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- JIF Marine®12" H Aluminum 7-Step Dock Ladder (EFLSN7)12" H Aluminum 7-Step Dock Ladder (EFLSN7) by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy to carry...Specially designed for marine applicationsProtected from rust and corrosion$423.49
- JIF Marine®12" H Aluminum 7-Step Hinged Dock Ladder (DJW7)12" H Aluminum 7-Step Hinged Dock Ladder (DJW7) by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy to...Ladder folds up above waterlineQuick-release safety pin locks ladder in down position$483.99
- JIF Marine®12" H Aluminum 7-Step Slide-Up Dock Ladder (DJX7)12" H Aluminum 7-Step Slide-Up Dock Ladder (DJX7) by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy...Retractable ladder slides up above waterlineAnodized aluminum$432.29
- JIF Marine®12" H Aluminum 7-Step Stationary Dock Ladder (DJV7)12" H Aluminum 7-Step Stationary Dock Ladder (DJV7) by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy...Great for seawalls and stationary docksPrevent build-up of mold and dirt$356.39
- JIF Marine®12" H Aluminum 7-Step Wide Dock Ladder (EFLSNW7)12" H Aluminum 7-Step Wide Dock Ladder (EFLSNW7) by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy to...Specially designed for marine applicationsProtected from rust and corrosion$450.99
- JIF Marine®12" H Aluminum 7-Step Wide Hinged Dock Ladder (DJW7W)12" H Aluminum 7-Step Wide Hinged Dock Ladder (DJW7W) by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being...Ladder folds up above waterlineQuick-release safety pin locks ladder in down position$527.99
- JIF Marine®12" H Aluminum 7-Step Wide Stationary Dock Ladder (DJV7W)12" H Aluminum 7-Step Wide Stationary Dock Ladder (DJV7W) by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while...Great for seawalls and stationary docksPrevent build-up of mold and dirt$428.99
- JIF Marine®12" H Anodized Aluminum 3-Step Dock Lift Ladder (DJX3)12" H Anodized Aluminum 3-Step Dock Lift Ladder by JIF Marine®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship....Retractable ladder slides up above waterlineAnodized aluminum$280.59
- JIF Marine®16" W x 11" H Stainless Steel 4-Step Dock Ladder (DMY4)16" W x 11" H Stainless Steel 4-Step Dock Ladder (DMY4) by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being...Wraparound PVC treads for sure footingStep section is easily removed for winter storage$527.99
- JIF Marine®16" W x 11" H Stainless Steel 5-Step Dock Ladder (DMY5)16" W x 11" H Stainless Steel 5-Step Dock Ladder (DMY5) by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being...Wraparound PVC treads for sure footingStep section is easily removed for winter storage$571.99
- JIF Marine®16" W x 11" H Stainless Steel 6-Step Dock Ladder (DMY6)16" W x 11" H Stainless Steel 6-Step Dock Ladder (DMY6) by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being...Wraparound PVC treads for sure footingStep section is easily removed for winter storage$626.99
- JIF Marine®40" H Aluminum 4-Step Folding Pontoon Ladder (ASL)40" H Aluminum 4-Step Folding Pontoon Ladder by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy to...Folds up for easy storageSatin anodized aluminum$120.43
- JIF Marine®49-3/4" H Aluminum 3-Step Angled Dock Ladder (ASE)49-3/4" H Aluminum 3-Step Angled Dock Ladder by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy to...Durable, lightweight anodized aluminumLarge, angled steps for climbing comfort$208.99
- JIF Marine®61-3/4" H Aluminum 4-Step Folding Dock Ladder (ERR4)61-3/4" H Aluminum 4-Step Folding Dock Ladder by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy to...Specially designed for marine applicationsProtected from rust and corrosion$335.49
- JIF Marine®73-3/4" H Aluminum 5-Step Angled Dock Ladder (ASH2)73-3/4" H Aluminum 5-Step Angled Dock Ladder by JIF Marine®. Durable, lightweight anodized aluminum. Large, angled steps for climbing comfort. Anti-skid tread for safety. Easily attaches to dock with J-hook hardware (included)....Durable, lightweight anodized aluminumLarge, angled steps for climbing comfort$280.49
- JIF Marine®97-3/4" H Aluminum 7-Step Angled Dock Ladder (ASH7)97-3/4" H Aluminum 7-Step Angled Dock Ladder by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy to...Durable, lightweight anodized aluminumLarge, angled steps for climbing comfort$329.99
- JIF Marine®Backing Plates (EEW)Backing Plates by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy to carry and move. The part is made...Specially designed for marine applicationsProtected from rust and corrosion$64.14
- JIF Marine®Flip-Up Quick Release (EEV)Flip-Up Quick Release by JIF Marine®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy to carry and move. The part...Designed for quick installation and removal of tie-down ladders14 gauge galvanized steel$56.09
- Monarch®3-Step Fixed Dock Ladder (TA3)3-Step Fixed Dock Ladder by Monarch®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy to carry and move. The part...Specially designed for marine applicationsProtected from rust and corrosion$258.97
- Monarch®4-Step Folding Dock Ladder (FDLL4)4-Step Folding Dock Ladder by Monarch®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy to carry and move. The part...Specially designed for marine applicationsProtected from rust and corrosion$387.56
- Monarch®5-Step Folding Dock Ladder (5LL)5-Step Folding Dock Ladder by Monarch®. Allows ladder to be retracted when not in use. Constructed of Marine Grade Aluminum. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and...Specially designed for marine applicationsProtected from rust and corrosion$387.56
