folding Ladder - Universal Mount | Bass Pro Shops

... and there are plenty of reviews, my review is on pg. 7.

 

[sublauxation]

Re: Looking for a good folding transom ladder

I bought mine here:
Folding Ladder - Universal Mount | Bass Pro Shops

... and there are plenty of reviews, my review is on pg. 7.

Bass pro is the one place I forget to look since we don't have one here yet. Thanks for the link, that was a great review, very helpful.