My 1980 version has a hinged ladder mounted in the center of the transom. When unfolded, the bottom of the ladder hits the rudder. It has not been a problem, it just keeps the ladder a bit away from the transom, which is pretty vertical, maybe a bit sloped in at the bottom, so that is good. The spacing of the ladder rungs is such that stepping on the rudder is difficult, so I have never done it. The pulpit has a gate in it, so getting from the ladder to the top of the transom is much easier.
This appears to be a standard factory accessory Gary From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of RANDY via CnC-List Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2016 8:43 AM To: cnc-list <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Cc: RANDY <randy.staff...@comcast.net>; Alan Zuas <alan...@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: Stus-List Boarding Ladder Hi Ali, I have a 1972 C&C 30 Mk. I, hull #7, with a hinging swim ladder in the middle of the transom. I don't think the bottom rung hits the rudder - I'll confirm that later today. But I worry about people stepping on the top of the rudder. Fortunately I have tiller steering, so I can turn the rudder through 360 degrees. So I turn it around 180 degrees backward when I have the ladder down, to keep it out of the way. I also do that when backing the boat - it makes steering easier when backing. My only issue with the swim ladder is that, when folded up, it's in the way of where the flag staff would go. So I have to fly my ensign from the backstay. You might consider mounting the ladder to starboard on the transom so it doesn't interfere with the flag staff. On the other hand, centering it looks better, makes it easier to tie up when folded, and probably makes it easier to climb into the cockpit. Cheers, Randy Stafford S/V Grenadine C&C 30-1 #7 Ken Caryl, CO _____ From: "Alan Zuas via CnC-List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > To: "cnc-list" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > Cc: "Alan Zuas" <alan...@yahoo.com <mailto:alan...@yahoo.com> > Sent: Friday, August 12, 2016 11:29:51 PM Subject: Stus-List Boarding Ladder Hi, I am relatively new to sailing and the boat life, and this is my first post here. I have a C&C 30' 1976 and love the boat. I have been working on different projects, and now I'd to install a boarding ladder on my boat. I looked around the marina and noticed a lot of people have their ladders right in the middle of the transom. I am a little hesitant since the rudder seems to be somewhat large and the last ladder rung might touch it or make it difficult for someone to get on the ladder. I was wondering what you think about this, and if you have ideas on where I should install the ladder. the ladder is 3 feet long and 1 foot wide and has a hinge to drop it in water. Thank you, Ali C&C 30 1976 Seattle _______________________________________________ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All Contributions are greatly appreciated!
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