Abstract: A portable storage sled for transporting equipment includes a first elongated member and a second elongated member. At least one connecting member joins the first elongated member to the second elongated member. Each of the first elongated member and the second elongated member includes an extension member that is selectively retractable and extendable therefrom. The first elongated member, the second elongated member, the first extension member and the second extension member include a plurality of ridges extending upwardly therefrom that form an equipment mount between which the equipment is situated. The portable storage sled is selectively adjustable in length and width so that equipment of various sizes can be situated thereon.

Abstract: A collapsible/foldable and portable chair that can be transformed or converted between a chair and a cart for carrying items, and can be collapsed to a compact form for stowing. The chair cart includes a foldable chair having a seat base, a seat back pivotally attached to the seat base, and a leg rest pivotally attached to the seat base. In the collapsed configuration, the seat base, the seat back and the leg rest are folded to collapse the chair into a compact form. In the chair configuration, the seat base, seat back and the leg rest are unfolded to extend the chair to provide support surfaces for the person's back, buttock and legs. In the cart configuration, the leg rest is folded upwards with respect to the seat base to define a storage space above the seat base and between the foot rest and the seat back.

Abstract: An illuminating device having folding solar panels, which comprises a lamp cover, a light source, two solar panels, and a folding holder on which the two solar panels are positioned. The opening of the lamp cover is smaller than the deployed area of the folding holder. When it is intended to place the light source, solar panels, and folding holder inside the lamp cover, the folding holder are folded by a predetermined angle so as to pass through the opening of the lamp cover. Accordingly, the illuminating device may significantly reduce the overall volume thereof without compromising the working efficiency. The illuminating device is flexible in arrangement and assembly, and is also more flexible in construction since the solar panels may be positioned at the highest portion to absorb more sunlight.

Abstract: The Snow Rider provides a rider with a platform that is stable, simple to use, and provides a significant amount of control for the rider. The Snow Rider makes use of two pairs of parallel-oriented articulated skis that are interconnected by a platform on which the rider's bindings are attached. The front and back end of the platform are connected to respective front and rear articulated segments of the pair of skis via control linkages which include trucks that translate leaning by the rider into a redirection of the Snow Rider and by simultaneously operable outriggers which get the skis up on edge and in contact with the snow as they are turned. The rider can either face the direction of motion as with skis or perpendicular to the direction of motion as with a snowboard.

Abstract: This application discloses folding, compact support structure assemblies for supporting an article or receptacle including a simplified latch and a support assembly case that move together in tandem as an integrated unit in order to effect release of the support structure assemblies from their operative position, facilitating movement of the entire support assembly and shaft to a compact position inside the profile of the supporting article. The support structure shafts may attach skis, sleds, or wheels. A plurality of equipment engaging removable uprights stow horizontally in slots along the inside walls and a service shelf also conveniently stows flat along the underside or top of the article.

Abstract: A system related to providing a rescue sled vehicle to move an injured or wounded person from a hostile ‘battlefield condition’ environment to a safer environment for medical triage. The rescue sled comprises flexible hinged sections allowing for serpentine movement as well as vertical flexible movement to assist in rescue operations needing extraction from almost any type of structure or environment, particularly narrow areas and/or sloped ground/stairs. Further, the rescue sled is single rescuer carryable while providing the rescuer hands-free operation during entrance and exit operations.

Abstract: A compact lightweight flexible disposable game carrying sled comprises a flexible high density polyethylene sheet configured to receive game thereon and be dragged along the ground during transport of the game. A plurality of sets of holes defining lines are in spaced locations along the sheet. A plurality of tie down lines are included, with each tie down line weaving through one set of holes to couple the line to the flexible sheet. The tie down lines are configured to completely encircle the game to secure the game to the sheet. A plurality of intersecting uniform material thickness fold lines extend across the sheet, allowing the sheet to be folded to form a compact structure for storage and for transport when not in use and unfolded when the game carrying sled is to be used.

