True. But then you have to step down into or over the engine well and avoild all the rigging.
I completely understand why they put it where they did. Grady isn't targeting the hard core fishermen, they are persuing the family fisherman market. That became obvious when the Sailfish went eurotransom and even moreso when the 265 was put to bed. Putting the ladder on the same side as the door makes momma and the kids happier...and there's probably a greater likelihook of a 100 lb. boy or girl going through that door than a 200 lb. tuna.
IMO, most guys looking to run to the canyons every weekend are going to look at other boats (at least I would).
Great looking rid townvet. I dig the lack of stripes and logos! Did the same thing on my old Sailfish. :goodjob