Abstract: A fully-featured minimalist backpack including a back portion having at least one main pocket, a thoracic strap extending from a bottom of the back portion, and two shoulder straps extending from a top of the back portion. The shoulder straps may each be connected to a front portion of the thoracic strap. The thoracic strap may have one or more pockets. A slot for a personal electronic device may be included in the main pocket. Various configurations for retaining eyeglasses and earphone cables may be included. The thoracic strap may have distal ends that are magnetically attachable to each other. An elastic band may be located between the shoulder straps. One or more secondary or hidden pockets may be included.

Abstract: The invention provides a generally X-shaped utility garment comprising two main straps that form an ‘X-shape’ on a wearer's back and a cross-strap above the X shape to stabilize the garment on the wearer's body. The garment, referred to herein as a strapvest, provides a plurality of pockets and/or receptacles for carrying items the wearer needs to access easily. Its receptacles can be detachable, and a user can select which receptacles to have on the strapvest according to the wearer's immediate needs. It can be adjustable in size to fit a wide range of wearers, and can be adapted to carry many different types of items that are needed for work or recreation, by a combination of built-in pockets and other built-in carriers and optional modular receptacles that can be detachably mounted on the straps of the strapvest.

Abstract: IFAK assemblies may include an outer shell having an outer shell interior. An interior sleeve may be removably deployed in the outer shell interior of the outer shell. A left tourniquet sleeve may be carried by a first side of the outer shell. The left tourniquet sleeve may have a left sleeve interior and a left tourniquet retrieval opening. A right tourniquet sleeve may be carried by a second side of the outer shell opposite the first side. The right tourniquet sleeve may have a right sleeve interior and a right tourniquet retrieval opening.

Abstract: Implementations of the present invention provide devices, systems, and methods for packing equipment that provide for a versatile, comfortable, and convenient modular outdoor packing system that increases the enjoyment of outdoor activities. In general, one or more implementations of the present invention include a modular outdoor pack with multiple interchangeable front packs that are interchangeable with a base back pack. Each interchangeable front pack is configured for a particular outdoor activity allowing the modular outdoor pack to transform into multiple different packs depending on the outdoor activity in which the user is participating.

Abstract: A mobile electronic device carrier assembly includes a bracket that has a first arm, a second arm and a middle arm. The middle arm is coupled to and extends between each of the first and second arms. Each of the first and second arms has an adjustable length. The bracket has a U-shape so the first and second arms of the bracket are spaced apart. A collar is pivotally coupled to and extends between a free end of each of the first and second arms of the bracket. The collar may be positioned around a back of a user's neck so the bracket may be directed downwardly along the user's chest. A support is coupled to the middle arm of the bracket. A mount is coupled to the support. The mount may receive a mobile electronic device so the mount provides hands-free operation of the mobile electronic device.

Abstract: A device for rotatably mounting a camera on a person comprises a bag having a plurality of straps and a female connector integrated into one of the straps. The female connector has a U-shaped slot defined by a curved pocket and a pair of opposed channels which extend from the pocket. There is a male connector which has a plate and threaded member extending from the plate for engaging a threaded female tripod receiver of a camera. The plate is slidably received by the U-shaped slot of the female connector and the plate is freely rotatable within the U-shaped slot of the female connector. The plate has a first rotatable position within the pocket of the female connector in which the male connector is secured to the female connector, and a second rotatable position within the pocket of the female connector in which the male connector is releasable from the female connector.

Abstract: A collapsible hands free electronic device holder worn upon the chest of a user and supported by a shoulder harness, the electronic device securely attached and held by the holder at a comfortable viewing height and angle to the user.

Abstract: A rapid deployment ammunition carrier has a shoulder mounted ammunition belt having a plurality of ammunition pouches and a plurality of body mounting straps. An ammunition belt carrying case is shaped to hold the ammunition belt therein with the body mounting straps positioned for rapid deployment from the carrying case. The carrying case is mounted to a vehicle seat for rapid deployment of the ammunition belt by an occupant of the vehicle.

