Windline Boarding Handles
Safe, Removable Boarding Handles from a Trusted Marine Brand
Getting on and off a boat — especially from a swim platform or boarding ladder in choppy conditions — is one of those moments where a solid handhold makes all the difference. Windline, a California-based marine hardware manufacturer with roots going back to 1978, has built a decades-long reputation for solving exactly these kinds of practical access challenges aboard vessels of all sizes. Their boarding handles are a natural extension of that expertise, offering boaters a clever, no-drill grab-point solution that installs and removes in seconds.
The Windline BH-1 Boarding Handle: Clever Design, Proven Performance
The flagship Windline BH-1 Boarding Handle stands out for its uniquely practical design philosophy. Its unique design fits in flush-mount 30° fishing rod holders to provide a secure, yet removable handhold when coming aboard — meaning no permanent installation hardware, no deck drilling, and no compromised hull integrity. For boat owners who already have standard rod holders on the gunwale or transom, the BH-1 simply drops right in.
This all-stainless-steel device fits in flush-mount fishing rod holders to provide a secure handhold, is constructed of 1¼" and 1" thick wall tubing, and features a push button to disassemble for compact stowage. That two-piece push-button construction means the handle can be broken down and tucked away below deck when not in use — a detail that matters on boats where deck space is at a premium.
Built for the Marine Environment
The BH-1 is electropolished to prevent corrosion , a finishing process Windline applies across many of its stainless steel products to enhance both durability and appearance in the harsh saltwater environment. All Windline items come with a lifetime warranty, ensuring long-lasting performance and customer satisfaction. That confidence in materials and construction is part of what has made Windline a go-to supplier for major boat manufacturers for generations.
More Than Just a Boarding Aid
The BH-1's usefulness extends beyond simply helping passengers step aboard. It is also handy for holding shore-power cords or hoses off the deck while in the slip — a secondary function that makes it genuinely versatile dock-side gear. Whether you're helping elderly guests aboard, managing a rocking boat at the dock, or just keeping cable clutter off the deck, this handle earns its keep.
Windline's main asset is their ability to custom fabricate ideas into a product that is superior in quality and performance , and the BH-1 embodies exactly that ethos: a purpose-built, thoughtfully engineered solution to a common boating challenge. Explore the full range of boarding handles or browse everything Windline has to offer for your vessel's access and deck hardware needs.