There are a number of factors when considering to buy steps that go beyond a simple luxury: winter conditions in which surfaces get slippy, age of the boat owners, types of waters etc.
This leads us to our main point: steps are a very practical and useful accessory. So right from the beginning we want to tell you that if you ever have the chance to get them don’t hesitate. There are many brands, materials and types of systems. Here we want to mention some of the advantages of getting steps.
There are fundamentally three main types of step systems: the Easy Step, which is removable and comes with handrails, the flex step system which is also removable but it doesn’t come with handrails and the most basic one, which is the fishing boat side step, which isn’t removable but it is unobtrusive.
As for the material, the two first are in aluminum or stainless steel and resist saltwater. The third one is in polyethylene so there are no issues about corrosion.
As for prices, the first one is the most expensive but after considering it’s features it makes it the best buy. The others are less expensive, $100 or less which is a reason to say yes to this useful accessory.
Thanks to steps it is not only easier to climb onto your boat but also safer especially in winter when frost is a threat and when loading or unloading gear or heavy loads. We have seen three types of systems that are for all budgets. There shouldn’t be concerns about corrosion because they can resist these conditions. So, don’t think it over and explore the different products available on the market that cover different needs and tastes.