- Quality Mark®29.1" H 3-Step Port Bow Ladder with Left Handrail (28800)29.1" H 3-Step Port Bow Ladder with Left Handrail (28800) by Quality Mark®. If you've tried to step into a trailered boat, you know it's awkward. Bow StepTM is an aftermarket trailer accessory that makes getting in and out of your boat...The big, sturdy handle enhances safetyHeavy-duty ladder folds up and way when not in use$396.40
- Quality Mark®29.1" H 3-Step Starboard Bow Ladder with Right Handrail (28801)29.1" H 3-Step Starboard Bow Ladder with Right Handrail (28801) by Quality Mark®. If you've tried to step into a trailered boat, you know it's awkward. Bow StepTM is an aftermarket trailer accessory that makes getting in and out of your...The big, sturdy handle enhances safetyHeavy-duty ladder folds up and way when not in use$396.40
- Quality Mark®41.3" H 4-Step Port Bow Ladder with Left Handrail (28802)41.3" H 4-Step Port Bow Ladder with Left Handrail (28802) by Quality Mark®. If you've tried to step into a trailered boat, you know it's awkward. Bow StepTM is an aftermarket trailer accessory that makes getting in and out of your boat...The big, sturdy handle enhances safetyHeavy-duty ladder folds up and way when not in use$480.74
- Quality Mark®41.3" H 4-Step Starboard Bow Ladder with Right Handrail (28803)41.3" H 4-Step Starboard Bow Ladder with Right Handrail (28803) by Quality Mark®. If you've tried to step into a trailered boat, you know it's awkward. Bow StepTM is an aftermarket trailer accessory that makes getting in and out of your...The big, sturdy handle enhances safetyHeavy-duty ladder folds up and way when not in use$480.74
- Garelick®3-Step Semi-Automatic Sport/Diver Ladder (19902-36)3-Step Semi-Automatic Sport/Diver Ladder by Garelick®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse, while being easy to carry and...Specially designed for marine applicationsProtected from rust and corrosion$820.19
- Garelick®42" H Stainless Steel 4-Step Telescoping Sport/Diver Transom Ladder (19844)42" H Stainless Steel 4-Step Telescoping Sport/Diver Transom Ladder by Garelick®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can withstand lots of abuse,...Superior corrosion resistance electropolished stainless steelEasy boarding; for swimmers or divers with fins and heavy gear$487.74
- Garelick®45" H Stainless Steel 4-Step Telescoping Over Swim Platform Ladder with Flat Poly Treads (19677)45" H Stainless Steel 4-Step Telescoping Over Swim Platform Ladder with Flat Poly Treads by Garelick®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can...Steps - Fold out and over, telescope down easilyCompact stowage - Steps fold over flat on platform$227.95
- Garelick®45-1/2" H Stainless Steel 4-Step Telescoping Over Swim Platform Ladder with Black Poly Steps (19657)45-1/2" H Stainless Steel 4-Step Telescoping Over Swim Platform Ladder with Black Poly Steps by Garelick®. This product is designed to help you and your friends get on board easier and faster. It is durable and lightweight, so it can...Comfortable black contour traction molded stepsStandard folding gudgeons$198.69
- Taylor Made®StepSafe™ 22" L x 18" W x 11.5" H Sandstone 1-Step Dock Step (44100)StepSafe™ 22" L x 18" W x 11.5" H Sandstone 1-Step Dock Step (44100) by Taylor Made®. Molded in durable U.V. resistant Polyethylene, the dock steps are offered in three different tread step models. On the top of each step, Taylor Made...Made in The USASpecially designed for marine applications$130.70
If you and your crew often enjoy going into the water for a swim or a dive, then a boat ladder will be a truly irreplaceable piece of equipment for you to have. Allowing you to comfortably get off the boat as well as board it from inside the water or from a dinghy, boarding ladders are a must-have for recreational vessels. Available on the market in a multitude of styles and sizes, relatively easy to install and really affordable, boat ladders are must-have pieces of equipment.
A boarding ladder is engineered to allow boaters to easily get in and out of the water from the swim step or the deck of your vessel. To make the latter an easy and enjoyable task to cope with, boat ladders must be positioned and installed correctly. Firstly and most importantly, the boarding ladder should be located in such a way that it does not interfere with the turning of the drive or outboard. Secondly, the properly mounted boat ladder should extend well under the surface of the water to make climbing up easy. Typically, a comfortable boarding ladder has up to three rungs underwater.
There is a number of boarding ladder types commonly used by boaters depending on the specific parameters of the vessel they own. Among these types are transom ladders, removable ladders, over-the-gunwale ladders, platform and swim step ladders. Transom ladders are a common choice for sailboat owners, while their construction allows the ladder to be hinged up and down, perfectly matching the general look of the pushpit. Removable ladders are secured to your vessel's hull or deck with the help of brackets with keyhole slots inside. This allows to remove the ladder for storage when it is not use.
Many owners of powerboats typically choose swim step ladders. This kind of boarding ladder hangs down from the swim steps of your boat. Underneath the water, the ladder usually contracts or folds up on top of the step. These ladders typically have no more than 2-3 steps, while owing to their construction, they already extend lower than the side of your boat. Over-the-gunwale boat ladders are used for small sailboats or runabouts and may differ in their size and looks as to be compatible with the width of your gunwale. Pay additional attention to the material the ladder is constructed of (plastic, stainless steel, aluminum) and the type of steps it uses.