WO2012108774A1 - Foldable carrying device - Google Patents
Foldable carrying device Download PDFInfo
- Publication number
- WO2012108774A1 WO2012108774A1 PCT/NO2012/000015 NO2012000015W WO2012108774A1 WO 2012108774 A1 WO2012108774 A1 WO 2012108774A1 NO 2012000015 W NO2012000015 W NO 2012000015W WO 2012108774 A1 WO2012108774 A1 WO 2012108774A1
- Authority
- WO
- WIPO (PCT)
- Prior art keywords
- carrying device
- shoulder strap
- grip
- loop
- fastening means
- Prior art date
Links
Classifications
-
- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
- A45F—TRAVELLING OR CAMP EQUIPMENT: SACKS OR PACKS CARRIED ON THE BODY
- A45F3/00—Travelling or camp articles; Sacks or packs carried on the body
- A45F3/14—Carrying-straps; Pack-carrying harnesses
-
- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
- A63C—SKATES; SKIS; ROLLER SKATES; DESIGN OR LAYOUT OF COURTS, RINKS OR THE LIKE
- A63C11/00—Accessories for skiing or snowboarding
- A63C11/02—Devices for stretching, clamping or pressing skis or snowboards for transportation or storage
- A63C11/023—Carrying-devices
- A63C11/025—Carrying-devices for skis or ski-sticks
Definitions
- the present invention concerns a carrying device to carry an elongated object and a method for using the carrying device.
- Patent document US 2884172 A discloses a carrying device for carrying guns, where the carrying device comprises an adjustable holder.
- a ski carrying device is known from patent publication US 5400937 A.
- the carrying device comprises an adjustable carrying strap, a pocket for the skis and a loop for fixing the skis.
- the purpose of the present invention is to provide a device and a method that addresses at least one of these problems while retaining the benefits of prior art.
- a carrying device for an elongated object characterized in that the carrying devices is foldable and comprises an adjustable upper and lower grip loop, where the grip loops are connected with an adjustable shoulder strap.
- the present invention relates to a method for using the carrying device, comprising the steps of; disposing the upper grip loop around the upper section of the object, disposing the lower grip loop around the lower section of the object, and adjusting the grip loop and/or shoulder strap.
- Figure 1 shows the carrying device during use.
- Figure 2 shows the upper grip loop disposed around an elongated object.
- Figure 3 shows the lower grip loop disposed around an elongated object.
- Figure 4 displays a detailed sketch of the upper grip loop.
- Figure 4a shows details of the fastening mechanism of the grip loop.
- Figure 5 shows a detailed sketch of the lower grip loop.
- Figure 6 shows a folded carrying device
- Figure 1 shows a carrying device for an elongated object according to the invention.
- the carrying device is preferably made of straps and/or textile that can be folded, and has dimensions and other characteristics making it convenient to use, and to fold and stow away when not in use. This is described in greater detail below.
- the carrying device comprises an upper adjustable grip loop 1 and a lower adjustable grip loop 2 where the grip loops 1, 2 are linked together through an adjustable shoulder strap 5 which constitutes the carrying section.
- the grip loops 1, 2, have at least one cross-piece extending laterally from the shoulder strap.
- the cross-piece(s) of the upper grip loop 1 can be wrapped around the upper section of the elongated object and attached to each other and/or to the shoulder strap 5, by the first fastening means 6.
- the cross-piece (s) of the lower grip loop 2 may be wrapped around the lower part of the elongated object and attached to each other and/or to the shoulder strap 5 by means of the second fastening means 6 '.
- the first 6 and the second 6 ' fastening means can be of different types, such as a buckle or a velcro. In a preferred embodiment they are of the same type, i.e. both are adjustable buckles or both are velcros. A fewer number of different component types can be expected to reduce production costs.
- the lower grip loop 2 also comprises a longitudinal piece 4 in the extension of the shoulder strap 5 at its lower end, where the longitudinal piece 4 is disposed around the elongated object lower end.
- the cross-pieces of the grip loops 1,2 are fastened with e.g. velcro, a buckle or in any other suitable manner around the elongated object.
