Abstract: A hose includes an outermost layer and an inner layer disposed within the outermost layer. The outermost layer has a first color. The inner layer defines a passageway that extends longitudinally through the inner layer. A reinforcement layer is disposed between the inner layer and the outermost layer. A hose cover is disposed between the reinforcement layer and the outermost layer. The hose cover has a second color. An overlay layer is disposed between the outermost layer and the hose cover. The overlay layer has a third color that is different than the first color of the outmost layer and the second color of the hose cover.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for controlling brakes on a trailer being towed by a towing vehicle. The system includes an accelerometer for sensing inclination and a rate of deceleration of the towing vehicle and providing inclination and rate of deceleration control signals indicative thereof. A controller is provided that is responsive to the inclination and rate of deceleration control signals received from the accelerometer. The controller is operatively connected to an amplifier and these functions together to send a proportionate brake amperage output signal to control the brakes on the trailer.

Abstract: A vehicle mountable carrier includes a body having an article holder and a mounting tube for both securing the body to a vehicle and receiving a hitch bar. Preferably, the article holder includes a storage compartment and cooperating lid. The storage compartment may also include a cradle for receiving a frame of at least one bicycle. Specifically, a support channel may be provided bridging opposing walls of the storage compartment and cooperating frame receiving notches may be provided in the lid.