Abstract: A system for carrying articles at the front torso of a human being is disclosed. A substantially rigid article-carrying frame is connected to the front of a harness or backpack worn by the user. The frame transmits the weight of the front-carried articles to the front of the user's hips. The system accommodates bending movements of the user's torso by providing, for example, a variable-length mechanism, or a bending mechanism, or a folding mechanism, or a sliding connector mechanism, or any other equivalent accommodation mechanism that will allow the system to accommodate bending movements of the torso of the user.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for supporting a personal electronic device are provided. The device incorporates a support frame structure comprised of three legs. A vertical leg is attached to a shoulder strap, while the horizontal legs are attached to a chest strap. A lower joint is located between the two horizontal legs and this lower joint is also attached to an electronic device support leg. The electronic device support leg is attached to the lower joint and also to a ball joint at the end opposite the lower joint. In use, the lower joint allows for the electronic device to be moved into a viewing position at a desired angle. The ball joint allows rotation of the device between portrait and landscape orientations. A case may also be attached to the electronic device support leg to contain the personal electronic device.

Abstract: A laptop carrier includes a case portion, a strap and a pair of clipping members. The case portion includes a first shell, a hinge, a second shell rotatably connected by the hinge, and a latching member for latching and unlatching the first and the second shells. Two ends of the strap are mounted on two respective opposite sides of the case portion. The pair of clipping members is attached on the strap for interlocking part of the strap and one of the first or second shells of the case portion.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for supporting a personal electronic device are provided. The device incorporates a support frame structure comprised of three legs. A vertical leg is attached to a shoulder strap, while the horizontal legs are attached to a chest strap. A lower joint is located between the two horizontal legs and this lower joint is also attached to an electronic device support leg. The electronic device support leg is attached to the lower joint and also to a ball joint at the end opposite the lower joint. In use, the lower joint allows for the electronic device to be moved into a viewing position at a desired angle. The ball joint allows rotation of the device between portrait and landscape orientations. A case may also be attached to the electronic device support leg to contain the personal electronic device.

Abstract: A simple-to-use adornment device, and method, employed by a user close-at-hand for personal safety enhancement. It contains a personal alarm or remote control device while maintaining a capability for immediate alarm/remote activation to summon assistance. It has a jewelry appearance or comprises a modular casing to which exchangeable decorative elements can be attached. Since it improves the aesthetic look of an associated alarm/remote, users are more likely to wear it habitually and experience enhanced personal safety and well-being as a result thereof. Inner and outer members with asymmetrical keyed guides are in sliding relation to one another to form the casing with one-way assembly, and a cord/chain connected to the members maintains their association with one another even when disassembled. Openings in each member are aligned to provide activation button access. Optional features include an interior resilient spacer, a cover, a clasp, and sheet pockets associated with the outer member.

Abstract: A medical garment includes an apron configured to be worn over a wearer's chest and abdomen, the apron including a loose-fitting cowl neckline, at least one strap attached to the apron and configured to be fastened around the wearer's neck, and at least one tie strap disposed on the apron and configured to secure and organize tubing and lines attached to the infant.

Abstract: An identification badge holder includes a portable digital information device, which may be a USB flash drive secured directly or indirectly to the rear face thereof by any of a number of structures which would facilitate ready access, secure attachment and, in some instances, redundant securement employing two types of securement. A system for attaching a stand-alone identification badge to a card which has a USB flash drive secured or securable thereto.

Abstract: This invention provides a combination note pad and credential holder having a neck cord or lanyard that passes through a loop in the notepad to allow the item to be worn about the neck at a desired level, typically at chest height. The notepad can include a back cover that supports a writing pad and a hinged front cover, joined to the back cover and selectively opened to access the writing pad. A small pen can be removably attached to a loop between the covers along a side of the writing pad. The bottom edge of the notepad includes a fastener assembly for removably attaching a credential sleeve with a clear window for displaying the user's credential document(s). The sleeve has an open side that allows the documents to be slid thereinto. The fastener assembly can comprise one or more sets of interengaging snaps, look-and-loop members or a zipper-like structure. When not needed, the sleeve can be removed or flipped into a position behind the back cover, out of view.

Abstract: A carrying assembly (10, 110) having an easy release clip for carrying of an electronic device (12, 112) is disclosed. In both a first and a second preferred embodiment, the easy release clip of the carrying assembly (10, 110) allows a user to insert and remove the electronic device (12, 112) in one step and without having to depress a release key. In the first preferred embodiment, the carrying assembly (10) is adjustable so that the electronic device (12) may be positioned in a horizontal position, a vertical position, or any position between horizontal and vertical. The carrying assembly (10) broadly comprises a rear panel (14), a spring component (16) including an integral leaf spring (46), a retainer button (18), and a base (20). In a second preferred embodiment, the carrying assembly (110) is fitted to a lanyard so that the electronic device (112) may be worn around the user's neck.

Abstract: An assembly that enables a person to flexibly position and hold in place an item of personal property for which the user desires to have frequent and immediate access is provided. The assembly includes a strap that extends diagonally along the front of the user, over one shoulder of the user, and diagonally across the back of the user, wherein the strap has end portions that come together near the person's midsection and attach, via a mechanism, to an item of apparel worn by the user. The strap can also be opened to extend around a person's waist or midsection. A carrier slideably engages the strap for example at a portion of the strap along the front side of the user. The carrier houses one or more personal items, such as a cell phone.

Abstract: An improved harness or harness-like garment for purposes of making the user more visible and/or with optional pocket or item(s) carrying means, having strap or straps or strap-like element(s) configured in two substantially “Y” or “V” shaped forms or one of each; the tops of the substantially “Y”-shaped and/or “V”-shaped forms are joined together, fused or one part; the bottoms of the substantially “Y” and/or “V”-shaped forms are fastened, joined fused or in one part to a waist strap forming means so that they meet the waist strap forming means at substantially 180 degrees from each other around the somewhat circular waist strap forming means; the waist strap forming means preferably having closure means.

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: An infant feeding and entertainment support comprising a front panel and a rear panel detachably affixed thereto with the front panel alternatively adapted to include bottle feeding holder means, breast feeding veil means, burping cloth, as well as infant-oriented entertainment items.

Abstract: A document and card holder has a semi-rigid backing element. Flexible transparent sheets are mounted on the front and back sides of the backing element. Side and bottom edges of the transparent sheets are attached to the side and bottom edges of the backing element to form pouches for retaining documents and cards. Some of the pouches are formed by transparent sheets mounted over or directly on pouches which are mounted directly on the backing element. The pouches are made of different sizes to accommodate different size documents and cards. Bias cuts are formed in the tops of pouches to facilitate the installation and removal of documents and cards. Two backing elements having pouches installed thereon are hinged together so they can be folded over each other.

Abstract: A holder for a carrying and displaying a variety of travel related documents. The holder has clear pockets where the travel related documents placed therein are easily accessible by the user, easily viewed by security and boarding personnel, and the documents securely retained both within the holder and by an attachment means to the traveler. The document holder may be configured with a variety of pockets, each pocket being coverable with a flap. The holder may be worn about the traveler with a lanyard directly attached to the document holder.

Abstract: An identification badge assembly for identifying products and employees. The identification badge assembly includes a holder assembly including a support member having a main wall, and also including a pouch being attached to a front side of the main wall, and further including writing utensil holders being attached to the front side of the main wall, and also including an eyeglass support member being attached to the main wall; and also includes a neck strap being attached to the support member and being adapted to be worn about a user's neck; and further includes an identification card having a front side and also having indicia displayed upon the front side thereof; and also includes product samples including pills and capsules being attached to the front side of the identification card.

Abstract: An assembly that enables a person to flexibly position and hold in place an item of personal property for which the user desires to have frequent and immediate access is provided. The assembly includes a strap that extends diagonally along the front of the user, over one shoulder of the user, and diagonally across the back of the user, wherein the strap has end portions that come together near the person's midsection and attach, via a mechanism, to an item of apparel worn by the user. The strap can also be opened to extend around a person's waist or midsection. A carrier slideably engages the strap for example at a portion of the strap along the front side of the user. The carrier houses one or more personal items, such as a cell phone.

