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Ski and ski pole tote
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1981-08-24
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Granted: 1983-03-22
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Expires: 2001-08-24
Abstract
Abstract A flat wrap sheet of flexible material is provided with a pair of flaps adapted to extend through openings in the wrap sheet when it is folded around a pair of skis and a pair of poles. The flaps form retaining enclosures for the skis and poles and fasten in place to snugly retain the skis and poles in position. Hand grip portions extending from the ends of the wrap sheet provide a hand grip when the skis and poles are in the carrying position.
Inventors
- 👤 Diana P. Abatecola
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 21:09
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63C; A63C11/00; A63C11/02; A63C11/023; A63C11/025
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
162 words
A ski and ski pole tote comprising: a wrap sheet of strong, flexible material having a pair of spaced apart openings therein; a first flap on said wrap sheet adapted to extend through the openings in said wrap sheet when said wrap sheet is folded to a substantially U-shaped configuration with said openings aligned for forming a pocket for seating said skis; first fastening means on said first flap to fasten it to said wrap sheet when skis are placed within said pocket; a second flap on said wrap sheet near one end thereof and adapted to extend through said openings when said wrap sheet is folded, and second flap forming a pocket for seating the ski poles; second fastening means on said second flap to fasten it to said wrap sheet when ski poles are placed within said pocket; and hand carrying means on the ends of said wrap sheet which form a hand grip when said wrap sheet is folded.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
162 words
A ski and ski pole tote comprising: a wrap sheet of strong, flexible material having a pair of spaced apart openings therein; a first flap on said wrap sheet adapted to extend through the openings in said wrap sheet when said wrap sheet is folded to a substantially U-shaped configuration with said openings aligned for forming a pocket for seating said skis; first fastening means on said first flap to fasten it to said wrap sheet when skis are placed within said pocket; a second flap on said wrap sheet near one end thereof and adapted to extend through said openings when said wrap sheet is folded, and second flap forming a pocket for seating the ski poles; second fastening means on said second flap to fasten it to said wrap sheet when ski poles are placed within said pocket; and hand carrying means on the ends of said wrap sheet which form a hand grip when said wrap sheet is folded.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
A ski and ski pole tote according to claim 1 wherein said first flap and fastening means accommodate skis of different thicknesses.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
22 words
A ski and ski pole tote according to claim 2 wherein said second flap and fastening means accommodate poles of different diameters.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
31 words
A ski and ski pole tote according to claim 3 wherein the fastening means on said first and second flaps comprise Velcro strips adjacent the ends of each of said flaps.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
38 words
A ski and ski pole tote according to claim 4 wherein the hand carrying means includes a strap positioned around one side of said wrap sheet and forming handle loops extending from the ends of said wrap sheet.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
29 words
A ski and ski pole tote according to claim 5 wherein the components of said tote are affixed to each other by stitching and all edge portions are stitched.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
22 words
A ski and ski pole tote according to claim 1 wherein said wrap sheet and flaps are formed of multiple ply material.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
22 words
A ski and ski pole tote according to claim 7 wherein said wrap sheet and flaps are formed from two ply material.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
77 words
A ski and ski pole tote according to claim 1 wherein a first opening is located near the bottom end of said wrap sheet and a second opening is located near the top of said wrap sheet; and said first flap is affixed to said wrap sheet below said second opening and said second flap is affixed to said wrap sheet above said second opening, said flaps being affixed to the same side of said wrap sheet.
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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) | 1986-03-21 | 1986-09-20 | 1987-03-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1990-03-21 | 1990-09-20 | 1991-03-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1994-03-21 | 1994-09-20 | 1995-03-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |