8 replies to this topic

[bigbluemountain]

Hello...we're newly registered users, but have enjoyed reading your posts for quite a while.

We are finally getting our All-Terrain camper in October, and wonder what you folks recommend

for stairs (for getting from the ground into the camper).

 

I see there are a few collapsable versions with a railing, which I prefer, and would love to know your thoughts on the best style/brands, etc.

 

Thanks, everyone!

[Ethergore]

I don't like to carry anything I don't have to so I have a hitch step. I also own some accordion stairs but they just take up too much space.

I see a lot of people with plastic stairs that are light enough to throw on top of stuff if necessary. I've never seen any stairs with a hand rail but haven't looked.

[highz]

Welcome to the forum, bigbluemountain, and congrats on ordering your ATC!

 

There are some threads on steps if you search around on the forum. I guess what steps you will like will depend on your particular needs. I have collapsible aluminum scissor steps and like them, because my dog can use them. Don't think she could handle a hitch-mounted step or some plastic folding steps. There is a grab handle on the camper that is enough security for me when using steps without a rail. 

[JHa6av8r]

After seeing a post here, I recently changed to the Xtend & Climb Stable Step WT3.  One of the best things I've purchased for the camper.

 

http://www.xtendandclimb.com/wt-3.html

[billharr]

I like my hitch mounted steps. They are the first thing out of the camper and the last thing in. I store them against the read side dinette seat with a bungie cord. 

[craig333]

I may have to start carrying my step again at least until I can teach the dog to jump up. He hops up on the picnic table, I don't know why he doesn't think he can't jump into the camper.

[Lighthawk]

After seeing a post here, I recently changed to the Xtendon & Climb Stable Step WT3. One of the best things I've purchased for the camper.

http://www.xtendandclimb.com/wt-3.html

Our camper came with a similar set of stairs. The dogs like it and do do we. I figured out a way to mount the stairs to the back of our Hawk. They are also essential when we load kayaks.

[shoestring]

Our camper came with a similar set of stairs. The dogs like it and do do we. I figured out a way to mount the stairs to the back of our Hawk. They are also essential when we load kayaks.

Any pics of the mount set-up?

 

Also, does the handle fold down on the WT3?

[Lighthawk]

Any pics of the mount set-up?

 

Also, does the handle fold down on the WT3?

 

I've written about it here (scroll down)

 

I should document the setup with photos.  The ladder sits on top of the factory rear steps.  I fabbed a piece of 1/4" aluminum which slips through the step, locking the ladder into place.  A strap secures the top to the upper step.  I've placed heavy felt at the few points of contact and have a few scuffs from this mount.  But then, my camper has a few scuffs in a variety of places from good use. 

 

Our handle  / railing folds down and we rarely use it.  I could use it when we load kayaks, but the treads are very wide and I feel okay without the front guard rail when loading boats.