Abstract: A lockable glovebox cover unit is configured for mating engagement with a frame mounted on a motorcycle. The unit includes a rigid cover element presenting a front and back. Portions of the back extend outward. A locking apparatus is received through the cover and includes a rotatable latch on the back of the cover element. When the latch is placed in the locked position access to the interior of the glovebox is not possible. A keyhole is formed on the front of the cover element for access to the interior of the glovebox. Additionally, the cover unit may also be removed from the frame when unlocked. The cover element is preferably made of a synthetic resin. In particularly preferred embodiments the cover unit includes a metal flange affixed to lower portions on the back of the cover. The flange is adapted for mating, gripping engagement to the frame.

Abstract: The energy gel pack clamping fixture is a device used for fixably securing multiple gel packs in a central and convenient location about the horizontal tube member just behind the handlebar stem of bicycles. The fixture includes a central rail flame having an arrangement of integrally molded compression gland grooves and mounting tabs on both ends where adjustable cable tie wraps secure the rail about the tube member. A gel pack is secured about the rail frame by positioning the tear-off tab over the gland depression such that the tearing axis lies along the lateral edge of the gland. A snap clamp piece is oriented and pressed about the top of the tear-off tab then forcibly inserted into the mating gland while deforming the tab in place. The snap clamp piece locks in place when deflectable insertion tab arms become seated beneath the lower edge of the rail flame receiving slots.

Abstract: A bottle holder for holding a bottle. The bottle holder mechanically couples to an internal portion of the bottle to hold the bottle. The bottle holder may further coupled to a device operated by the user of the bottle, such as a bicycle.

Abstract: A storage apparatus for a bicycle intended for placement between the down tube and seat tube of the frame of the bicycle. The storage apparatus has a driving wall, an opposing wall, and at least one side wall. The side wall extends perpendicularly from the driving wall and/or the opposing wall to a length that does not substantially exceed the frame tube diameter. The side wall resides between the driving wall and opposing wall when the apparatus is in the closed position. Items can thereby be stored between the driving wall and opposing wall of the apparatus and be conveniently accessed by the cyclist.

Abstract: A bicycle fastener includes a fixing assembly (1) and a fastener assembly (3). The fixing assembly (1) is fixedly mounted to the frame (5) of the bicycle, and the fastener assembly (3) is used for supporting an article. The first moveable seat (31) and the second moveable seat (32) of the fastener assembly (3) are snapped into the first fixing seat (11) and the second fixing seat (12) of the fixing assembly (1) correspondingly, so that the fastener assembly (3) and the supported article are detachedly mounted to the frame (5) of the bicycle. The bicycle fastener can facilitate the disengaging and engaging of the article, prevent wear of the surface of the article, and enhance the fixing strength of the fastener assembly.

Abstract: A bottle-cage supporting unit for a bicycle includes a cage support for the bottle, associated to which are a container for an electronic control unit for a motor-driven gear-shifting system with which the bicycle is equipped and a container for the electric power-supply battery for the electronic control unit.

Abstract: In a quick fill fluid container an adaptor for receiving a hollow container having a cavity or a reservoir for receiving fluids, preferable water but may be any other kind of fluids which refreshes the user or provides nourishment, reasonably necessary to refresh the user. The adaptor has a generally streamlined shape which mounts on to the container, which is typically supported in generally available cages or other mounting devices attached to a bicycle frame or other structure. A hollow extraction tube is provided for the adaptor which extends through the adaptor and into the container for withdrawal of the fluid by the user and preferably includes a mouth piece with a normally closed bite valve which is operated by the user to open the valve to extract water from the container.

Abstract: To ensure that a fuel supply port or hydrogen gas charge port located on the lower side of a seat for a rider in a motorcycle can be opened and closed with less burden. A crosswise groove is provided between a driver's seat and a pillion of the seat for a rider. The pillion is provided with a longitudinal groove extending in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle body. A charge port is located on the lower side of the crosswise groove. A pad to be fitted in the crosswise groove covers the charge port. An arm as a support member of the pad is contained in the longitudinal groove. In the condition where the arm is set upright and the pad is set upright, the pad is inverted and a cushion part thereof faces forward, thereby providing a backrest for the passenger at the pillion.

Abstract: An improved bottle, retaining device and associated elements for carrying items is disclosed. The retaining device is adapted for holding a container (or containers) or other items; the retaining device being adapted to affix the container by way of the retaining device to a person or a personal item so ready access is provided for the held container/item. The improved foundation/retaining device portion has means of retaining a bottle, container or other item and means of attaching the foundation/retaining device portion onto a user's body or other article or being. The bottle, container or fluid carrying portion is adapted for mating engagement with the retaining device. There are also disclosed a number of desirable optional features of the novel invention which can be used in combination with the disclosed retaining device and associated container or the like, or alone—the features in combinations together, alone, etc.

Abstract: Article mounting apparatus is provided for mounting an article such as a plant container to a support such as a lamp post. The apparatus includes a first bracket for mounting to a support, and a second bracket associated with the article. The first and second brackets are arranged to be mountable together to an engaged position by mutual relative movement in a first direction, and movable from the engaged position to a locked position by mutual relative movement in a second direction, the second direction being different to the first direction. The first and second brackets are arranged so that in the locked position, mutually relative movement of the brackets in a direction substantially opposite to the first direction is substantially prevented.

Abstract: A bottle holder for a bicycle including a frame attachable to a seat post assembly is described herein. The seat post assembly possesses a seat post extending at least partially in a vertical direction from the bicycle along a seat post axis such that the seat post axis extending concentrically along the length of the seat post. A first cage and a second cage are attached to the frame wherein each of the cages is adapted to retain a bottle. Each bottle possesses a top end and a bottom end wherein, when retained in either of the cages, the top end of the bottles are above the bottom end of the bottles, respectively, and the top ends of the bottles are closer to the seat post axis than the bottom end of the bottles such that a bottle axis that extends substantially centrically through the top and bottom ends of each bottle is at an angle of least seven degrees relative to the vertical direction.

Abstract: Various embodiments are directed to a beverage holder assembly. In some embodiments, a beverage holder assembly may comprise a clamp device comprising a screw for tightening a first arm and a second arm to attach the clamp device to a structure. The screw may comprise a head having parallel sides. The beverage holder assembly may comprise a beverage housing to support a beverage container. The beverage housing may define a track to receive the head of the screw. Other embodiments are described and claimed.

Abstract: An accessory-holding assembly is provided for holding portable accessories on a set of handlebars. The assembly includes an elongate member sized to receive two or more general-purpose clips often associated with portable accessories. The elongate member may be part of an accessory holder that can be removed, with the accessories still attached, from the handlebars. This allows a rider to remove a plurality of portable accessories from the handlebars in a single action so that the rider can carry the entire accessory holder, including the accessories, into an area where bicycles are not permitted (e.g., an office). The elongate bar may also be attached to a bracket at its two ends to define a space therebetween so that part of each general purpose clip can be inserted into the space. If the space has proper dimensions, the clip is not likely to fall out while the rider is riding.

Abstract: Apparatuses for dispensing liquids are provided. In accordance with some embodiments, these apparatuses comprise: a bottle assembly having a value that allows liquid to pass from within the bottle assembly to outside of the bottle assembly; a cage for holding the bottle assembly that causes the valve to open when the bottle assembly is inserted into the cage and thereby allows liquid to flow from the bottle assembly into a portion of the cage; and a tube coupled to the portion of the cage that can be used by a user to draw liquid from the bottle assembly and the cage.

Abstract: An aerodynamic liquid carrying container adapted for liquid delivery to a cyclist includes a reservoir with at least one compartment adapted to hold a liquid and being mountable to a bicycle forward frame member. The reservoir has at least one opening, to receive liquid and to allow liquid to be drawn out from the container; a flexible tubing member passing from the inside to the outside of the reservoir and having a first and second ends, the first end located near the lowest liquid level point in the reservoir and the second end being positionable to allow a rider hands-free access to drink liquid contained in the reservoir; furthermore, the container is attached to the frame member(s) using pads, suction cups, VELCRO®, or straps that do not leave a mark on the frame member(s). The container is mounted in a zone of turbulence to increase the aerodynamic performances of a bicycle.

Abstract: The hydration pack apparatus for a bicyclist herein described includes a hydration fluid container that is removably mounted to a bicycle. Hydration fluid is transported from the container to the bicyclist via a flexible tube with one end connecting to an outlet on the container and the other end terminating at a bite actuated valve. The tube is routed on and mounted to the bicycle in a novel fashion. The cyclist, with the brief use of one hand, is able to easily access the bite valve and tube to retrieve hydration while continuing to ride the bicycle and maintaining a neutral and ergonomic posture. Retracting reel assemblies are used to automatically return and hold the tube in a stored position on the bicycle while not in use. The hydration pack can be equipped with additional features allowing for convenient storage and retrieval of nutrition supplements and for secure storage of other accessory items commonly employed by bicyclists.

Abstract: The present invention provides an athletic hydration system for cyclists which includes up to four containers having inverted fluid-filled bottles contained therein, in which the containers are placed either within the frame of a bicycle or at the rear of the bicycle behind the bicycle seat. A system of valves determines whether a cyclist drinks from one, two, three or all four fluid-filled bottles simultaneously. The athletic hydration system is hygienic, versatile and flexible, and provides adequate hydration over extended periods of time in which quick removal and installation of hydration products are possible by the cyclist while maintaining the speed, cadence and aerodynamic posture of the cyclist.

Abstract: The energy gel pack clamping fixture is a device used for fixably securing multiple gel packs in a central and convenient location about the horizontal tube member just behind the handlebar stem of bicycles. The fixture includes a central rail flame having an arrangement of integrally molded compression gland grooves and mounting tabs on both ends where adjustable cable tie wraps secure the rail about the tube member. A gel pack is secured about the rail frame by positioning the tear-off tab over the gland depression such that the tearing axis lies along the lateral edge of the gland. A snap clamp piece is oriented and pressed about the top of the tear-off tab then forcibly inserted into the mating gland while deforming the tab in place. The snap clamp piece locks in place when deflectable insertion tab arms become seated beneath the lower edge of the rail flame receiving slots.

Abstract: An ice cream maker and method for using the same is provided. In one embodiment, an ice cream maker includes a barrel assembly which may be attached to a bicycle, stroller or other wheeled vehicle. In one mode of operation, the barrel assembly may be rotated as the wheeled vehicle is operated, by example and not by limitation, by contact with the wheel of a bicycle.

Abstract: A bottle rack for a bicycle includes a base portion fixed to the bicycle and includes a first portion and a second portion which is located at an angle from the first portion. A substantially U-shaped holding portion includes two ends which are pivotably connected to the base portion so as to hold a bottle between the base portion and the holding portion. The holding portion can be positioned relative to the base portion at two positions, the first position allows the holding portion to be located away from the base portion so as to hold the water bottle, and the holding portion is engaged with the base portion at the second position so as to reduce the space occupied.

Abstract: A container holder typically including a concave portion which is formed on an outside of a utility vehicle and which is configured to be positioned forward of a driver's seat. A container may be put into or taken out of the container holder. The container holder has a pad configured to inhibit a container accommodated therein from disengaging from the container holder. When a small item is accommodated in the container holder, the pad serves as a lid.

Abstract: A kettle holder includes an elongated plate adapted to be mounted on a bicycle frame, a holding arm integrally extending from one side of the elongated plate to be vertical to a longitudinal axis of the elongated plate for engagement with one side of a kettle and a helix arm integrally extending from the other side of the elongated plate to be opposite to the holding arm. The helix arm has a bend formed on a free end thereof so that a receiving space is defined among the holding arm, the helix arm and the bend for receiving therein the kettle. The helix arm is able to deform to provide clamping force for engagement with the kettle and when the kettle is removed, the helix arm returns to its original position.

Abstract: The present invention provides an athletic hydration system for cyclists which includes up to four containers having inverted fluid-filled bottles contained therein, in which the containers are placed either within the frame of a bicycle or at the rear of the bicycle behind the bicycle seat. A system of valves determines whether a cyclist drinks from one, two, three or all four fluid-filled bottles simultaneously. The athletic hydration system is hygienic, versatile and flexible, and provides adequate hydration over extended periods of time in which quick removal and installation of hydration products are possible by the cyclist while maintaining the speed, cadence and aerodynamic posture of the cyclist.

Abstract: A liquid delivery apparatus for a bicycle includes a container adapted to contain a liquid and a tube having a first end and a second end. The container is releasably mountable to a selected one of a seat rail and a seat post of the bicycle. The container has a first opening and a second opening. The first opening is adapted to receive a liquid and is disposed above a normal liquid level line of the liquid when present in the container. The second opening is disposed below the normal liquid level line. The first end of the tube is attachable to the container in fluid communication with the second opening. The liquid when present in the container is delivered to a mouthpiece attached to the second end of the tube.

Abstract: An aftermarket beverage holder for commercial beverage cans is adapted for mounting on the handlebars of a motorcycle or bicycle. A mounting bracket is adapted to be clamped on the handlebars. An open topped cylindrical can or container is mounted on the mounting bracket. The container is adapted for receiving a commercial beverage container such as a soda can. The container may be selectively mounted on or removed from the mounting bracket. An insulating liner is slightly larger than the beverage can for hugging the can and assuring that the can does not inadvertently become dislodged from the beverage holder. The system is designed such that the container can be selectively mounted on and removed from the mounting system without removing the beverage can from the container.

