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I'm reluctant to mention this idea...for the forum "backlash" (!!!), but there are boats (even OEM boats) which feature a bow-rigged ladder. I've also seen some articles where people rig small boats this way for diving. Weight, balance and stability is perfect in this scenario.

Like the other person states....probably fairly narrow transom, limited freeboard, etc... Maybe a small platform/1-rung stern ladder could work.

Also agreed that rope ladders and their variants are worthless. I tried those worthless solutions with my 1999 Montauk which didn't come with OEM ladder!! I added the OEM ladder!! Those telescoping fold-up ladders are really well made, compact and come in many mounting options.

Garelick has pretty much every kind of ladder possible....maybe call them for ideas as well.

Hope this helps.

Nick