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US3854743A
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Ski boot attachment frame
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-08-02
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Granted: 1974-12-17
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Expires: 1993-08-02
Abstract
Abstract A device for attaching an ordinary boot to ski bindings on a ski and for strait-jacketing such boot so it simulates a stiff ski boot for skiing purposes is constructed as an elongate, rigid, step-in base having a front member for securely retaining the toe of the boot and an articulated rear member constituting a heel upper of unstretchable material adapted to embrace the soft boot''s upper portion as a strait-jacket for skiing purposes. Such rear member has a lower heel part and an upper ankle part pivotally interconnected for limited back and forth articulation under stress. Substantially unyielding strap members attached to the upper and lower parts, respectively, of the heel upper provide for closing the rear member and for strait-jacketing the boot following its insertion in the device. Means are provided on the base frame for latching cooperation with a ski binding.
Inventors
- 👤 H Hansen
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 21:07
CPC Classifications
A; A43; A43B; A43B5/00; A43B5/04; A43B5/0415; A63; A63C; A63C9/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
153 words
A device for attaching a soft boot to ski bindings on a ski and for strait-jacketing such soft boot so it simulates a stiff ski boot for skiing purposes, comprising an elongate, rigid, step in base having a front member for securely retaining the toe of the soft boot, and a substantially separate, articulated rear member constituting a heel upper of unstretchable material, said heel upper opening forwardly and including a lower heel portion and an upper ankle portion, means pivotally connecting the two portions for articulation about a horizontal axis, and means yieldable under stress normally interconnecting said portions so as to resist articulation, said heel upper being adapted to close to embrace the upper of a received soft ski boot; means for securing said rear member in closed, constrictive position about said upper of the received soft ski boot; and means on the base for latching cooperation with a ski binding.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
153 words
A device for attaching a soft boot to ski bindings on a ski and for strait-jacketing such soft boot so it simulates a stiff ski boot for skiing purposes, comprising an elongate, rigid, step in base having a front member for securely retaining the toe of the soft boot, and a substantially separate, articulated rear member constituting a heel upper of unstretchable material, said heel upper opening forwardly and including a lower heel portion and an upper ankle portion, means pivotally connecting the two portions for articulation about a horizontal axis, and means yieldable under stress normally interconnecting said portions so as to resist articulation, said heel upper being adapted to close to embrace the upper of a received soft ski boot; means for securing said rear member in closed, constrictive position about said upper of the received soft ski boot; and means on the base for latching cooperation with a ski binding.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
38 words
A device as defined by claim 1 wherein oppositely directed hook members project rearwardly from securement to the respective portions of the heel upper; and wherein the yieldable means comprises an elastic cord wrapped about said hook members.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
41 words
A device as defined by claim 1, wherein the means for securing the rear member in closed constrictive position comprise straps of substantially unyielding material secured to the respective portions; and respective buckle means for retaining said straps in closed positions.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
21 words
A device as defined by claim 3, wherein the straps are made of sheet stainless steel thin enough to be flexible.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
A device as defined by claim 1, wherein the rear member and the securing means therefor are fabricated from sheet stainless steel.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-12-16 | 1978-06-17 | 1978-12-17 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-12-16 | 1982-06-17 | 1982-12-17 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-12-16 | 1986-06-17 | 1986-12-17 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |