Folding bow ramp in accessible boat

– allows easy access for wheelchair users

Description
A folding 90 cm-wide bow ramp at the bow of an accessible boat. The bow ramp is operated by remote control from the boat or the dock and is adjusted against the dock or pier, making it easy to go onboard or ashore.

Authors comments
The bow ramp can be folded down during the trip and make it easier for a person who uses a wheelchair to fish, see associated tip.

Manufacturer
Hanterbara Båtar AB , www.hanterbarabatar.se (only in Swedish) (last checked May 2011)

Tip is dated from 2010

Categories for this tip
recreation, leisure » water sports and boats, Tips and tricks from people with High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th 2-10, ASIA A, B).

Related tips: 2

	Accessible motorboat Aluminum boat that can be operated by a solo skipper in a wheelchair Tip is dated from 2010.
	Fishing on accessible boat – an opportunity for wheelchair users Tip is dated from 2010.