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Alison (correct spelling ) has a wonderful boat, smaller than cattle boats, but really big and roomy. I think that's why it's named the Maximus. It's amazing that she doesn't charge more.Scuba with Allison is a rare smaller boat that we stepped off if I remember correctly.
S/he is wearing boy/girl pants but said s/he has a back problem that is irritated with backroll.Put on your big boy/girl pants
That sounds dangerous, but then I am a klutz.You can walk off (giant stride) any boat as long as you are comfortable stepping over the ladder.
Cattleboat!Scuba Club Cozumel.
Put on your big boy/girl pants
You could probably get the captain to assist you in doing a controlled seated entry from the edge. You might also get assistance in putting your gear on in the water. Although I'm not sure why a back entry would be hard on the back. You shouldn't really be rolling or twisting your back, just falling backwards.