Thanks Al,
I'll be anxious to see your pictures and hear your impressions. I think I am looking for a simplier solution than a winch-operated lift. The stand or rack I have in mind would utilize four dock posts (pipe) and be adjustable by raising and lowering the pipe brackets. Kind of a pain -but we do it all summer with the dock! My bigger question is probably around whether to use treated lumber or pipe. I'm not a welder so I lean toward wood. I also have intersts around any kind of roller system that might be utilized to help push the boat onto the rack. Thanks for your reply - sail on sailor!
Terry