Abstract: A bottle holder includes a bottle cage having a peripheral chamber to receive a water bottle, and having one or more orifices. A bracket includes one or more bulges engaged into the orifices of the bottle cage to prevent the bottle cage from moving up and down and sidewise relative to the bracket. One or more fasteners may be engaged through the bracket and the bottle cage to secure the bottle cage and the bracket to various objects, such as the cycles. One or more seats may be attached to the bottle cage, and each may include a cavity to receive the bulge of the bracket, and to solidly retain the bottle cage between the bracket and the seats.

Abstract: A bottle-cage supporting unit for a bicycle includes a cage support for the bottle, associated to which are a container for an electronic control unit for a motor-driven gear-shifting system with which the bicycle is equipped and a container for the electric power-supply battery for the electronic control unit.

Abstract: A support structure for bicycle bottles includes a three-dimensional supporting cage frame (2) and anchoring structure (6, 7) for securing to a bicycle frame. The supporting structure (2) has a rear post (3) with two arms (4, 5) extending from its upper end, the arms being substantially symmetrical and diverging from each other. The arms (4, 5) are at least partially bent upwardly, forwardly and downwardly in order to embrace the lateral wall of a bottle (B), the lower end portions (8, 9) of the arms converge and are connected to each other to form a lower appendix (10) directed towards the post (3) that is suitable to support the bottom wall of the bottle (B). The arms (4, 5) and the post (3) are positioned over a substantially cylindrical surface whose inner diameter (D) is slightly larger than the outer diameter (Ø) of the bottle (B).

Abstract: An article holder includes a body member, a clamping member pivotally mounted on the body member and a holding member for holding the article. The holding member may include an arcuate surface and a flexible member for holding a cylindrical article, such as a water bottle, against the arcuate surface. Alternately, the holding member may include an open-top box for holding articles. The body member may include a structure for removably attaching different holding members.

Abstract: A support element for bicycle accessories consisting of a fixing part for the attachment to the frame of the bicycle and a holding part which receives the accessory. The fixing part and the holding part are distinct from each other and connected through joining means and are both made of polymeric material.

Abstract: A bottle holder includes a bottle cage having a peripheral chamber to receive a water bottle, and having one or more orifices. A bracket includes one or more bulges engaged into the orifices of the bottle cage to prevent the bottle cage from moving up and down and sidewise relative to the bracket. One or more fasteners may be engaged through the bracket and the bottle cage to secure the bottle cage and the bracket to various objects, such as the cycles. One or more seats may be attached to the bottle cage, and each may include a cavity to receive the bulge of the bracket, and to solidly retain the bottle cage between the bracket and the seats.

Abstract: An aftermarket beverage holder for commercial beverage cans is adapted for mounting on the handlebars of a motorcycle or bicycle. A mounting bracket is adapted to be clamped on the handlebars. An open topped cylindrical can or container is mounted on the mounting bracket. The container is adapted for receiving a commercial beverage container such as a soda can. The container may be selectively mounted on or removed from the mounting bracket. An insulating liner is slightly larger than the beverage can for hugging the can and assuring that the can does not inadvertently become dislodged from the beverage holder. The system is designed such that the container can be selectively mounted on and removed from the mounting system without removing the beverage can from the container.

Abstract: An arrangement for securing a commercially available hydration pack to a motorcycle which provides for easy access to the fluid in the hydration pack by the motorcycle rider. The hydration pack maintains its original functionality, yet is quickly attached to the motorcycle fuel tank top planar area in front of the rider with use of quick connect fastener elements and nylon web strapping materials. This system of attachment straps and connectable fasteners along with methods for attaching these straps and fasteners to a hydration pack and a motorcycle result in the hydration pack being securely, yet removably mounted to the motorcycle fuel tank area.

Abstract: A frame is mounted on a bicycle frame to hold a beverage container and is formed of a fastening seat and a container holder. The fastening seat is fastened to the bicycle frame. The container holder is movably fastened to the fastening seat. When the container holder is forced to move by an external force, the beverage container can be removed from a confining portion of the container holder.

Abstract: A liquid delivery apparatus for a bicycle includes a container adapted to contain a liquid and a tube having a first end and a second end. The container is releasably mountable to a selected one of a seat rail and a seat post of the bicycle. The container has a first opening and a second opening. The first opening is adapted to receive a liquid and is disposed above a normal liquid level line of the liquid when present in the container. The second opening is disposed below the normal liquid level line. The first end of the tube is attachable to the container in fluid communication with the second opening. The liquid when present in the container is delivered to a mouthpiece attached to the second end of the tube.

Abstract: A bicycle accessory transport system having two stacked structures is disclosed. The structures are adapted to receive an accessory item such as a water bottle, a battery, or a repair kit and to hold such item securely and safely during a bike ride. The two structures are attached to each other in such a way that the back of the upper one is in contact with the front of the lower one, while the back of the lower one is attached to a suitable place on a bike frame. An item being inserted into the lower structure is guided into place by the back of the upper structure. In one embodiment of the invention, the spacing between the two structures may be varied by the user due to the presence of a pivot or other adjustment mechanism.

Abstract: A bicycle accessory transport system having two stacked structures is disclosed. The structures are adapted to receive an accessory item such as a water bottle, a battery, or a repair kit and to hold such item securely and safely during a bike ride. The two structures are attached to each other in such a way that the back of the upper one is in contact with the front of the lower one, while the back of the lower one is attached to a suitable place on a bike frame. An item being inserted into the lower structure is guided into place by the back of the upper structure. In one embodiment of the invention, the spacing between the two structures may be varied by the user due to the presence of a pivot or other adjustment mechanism.

Abstract: A water supply device for divers includes a cylinder connected to a mouthpiece and a piston member is movably received in the cylinder so that when the piston member is moved by pushing a push rod connected to the piston member, water in the cylinder flows out from the cylinder and enters into the mouthpiece. The piston member has a central passage defined longitudinally therethrough and has a threaded portion defined in a periphery defining the central passage. The push rod extends through the central passage of the piston member and has a threaded section engaged with the threaded portion of the piston member. The push rod is disengaged from the threaded portion of the piston member and received in the cylinder when the push rod is not in use.

Abstract: A readily removable storage unit for mounting on the rear fender of a motorcycle comprising a storage compartment member defining an open cavity and a cover pivotably mounted on the compartment member adjacent its front end for movement between a cavity closing position and an open position. A lock is provided on the compartment member and the cover adjacent the rear wall for securing the cover in the cavity closing position. A fastener on the bottom wall of the compartment member is engageable with the rear fender of the motorcycle, and the saddle and compartment member have a cooperating releasable tongue and bracket so that the storage unit is mounted by first engaging the saddle and then engaging the fastener in the motorcycle rear fender.

Abstract: Bicycle-used flow deflecting article cabinet mounted on a rear side of a saddle of the bicycle. The article cabinet includes a main body having a curved shape and substantially triangular lateral faces. A front end of the main body is formed with a receptacle in which personal effects of the rider can be conveniently placed. A cover board is disposed on the surface of the main body for openably covering the receptacle. Two lateral sides of the main body are respectively formed with opposite concave indentations and a C-shaped clip is inlaid in an inner wall of each of the indentations for clamping and locating a liquid container. When riding the bicycle, the curved article cabinet provides a flow deflecting effect to balance the center of gravity of the bicycle body and increase the riding speed.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a fluid storage and delivery system for bicyclists. In the preferred embodiment, the fluid is contained in a collapsible fluid container adapted to be removably inserted within the sides of a first support bracket mounted to the bicycle down tube frame member and a second support bracket mounted to the seat tube frame member. A conduit for delivering liquid to a cyclist extends from an inlet end within the fluid container to an outlet end accessible to the cyclist and may include a check valve at its inlet end. The conduit may also include a disconnection means to allow the conduit to be disconnected at the outlet side of the fluid container. Preferably the disconnection means is a quick disconnect tube connector with a flow shut-off capability oriented at the inlet side of the connection, so as to provide a seal against leakage from the fluid container when the connectors are disconnected.

Abstract: A collapsible beverage container holder is designed to facilitate the ability to position the holder conveniently and securely at a seat or couch cushion or bed mattress level. The holder is designed to be packaged as a flat folded piece of material, typically plastic or the like, that can be unfolded and assembled in a simple fashion. Once assembled, a mounting portion of the base is slid under the seat or couch cushion or bed mattress with the beverage receiving portion protruding therefrom.

Abstract: A bottle-cage supporting unit for a bicycle includes a cage support for the bottle, associated to which are a container for an electronic control unit for a motor-driven gear-shifting system with which the bicycle is equipped and a container for the electric power-supply battery for the electronic control unit.

