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- Easy to use (10)
- Safe (10)
- Reliable (7)
- Easy to install (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Docks (9)
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- Advanced (7), Casual/ recreational (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (12)
Most Liked Positive Review
This really works!!!
Before I got the Extended Reach by Dockmate, I fell into the lake two to three times a week.
At age 69, I have unstable knees, bad vision, and poor ...Read complete review
Before I got the Extended Reach by Dockmate, I fell into the lake two to three times a week.
At age 69, I have unstable knees, bad vision, and poor balance, I found boarding my water craft to be problematic.
After I received the Extended Reach, we haven't had to call 911 even once, and I no longer tie my ankle to the dock while boarding!
I recommend this device to all partially blind, physically handicapped, watercraft operators, especially those subject to vertigo, syncope, and temporary blackouts.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Second one ordered is ok
The first order was missing hardware and had obviously been returned by someone. It was disappointing that quality control did not pick up on this. Customer service saved the future of my ordering from ...Read complete review
The first order was missing hardware and had obviously been returned by someone. It was disappointing that quality control did not pick up on this. Customer service saved the future of my ordering from Overton's as a replacement arrived within 3 days.
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Pros
- Easy To Install
- Easy To Use
- Safe
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Dockmate Extended Reach Handrail:
I have used the hand rail to assist in exiting a swimming pool. I placed it on the deck by the steps leading from the pool, and the extension is of great assistance.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
- Safe
Cons
Best Uses
- Docks
Comments about Dockmate Extended Reach Handrail:
Looks like it belongs on a pool deck.
However, it makes getting in and out of my 18' jon boat from my dock super easy and not as fear inspiring as without it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Have not used it yet
Best Uses
- Docks
Comments about Dockmate Extended Reach Handrail:
The first order was missing hardware and had obviously been returned by someone. It was disappointing that quality control did not pick up on this. Customer service saved the future of my ordering from Overton's as a replacement arrived within 3 days.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Easy To Use
- Safe
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Dockmate Extended Reach Handrail:
Installed on deck for above ground pool. Makes it 100 times safer and easer to get in and out.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Safe
Cons
Best Uses
- Docks
Comments about Dockmate Extended Reach Handrail:
need at least 4" of wood depth to mount with 3/4"screws included
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
- Safe
Cons
Best Uses
- Boats and pools spas
Comments about Dockmate Extended Reach Handrail:
We installed the handrails to our swimming pool and spa. My husband did it himself with a special drill in less than a couple of hours. We feel alot safer getting in the pool and spa now. We are retired and now I feel we will use the pool and spa more now.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
- Safe
Cons
Best Uses
- Docks
Comments about Dockmate Extended Reach Handrail:
Before I got the Extended Reach by Dockmate, I fell into the lake two to three times a week.
At age 69, I have unstable knees, bad vision, and poor balance, I found boarding my water craft to be problematic.
After I received the Extended Reach, we haven't had to call 911 even once, and I no longer tie my ankle to the dock while boarding!
I recommend this device to all partially blind, physically handicapped, watercraft operators, especially those subject to vertigo, syncope, and temporary blackouts.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Dockmate Extended Reach Handrail:
The product is advertised for use with docks. I used it for our inground pool. My wife had knee surgery, had been expeirencing problems getting in and out of pool, requirning assittance from someone else. Now no longer in need of assittance, she can get in and out of pool all by herself. We are extremely happy for this product, its durability, and its construction. One thin I would add however. A cover of some sort to place over the base were the bolts come up off the base, this could be a hazard for unprotected feet.
Thank You,
Abel Montes
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is this handrail to large to mount on deck of a fishing boat? age 64 need help getting on boat.Asked on 6/13/2012 by Anonymous0 answers
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I would like to know the height from the base to where the railing curvesAsked on 5/24/2011 by Anonymous0 answers
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I bought a Dockmate Handrail and want to install it on an aluminum freshwater dock. The handrail was supplied with lag bolts, at least I think so sinc the box was a beat-up.
Can I use 8 Garelick Toggle Bolt Anchors to install this rail or is it absolutely necessary to use thru-bolts and nuts? They are rated for seat installations, etc Thank you-Asked on 5/23/2011 by Jim from Kennebunkport, ME0 answers
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What kind of mounting hardware is included?Asked on 3/29/2011 by John from 751192 answers
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1/2 inch x 4 inch carriage screws. I substituted carriage bolts for my applicationAnswered on 7/18/2011 by Gary from Pulaski, VAVERIFIED BUYER
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8 heavy duty lag bolts (4 for each flange). I positioned the flanges so that they centered on a 2"x 10" treated deck board on my dock, then drilled a pilot hole for each bolt and screwed in the bolts. Installation took about a half-hour and I work slowly.Answered on 8/11/2011 by Cutter from Lake Marion, SC