- the adjustable shoulder strap 5 comprises a third fastening means 3, which can be of the same type as the first and second fastening means mentioned above. Alternatively, the third fastening means can be of a different type.
- the shoulder strap comprises a fastening buckle, e.g. made of plastic, because such a fastening buckle will permit higher loads than a velcro.
- the length of the shoulder strap 5 can be adjusted by the fastening buckle 3 to fit the the length of the shoulder strap to the carrying height of the user and the length of the elongated object.
- the carrying device may be folded into a compact device by folding both the grip loops 1, 2, and the shoulder strap 5, and fastening it in folded state by one of the fastening means 3, 6, 6 '.
- a method for use of the carrying device comprises the steps of wrapping the upper grip loop 1 around an upper section of an elongated object; wrapping the lower grip loop 2 around the lower section of the elongated object and adjusting the grip loops and/or the shoulder strap.
- grip loop may be a closed loops with a mechanism for adjustment.
- the grip loops may however be opened completely, and thereby in a easy way be entwined to the elongated object.
- each grip loop 1 , 2 is attached to itself by being placed one above the other and/or attached to the shoulder strap 5.
- the longitudinal piece 4, which is an extension of the shoulder strap 5 is disposed around the lower end of the elongated object. The longitudinal piece will prevent the object from sliding down through the grip loop, and should therefore be provided with a grip capable to withstand the expected load of the object to be carried, such as the weight of any kind of skis.
- the carrying device can easily be folded into a compact unit. By opening the fastening buckle 3, the carrying device is divided in two units and the carrying device is folded together by folding the grip loop 1, 2 and the shoulder strap 5, and the carrying device remains folded by one of the fastening means 3, 6, 6 '.
- the carrying device for the elongated object comprises adjustable components that may be aligned to various sizes of the elongated object to be carried, and to individual requirements of the users.
- the carrying device may be used to carry any elongated object.
- Elongated objects to which the carrying device is suitable are for example, all types of skis, boards, etc. While carrying skis the cross-pieces of the grip loops 1, 2 will keep the skis together when the cross-pieces are disposed around the skis and fastened.
- the cross-pieces may be fastened with velcro, but all known suitable fastening mechanisms could be used.
- the design of the grip loops enables a flexible adjustment to e.g. different kind of skis with different width and size.
- Padding material disposed in the grip loops on the faces facing toward the object will extend the durability of the carrying device due to less wear from e.g. sharp steel edges.
- the padding material will also protect the skis. This is especially useful for protecting the rear end of the skis, which are often a weak point and could easily be damaged, e.g. by hitting the ground.
- the carrying device could consist of any suitable material, e.g., cordura, or other materials with similar properties that meet the requirement of strength and flexibility.
- the fastening buckle 3 is in the preferred embodiment made of plastic, but can alternatively be made of metal, composite, or any other suitable materials.
- the carrying device is easy to pack into a small compact unit when not in use.
- the folded carrying device is the size of a wallet and have no loose straps or similar when folded. It is therefore very easy to bring with when it is not in use.
- the carrying device having a small volume and is easy to bring along, it is also easily wrapped around the object, e.g. skis, and provide a convenient manner of carrying the object.
Landscapes
- Purses, Travelling Bags, Baskets, Or Suitcases (AREA)
- Materials For Medical Uses (AREA)
- Organic Low-Molecular-Weight Compounds And Preparation Thereof (AREA)
- Auxiliary Devices For And Details Of Packaging Control (AREA)
Abstract
A foldable carrying device comprising an adjustable upper and lower grip loop, where the grip loops are linked together with an adjustable shoulder strap. The carrying device may be folded into a compact device.
Description
Foldable carrying device
Field of the invention
The present invention concerns a carrying device to carry an elongated object and a method for using the carrying device.
Background of the invention
Several carrying devices for equipment carried on the back, and attached by a shoulder strap are known. Patent document US 2884172 A discloses a carrying device for carrying guns, where the carrying device comprises an adjustable holder.
A ski carrying device is known from patent publication US 5400937 A. The carrying device comprises an adjustable carrying strap, a pocket for the skis and a loop for fixing the skis.
