Ok to stand on?

[MassDave]

I have an old 16 ft fiberglass runabout. Is it ok to stand on the front of the boat. I never have but my kids always ask to sit on the front when we are anchored. Just want to make sure fiberglass is strong enough to hold them.

 

[Fisherball]

Re: Ok to stand on?

Check under the front deck & see what it's made of, how strong, etc. I broke the support off my old boat between the top deck & frame member by standing on it. Completely seperated the fiberglass from the support. I stopped standing on it.

 

[MassDave]

Re: Ok to stand on?

Doesn't seem like there is much under it. Mainly just the fiberglass and a few small aluminum supports.

 

[Bondo]

Re: Ok to stand on?

Ayuh,... Can't see yer boat, but I'd guess 100/ 150lbs would be alright at anchor...