Abstract: A pitman-style foldable frame structure has an innovative and unique assembled design. The frame structure includes foldable panels, a central spindle, lateral frames, oblique connecting rods, a control device, and a central connecting frame. The frame structure offers improvement over the prior art in lowering the material cost and increasing structural support strength and rigidity of the pitman-style foldable frame and achieves practical advancement and better industrial utilization effect.

Abstract: The Foldable/Flexible sled is a lightweight circular sled that folds up into itself, with two quick hand motions, for quick and easy transport. Made of soft, flexible material it is also less dangerous in the case of sledding accidents.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sled or snow chair that includes a foldable frame pivotally supported on a pair of runners and a passenger support unit movably supported on the foldable frame. The foldable frame has a deployed position and a folded position. When in its deployed position, the passenger support unit is secured to the foldable frame and maintains the foldable frame in its deployed position. The sled or snow chair can be maintained in the folded position for easy storage and transportation.

Abstract: An assembly and method for adapting a baby stroller to better travel over unstable ground, such as sand. A sledge is provided that has a top surface and a bottom surface. The bottom surface is flat with a beveled front end that enables the sledge to be easily pulled over sand or mud. Retention features, such as semi-cylindrical depressions, are formed in the top surface of the sledge. The retention features enable a baby stroller to be placed atop the sledge without rolling off. Once the wheels of the stroller are attached to the sledge, the sledge can be pulled through sand and mud more easily. The sledge may be supported by wide wheels to help the sledge roll over unstable ground. Furthermore, the sledge may be collapsible so that it can be easily stored when not in use.

Abstract: A lightweight, strong, sturdy, and versatile evacuation sled is disclosed. The body of the sled may be manufactured from a single piece of material, stored flat, and folded into its functioning configuration. When folded, the sled has one or more straps that help hold it in its folded configuration and allow maneuvering or carrying the sled. The sled may be readily towed with a towing harness and may be moved down an incline, such as stairs, by means of a rope and belay device. The sled has a low coefficient of friction and is lightweight, allowing the sled to be readily moved and handled without requiring the assistance of multiple people. Additional sleds with foam inserts may be provided to carry equipment such as for life support. The sled may also provide surge capacity for facilities like hospitals, as the sled is designed to be inexpensive and essentially disposable.

Abstract: A collapsible stroller like device is described. The device includes a base portion to permit a child to be pushed or pulled across the snow or other surface.

Abstract: The invention concerns the fields of vehicle engineering and sporting goods. It relates to a sled, preferably with two parallel interspaced runners, with spring suspension. The seat frame (5) and the runner frame (2, 3, 11 to 14) can be collapsed in a vertical direction when the sled is not in use. The seat frame (5), together with the sitting surface (18), is mounted in a rotational and detachable manner, via both of its front ends (6, 7), on the front traverse (4) of the runner frame by means of two half-shells provided with quick-release latches (8). The runners (2, 3) are, approximately at mid-length, joined in a fixed manner to the seat frame and to the sitting surface by two upward sloping rods or tubes (10, 11) and (12, 13) and by a transverse member (14), to which the longitudinal bars are fastened in a fixed manner, said rods or tubes being fastened to the runners in a fixed manner The traverse (4) forms, together with the runners and with the rods or tubes, the whole of the runner frame.

Abstract: A portable stroller that includes a collapsible frame that has two Y-shaped support units and a plurality of links which collapsibly mount a seat section thereon.

Abstract: In one embodiment, an iceboard includes a plank having a first end and a second end and a first side and a second side. One or more supports are coupled to the first side of the plank and, one or more blades are coupled to the one or more supports, the blades operable to glide across an icy surface. The iceboard further includes a piece of frictional material coupled to the second side of the plank and operable to provide traction relative to the plank. The iceboard further includes a brake coupled to the first side of the plank adjacent a first end of the plank. In particular embodiments, the brake is operable to abrasively scrape the icy surface when applied to the icy surface.

Abstract: A lightweight, strong, sturdy, and versatile evacuation sled is disclosed. The body of the sled may be manufactured from a single piece of material, stored flat, and folded into its functioning configuration. When folded, the sled has one or more straps that help hold it in its folded configuration and allow maneuvering or carrying the sled. The sled may be readily towed with a towing harness and may be moved down an incline, such as stairs, by means of a rope and belay device. The sled has a low coefficient of friction and is lightweight, allowing the sled to be readily moved and handled without requiring the assistance of multiple people. Additional sleds with foam inserts may be provided to carry equipment such as for life support. The sled may also provide surge capacity for facilities like hospitals, as the sled is designed to be inexpensive and essentially disposable.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a wheeled luggage item with an ergonomic telescopic handle assembly. The ergonomic telescoping handle assembly of the present invention allows a user to use the luggage using just one hand. Furthermore, the ergonomic telescoping handle assembly shifts the weight of the bag onto the bag, rather than the user's arm, reducing strain on the user's arm, and it provides for a greater space between the user's heel and the bag, reducing the chance that the user will kick the bag while walking. Finally, the ergonomic telescoping handle assembly of the present invention is stored compactly within the luggage, maximizing the volume available within the luggage for storage of personal items.

Abstract: A stroller includes a wheel frame and a handle frame. The handle frame includes a grip member and two swing rods. The swing rods are spaced apart from each other in a left-to-right direction, and are connected pivotally to the wheel frame. The grip member has two extension rod portions that are connected respectively and pivotally to the swing rods so as to allow the grip member to be folded on the swing rods. Two slide sleeves are sleeved respectively and movably on the extension rod portions. Two rod-retaining seats are disposed respectively on the slide sleeves, and engage respectively and automatically retaining grooves in the swing rods so as to prevent the grip member from pivoting upwardly away from the swing rods when the grip member is folded on the swing rods.

Abstract: A lightweight, strong, sturdy, and versatile evacuation sled is disclosed. The body of the sled may be manufactured from a single piece of material, stored flat, and folded into its functioning configuration. When folded, the sled has one or more straps that help hold it in its folded configuration and allow maneuvering or carrying the sled. The sled may be readily towed with a towing harness and may be moved down an incline, such as stairs, by means of a rope and belay device. The sled has a low coefficient of friction and is lightweight, allowing the sled to be readily moved and handled without requiring the assistance of multiple people. Additional sleds with foam inserts may be provided to carry equipment such as for life support. The sled may also provide surge capacity for facilities like hospitals, as the sled is designed to be inexpensive and essentially disposable.

Abstract: Disclosed is a snow sled with brake pedals that can be actuated operated either independently or cooperatively by foot pressure or by manual cable-brake control levers, to press the brake shoes into the snow surface over which the sled is traveling, thereby braking the sled. The brake pedals are pivotably suspended from the sled frame so that the rider's feet can rest upon them. The lower portions of the pedals form brake shoes extending downward and rearward from the foot rest portions of the pedals, such that the brake shoes can be pressed into the snow surface by applying foot pressure to the pedals. Alternatively, the brake pedals can be actuated by a bicycle-style cable-brake lever. Cable-biasing means is provided to keep the brake cable taut when the brake pedals have been partially actuated by foot pressure, so that the cable-brake system remains operatively effective at all times.

Abstract: An articulated snowboard includes first and second members that are joined at a first end by an articulation mechanism that permits vertical offset between the members while preserving parallel orientation of at least one of a longitudinal axis through each member and a leading edge of each member. Articulation enhances stability, user control, and braking action. Further, the articulation mechanism permits folding the articulated snowboard in half for storage and transport, and also permits separating the two members. When separated the two members can be worn by a user as emergency snowshoes or short skis.

Abstract: A device and method are disclosed for a configurable snowshoe and ski device. The device may include a base member having a bottom for traversing over snow, and a plurality of wings rotatably coupled to the member, the wings convertible between a skiing configuration in which the wings form a surface for gliding over snow and a snowshoe configuration in which the wings extend outward laterally. Also, the device may include a first locking device configured to maintain the plurality of wings in the snowshoe configuration, and a second locking device configured to maintain the plurality of wings in the skiing configuration. The method may include rotatating a plurality of wings coupled to a base member outward laterally to form a snowshoe configuration, and rotating the plurality of wings inward to form a skiing configuration in which the wings form a surface for gliding over snow.

Abstract: A steerable sports scooter including a bi-laterally pivotable independent forward portion, a hand-operable direction controller, and an independent rearward portion in secured communication with the forward portion and having a support surface upon which to stand. Preferably, the forward portion of the scooter is angularly adjustable for selecting approach pitch, while the rearward portion includes a brake member. The brake member may be a manual brake member or a mechanical brake member. The scooter may be a snow scooter. The snow scooter may include a skag. The skag may be detachable and may be connected to the brake member. A preferable direction controller is a stem with a handle bar set for grasping and turning by hand. Most preferably, the stem is in axially pivotally attached communication with the forward portion for selectively moving the stem between a generally vertical and a generally horizontal orientation to thereby permit folding upon the snow scooter for easy carrying and transport.

Abstract: A steerable sports scooter including a bi-laterally pivotable independent forward portion, a hand-operable direction controller, and an independent rearward portion in secured communication with the forward portion and having a support surface upon which to stand. Preferably, the forward portion of the scooter is angularly adjustable for selecting approach pitch, while the rearward portion includes a brake member. The brake member may be a manual brake member or a mechanical brake member. The scooter may be a snow scooter. The snow scooter may include a skag. The skag may be detachable and may be connected to the brake member. A preferable direction controller is a stem with a handle bar set for grasping and turning by hand. Most preferably, the stem is in axially pivotally attached communication with the forward portion for selectively moving the stem between a generally vertical and a generally horizontal orientation to thereby permit folding upon the snow scooter for easy carrying and transport.

Abstract: A ski vehicle includes a frame having a first ski mounted thereon. A steering column having a handlebar attached thereto is rotatably mounted to the frame. A second ski is mounted to the steering column. A seat post has a first end and an opposing second end. The first end of the seat post is hingedly, removably, and/or slidably mounted to the frame. A seat is mounted to the second end of the seat post.

Abstract: A knock-down transport device (10) for retrieving downed game animals from remote locations wherein the transport device (10) comprises a plurality of generally rigid intermediate plate members (20) (20′) (20″) having leading (22) and trailing (23) edges that cooperate with one another to interlock the intermediate plate members (20) (20′) (20″) together; wherein, the forwardmost intermediate plate member (20) is operably associated with an elongated front panel member (40) having a curved front portion (49) and the rearwardmost intermediate plate members (20″) is operatively associated with a generally L-shaped rear plate member (30); and, wherein all of the plate members (20) (30) and (40) are provided with hinged loop members (27) (37) (47) adapted to receive an elongated tether member (50) for securing a load (100) to the transport device (10).

Abstract: A seat with linkage attachable on either side of conventional luggage carts, on both sides, or to the backside, and once the push/pull handle rotates upward, positions itself vertical, for headroom clearance, and simultaneously deploys the seat to horizontal level, for seating, with an extension arm attached to, or part of, the bent projecting arm of the push/pull handle. The seated user's weight transfers directly to the floor by a U-shaped underseat support, preventing the cart from moving, and when the handle is down, for cart movement, the downward rotation retracts the seat up to stowed position with a torsion spring. The seat can be installed on a corner post of the cart structure, manually rotated to level position around the cart's corner, providing seating at either side, or back of the cart, and in stow position rests against cart structure. In all embodiments multiple stacking of carts is allowed.

Abstract: A snow skiing device on which a skier may sit and/or stand. The device includes a frame having a front end and a rear end. A ski system which, in one embodiment, includes a steerable front ski attached to the front end and a rear ski attached to the rear end of the frame. The skis can be in linear alignment with one another. The device further includes a platform extending from the front end to the back end of the frame and is positioned above the skis. The platform, in one embodiment, is parallel to the skis.

Abstract: A wearable sled includes a sled body made out of a substantially thin and flexible polymeric resin. The sled body has a sliding surface for slidably contacting a slippery slope and a user contacting surface for contacting the user body. A pair of shoulder straps allows attachment of the sled body adjacent a first end thereof to the shoulders of the user. A pair of foot straps allows attachment of the sled body adjacent a second end thereof to the feet of the user. The sled body is configured and sized for extending substantially across the width of the user body from the base of the neck region to the feet of the user when the sled body is in a deployed configuration with the shoulder and foot releasable attachment straps attached to the user body.

Abstract: A knock-down transport device (10) for retrieving downed game animals from remote locations wherein the transport device (10) comprises a plurality of generally rigid intermediate plate members (20) (20′) (20″) having leading (22) and trailing (23) edges that cooperate with one another to interlock the intermediate plate members (20) (20′) (20″) together; wherein, the forwardmost intermediate plate member (20) is operably associated with an elongated front panel member (40) having a curved front portion (49) and the rearwardmost intermediate plate members (20″) is operatively associated with a generally L-shaped rear plate member (30); and, wherein all of the plate members (20) (30) and (40) are provided with hinged loop members (27) (37) (47) adapted to receive an elongated tether member (50) for securing a load (100) to the transport device (10).

Abstract: A rescue device (20) having a sled body (22), back support member (24), safety belts (26, 28, 30), and a lowering strap (32) is utilized to lower incapacitated individuals down inclined terrain such as stairs. The sled body (22) includes a plurality of reinforcing corrugations (46, 64, 72, 88, 98) and a plurality of integral components such as a U-shaped perimeter edge (44) and hand holds (92) which make the sled body (22) more rigid, so that the entire device weighs only twenty-one pounds. A hanging apparatus (128) is provided in combination with the device (20) and includes hanging arms (132) which extend through handle openings (96) of the sled body (22) to store the device (20).

Abstract: A rescue device (20) having a sled body (22), back support member (24), safety belts (26, 28, 30), and a lowering strap (32) is utilized to lower incapacitated individuals down inclined terrain such as stairs. The sled body (22) includes a plurality of reinforcing corrugations (46, 64, 72, 88, 98) and a plurality of integral components such as a U-shaped perimeter edge (44) and hand holds (92) which make the sled body (22) more rigid, so that the entire device weighs only twenty-one pounds. A hanging apparatus (128) is provided in combination with the device (20) and includes hanging arms (132) which extend through handle openings (96) of the sled body (22) to store the device (20).

Abstract: The ground gliding vehicle has a gliding part (1) facing the ground, a supporting structure 2 placed upon it and a seating structure (3) attached to this supporting structure (2). On the supporting structure (2) and/or on the seating structure (3), means (5) for holding on are attached. The supporting structure (2) is equipped with a shock absorber (4) for absorbing bumps of the ground during a ride. The seating height (H) is adjustable by virtue of the fact, that the shock absorber (4) can be attached to several points (12.1-12.3) on the gliding part (1). The ground gliding vehicle can be folded up, in order to occupy less volume during transportation. When driving, the driver in essence sits upright on the seating structure (3) and looks in the direction of travel (x), so that his feet touch the ground each on one side of the gliding part (1). The driver can wear short—or extremely short skis on his feet. The ground gliding vehicle is steered mainly by the transfer of weight.

Abstract: A sliding vehicle for snow sport includes a sliding pad bearing on the snow, a support element provided with a seat in the central portion and a conducting member in the front portion. The support element may be articulated at the rear portion of the pad around a transverse axis extending perpendicularly with respect to the longitudinal direction, and is connected to the front of the pad by a mechanical connection, allowing the support element to be turned down against the pad in the putting away and transportation position. A shock absorbing member may be added to the mechanical connection in order to absorb the shocks received by the pad during the sliding phase.

Abstract: A steerable snow scooter including a bi-laterally pivotable independent forward portion, a hand-operable direction controller, and an independent rearward portion in secured communication with the forward portion and having a support surface upon which to stand. Preferably, the forward portion of the snow scooter is angularly adjustable for selecting approach pitch, while the rearward portion includes a brake member. A preferable direction controller is a stem with a handle bar set for grasping and turning by hand. Most preferably, the stem is in axially pivotally attached communication with the forward portion for selectively moving the stem between a generally vertical and a generally horizontal orientation to thereby permit folding upon the snow scooter for easy carrying and transport. The steerable snow scooter so defined permits the user thereof to easily ride and maneuver over a snow surface for an enjoyable experience.

Abstract: An alpine rescue alert assembly operated by a ski patrol member. The rescue alert assembly adapted for mounting between a pair of toboggan handles pivotally attached to the front of a toboggan. The toboggan used for carrying an injured skier. The alert assembly includes a battery received in a battery tray attached to a side of one of the handles. The assembly also includes a pole mounting base. The pole mounting base rotatably mounted on a pivot pin ring. The pivot pin ring is attached to a ring bracket mounted on and expending upwardly from an assembly brace. A lower end of a pivot pole is releasably attached to the pole mounting base. The pole mounting base allows the pole to be raised from a lowered horizontal position upwardly to a vertical position when the alert assembly is in use. An upper end of the pivot pole includes a strobe light and a siren mounted thereon. The strobe light and siren include electrical wiring connected to the battery.

Abstract: A conventionally shaped skateboard is divided into three sections, one section measures at about half the length of the skateboard, a middle section measures at approximately the height of the truck and wheel assembly, and a third section constitutes the remaining length of the skateboard. The three sections are hinged together to form a folding skateboard such that when the skateboard is folded, the trucks and wheels of the skateboard are adjacent each other in the interior of the J-shaped configuration of the folded skateboard. The sections are locked in an extended, aligned orientation to form a usable skateboard in three embodiments by clips which fit onto the side edges of the skateboard deck and in a fourth embodiment by rods which fit into and slide within cylindrical grooves formed on the bottom of the skateboard deck.

Abstract: A snowboard is provided for riding over snow, including a front board member having a front board forward end and a front board rearward end; a rear board member having a rear board forward end and a rear board rearward end; and a hinge assembly interconnecting the front board member rearward end and the rear board member forward end. The rear board member preferably overlaps the front board member so that the front board rearward end is underneath the rear board forward end to minimize drag at the joint when the snowboard moves over snow in a forward direction.

Abstract: The invention is an inflatable evacuation/rescue sled for use in stabilizing the occupant initially followed by transport. The sled uses an inflatable cushion in connection with the sled. After the occupant has been transferred onto the backboard and stabilized in the sled the cushion is inflated by use of an air canister in connection with the sled. The sides at the mid-point have accordion inserts fashioned to facilitate ease of turning. The bottom of the sled includes two sided scales to further facilitate and control the travel of the sled.

Abstract: A Multi-functional foldable sled including a body portion with a front section, a rear section and a middle section. The front section and the middle section have a front hinge therebetween for pivotal coupling. The rear section and the middle section have a rear hinge therebetween for pivotal coupling. Provided are a pair of rear runners with each rear runner having a rear pole support exteriorly mounted thereon. A pair of front runners are included and each of the pair of front runners having a front pole support exteriorly mounted thereon. Finally, a pair of elongated pole members are provided. Each one of the pair of pole members is positioned within one of the rear pole supports and one of the front pole supports for allowing the body member to transport the pair of pole members.

Abstract: An articulated two-section snowboard has a first and second section joined together for twisting and oscillation. Each section has an upper surface, a lower surface and an outer portion and an inner portion. A flexible connector joins the inner portions of the first and second sections and a pair of bindings for securing the feet of a user to the upper surface of the first and second sections.

Abstract: A foldable skibob includes a frame with a steering column journalled in a forward steering column bearing. A first pivot configuration is attached to the steering column and a front ski is articulated at the first pivot configuration. A second pivot configuration is attached at the rear end and a rear ski is articulated at the second pivot configuration. A first spring support supports the first pivot configuration against the steering column, and a second spring support supports the second pivot configuration against the rear end of the frame. A support element is provided at one of the first and second spring supports against which a respective pivot configuration rests when the skibob is in an operational condition. The support element is pivotable away from the support element towards a center region of the frame between the front end and the rear end for folding the skibob.

Abstract: A device for pulling heavy equipment across a supporting surface such as a floor. It includes a composite pad of generally rectangular shape having lengthwise and crosswise edges. The composite pad includes a lower, flexible sheet of plastic and an upper backing of rubber. The plastic sheet has a smooth lower surface for engaging the floor. The upper rubber backing has a ribbed surface for engaging the equipment. A pair of straps attached to the composite pad extend lengthwise beyond at least one crosswise edge of the composite pad. Each of the pair of straps is attached to the composite pad between the plastic sheet and the rubber backing along a lengthwise edge of the composite pad. Each of the straps terminates in a distal end located remotely of the composite pad and a handle is formed in each distal end of each strap. Each strap may extend beyond each crosswise edge of the pad.

Abstract: An articulated two-section snowboard includes separate front and rear sections joined together for articulation and oscillation, each section having a binding for one foot. In a preferred embodiment, the joint between the two sections is achieved by one or more flexible straps. The front end of the strap being attached to the rear end of the front section and the rear end of the strap being attached to the front of the rear section, the strap preferably passes through openings formed for the purpose in the front of the rear section. A spacer may be provided to keep the rear section from riding up over the front section, and a quick-connect and disconnect latch may be provided to separate the sections for purposes of storage or replacement of a section.

Abstract: A sled worn on the body during sledding. The sled comprises a seat component and a leg component, both of which are ergonomically configured to correspond to the shape of the human body. The leg component is pivotally attached to the seat component to enable it to reciprocate from an upward walking position to a downward sledding position. The leg component includes an upturned distal portion to allow the device to ride over small obstacles and bumps in the sledding path.

Abstract: A collapsible sled for transporting items having a front section and a rear section pivotally connected to each other so as to be positioned in operable and collapsible positions. The sled includes a runners, each of which includes a V-shaped blade and a pawl and ratchet assembly for automatically locking each runner into an operable position relative to the front and rear sections; a snap lock for locking the front and rear sections into the collapsible position; and a slidable lock for locking the runners to the front and rear sections when the sled is in the collapsible position.

Abstract: A snow sled comprising a first substantially U-shaped frame having a cross brace that interconnects the first and second side. A second substantially U-shaped frame pivotally connected to the front end of the first frame. A first handle assembly is positioned upon the first frame. A second handle assembly is positioned upon the second frame. A seat assembly is positioned perpendicular to the cross brace. Two forward skis and two rearward skis are secured to the respective second frame and first frame.

Abstract: A carriage for rescuing patients is formed by a flat bottom rectangular frame having upstanding side walls, a rear wall, and a forwardly and upwardly inclined front wall. The frame is transversely divided by a partition to form a rearward seat area and a forward leg supporting area. A series of hingedly connected panels extending longitudinally of the frame define a back support portion, seat support panels, and flexed leg position supporting panels at the forward end of the frame. Flexible straps connected with the frame secure a patient therein and provide frame controls for an operator moving a carriage down a stairway at a selected rate of descent.

Abstract: A flexible sled and slide construction (10) wherein both the sled unit (12) and the slide unit (11) are fabricated from hinged cardboard panels (30) and (20) which are provided with hard wax coatings (31) and (21) to allow the bottom (38) of the sled unit (12) to slide easily over the top (24) of the slide unit (20).