Abstract: A free standing sport net stand (10) is disclosed and has a foot member (12) on which a riser (15) and extension member (20) are cooperatively connected in a generally upward direction. A leg (16) and weight assembly (17) are cooperatively connected to the foot member (12) in an outward direction and generally perpendicular to the riser (15) and extension member (20). The foot member (12) may be used in a first position for inside use and a second position for outside use. Chains (25 and 28) may be utilized to further support the riser (15) and extension member (20) to the weight assembly (17).

Abstract: A chain saw guide bar assembly (30) having improved automatic chain tensioning, vibration damping and lubrication properties, and related lubrication methods are disclosed. A nose guide member (34) rotatably carrying an idler sprocket (34.1) is mounted to an elongate primary guide bar member (32) for reciprocal longitudinal movement relative thereto. Biasing spring members (50, 51), acting on force-imparting surfaces (60.4, 60.5), are protectively enclosed within an internal cavity (33) of the primary guide member and bias the nose guide member with predetermined tensioning force in the longitudinal direction against an endless cutting chain (40). An interchangeable force block member (60) enables preselection of the desired chain tension force. Damping finger members (32.35, 32.36, 50, 51) cooperatively absorb vibratory forces transmitted through the guide bar. Oil passageways (32.33, 32.

Abstract: A chain saw guide bar assembly (30) having improved automatic chain tensioning, vibration damping and lubrication properties, and related lubrication methods are provided. A nose guide member (34) rotatably carrying an idler sprocket (34.1) is mounted to an elongate primary guide bar member (32) for reciprocal longitudinal movement relative thereto. Biasing spring members (50, 51) acting on force-imparting surfaces (60.4, 60.5), are protectively enclosed within an internal cavity (33) of the primary guide member and bias the nose guide member with predetermined tensioning force in the longitudinal direction against an endless cutting chain (40). An interchangeable force block member (60) enables preselection of the desired chain tension force. Damping finger members (32.35, 32.36, 50, 51) cooperatively absorb vibratory forces transmitted through the guide bar. Oil passageways (32.33, 32.