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Viescible

The Inflatable Ladder for Boating

Safety and Comfort for All Sailboats

The Benefits of the Viescible Ladder

  • Usable in all situations (including with sails up)

  • Installation and use without requiring particular physical strength

  • Ability to climb the mast alone

  • Easier ascents and descents (hands free)

  • Dorsal anti-fall support tubes

  • Inflatable uprights acting as shock absorbers

Viescible Ladder: An Inflatable Ladder for Sailboats

     Made in Switzerland 🇨🇭, the Viescible inflatable ladder brings comfort and safety to sailing by allowing you to climb the mast of any sailboat — anytime, in any conditions!

  • An inflatable ladder designed for boating

  • Lightweight and easy to carry

  • For all sailboats – monohulls and multihulls

  • Easy to use, even single-handed

  • Quick to set up (just a few minutes)

  • Usable while sailing, at the harbor, or at anchor

  • Works even under sail

The Ladder in Action

     Unroll the ladder on deck, secure it, and hoist it to the top of the mast using any halyard.

     Once the halyard is tightened, secure the foot of the ladder and inflate it with the built-in compressor.

     To pack it away, just open the release valves and roll it up from the bottom.

What the Nautical Ladder Is Made Of?

Structure:

     The Viescible ladder consists of four vertical elements: two inflatable uprights with double bladders and two dorsal safety support tubes with single bladders. Its rungs are rigid, telescopic steps made of ultra-light carbon. By combining standardized sections, you can create a custom mast ladder tailored to the exact height of your sailboat’s mast.

Base of the Equipment:

     The reinforced base of the inflatable ladder integrates a rechargeable battery-powered compressor and a manual inflation valve. It also contains the control panel with switches to:

  • Inflate and pressurize the ladder

  • Open the release valves to deflate from the top

  • Activate the optional LED lighting system

In 2023, the Viescible inflatable mast ladder won the Gold Medal at the International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva.

Today, it is used by both professional and recreational sailors, sailing on seas all around the world.

Viescible Mast Ladder: Available Options & Accessories

Longitudinal LED Lighting

Initially created to make night operations easier, the integrated LED lighting along the inflatable uprights also adds a festive glow, combining safety with style.

Rechargeable 12V/240V External Inflator

As an additional safety feature, this external inflator complements the ladder’s integrated battery system. It connects directly to the side valves of the inflatable uprights and dorsal support tubes, ensuring reliable inflation anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to choose the right ladder height for your boat?

The Viescible ladder can be adapted to any sailboat. To choose the right size, simply take the height of your mast and add 20 cm.

👉 Example: If your mast is 13.30 m, your inflatable ladder should be 13.50 m.

Every Viescible inflatable mast ladder is delivered with a robust PVC storage bag. Designed for durability, it allows quick packing and easy storage of your equipment.

The Offshore Repair Kit

     The Viescible inflatable-upright ladder is designed to withstand the toughest conditions.

     For extra safety, especially during offshore sailing, we recommend carrying a repair and replacement kit.

     The kit includes:

  • 🧵 Fabric pieces

  • 🔧 Spare valves

  • 🩹 Repair patches

  • 🛠 Dismantling key

  • ✂️ Scissors

  • 🧶 Thread

Publications:

Feature Article / Viescible: A Ladder for Safe Mast Climbing on Sailboats
The Viescible Inflatable Ladder