Gorilla Ladder 22ft @ THD for $99 (375lbs Capacity!)

[MINIz guy]

Man, this one went too quickly.

Plenty of the Gorilla 17' ladders at the Glasgow, DE, and Parsippany, NJ, HD's. No 22' ones could be found today.

However, the Glasgow, DE, HD has a few Werner 22' ladders for $99 also. Lower 250lb rating but it'll be fine for my uses.

 

[garrett1812]

Menards also has a 22' ladder (class 1A / 300lbs) for $99.
https://www.menards.com/main/paint/...44436672399-c-7984.htm?tid=778724928114934596

I looked at it today, looked pretty nice. They also have two different 26' ladders for $150. I went with the Mighty Multi 26' since it had wheels at the bottom.

 

[winlinmac]

Anyway to make two 22' ladders into one 44' Extension ladder?
How do you stow a long extension ladder? (pun intended)

 

[Trey T]

These 22ft ladders are a bear to use. I dread using it every time but it's the only tall one I got to access the 2nd floor. They're flimsy and if you're afraid of heights, you wont like the bounciness of the ladder when climbing.

They shouldn't make these types of ladder any taller than 17ft.

 

[kneeman]

^^^ try the 26' one if you want a pita ladder to use as an extension ladder.

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[Ed2010]

My wife wanted to go with me so I waited until this evening to go pick up one of these and they're out of stock in our area.
Update, I found a store an hour from here that had 4 so I ordered 1 for me and 1 as a gift.

Had them picked up today and they evidently sold one of mine so no gift but at least I have one for the farm now.


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[IdahoMan]

Mind if I bump this? I am about to buy a 22' multi-purpose ladder (Werner or Gorilla -unless someone can really convince me to get a LG).

-Which is most stable/solid (bouncing, rocking), particularly at full extension?
-Which has the most trusting/strong locking mechanisms?
-Which has the best foundation (feet)?
-Which has the widest rungs?

Gorilla looks attractive for price and rating.

Tahnks.

 

[Yamaguy]

I bought one of these last year for the deal price. I will say I love the ladder! It is super stable, and definitely a quality piece. I have never owned another adjustable ladder so I have no comparison.

 

[2manytools]

We own a more recent LG 22ft model, and like it a lot. Little on the heavy side, but has been more than handy. I've been on it in full extension, and while it had a little bounce, I felt stable due to the wide legs. I know the even more recent model has off-level foot adjuster built in which is pretty cool. Lot of my factoring would have to be for what you are using it for & how much it will be transported.

I think the Gorilla has a higher weight rating than our LG, but while inspecting the Gorilla in HD today, I think I prefer the machining of the rungs better on the LG. I'm sure it's nothing, but for some reason I noticed that.

If you are hauling around your ladder, but don't need the full height of it ever, I will sometimes take off the extensions that make up a 2nd A-frame. Downside is, the half that collapses doesn't have the wide feet.

 

[Hexen]

I'm not sure if this will still be the case, but when I was looking into this type of ladder a few months ago, the best deal on a name-brand Little Giant model was through lowes.com, with Amazon a close second. They're never as cheap as the 'knockoff' brands (not that those other brands aren't good too), but LG seems to usually be a little lighter for the same load-rating and length, and more of their models come with wheels and/or can do the scaffolding conversion without needing an additional purchase.

 

[2manytools]

I'm not sure if this will still be the case, but when I was looking into this type of ladder a few months ago, the best deal on a name-brand Little Giant model was through lowes.com, with Amazon a close second. They're never as cheap as the 'knockoff' brands (not that those other brands aren't good too), but LG seems to usually be a little lighter for the same load-rating and length, and more of their models come with wheels and/or can do the scaffolding conversion without needing an additional purchase.

my only complaint on the wheels is I wish they were on an articulating arm or something to swing out, giving another couple inches clearance when pulling the ladder on the wheels. Ladder will catch while pulling sometimes.

 

[timdgsr]

These 22ft ladders are a bear to use. I dread using it every time but it's the only tall one I got to access the 2nd floor. They're flimsy and if you're afraid of heights, you wont like the bounciness of the ladder when climbing.

They shouldn't make these types of ladder any taller than 17ft.

I have a Werner MT22 rated for 3hundy, and it's the same story.

They weigh a ton, pain to set up for quick work, bouncy when extended very far.

However, the worst part to me is the foot pegs. I can't speak for Gorilla, but I assume they're similar. When the ladder isn't fully extended, the footpegs are side by side, so you have a decent stepping platform. When you extend the ladder, the footpegs are half width and freakin hurt to stand on for more than a few minutes.

 

[EOC_Jason]

I don't know why people complain they are heavy... Try manhandling an 18' wooden a-frame ladder... These ladders will seem like a feather afterwards...

 

[Hexen]

I have a Werner MT22 rated for 3hundy, and it's the same story.

They weigh a ton, pain to set up for quick work, bouncy when extended very far.

However, the worst part to me is the foot pegs. I can't speak for Gorilla, but I assume they're similar. When the ladder isn't fully extended, the footpegs are side by side, so you have a decent stepping platform. When you extend the ladder, the footpegs are half width and freakin hurt to stand on for more than a few minutes.

I guess you're talking about the rungs? I suggest looking up the "Little Giant work platform", which AFAIK should be compatible with any of the knockoff brands too. They have a Youtube video demonstrating how it flips in and out. Makes a much more comfortable standing area when you'll be working at a certain height for a while. Lowes.com was the best place to order one when I looked a few months ago.

