Take a look at some of these fiberglass platforms, may fit your needs better.

http://www.swimplatforms.com/images/...alt_220_A1.jpg
http://www.swimplatforms.com/

http://www.swimplatforms.com/uploadI..._Outlaw_1b.jpg
http://www.swimplatforms.com/showImages.php?mk=3

http://www.arrowheadinc.com/images/p...latform-lg.jpg
http://www.arrowheadinc.com/plastic-...etails-8-1.php

Additional:
http://www.swim-platform.com/euro.html

Speaking of less money, in these parts I've seen them made out of angle iron and 2 x 4's/plywood and out of PVC!

To the OP, go for it. The boat will be way more user friendly.

I am not a fan of swim platforms, but that's just a personal appearance thing. If you think it would be helpful to you and your family, then the above statement would be my determining factor.

Make sure the hydraulics on your alpha are on top of their game. You'll need to use your drive as an "lift" for those larger women. Anybody who says they never have is either lying or they don't drink or they're queer, (not that there's anything wrong with that).

That's funny shiat right there!

Protocol deems you wait for them to board another boat tied to yours, then open a cupcake and leave it in the cabin. They'll find it.
Plausible deniability.
It saves pride, hurt feelings, and most importantly, trim rams.

The teak platforms are cheaper and for many easier on the kneecaps but the aluminum is maintanence free and often a breeze to pop off for maintanence like the newer factory fiberglass swim platforms are
ask about the warranty on the finish if its going to see constant sun exposure some non uv friendly anodizings can really fade in the sun

Right on... I never asked about warranty or fading. Im forking over the money tomorrow for it so I can get it by April 15th... wife wants the platform just as bad as me. Summer is just around the corner. Thanks again.

So... I think Im gonna do a teak platform... I found one local to me that would fit perfect and its only 150 bucks LOL... I just cant come to the point of spending 1800-2k on the aluminum one... If my boat was a 28-35ft cig, than yeah I would get it, but Its a 89' 19ft powerplay. Im already goin to have to spend 500-700 on getting the 20 holes i need filled and have the transom re-gelcoated. Im sure the teak will look good on it... its classy.

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