Abstract: A holder which is especially adapted for use with pool cues comprises first, second, third and fourth fastener strips made of hook and loop (e.g., Velcro.RTM. brand) fastener strips joined in interlocking fashion. Each strip has an adhesive side and a fastener side, and the strips are attached to each other in interlocking fashion using the adhesive side of each strip. Accordingly, the holder is in a T-shaped configuration, and the first and second fastener strips are disposed generally parallel to each other and are generally perpendicular to both the third and fourth fastener strips. Additionally, parallel strips have opposite type fasteners (i.e., one strip has hook-type fasteners and the other has loop-type fasteners). In operation, a fifth fastener strip is adhesively attached to a stable surface. One of the fastener strips of the holder is then attached to the fifth fastener strip.

Abstract: An elastically retractable towing strap used for towing one vehicle with another vehicle is disclosed. A first strap of elastic material, encased in a sleeve of woven fabric material, is connected to a second strap of a woven fabric towing line. The ends of the elastics strap are connected to the ends of the fabric towing line by weaving the elastic strap through a double loop connector, and riveting the connector to the fabric towing line. Further, the sleeve, which encases the elastic strap, is connected to the fabric towing line at a number of points along the length thereof. The sleeve may also serve the dual purpose of both encassing the elastic strap and functioning as the towing strap.