These carrying devices are relatively difficult to handle and are relatively large when they are not in use. The fastening mechanisms and design make them relatively difficult to use, to take on and off, and unsuitable for carrying some kinds of equipment.
The purpose of the present invention is to provide a device and a method that addresses at least one of these problems while retaining the benefits of prior art.
Summary of the invention
This is achieved according to the invention by providing a carrying device for an elongated object characterized in that the carrying devices is foldable and comprises an adjustable upper and lower grip loop, where the grip loops are connected with an adjustable shoulder strap. In another aspect the present invention relates to a method for using the carrying device, comprising the steps of; disposing the upper grip loop around the upper section of the object, disposing the lower grip loop around the lower section of the object, and adjusting the grip loop and/or shoulder strap.
Further preferred embodiments of the invention are disclosed in the dependent claims.
Brief description of the drawings
The present invention will be described in greater detail in the following with reference to the exemplary embodiments shown in the drawings, in which:
Figure 1 shows the carrying device during use.
Figure 2 shows the upper grip loop disposed around an elongated object.
Figure 3 shows the lower grip loop disposed around an elongated object.
Figure 4 displays a detailed sketch of the upper grip loop.
Figure 4a shows details of the fastening mechanism of the grip loop.
Figure 5 shows a detailed sketch of the lower grip loop.
Figure 6 shows a folded carrying device.
Detailed description of a preferred embodiment
Figure 1 shows a carrying device for an elongated object according to the invention. The carrying device is preferably made of straps and/or textile that can be folded, and has dimensions and other characteristics making it convenient to use, and to fold and stow away when not in use. This is described in greater detail below.
The carrying device comprises an upper adjustable grip loop 1 and a lower adjustable grip loop 2 where the grip loops 1, 2 are linked together through an adjustable shoulder strap 5 which constitutes the carrying section.
The grip loops 1, 2, have at least one cross-piece extending laterally from the shoulder strap. The cross-piece(s) of the upper grip loop 1 can be wrapped around the upper section of the elongated object and attached to each other and/or to the shoulder strap 5, by the first fastening means 6. The cross-piece (s) of the lower grip loop 2 may be wrapped around the lower part of the elongated object and attached to each other and/or to the shoulder strap 5 by means of the second fastening means 6 '. The first 6 and the second 6 ' fastening means can be of different types, such as a buckle or a velcro. In a preferred embodiment they are of the same type, i.e. both are adjustable buckles or both are velcros. A fewer number of different component types can be expected to reduce production costs.
The lower grip loop 2 also comprises a longitudinal piece 4 in the extension of the shoulder strap 5 at its lower end, where the longitudinal piece 4 is disposed around the elongated object lower end. The cross-pieces of the grip loops 1,2 are fastened with e.g. velcro, a buckle or in any other suitable manner around the elongated object.
The adjustable shoulder strap 5 comprises a third fastening means 3, which can be of the same type as the first and second fastening means mentioned above.
Alternatively, the third fastening means can be of a different type. In a preferred embodiment the shoulder strap comprises a fastening buckle, e.g. made of plastic, because such a fastening buckle will permit higher loads than a velcro. The length of the shoulder strap 5 can be adjusted by the fastening buckle 3 to fit the the length of the shoulder strap to the carrying height of the user and the length of the elongated object.
The carrying device may be folded into a compact device by folding both the grip loops 1, 2, and the shoulder strap 5, and fastening it in folded state by one of the fastening means 3, 6, 6 '.
A method for use of the carrying device comprises the steps of wrapping the upper grip loop 1 around an upper section of an elongated object; wrapping the lower grip loop 2 around the lower section of the elongated object and adjusting the grip loops and/or the shoulder strap. It should be understood that grip loop may be a closed loops with a mechanism for adjustment. In a preferred embodiment the grip loops may however be opened completely, and thereby in a easy way be entwined to the elongated object.
In the preferred embodiment each grip loop 1 , 2 is attached to itself by being placed one above the other and/or attached to the shoulder strap 5. Further the longitudinal piece 4, which is an extension of the shoulder strap 5, is disposed around the lower end of the elongated object. The longitudinal piece will prevent the object from sliding down through the grip loop, and should therefore be provided with a grip capable to withstand the expected load of the object to be carried, such as the weight of any kind of skis.
