great idea with the non-skid--the top of the steps are slippery when wet--and we're already on it. Our first samples of die-cut nonskid pads should arrive this week. Peel them off, stick them on, already cut to the shape of the step, I'm psyched about them
also excellent idea about the load testing--I'll put that on the list and start thinking about how we might go about that. The two 1/4" stainless rivets are bomber, but I'm still curious about it.
if people want these steps we'll provide them, but I don't want to really pitch them. we made a batch for a friend and had plenty left over, so we figured we would see if others wanted them too. I am super busy with other work, both day job and boat work, so this mast step thing is a side project. It will be only the most crotchety cruising types that end up using them, I would guess
much thanks for the excellent points,
matt
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