man i am thinking the same way. im gonna move on a boat in a few months and i need a ladder but do not want it permanent mount either. let me know what you come up with. i was looking at some ladders in the overtons catalog. got some possibilities there, check them out!! let me know what you come up with.

 

Mine's not removable but here it is. I have not had any of the problems you mention with mine. It is made by Tops n Towers.

 

Wading Ladder

We used to have a ZX22 Skeeter bay boat and had the same problem trying to get into the boat. Only took a few injuries and slips on the outboard to realize a ladder might be the ticket.

i know you didnt want anything permanent or bulky. Yeah, ours is permanent but i dont consider it too big or in the way by any means. Have really been satisfied with the products that Tops-N-Towers produces. I can sure tell you that after wading for a few hours and when the back is hurtin, that ladder back into the boat sure is nice.

Best of luck with whatever you do. Thats a good lookin boat you got there. Hope this helps.

 

You may look into this.....

The Step-Up Folding Ladder is a simple two-step ladder that works well on any bow or stern cleat. No permanent mounting required. Collapsible for storage. Designed for smaller, 15- to 21-ft. boats. High-density polyethylene will not corrode.

Cabela's Step-Up Folding Ladder Item:IA-010933$26.99

 

thanks for all of the answers. Tops n towers made my t-tops so I will talk to them tomorrow about the ladder. Even though it is permanent, it does look great. Any idea about how much it cost? Thanks