Is the rail high enough to hold on to if you are on the top step - and do you feel secure on it, even though it is lightweight? Thanks.
1064974
On the 6' ladder the top rail is about 24" above the top step: too low to hold on to but high enough to brace your legs against for stability.
1064975
The top "rail" would be slightly below your hand level when your hands are at your side. The ladder feels secure to me when standing on the top rail.
1064976
Oh yes, and it has a small tray at the top too. When I was hanging pictures, I used the tray to hold my small level, hammer and nails. Buy it, you will not be disappointed! I did buy the shorter one though, 4 foot high platform with only one step. Surprisingly it was more expensive but I am glad I did!
1064977
I suppose you could hold onto the top rail, although I don't know why you would want to. Yes, it is very secure even though lightweight, very well built.
1064978
03-12-2015 17:28I'm 6'.2" tall over 200lb, when I stand on the platform the top rail it is high enough for me to pull my self up, the tray will hold my tools/ small fitting.Sometimes I need to be higher so I stand on my toes just to reach where I need to be. I feel perfectly comfortable & best of all it is supper LIGHT!!!!Horst
1064979
Oh yes, and it has a small tray at the top too. When I was hanging pictures, I used the tray to hold my small level, hammer and nails. Buy it, you will not be disappointed!
25335
I have vertigo and a bad knee and hip. I feel safe and secure using this stool. Stepping up is ok, but with the vertigo, stepping down can be scary - I hold the handle, turn, and step off sideways.
1322423
I think it feels a little wobbly. Once you click it all the way open it still has more movement than is ideal for me. It doesn't feel like it's going to collapse but it doesn't give me loads of confidence either.
307832
It's not light, but as a small female I have carried it up and down stairs myself, and feel like with some effort I could manage to get it up in an rv cab. It's more an issue of it being long and wanting to unfold, so with two people I don't think you'll have any problem.
936443
Not really. I weigh about 125 lbs and don't believe someone much heavier would feel secure on them. I use on a padded/carpeted floor which may be part of the problem. Also there is a plastic part that is supposed to be at the lower edge of the upper/outer pedestal tube and stay between the 2 tubes. This part has often slid down and I have to re-insert it into the upper tube. Also the foot rest is too high in relation to the seat, so my legs feel too bent.
1300869
I put the edges of the rungs at my heels which aids in balance and the remainder of my foot is on the rung. I have not experienced a problem with this. I can say that this is the most stable step ladder I have ever been on, period. Hope this helps!
1720055
You will have no trouble placing this ramp over the three steps. Ours is used for our motorhome and access for the elders into the family vehicle. There is a lip that sits on top of the step or bumper so that it is steady and safe for my giant breed dogs to climb up and down the ramp. No fastening necessary. We are really happy with it, but it's on the heavy side. It is wider and opens longer than any others we have looked at.
568632
Yes it sure is my Granddaughter just loves it. It is close to floor and stays in one place. No high falls so no getting hurt. Great for beginners. My Granddaughter is 9.
1095437
No, very light. I would recommend looking at my review on it. Don't move it with your feet, legs, knees, etc. the legs WILL buckle. You have to pick it up and move it every time
1431140
yes, if secured properly- i have used it to hold on to and pull myself up , with assist from the rear step. there is room under the rack for you to place your foot while climbimg over or stepping to the side as i do on my Kawasaki
25339
I find that it is very secure the handle is about waist high and I'm 5'3' approx. .Me and my husband use a shower mat over the step so it doesn't get all wet.When I was looking for a step stool I was interested in that also.
1102621
The woman I take care of (120 lbs.) uses the rail for security and balance when transferring in and out of bed to power chair. It's pretty sturdy since the rails go quite far under the mattress. I suppose a really heavy person who put a lot of weight on it could possibly bend it or snap it, but I haven't had the experience so can't really answer. If you're looking for something to help maintain balance while taking a step or two, this would certainly do it. But I wouldn't put full body weight, regardless of size, on this or much of anything else as far as that goes.
355492
If you have a flat piece of wood as your top rail, the hanger has a crook in it that you just slide onto the rail. It doesn't hold anything heavy though; it will bend.
1938799
It is not heavy, and it sits quite high on my stag arms ar. As for the m4 front sight Not positive on that one.
1962275
It is lightweight. You will not have problem lifting. I have taken it upstairs myself.
1949377
I have mine secured for safety as I have large pets that knock everything over. Mine is also on Carpet but if no kids or pets I would feel secure with it just sitting level on the floor. Hope that helps
2072230
No, it is not too heavy. I have 2 flights of stairs in my home and carry mine frequently.