Pete,
I find that "hoisting" oneself onto the boat from the front port crossbeam works best for me. I grab the port hull and the cross beam then use the buoyancy from the water (ie I push down into the water, then pull up as high as possible). At this point you need strong(er) triceps (do dips between chairs while watching your favorite TV show).
I've seen you "porpoise" out of the water many times. I can't do that. I don't doubt that strength is an issue, but so are arm and torso length.
Being short is a bitch! <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Being fat doesn't help either, but I'm back on track in that department.