Abstract: The present invention provides a support pad attached to a necklace device. The support pad includes tethers attached to the support pad at a spaced apart distance, and each tether includes means for attaching a toy at a location remote from the support pad. The support pad is constructed to provide rigidity sufficient to maintain the spaced apart distance between the tethers so that each attached toy is suspended from the support pad at substantially an identical angle with respect to the support pad. This prevents entanglement of the suspended toys.

Abstract: A document carrier for travel documents includes a rectangular panel with pockets on one side and a necklace band attached on the opposite side. The band is adjustable and slidable.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device that enables the user to flexibly position and hold in place an item of personal property for which the user desires to have frequent and immediate access. The device includes a strap that extends diagonally along the front of the user over one shoulder of the user and diagonally across the back of the user, wherein the strap has end portions that come together near the person's waste and attach, via a mechanism, to an item of apparel worn by the user. A carrier slideably engages the strap for example at a portion of the strap along the front side of the user. The carrier houses one or more personal items, such as a cell phone.

Abstract: A chest-mounted paint carrier and method for painting comprises a low profile paint receptacle depending from a mounting plate positioned at a painter's chest level, the paint receptacle hinged and pivoted from the mounting plate such that it is maintained in an upright position at all times, the receptacle having a lower dimension extending not below the painter's waist for ergonomic and efficient placement of the paint receptacle and improved access to the paint. A new method of painting using a chest-mounted paint carrier increases freedom of movement and frees both hands of the painter for other uses.

Abstract: A carrying case for a portable two-way radio and designed to be attached to various points or straps on a Type V floatation vest used as a work vest by crew members on tug boats, tow boats and other inland or intra-coastal waterway vessels. The carrying case is comprised of a receptacle and strap. The receptacle is formed of a flexible material and has an open top and front, rear, bottom and two side surfaces. The strap is mounted longitudinally to the rear surface, and passes through a D-ring attached to the top edge of the front surface. The strap has fastening means on either end for securing the two ends together. The case is then attached to a work vest by passing the strap through an attachment point on the work vest above the case, then through another attachment point below the case. The ends of the strap are then tightened by the fastener means.

Abstract: The strap pack carriers of the invention can be worn as a sash. Strap pack personal article carriers, e.g., form a loop adapted to stably conform to the body of the wearer to provide easy access pouches up in front of the body. Counter weights can be mounted to help stabilize the carrier against unequal front to back loads of articles.

Abstract: A chest-worn tackle box assembly. The assembly includes a breast plate that is supported by a shoulder harness, and a storage box which is mounted to the breast plate so as to be pivotable from a vertical stowed position in which the top of the box lies against the breast plate, to a horizontal position in which the access opening of the box is disposed upwardly. The assess opening is covered by a tambour door having edges retained in tracks in the sidewalls of the storage box. The tambour door is slid open to access an internal compartment of the storage box, a vertical space being provided between the lower wall of the storage box and the floor of the internal compartment to receive the door as it slides into the lower runs of the tracks. The internal compartment may be subdivided for segregated storage of tackle items.

Abstract: A pack system having a suspension system with a waist belt which slidably carries a bag or pack. At least one shoulder strap extends between the top of the bag and the side of the bag. A compression suspension system attaches to the pack at multiple locations and is adjustable to stabilize the pack in a comfortable position to accommodate varying loads. The system allows the pack to be shifted or rotated around the body of the wearer between frontal access or rear carrying position for comfort and accessibility.

Abstract: A drainage reservoir support assembly for supporting a reservoir of a medical drainage device inserted in a body of a user. The drainage reservoir support assembly includes at least one container for containing the reservoir of a medical drainage device. A first end of the container includes an access opening for providing access to an interior of the container. In one embodiment of the present invention, the reservoir of the medical drainage device is removably insertable in the interior of the container. A strap is provided for removably supporting the container from the neck of a user. The strap includes a first end and a second end with each of the ends of the strap being mounted on a peripheral wall of the container such that the strap forms a loop.