 

[timdgsr]

I guess you're talking about the rungs? I suggest looking up the "Little Giant work platform", which AFAIK should be compatible with any of the knockoff brands too. They have a Youtube video demonstrating how it flips in and out. Makes a much more comfortable standing area when you'll be working at a certain height for a while. Lowes.com was the best place to order one when I looked a few months ago.

Haha, yep. I posted that quick while working earlier and could not think of the proper word. Getting older *****.

I’ll take a look at that platform. Thanks!

 

[cajunfirehawk]

4/10/2018, they are $99 again!

 

[txusa03]

From the pic, looks like the wheels are an optional features.

 

[Hexen]

From the pic, looks like the wheels are an optional features.

There are two versions of the $99 Gorilla ladder. The one without wheels is more widely available, but some stores still have some with wheels. If you find any of those, they are $99 too. The model number has a "W" added on the end for wheels, and the wheels are visible through the shrinkwrap package. Wheels can also be purchased separately for ones that come without wheels, but it runs like $30 extra.

 

[aka Larry]

I've seen theses type ladders on TV (never used one) but never had any interest until now.

I currently have a typical 6 ft. fiberglass step ladder, and a 24' aluminum extension ladder. My problem is that any work in the the ceiling of my shop (running EMT, adding air lines, etc.) is neither of my ladders are the right tool for the job.

I looked at the Gorilla website and it says in the step ladder configuration (22' version) the reach is 13'-2". I think that might work for what I need, but I'm not sure. My walls are 10' and at the peak my roof is about 14'-6".

In the past, I've rented a 12' fiberglass step ladder to do the work I needed, and considered buying one, but $300 for a ladder I've used about 4 times my whole life...I just couldn't pull the trigger.

You guys think this one would work for what I need (in it's step ladder configuration)? That price sure is attractive.

 

[W_E_S]

Just bought my 2nd one. $99 is a steal

 

[EOC_Jason]

In the past, I've rented a 12' fiberglass step ladder to do the work I needed, and considered buying one, but $300 for a ladder I've used about 4 times my whole life...I just couldn't pull the trigger.

You guys think this one would work for what I need (in it's step ladder configuration)? That price sure is attractive.

The ladder is going to be 9' high, and if you are 6' tall plus able to reach another 2' or so above your head... It might be just tall enough to reach the peak.

Buy one and try it out, if it's too short you can always return it.

I've had a few times where I needed just a few more inches so I stacked some pallets with plywood on top for the extra reach.

 

[Fatboy148]

I've had a few times where I needed just a few more inches so I stacked some pallets with plywood on top for the extra reach.

Made me read what you wrote a couple times.

I might suggest that the pallets and plywood go underneath the ladder!

 

[EOC_Jason]

LOL, I meant pallets on ground, then plywood on top of pallets (to cover gaps between boards on pallets)... Then ladder...

 

[Hexen]

Some Home Depot locations may have the 26ft Gorilla with wheels marked down to $65 now, if the 22ft model isn't enough...
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showpost.php?p=7140588&postcount=826

 

[W_E_S]

Some Home Depot locations may have the 26ft Gorilla with wheels marked down to $65 now, if the 22ft model isn't enough...
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showpost.php?p=7140588&postcount=826

Says $274 on my end

 

[aka Larry]

Snagged a 22 ft. after work yesterday. Had to drive an hour each way, but I hoping it was worth it. Time will tell.

 

[RRich]

I haven't unwrapped mine yet but I'm disappointed that the Model 22 ladder is really 18'10". Rating a ladder by how far a person can safely reach is a new one for me.

 

[Hexen]

I haven't unwrapped mine yet but I'm disappointed that the Model 22 ladder is really 18'10". Rating a ladder by how far a person can safely reach is a new one for me.

Yeah, it's dumb (people aren't all a standard size ) but unfortunately I think that's the 'industry standard' for this type of multi-position ladder. (I bet it's Little Giant's fault, lol.) Always double-check the actual size specs before buying one.

 

[Hexen]

Says $274 on my end

It's a location-specific clearance price, that if you had one of the lucky locations nearby, you probably would have to go in person to get. Different from the $99 nationwide sale but thought it was worth pointing out here anyway.

 

[Hexen]

And for people in the market for the shorter size, rumor has it that the 17ft Gorilla ladder will be on sale nationwide on Memorial Day weekend. Last year's sale price on that size was $79.

 

[thesilverone]

grabbed one. Thanks guys!

 

[FloorPaint]

I haven't unwrapped mine yet but I'm disappointed that the Model 22 ladder is really 18'10". Rating a ladder by how far a person can safely reach is a new one for me.

There's actually some logic to it. With extension ladders, you lose about 3 feet in working length to the overlap between the two sections. For example, a 24-foot extension ladder consists of two 12-foot sections, but their combined length at full extension is only about 21 feet.

With multi-position ladders, there's no overlap to take into account when you use them as a straight ladder. So, the Model 22 is roughly equivalent to a 22-foot extension ladder, with a working length of ~19 feet.

 

[Hexen]

There's actually some logic to it. With extension ladders, you lose about 3 feet in working length to the overlap between the two sections. For example, a 24-foot extension ladder consists of two 12-foot sections, but their combined length at full extension is only about 21 feet.

With multi-position ladders, there's no overlap to take into account when you use them as a straight ladder. So, the Model 22 is roughly equivalent to a 22-foot extension ladder, with a working length of ~19 feet.

Ah! That makes so much more sense than claiming it's the length someone can reach. If only the multi-position ladder companies had used that explanation in their marketing instead.

 

[gregpack]

I've got the 17 and although heavier than a fiberglass 1A it is very sturdy and stable.