The carrying device can easily be folded into a compact unit. By opening the fastening buckle 3, the carrying device is divided in two units and the carrying device is folded together by folding the grip loop 1, 2 and the shoulder strap 5, and the carrying device remains folded by one of the fastening means 3, 6, 6 '.
The carrying device for the elongated object comprises adjustable components that may be aligned to various sizes of the elongated object to be carried, and to individual requirements of the users. The carrying device may be used to carry any elongated object. Elongated objects to which the carrying device is suitable, are for example, all types of skis, boards, etc. While carrying skis the cross-pieces of the grip loops 1, 2 will keep the skis together when the cross-pieces are disposed around the skis and fastened. The cross-pieces may be fastened with velcro, but all known suitable fastening mechanisms could be used. The design of the grip loops enables a flexible adjustment to e.g. different kind of skis with different width and size.
Padding material disposed in the grip loops on the faces facing toward the object will extend the durability of the carrying device due to less wear from e.g. sharp steel edges. The padding material will also protect the skis. This is especially useful for
protecting the rear end of the skis, which are often a weak point and could easily be damaged, e.g. by hitting the ground.
The carrying device could consist of any suitable material, e.g., cordura, or other materials with similar properties that meet the requirement of strength and flexibility. The fastening buckle 3 is in the preferred embodiment made of plastic, but can alternatively be made of metal, composite, or any other suitable materials.
The carrying device is easy to pack into a small compact unit when not in use. The folded carrying device is the size of a wallet and have no loose straps or similar when folded. It is therefore very easy to bring with when it is not in use. In addition to the carrying device having a small volume and is easy to bring along, it is also easily wrapped around the object, e.g. skis, and provide a convenient manner of carrying the object.
While the invention has been described using specific examples and a limited number of embodiments, those skilled in the art, having benefit of this disclosure , will appreciate that other embodiments can be devised which do not depart from the scope of the invention as defined in the accompanying claims.
Claims
1. Carrying device for an elongated object characterised in that the carrying devices is foldable and comprises an adjustable upper and lower grip loop (1,2), where the grip loops (1,2) are connected with an adjustable shoulder strap (5).
2. The carrying device of claim 1, wherein each grip loop (1, 2) has at least one cross-piece extending laterally from the shoulder strap, and where the cross-piece(s) of the upper grip loop (1) can be disposed around the upper section of the object and be attached to each other and/or to the shoulder strap (5) by first fastening means 6, and cross-piece (s) of the lower grip loop (2) can be disposed around the lower part of the elongated object and attached to each other and/or to the shoulder strap (5) by the second fastening means (6').
3. The carrying device of one of claims 1-2, further comprising a longitudinal piece (4) extending longitudinally from a lower end of the shoulder strap (5), the longitudinal piece (4) is adapted to be disposed around an end of the object.
4. The carrying device of one of claims 1-3, where the adjustable shoulder strap (5) comprises a third fastening means (3), and where the carrying device may be folded into a compact device by that the grip loops (1, 2) and the shoulder strap (5) are folded and fixed in folded state by one of the fastening means 3, 6, 6 '.
5. The carrying device of claim 4, where the third fastening means (3) is a fastening buckle, and the length of the shoulder strap (5) can be adjusted by the fastening buckle (3).
6. The carrying device of one of claims 1-5, where at least one of grip loops (1, 2) is coated with a padding material on the side facing the object.
7. Method for using the carrying device according to claim 1, comprising the steps of:
disposing the upper grip loop (1) around the upper section of the object,
disposing the lower grip loop (2) around the lower section of the object, and adjusting the grip loop and/or shoulder strap.
8. The method of claim 7, wherein disposing the upper and/or lower grip loops involves attaching the cross-pieces, of the grip loops 1,2, to each other by placing one above the other and/or to the shoulder strap (5).
9. The method of one of claims 7 or 8, further comprising the step of disposing a longitudinal piece (4) extending longitudinally from the lower end of the shoulder strap (5), around to an end of the object.
