US3820802A
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Ski adapter combination for free style maneuvering
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-05-17
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Granted: 1974-06-28
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Expires: 1992-05-17
Abstract
Abstract A ski adapter or attachment is disclosed for use on the trailing edges of snow skis so as to provide up-turned tips at both ends of a ski, to facilitate the performance of free-style maneuvers. An arcuate rigid attachment or form is provided for mating engagement with the trailing edge of a ski to provide a continuous surface termination extending upwardly from the bottom or running surface of the ski. As disclosed, a fastening structure is provided for releasably affixing the form to a ski.
Inventors
- 👤 L Davis
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 06:55
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63C; A63C5/00; A63C5/04; A63C5/052; A63C5/06
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
169 words
A ski adapter for use in cooperation with a ski which includes an elongated section terminated at one end by a turned tip and at the opposed end by a trailing edge, with a running surface extending therebetween, said ski having centrally-affixed bindings for attachment to a person, said adapter comprising: a somewhat arcuate rigid form providing a substantially smooth continuous curved surface terminating at a shoulder defined therein for mating engagement with the trailing edge of said ski; and attachment means for releasably affixing said form to said ski to provide an up-turned tip at the trailing edge thereof, defining an arcuate surface extending continuous with said running surface of said ski, said means for affixing including a first fastener means affixed to said ski at a location contiguous to said trailing edge and on the upper surface of said ski opposed to said running surface, and a second fastener means for locking engagement with said first fastener means, said second fastener means being affixed to said form.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
169 words
A ski adapter for use in cooperation with a ski which includes an elongated section terminated at one end by a turned tip and at the opposed end by a trailing edge, with a running surface extending therebetween, said ski having centrally-affixed bindings for attachment to a person, said adapter comprising: a somewhat arcuate rigid form providing a substantially smooth continuous curved surface terminating at a shoulder defined therein for mating engagement with the trailing edge of said ski; and attachment means for releasably affixing said form to said ski to provide an up-turned tip at the trailing edge thereof, defining an arcuate surface extending continuous with said running surface of said ski, said means for affixing including a first fastener means affixed to said ski at a location contiguous to said trailing edge and on the upper surface of said ski opposed to said running surface, and a second fastener means for locking engagement with said first fastener means, said second fastener means being affixed to said form.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
58 words
A ski adapter according to claim 1 wherein said first fastener means comprises a plate adapted to be affixed to said ski at a location on the upper surface of said ski opposed to said running surface, said plate having an externally tapered width and wherein said second fastener means defines a groove for slidingly receiving said plate.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
A ski adapter according to claim 2 further including a latch member for locking said form on said plate.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
21 words
A ski adapter according to claim 3 wherein said second fastener means defines a groove substantially tangent to said curved surface.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
24 words
A ski adapter according to claim 3 wherein said second fastener means defines a groove substantially parallel to the axis of said curved surface.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
15 words
A ski adapter according to claim 1 wherein said form comprises a body of plastic.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-06-27 | 1977-12-27 | 1978-06-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-06-27 | 1981-12-27 | 1982-06-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-06-27 | 1985-12-27 | 1986-06-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |