Abstract: A dual-purpose backpack carrier comprising a backpack like structure which may be used alone, or in conjunction with a selectively deployable soft infant carrier which is outfitted with a flap arrangement adapted to allow for adjustability to the effective width of the seat portion of the carrier so as to accommodate children of differing size.

Abstract: The invention provides improved backpack and waist bag carrying systems in which a waist bag rotates through a lower compartment of a backpack to allow the bearer of the backpack to access the contents of the receiver of the waist bag by rotating the waist bag to the front of the bearer's torso. One or more doors are provided in one aspect to secure the receiver of the waist bag in the lower compartment of the backpack but permit the egress of the receiver through the opening covered by the door, which may be tensioned away from the opening by a tensioning element when the free end of the door is released.

Abstract: A modular fishing vest system combining the load capacity of a backpack with the advantages of a fishing vest is described. The modular fishing vest system typically includes a fishing vest with a first storage module removably coupled to a back side of the vest. The first storage module can resemble a backpack. The modular fishing vest system typically further includes shoulder straps installed inside the fishing vest in order to transfer load to a user's shoulders. The shoulder straps are typically removably coupled to an inside surface of the vest. The modular fishing vest system further includes second storage modules detachably installed on a front side of the vest. The second storage modules can include a shelf pocket that opens to provide a shelf approximately horizontally disposed, on which pocket contents or other items can be supported.

Abstract: The briefcase and backpack luggage includes a housing that may carry a plurality of items. The housing comprises a case portion of the housing that may store the items. A folder portion of the housing is coupled to the case portion of the housing. The folder portion of the housing may store items. A handle is coupled to the housing. The handle may be gripped. A strap is coupled to the housing. The strap may be positionable on the user so the housing is retained on the user.

Abstract: A tool bar for securing under a hood of a car during repair and maintenance is disclosed. A rigid member spanning a substantial portion of the hood is flexibly secured to hooks. The hooks engage edges of the hood and may include a compliant covering. The hooks may secure to the rigid member by means of straps and the straps may be tensioned by means of tensioners secured to one of the hooks and the rigid member. A stabilizer secures to the rigid member and has an end that may be clipped or otherwise fastened to a portion of the hood to resist rotation of the rigid member. One or more tool retaining members secured to the rigid member, such as a socket rack, magnetic bar, hook groove, or the like.

Abstract: A backpack is disclosed for carrying a spotting scope or other optic device attached to a tripod. The backpack includes an optics storage compartment having an interior that is accessible from a front of the backpack and first and second tripod leg attachment structures positioned below the optics storage compartment for securing first and second legs of the tripod against a corresponding first and second side of the backpack. When the tripod is attached to the backpack by the first and second tripod leg attachment structures, the spotting scope is positioned to be rotatable into and out of the interior of the optics storage compartment by a user.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pocketbook system that allows to easily mix and match how many pocketbooks, other carriers, and/or straps will suffice for that day or evenings' use while this pocketbook system is easy to use and inexpensive to manufacture. More particularly, the pocketbook system has a primary pocketbook for carrying contents, one or more removably attached secondary carrier for carrying contents, a device(s) for removably attaching the secondary carrier(s) to the inside or outside of the primary pocketbook, or for attaching the primary pocketbook and secondary carrier together, and preferably has at least one removable flexible strap(s) and a device(s) for removably attaching the strap(s) to the primary pocketbook and/or secondary carrier. The user makes use of the pocketbook system by attaching, detaching, re-attaching, exchanging, and switching different parts and/or elements to form a suitable pocketbook structure for a particular use at a particular time.

Abstract: A tablet computer accessory system for holding a tablet computer includes a base; a plurality of holding straps extending from the base, the plurality of straps each forming a loop, each loop oriented on a corner of the tablet computer; a lanyard interconnected with the base; a handle interconnected with the base; a hanging strap interconnected with a carabineer, the hanging strap attached to the base; and a leg strap interconnected with the base.

Abstract: A utility bag having shoulder straps which allows the bag to be used as a backpack to carry clothing, shoes, wet items, personal grooming items, etc. to a gym. At the gym the utility bag can be hung up on one or more of the locker hooks and, when the front panel of the utility bag is opened, all items in the utility bag can be easily accessed without removing the bag from the locker. The bag has a number of separate internally located compartments where each compartment can have a see thru mesh front panel which allows a user to see the contents of the compartment and allows air to circulate. The bag has pockets which are accessible from the outside of the bag which allow a user to quickly access a desired item such as a cell phone, wallet, etc. without opening the utility bag.

Abstract: Provided are a device, system, and method for distributing a weighted load carried by an operator to a waist-belt worn by the operator, and a quick-release feature for quickly discarding and separating a portion of a load from a waist belt and/or accessories on the belt.

Abstract: In some examples, a mobile media device case can include: (a) an enclosure with a cavity, the cavity sized to contain a mobile media device therein, the enclosure further having: (1) a top side; (2) a bottom side, the bottom side configured to receive the mobile media device; (3) a front side, the front side is configured to allow visual and tactile access to the mobile media device when the mobile media device is in the cavity; and (4) a back side. Other embodiments and related methods are also disclosed herein.

Abstract: The present device is a reusable bag for laundry and laundry hangers. The reusable bag includes an enclosure made from a flexible web material having an open end and a closed end. The open end has a closure means, while the closed end includes an aperture adapted to receive a portion of each laundry hanger therethrough. With the open end of the enclosure facing upward in a hamper configuration, dirty laundry may be collected and, when the bag is full, the open end of the enclosure may be selectively closed with the closure means. The reusable bag may be transported to a laundry cleaning facility by carrying with a handle strap, and returned with clean laundry hanging on the laundry hangers inside the enclosure. The closed end of the enclosure may be facing upward in a garment bag configuration for protecting the clean laundry.

Abstract: The present invention is an organizer device having a primary back strap 10, the primary back strap 10 having a first end, a second end and a middle portion. The first end having a first buckle portion 32 and a means for suspending the back strap 20, the second end having a second buckle portion 28, the middle portion having at least one attachment location with an appended buckle portion 38 interposed between the first and second ends; and wherein the second end is provided to receive the first end of a second primary back strap. The device further has at least one removable cinch strap device 40 having a first end and a second end, the first end having two buckle portions 38, 39, a first buckle portion 39 for removable attachment to the attachment location with an appended buckle 38 on the primary back strap 10 and a second buckle portion 39 to attach to the buckle portion at the second end of the cinch strap 40 to form a loop for holding a coil of cable 100, a power tool box or other material.

Abstract: This device is derived from the notion that there are many instances during the first two years of a baby's life that everything in the baby's hand always finds its way to the ground, whether it be at the dinner table, the park or the zoo. This versatile multifunctional holder has four attachments which are designed to be used separately, and as needed, according to the item the user is trying to secure. This device lets a baby have complete freedom of movement with their hands and mouth, however once the baby attempts to toss an item to the floor or the item simply falls down, the flexible cord will not allow the item to reach the floor therefore making it easy for the parent to retrieve the item and continue using it.

Abstract: An apparatus for carrying concrete finishing tools comprised of: a front panel, a rear panel, first and second side panels, and a bottom in which the front panel, rear panel, side panels, and bottom form an inner compartment with having an opening to allow access to the inner compartment, a flap extending over the opening, a locking mechanism for temporarily securing the flap to the front panel, at least one shoulder strap to allow the user to carry the apparatus without using their hand(s), and a divider separating the inner compartment into first and second portions.

Abstract: An apparatus includes one or more tools, wherein each one of the one or more tools are connected to a shock absorbing member, wherein the shock absorbing member includes a plurality of hooks. A system for preventing the dropping of one or more items includes a member, wherein each one of the one or more items are connected to the member, wherein the member includes a plurality of connectors, wherein the member further includes a plurality of portions, wherein each one of the plurality of connectors is connected to a respective one of the plurality of portions, and wherein each one of the one or more items is connected to an end of a respective one of the plurality of portions.

Abstract: A transportable support system for underwater dive equipment that is durable, lightweight, adjustable, and compact, allowing the diver to effectively and rapidly secure his fins, regulator assembly, mask, and various other items for storage and/or transport. The support system can be employed with a “hands free” design via the use of a shoulder strap, or secured in a dive bag or suitcase for airline travel.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a multi-modal wearable baby and small child carrier that is readily adjustable and which, when worn in use, leaves the wearer's arms and hands free. The carrier comprises an elongated strap attached to a flexible sheet-like body wherein the elongated strap can be worn as a neck strap or can be converted to form at least two shoulder straps, and the flexible sheet body is folded to form a positioning portion, so that the user may position the baby or small child directly in front of, or to the left or right side of the torso of an adult who is using and wearing the carrier, such that the baby can be positioned facing toward the adult or facing away from the adult.

Abstract: Load carrying apparatus, comprising first and second elongated straps having end portions; multiple loops at each end portion, and located in planes defined by the end portions and spaced along the length of the strap, to define multiple openings, located in said planes, each strap having a mid-portion located between the strap end portions, and mid-portions of the two straps located to extend under a load to be carried, whereby the user can select which of the loops is to be extended over his forearm, for lifting the load by lifting force exertion to lift said strap mid-portions, there being at least four openings at the end portion or portions of at least one strap.

Abstract: A transportable support system for underwater dive equipment that is durable, lightweight, adjustable, and compact, allowing the diver to effectively and rapidly secure his fins, regulator assembly, mask, and various other items for storage and/or transport. The support system can be employed with a “hands free” design via the use of a shoulder strap, or secured in a dive bag or suitcase for airline travel.

Abstract: The present invention relates to backpacks, particularly for use by children and young adults. The backpacks are normally used to transport books and other educational materials to and from educational facilities, such as schools. A plurality of wheels are secured to the bottom or lower portion of the backpack. In a preferred embodiment, the wheels are attached to a frame which is attachable to and removable from the backpack. The wheels and frame are stored on the backpack when not in use, such as when the child is in school. The wheels permit the backpack to be rolled behind a user rather than be carried by the user on their back. Rolling of the backpack avoids physical injuries resulting from carrying the backpacks on the user's back.

Abstract: A carrier for a portable device having a shoulder strap having a padded region and a cord region. The padded region is adapted to rest on a superior portion of a person's shoulder. A shoulder strap catch is adapted to be coupled at an end thereof to a portable device; and the shoulder strap catch defines an opening through which the cord region of the shoulder strap is slidably retained. The portable device may be moved from a carry to a use position, along the shoulder strap, without dislodging the padded region. In addition or alternatively, the carrying apparatus is a hand strap coupled at a first end to side of a portable device at substantially a center portion thereof. The second end of the hand strap is removably coupled to a strap attachment bracket positioned proximate the opposite side of the portable device, and having a bracket attachment area that can be reversed to support a right or left-handed orientation.

Abstract: A golf bag carrying system, in the form of a triple strap carrier, includes a first and a second strap secured to the golf bag to define first and second shoulder openings, respectively. The first strap second end and the second strap first end are attached to a first ring, and the second strap is led through a second ring at a central (second) location at a mid-portion of the bag. The other ends of the first and second straps are secured to the golf bag longitudinally on opposite sides of the second location at first and third locations, respectively. A third strap is attached to the first ring and to the bag at a fourth location below the third location. The mounts for securing the straps to the bag, and the straps themselves, preferably are selectively adjustable to balance the bag in single-shoulder and dual-shoulder carrying modes.

Abstract: This invention is an ergonomic device that has been created with the notion of removing barriers to quality, productivity, and safe human performance by fitting products, tasks, and environments to people. The invention is designed to provide a service to people who are concerned about the dramatic increased use in technological innovation. It provides a means for carrying innovative technology to extreme environmental settings and easy accessibility in situations that only require a short period of time for use. The invention also provides water-resistance and extreme temperature protection for at least portable electronic devices, laptop computers, digital game systems, digital cameras, PDA devices, and innovative wireless devices. The invention provides protection, convenience, and a comfortable way to haul technological innovations for activities performed on at least land, water, and within the atmosphere.

Abstract: A strap apparatus for carrying a firefighter's personal protective equipment comprised of: a strap with a first end and a second end; a buckle for temporarily securing the first and second ends of the strap; at least one integrated loop integrated into the strap; at least one retaining ring, each permanently integrated into the strap and adapted to receive the personal protective equipment; at least one release ring non-permanently secured to the strap and adapted to receive the personal protective equipment; and a handle that a user to carry the strap apparatus. The strap apparatus can further include a shoulder harness and include an additional strength or water-resistant layer.

Abstract: A container with a cover for concealing an extendable handle and shoulder straps attached to the container is provided. The container is configured to be wheeled on a set of wheels by way of the extendable handle in a first transport mode and carried on a person's back using the shoulder straps in a second transport mode. The container has a front compartment for storing items, and a rear compartment for housing the extendable handle and the shoulder straps that are attached to and used for carrying the container. The shoulder straps and the extendable handle are both deployable from a covered opening in the rear compartment proximate to the container's top. The container further comprises a cover for covering at least a portion of the set of wheels in a second transport mode.

Abstract: The carrier essentially comprises a seat worn about one's waist having an upwardly extending upper section and a downwardly extending lower section which is rotated against the thigh in bearing the weight of an infant or small child placed upon the upper section and held in position only by the arm and hand of the wearer.

Abstract: An accessory bag, such as a handbag or pocketbook, includes front, rear and two side surfaces which are attached to the forward and rear surfaces. Each side surface includes a shoulder strap connector and a waist strap connector for selectable connection to a shoulder strap and a waist strap, respectively. Each side surface also includes a strap cover that can be open or closed, and which conceals at least portions of both the shoulder and waist strap connectors when closed, and fully reveals those connectors when open. Any of the strap connectors can be positioned to be fully concealed by the closed strap cover when not in use.

Abstract: A combination backpack and duffel bag in the form of a rectangular parallelpiped made from a flexible fabric material includes handles, and storage pockets for the handles when the bag is in the form of a duffel, and backpack straps stored in a side storage pocket for use in the backpack configuration.

Abstract: A backpack (10) suitable for use with wheels (200) at its base adjacent to a non body-contact side (40) has a U-shaped opening (22) proximate to a body-contact side (30) that is closed with a zipper (31). The body-contact side (30) is provided with two shoulder straps (34) and a hip belt (36). Side straps (130) and a top flap or strap (134) connect the body-contact side (30) to other parts of the backpack (10), such as the non body-contact side (40), to take a substantial part of the weight of the backpack (10) and its contents so that the zipper (31) is not stressed or tensioned when the backpack (10) is worn on the back of a user. The wheels (200) are removable and can be larger than is usual for use on rough ground. A frame (100) with a built-in extending handle system (120) is mounted inside and ajacent to the non body-contact side (40).

Abstract: A combination backpack and duffel bag in the form of a rectangular parallelpiped made from a flexible fabric material includes handles, and storage pockets for the handles when the bag is in the form of a duffel, and backpack straps stored in a side storage pocket for use in the backpack configuration.

Abstract: A restraining and protection device for the protection and the restraint of neckstrap-suspended equipment used in the field, comprises a flexible cover of sufficient size to envelope most surfaces of the equipment. Attached to or associated with the cover is one strap that extend around the user's waist. A second strap is attached to the equipment so as to extend around the user's neck, or alternatively over one of the user's shoulder as desired. The ability to change the configuration of the straps is accomplished by providing an interconnection between the straps such that the waist strap can loop through the neck strap when the device is in a harness-type configuration and separated to change the device to an over-the-shoulder configuration with the equipment positioned proximate the user's hip.

Abstract: A portable container in the form of a knapsack having a soft-sided wall structure, a bottom portion and an upwardly extending wall adjoining the bottom portion. The bottom portion and the upwardly extending wall co-operate to define a chamber therewithin. Strapping is mounted to the front portion to permit the knapsack to be carried on a person's back. A receptacle is mounted to the upwardly extending wall and extends at least partially inwardly of the upwardly extending wall relative to the chamber. The receptacle has an insulated wall member and an externally accessible closure member permitting access to objects in the receptacle.

Abstract: A device for carrying items comprising a frame having an upper end and a lower end. A substantially rigid briefcase is hingedly connected to the lower end of the frame and movable between an open position wherein the briefcase is substantially perpendicular to the frame and a closed position wherein the case is substantially parallel and adjacent to the frame. The briefcase includes a strap attached to a side thereof wherein the strap permits the carrying of the briefcase on a first shoulder of a user of the device A handle connected to the frame at said upper end is movable between a first position and a second position wherein the first position permits carrying of the briefcase using the handle and the second position permits the handle to be placed over a second shoulder of the user.

Abstract: An improved convertible backpack construction is convertible from wheeled luggage to backpack and includes a back panel with a pocket for storing attachment belts and carrying straps.

Abstract: A backpack that has straps which may be repositioned, removed and replaced is designed to reduce muscle strain when the bag is carried by improving the balance of the load. Re-positioning the straps can enable a person to re-position the load closer to the center of the body to reduce the leverage exerted by an unbalanced load. An additional feature is that removable straps can be interchanged or replaced inexpensively with other straps that have different colors, trademarks, advertisements, or other indicia of support or affiliation. An advantage of the methods and apparatus shown is that the cost of replacing straps is inexpensive compared to the cost of replacing a backpack. The lower cost may make it possible for a business to furnish straps bearing its indicia as promotional items at a cost that is comparable to the cost of baseball-type hats, calendars, and similar items.

Abstract: The accessory is designed to interchange between a waist belt that is fully portable and a sling that can carry large or bulky equipment such as inline skates and snowboards. Hence, the accessory has a dual use nature. The accessory is composed of an elongated belt with connector members on opposite ends and two open and closeable cargo-carrying loops attached along the length of the belt. At least one of the cargo-carrying loops is attached to the belt via a sliding buckle. The sliding buckle can slide and lock the attached cargo-carrying loop to any available point on the elongated belt. Acting as a waist belt, the accessory is completely portable and allows the user to convert the accessory into an equipment-carrying sling at any alternative location. Acting as a sling, the accessory can be adapted into two different configurations. Both configurations use a shoulder of the user as a fulcrum in which to balance carded equipment.

Abstract: A harness attachment to shoulder strap harness for holding a guitar in the front of the player which is attached to the left fret end and right strumming end of the guitar. The present invention has an additional right srumming end attachment which mounts over the right strumming end attachment of the shoulder strap harness. The attachment of the present invention includes a lower mounting member and an upper adjustable loop member movably attachable to the player's right hip area in a number of embodiments.

Abstract: A combination workout backpack and detachable backpack bag is disclosed in which the workout backpack and one or more standard weighted weight bags are used for training, i.e., building strength and endurance, for hiking. In addition, a detachable backpack bag is releasably attachable to the workout backpack so that the combination thereof, without the standard weighted weight bags, is designed for use as a conventional backpack for carrying various items when hiking. The workout backpack includes two vertically-extending, side-by-side, weight storage compartments which are conformable to one or more weight bags to inhibit horizontal and vertical movement of the standard weighted weight bags when training. A plurality of straps with releasable interlocking buckle clasps releasably attach a vertically-extending central portion, opposite lateral side portions, and a top portion of the workout backpack and to the detachable backpack bag to form an integral unit similar to a conventional backpack.

Abstract: A package carrier for carrying articles on the trunk lid of a passenger car or the tail gate of a utility vehicle comprising a soft, flat, flexible pad with a plurality of adjustable mounting straps terminating with hooks for attaching the carrier to the vehicle and a plurality of independent binding straps for holding the package in place. The package carrier is capable of conforming to the shape of the trunk lid so that it can be efficiently used with a wide range of vehicles, is quickly deployed and removed, and can be rolled up into a compact cylinder for storage.

Abstract: A receptacle compression system includes a receptacle enclosing an internal volume. The receptacle includes the bottom panel having first and second opposite ends and first and second opposite sides and a top panel opposite the bottom panel. The top panel includes an opening therethrough. The receptacle further includes first and second side panels coupled to the first and second sides of the bottom panel, respectively, and extending towards the top panel. The first and second side panels each have a rigid perimeter extending from the bottom panel. The receptacle compression system further includes first and second compression straps. The first compression strap is connected to one of the first side panel and the second side panel and is configured to extend across the opening so as to be connected to the other of the first side panel and the second side panel.

Abstract: A helmet backpack is provided to carry a helmet. A helmet enclosure combined with strapping form the helmet backpack. A helmet is inserted through an opening of the enclosure and secured with a zipper assembly, buttons and buttonholes, hook-and-loop fasteners, such as VELCRO strips, a drawstring assembly and/or other closure. The strapping is used by a wearer to position and hold the enclosure on his or her back. The strapping may be adjustable in length for greater user comfort. Detachable straps are also allowed for, whereby the helmet backpack strap or straps may be removed or strapped in typical backpack style or worn across the wearer's chest in a bandoleer style. Certain models include pouches which may be located either internal or external to the helmet or to the enclosure. Padding is utilized to increase protection to the helmet and to reduce discomfort to the user.

Abstract: A backpack assembly in which the straps are connected across the wearer's chest by a easy to connect and disconnect coupling member. Alternately, the snaps can be connected so that they extend vertically along the chest.

Abstract: The invention provides a cushion and backpack combination including a back support cushion and seat support cushion that are connected by a pair of shoulder straps. Both the back cushion and seat cushion include additional straps for securing the cushions to an object. The back cushion includes integrated pockets, and the seat cushion has detachably appended packs on each side. The appended packs are folded over onto the seat cushion and then tied onto the seat cushion using the securing straps to form a single backpack unit. By placing the carrying straps over each shoulder, the sportsman may carry both the cushions and the packs.

Abstract: A bag is convertible between a hand-held bag, a shoulder bag and a backpack. The bag includes a bag body defining an interior storage space. A top handle is positioned on a top portion of the body. The bag includes a pair of discrete, separate shoulder straps and a pair of independently operable shoulder strap retraction systems. Each of the retraction systems includes at least one reel-type winding device operably connected to a respective strap for storing and selectively retracting and withdrawing a portion of the respective shoulder straps. Each reel-type device is positioned in the bag at least in part within the interior storage space, and overlying a respective opening in the bag to withdraw and retract the respective shoulder strap therefrom. Each strap is selectively positionable at a retracted position, a withdrawn position, and an intermediate position.

Abstract: A holding device for attaching to a torso and supporting a pop-up umbrella upright without the use of hands of a wearer and has an in-use position where it is releasibly attached to the torso of the wearer and a non-use position where it is removed from the torso of the wearer and stowed away for easy transport.

Abstract: A pack for safely securing personal items below stadium seating at sporting events includes a flexible sack including one or more pockets that can be sealed by a closure flap. One of such pockets may be used to contain a seat cushion to be placed upon such stadium seating. A fastening system is provided for securing the flexible sack to the underside of the stadium seating. The fastening system may include hooked members secured by elastic straps to opposing ends of the pack. Alternatively, the fastening system may include straps secured to the sack and which extend around and above the stadium seat. The pack may include a handle, shoulder strap, or a pair of arm straps to aid in carrying the pack to or from a stadium.

Abstract: A pack (10) for selectively carrying either relatively wide elongate articles, or relatively narrow elongate articles. The pack includes a bag (14) for carrying smaller articles internally. Near the top forward edge of the bag, shoulder straps (16a, 16b) are attached, extending downwardly to attachment points adjacent the lower sides of the bag. A waistband (22) extends forwardly from each side of the pack. The waistband extends continuously around the rearwardly facing surface of the pack, forming webs (28, 30) that are attached to cuffs (32, 34). The cuffs are tapered, each having a slot (36,38) formed at its wider end where the cuff attaches to the bag. Similar cuffs (54, 56) are attached at their wider ends at opposite sides of the bag, near its top, and webs (46, 48) are attached to these cuffs.

Abstract: A combined day pack/travel pack which conveniently converts for use as a single combined unit, a dual combined unit in which the travel pack is worn on the user's back while the day pack rides against the user's front, or two separate units. When used as a single combined unit, the day pack is detachably fixed to the front side of the travel pack. When used as a dual combined unit, snap hooks mounted on the top of the day pack are detachably fixed to D-rings mounted on shoulder straps fixed to the travel pack, such that the user carries the travel pack on the back using the shoulder straps and the day pack is suspended in a position adjacent to the user's chest.

Abstract: A combination knapsack including a mat permanently attached to one of the walls of a main storage compartment and a flap permanently attached to another of the walls of the main storage compartment. In a storage mode of use, the mat is completely retained within the main storage compartment of the knapsack and the flap covers the opening to the main storage compartment. In an operational mode of use, the mat is fully extended outside the knapsack and the flap is either on the knapsack or on the mat to be used as a headrest or pillow. In another embodiment, the knapsack further comprises a blanket that may be closed about the legs of the wearer in a sitting position and an insulating handwarming muff.