10. The method of one of claims 7-9, further comprising; folding the carrying device into a compact device, and lock the carrying device in its folded state by using one of the fastening means 3, 6, 6 '.
Priority Applications (2)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
---|---|---|---|
EP12745148.2A EP2672863A4 (en) | 2011-02-07 | 2012-02-07 | Foldable carrying device |
US13/983,408 US9648940B2 (en) | 2011-02-07 | 2012-02-07 | Foldable carrying device |
Applications Claiming Priority (2)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
---|---|---|---|
NO20110293 | 2011-02-07 | ||
NO20110293 | 2011-02-07 |
Publications (2)
Publication Number | Publication Date |
---|---|
WO2012108774A1 true WO2012108774A1 (en) | 2012-08-16 |
WO2012108774A8 WO2012108774A8 (en) | 2013-04-25 |
Family
ID=46638814
Family Applications (1)
Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
---|---|---|---|
PCT/NO2012/000015 WO2012108774A1 (en) | 2011-02-07 | 2012-02-07 | Foldable carrying device |
Country Status (4)
Country | Link |
---|---|
US (1) | US9648940B2 (en) |
EP (1) | EP2672863A4 (en) |
NO (1) | NO334318B1 (en) |
WO (1) | WO2012108774A1 (en) |
Families Citing this family (2)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US20140054336A1 (en) * | 2011-03-09 | 2014-02-27 | Fernando Conde Rodriguez | Device for Transporting Skiing Equipment |
US20140014697A1 (en) * | 2011-06-14 | 2014-01-16 | Function LLC | Sports Equipment Carrying System |
Citations (2)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US2884172A (en) * | 1956-07-30 | 1959-04-28 | James J Kubo | Gun sling |
US5400937A (en) * | 1993-11-29 | 1995-03-28 | Rottenberg; Jason L. | Ski and ski pole carrying device |
Family Cites Families (18)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
CH265068A (en) * | 1947-06-12 | 1949-11-15 | Oppliger Henri | Device for carrying a pair of skis. |
CH405132A (en) * | 1963-09-26 | 1965-12-31 | Wismer Jules | Device for carrying the skis |
US4114838A (en) * | 1976-11-22 | 1978-09-19 | Knauf James E | Carrier for skis and ski poles |
US4456284A (en) * | 1983-01-27 | 1984-06-26 | Saka James Y | Convertible skier seat and ski carrier |
US4518107A (en) * | 1983-06-22 | 1985-05-21 | Ski Pack International, Inc. | Carrier system for ski equipment |
US4903875A (en) * | 1986-05-20 | 1990-02-27 | Smart Peter E | Ski-carrying device |
CH671162A5 (en) * | 1987-07-21 | 1989-08-15 | Heinz Rohrer Enzensperger | |
FR2628648B1 (en) * | 1988-03-18 | 1992-05-22 | Hoffman Georges | SKI RACK |
US4911347A (en) * | 1988-09-28 | 1990-03-27 | Wilhite Daniel W | Carrier and locking seal for articulated drawing tubes and other cylindrical objects with slip on end caps |
US4979659A (en) | 1990-02-07 | 1990-12-25 | Boyd Kenneth B | Air bottle support harness |
US5575412A (en) * | 1992-06-12 | 1996-11-19 | Arias; Fred | Ski carrier |
US5335835A (en) * | 1993-05-04 | 1994-08-09 | Hogan Larry E | Ski equipment carrying strap |
US5383587A (en) * | 1993-07-12 | 1995-01-24 | Carpenter; Gary L. | Device for carrying elongated ski equipment |
US5664721A (en) * | 1996-04-04 | 1997-09-09 | Homeyer; Gregory M. | Backpack-style firearm/bow/fishing rod carrier |
GB9808713D0 (en) * | 1998-04-25 | 1998-06-24 | Jaiyeola Charles B | Ski carrier |
US5979726A (en) * | 1998-10-26 | 1999-11-09 | Chisholm; Leon | Ski securement and carrying harness |
US7971763B2 (en) * | 2007-05-17 | 2011-07-05 | Susan Lee Chace | Backpack-style strap carrier tote |
FR2941776B1 (en) * | 2009-01-30 | 2012-03-23 | Sporfabric | CARRYING STRING FOR A RIFLE TYPE ARMOR |
-
2012
- 2012-02-07 WO PCT/NO2012/000015 patent/WO2012108774A1/en active Application Filing
- 2012-02-07 EP EP12745148.2A patent/EP2672863A4/en not_active Withdrawn
- 2012-02-07 US US13/983,408 patent/US9648940B2/en not_active Expired - Fee Related
- 2012-02-07 NO NO20120128A patent/NO334318B1/en not_active IP Right Cessation
Patent Citations (2)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US2884172A (en) * | 1956-07-30 | 1959-04-28 | James J Kubo | Gun sling |
US5400937A (en) * | 1993-11-29 | 1995-03-28 | Rottenberg; Jason L. | Ski and ski pole carrying device |
Non-Patent Citations (1)
Title |
---|
See also references of EP2672863A4 * |
Also Published As
Publication number | Publication date |
---|---|
US9648940B2 (en) | 2017-05-16 |
EP2672863A4 (en) | 2014-08-06 |
EP2672863A1 (en) | 2013-12-18 |
WO2012108774A8 (en) | 2013-04-25 |
US20140008403A1 (en) | 2014-01-09 |
NO20120128A1 (en) | 2012-08-08 |
NO334318B1 (en) | 2014-02-03 |
Similar Documents
Publication | Publication Date | Title |
---|---|---|
US9155931B2 (en) | Strap restraint apparatus | |
US7270358B2 (en) | Device for carrying objects | |
US20140014697A1 (en) | Sports Equipment Carrying System | |
US10251467B2 (en) | Backpack support system for hands-free transport of a bike on the wearer's back | |
US20080223892A1 (en) | Carrying device adapted to be worn on the arm | |
US20100270116A1 (en) | Strap for securing an item to a wheeled luggage case | |
US20080057805A1 (en) | Devices and Methods for Carrying and Storing a Surfboard | |
AU2012298267A1 (en) | Accessory bag having reinforced sidewalls and variable length | |
US11253049B2 (en) | Carrying devices | |
US20090057358A1 (en) | Reusable, adjustable carriers for toting awkward handle-less items and related methods | |
US9648940B2 (en) | Foldable carrying device | |
US20100006610A1 (en) | Support legs and handles for backpacks and pack frames | |
US20100314425A1 (en) | Carrying strap | |
WO2008088351A1 (en) | Adjustable belt for carrying sporting equipement | |
US20090072563A1 (en) | Cover for straps or handles of a backpack, knap sack, bag, satchel, pouch, computer bag, duffel bag, guitar bag, briefcase, suitcase, sports bag, tote bag, cooler bag, fanny pack, travel bag, carrying bag, sling bag, day pack or any type of carrying device with any type and any number of straps or handles. | |
US11647818B2 (en) | Systems, devices and methods for storage of, and rapid access to items | |
US20050224538A1 (en) | Carrying harness and method of use | |
US20050053312A1 (en) | Chair accessory | |
US20030136808A1 (en) | Carrying device for portable objects | |
US20200367624A1 (en) | Bag Converter | |
US20130191970A1 (en) | Belt having a retracting lanyard and a hidden pocket | |
US20060219744A1 (en) | Adjustable belt for carrying sporting equipment | |
EP2934227B1 (en) | Recreational equipment carrier | |
US9055797B2 (en) | Size adjustable carrying apparatus | |
US20070023469A1 (en) | Shoulder bag support device |
Legal Events
Date | Code | Title | Description |
---|---|---|---|
121 | Ep: the epo has been informed by wipo that ep was designated in this application |
Ref document number: 12745148 Country of ref document: EP Kind code of ref document: A1 |
|
WWE | Wipo information: entry into national phase |
Ref document number: 2012745148 Country of ref document: EP |
|
NENP | Non-entry into the national phase |
Ref country code: DE |
|
WWE | Wipo information: entry into national phase |
Ref document number: 13983408 Country of ref document: US |