Walk the Plank


The PI 357 Big Flash Lux from Besenzoni ($12,975 for 550-pound lift, $13,175 for 660-pound lift) is an externally mounted, telescopic gangway. Made with a polished stainless-steel structure and teak grating, the PI 357 is a smart addition to a globe-trotting vessel that typically has to Med-moor. The PI 357 features stanchions and courtesy lights for safety, and an electrohydraulic power supply and remote control for extending and retracting. U.S. Distributor: Imtra, 508-995-7000; Besenzoni, +39-035-910456

Take the Lift

The ES2200 davit from Steelhead Marine is a linear winch with a lifting capacity of 2,200 pounds. Stretching from 9 to 15 feet when fully extended, the lightweight ES2200 can operate on 12- or 24-volt DC power supply and comes with a wireless remote, allowing you to control the unit from multiple locations. The ES2200 uses 3/8-inch Amsteel composite rope instead of steel cable and has 22½ feet of line. Steelhead Marine, 604-826-1668