Abstract: A support rack for holding rifles and the like includes a generally U-shaped frame having a liner disposed thereon. A plurality of fins extend inwardly from the liner so as to engage a rifle stock disposed in the frame. The fins are sufficiently flexible to conform to the shape of the stock, and sufficiently resilient to hold the stock in place. By maximizing the surface area of the fins disposed in contact with the stock, the ability of the fins to frictionally engage the stock is increased. The fins retain the stock sufficiently that straps and other prior art retention devices will be generally unnecessary.

Abstract: A utility holding device for carrying elongated objects such as a rifle at the handlebars of a motorcycle. The device includes a clamp for attachment to the handlebars, a support base attached to the clamp, a mounting stem which is adjustably attached in a threaded opening in the support base and a holding member coupled to the mounting stem and configured to support and lock an object in fixed position at the handlebars.