Abstract: A carrier assembly is adapted for securing a carried article to a human user. The carrier assembly includes a first securing strap secured around the torso of the user at a point below the user's underarms. A second securing strap is secured around the torso of the user at a point just above the user's pelvis. An article attachment mechanism connected between the first securing strap and the second securing strap. In an embodiment, the article attachment mechanism includes an upper attachment assembly connected to the first securing strap, and a lower attachment assembly connected to the second securing strap. A pair of upper securing brackets can be connected to the upper attachment assembly, with a pair of lower securing brackets connected to the lower attachment assembly. First and second connector rods are connected between respective upper securing brackets and lower securing brackets. An adjustment mechanism can be provided on each of the securing brackets.

Abstract: A carrier for carrying pool maintenance equipment comprising a substantially flat and flexible panel partitioned into a plurality of pockets. The panel is constructed from a substantially water-resistant and substantially chemical resistant material, such as vinyl coated polyester. A support bar affixed to the top edge of the panel supports the weight of the carrier. An adjustable shoulder strap is affixed to the support bar for carrying the carrier. An adjustable hose strap is affixed to the support bar and is configured for securing a coiled pool hose to the front side of the panel. The plurality of pockets of the carrier may comprise three pockets aligned vertically along the front side of the panel. A first pocket may be positioned in proximity to the top edge of the panel and may be sized to accommodate a commercial-grade skimmer net or a commercial-grade leaf rake. A second pocket may be positioned immediately below the first pocket and may be sized to accommodate a commercial-grade pool brush.

Abstract: A holster belt for frictionally fitting over a shoulder and against the chest and back of an individual, said holster belt having: an elongated elastic band having releasable hooking first and second clamp buckles at its opposite ends for attachment to opposite sides of a wearer's waist belt, a generally open holster assembly, mounted at the end portion of said elastic band proximate said first clamp buckle for supporting and retaining a box-like article against the wearer's chest, said holster assembly formed by a belt loop of the holster belt; at least one elastic loop strip being transversely mounted to an intermediate section of said belt loop to accommodate and releasably retain against accidental release said box-like article.

Abstract: A pouch attachable to a garment to store objects of credit card length and width has a container with front and back walls fixed to each other along bottom and opposite side edges to define a compartment sized to receive and hold, in a substantially immobile condition, several of the objects when they are stacked face-to-face and inserted through an open top edge of the container. Mating pieces of hook-and-loop material seal the open top edge to secure the objects in the container. A strap fixed at one of its ends to a back face of the container back wall proximate one of its edges extends across the container back face to its free end at a point proximate another of its edges. A segment of hook-and loop material is fixed along its entire length to the entire length of the front face of the strap. A mating segment of hook-and-loop material is fixed along its entire length to the back face of the container back wall between the fixed end of the strap and the point at the free end of the strap.

Abstract: A hands free umbrella apparatus that is easily packed and stored without any bulkiness. There is a spring loaded height adjustment mechanism used with a stem and attachment sleeve and two external support belts that utilize hook and loop fasteners or belt buckles to secure the support belts around the user. The external support belts can be conveniently wrapped around the stem and attachment sleeve of the umbrella apparatus and secured by another hook and loop fastener while in storage.

Abstract: A versatile carrier for cellular phones or the like, comprising an upwardly opening receptacle, with an expandable side panel, for receiving phones of different sizes and shapes. An elongated locking tongue, with a resealable fastening strap, extends over the open end of the body of the carrier and retains the phone therein. A closure flap is secured to the rear panel of the receptacle, and can be pivoted relative thereto. At least one resealable fastening strip is secured to the underside of the closure flap. Complementary fastening strips are located on the back panel of the body of the carrier and on the adjacent side panel for cooperation with the closure flap. The closure flap is pivoted so that the fastening strips on the flap securely engages the complementary strips on the rear panel and the side panel, so that the carrier may be secured to a suspender strap, handbag strap, etc. in a vertical or horizontal orientation.

Abstract: A carrying case for a pager including a pouch having first and second compartments. The first compartment is sized to receive the pager therein and the second compartment is provided for receiving other items such as a credit card, driver's license, money, etc. which the user may need. A shield is positioned between the first and second compartments for shielding any items within the second compartment from being damaged by and electromagnetic waves produced by the beeper. This shield will aid in preventing such electromagnetic waves from erasing or damaging the magnetic strip on a credit card or bank card. A cover is provided for selectively covering the first and second compartments to thereby secure the beeper within said first compartment and whereby the beeper is fully operational when positioned within the first compartment and covered by the cover. A chain may be connected to the pouch for retaining the pouch around a body part of a user.

Abstract: The invention provides a simple, inexpensive and comfortable container carrier for securing a container for fluids, such as paint, stain, nuts, bolts or the like, to a person's body thereby freeing up a person's hands for other tasks, such as climbing a ladder, with an associated increase in safety, mobility and productivity. The carrier permits easy access by the person to the container contents, whether the person is right or left-handed, and includes a body harness and a support for the container coupled to the body harness.

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 display device and article carrier combination includes a body having front and rear walls, the walls being connected at side edges and bottom edges thereof thereby defining a pouch having a closed bottom, closed sides and an open top portion. An envelope structure is coupled to and extends generally adjacent to the body. The envelope structure has a front panel and a rear panel. Certain edges of the front panel and the rear panel are joined together so as to define a pocket having an opening in which an article may be inserted. At least one of the panels is transparent such that when disposed in the pocket, the article may be visible through the panel. Suspending structure is coupled to the body and/or the envelope structure and forms a loop such that the combination may be suspended from the neck of a user.

Abstract: A holster for a handgun includes a pouch for releasably receiving the handgun and an outer panel secured to the pouch with an attachment device for attaching the pouch to a user, such as a belt, waistband, ankle or shoulder harness. The pouch has two side walls secured together at a central wall portion. Rear edge portions of the side walls are secured together by at least one faster which also secures the panel to the pouch. The panel is adapted to pass around the pouch and is also secured to the central wall portion by a second fastener. A strip secured to the central wall portion on the inside of the pouch has a portion covering the inner end of the second fastener.

Abstract: A convertible protective case for instruments such as binoculars, cameras and the like is comprises a flexible pouch slidingly received on a strap secured to the instrument. The pouch has a lower central opening for insertion and removal of the instrument, and side apertures through which the strap passes. The case is made of a single piece and ply of fabric or composite material folded and joined to define the pouch. Positive closure elements are provided adjacent to the central opening. A biasing fold is formed between an upper fold and the central opening to urge the pouch into a folded or stored configuration wherein it serves as a strap pad worn behind a user's neck. For conversion into its protective configuration, the pouch is unfolded, slid toward the instrument and inverted over the instrument. The closure elements are placed in mutually facing relation both in the folded and stored configuration and in the opened, protective configuration.

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 beverage and food holder to be supported around the neck of the user and hang adjacent the chest of the user and having a sliding drawer member for receiving food, an adjustable sliding cup holder for detachably holding a variety of sizes of beverage cups and a clip means for retaining material such as a sports program.

Abstract: A new Harmonica Shoulder Holster for offering an easy, efficient, and attractive means of carrying musical harmonicas. The inventive device includes a backing material, a plurality of harmonica pockets, a plurality of note pockets, a leg strap, a pants strap, and a shoulder strap. In use, the Harmonica Shoulder Holster 10 is equipped with harmonicas 6, notes, a pen 4, and a pencil 2. The device is then slung over the left shoulder of the musician and the pant straps 16 are then fastened to a musician's pants using the strap clamps 17. Finally, the leg strap 15 is fastened to the musician's left leg using the leg strap attachment means 21.

Abstract: An article storage apparatus includes a flexible panel that can be held against the upper torso of a person by an upper strap looped around the person's neck and a lower strap running around the sides and back of the person. The panel provides a support surface for a plurality of pocket structures that are sized to carry various articles normally carried by a person in a purse or in the person's pants pockets. The apparatus provides additional storage capacity for a person wearing conventional pants, or a primary storage device for a person wearing some other garment, such as shorts or a track suit.