Abstract: A bottle, preferably made of plastic, includes a body of generally cylindrical external configuration and a clip joined to the body. The body has a closed lower end and an open upper end adapted to receive a cap. The clip is disposed within the cylindrical external configuration of the body and is spaced from a wall of the body by a slot having an open slot end disposed along the exterior of the bottle by which part of a support structure is insertable between the clip and the body wall to support the bottle upon the support structure.

Abstract: A protective device designed to protect, from dirt and grind, a bottle held in a holder or cage fixed to a portion of a bicycle frame. The device comprises a cylindrical casing able to cover laterally, at least a top end of the bottle, and having a closed casing position and an open casing position; a lid which is able to close a top end of the cylindrical casing, and comprising a pivoting device permitting an opening of the lid from a closed lid position, when the cylindrical casing is in the closed casing position, to an open lid position; a sliding device disposable between the cage and the cycle; and wherein the cylindrical casing is able to have a sliding movement longitudinally along the sliding device, from the closed casing position where the top end of the bottle is protected to the open casing position thus giving access to the top end of the bottle.

Abstract: A food and beverage container holder device 10 that sets upon a tank portion of a motorcycle at a position where the rider can comfortably reach the container, includes a receiving member 12 that removably receives the container, a positioning member 14 that adjusts the receiving member 12 so as to maintain the container in a substantially vertical position, a stabilizing member 16 that “locks-in” the substantially vertical position of the container, and a securing member 18 that provides sufficient securing force to secure the device 10 and the received container therein, and that allows substantially the entire device 10 to be removably secured to the motorcycle.

Abstract: The bicycle sports gel packet carrier is adapted to be releasably engaged to the throat or stem of a bicycle proximate to the handlebars and is further adapted to transport sports gel packets for consumption by a bicyclist during a bicycle race. The bicycle sports gel packet carrier is formed of a body having a first affixation member to releasably secure the body to the throat or stem. At least one tab grasper is engaged to the body proximate to the top. The tab graspers include receiving slots adapted to receive a tab of a sports gel packet and further include a tearing edge used to assist in the separation of the sports gel packet from the tab. An elongate strap may be integral or attached to the body to further secure the body about the throat or stem. At least one flap is pivotally engaged to the body to releasably cover a sports gel packet during transportation on a bicycle. The flaps may include expanders and engagement edges for releasable affixation of the flap to the exterior of the body.

Abstract: A holder includes a holder body formed of flexible, resilient sheet material having tabs at its opposite edges. The holder body is formed of a non-skid, high-friction material such as rubber. In use, the holder body is wrapped about the article to be carried, such as a fluid-containing bottle, and carrier, such as a bicycle frame, forming an enclosure therefor. The tabs are secured to one another by Velcro.RTM.-type fasteners. By stretching the holder body about the article and the carrier, the article and carrier are releasably firmly secured to one another without slippage relative to one another or to the holder body.

Abstract: A package wrap for decoratively covering a container having side walls defining an interior space for carrying a product therein, includes a flexible thin sheet of polymeric material adapted to be shrink-wrapped onto the exterior of the container. An illuminating or a sound producing device is positioned between the flexible thin sheet of polymeric material and the exterior of the container so that when the flexible sheet of polymeric material is shrink-wrapped onto the container, the illuminating device or the sound device will be held securely in place. The illuminating device is adapted to be illuminated upon activation by a pressure, motion, or acoustically sensitive switch. The sound device is adapted to produce an audible signal upon activation by a pressure or motion sensitive switch. When the illuminating device is activated, illumination therefrom will be visible through the flexible thin sheet of polymeric material to enhance and highlight a printed pattern on the exterior of the package wrap.

Abstract: The present invention is an exercise fluid bottle which contains a liquid nourishment and which is used by a user during a strenuous physical activity. The exercise fluid bottle includes an integral container formed out of a plastic material and a dispensing cap for retaining and dispensing the liquid nourishment. The integral container has a first portion which is a hollow cylinder with an enclosed end and a partially enclosed end and a second portion which is a hollow cylinder with an enclosed end and a partially enclosed end. The integral container also has a handle portion which is a hollow cylinder which has corrugated ribbing axially aligned therewith so that the user can more comfortably grip the exercise fluid bottle and which is disposed adjacent to the partially enclosed ends of the first and second portions. The dispensing cap is fluidly and mechanically coupled to the enclosed end of the first portion.