Abstract: A ski pole clip securely attaches a ski pole to a ski lift relieving a skier of the burden of holding the ski pole during a ski lift ride. The clip includes a first portion adapted for attachment to a ski pole and a second portion adapted for attachment to a portion of the ski lift. The clip is light-weight and remains attached to the ski pole during use of the ski pole, but does not interfere with use of the ski pole.

Abstract: The invention comprises an elongate body adaptable for the carrying and transportation of various lengthy items along with clothes or other related or unrelated items the placement of the latter of which provides a resilient deformable barrier for the protection of the former, and which body includes appropriate compartments, securing means and/or fastening means for the accomplishment of such purposes. Such body is constructed of materials, and comprises appropriate fastening and carrying means, which allow it to be folded along various axes thereof so as to allow it to be configured in a variety of ways for the accomplishment of its purposes.

Abstract: A ski pole holder is mounted to a ski lift and secures a skier's ski poles during the ski lift ride. The holder is resilient and includes a formation for slidably receiving the rod section of a ski pole and supporting the pole handle from below.

Abstract: A ski-carrier attachment is provided on its lower clamping part with two claws that open in opposite directions. It also has a third claw and plate for securing one of the claws. Mounting the ski-carrier attachment on the carrier bar of an automobile roof carrier is done by placing the ski-carrier attachment on the carrier bar at right angles thereto, so that the carrier bar lies between the two first-mentioned claws. The ski-carrier attachment is then turned through 90.degree. and locked in this position by the plate.

Abstract: A ski-carrying element that enables a ski to be carried by hand substantially horizontally, in a balanced fashion. The ski-carrying element has, on the one hand, a fixed part provided with means for fastening to the sole piece of the ski on the face having the ski boot bindings, and, on the other, a part used for gripping and adapted to move between an unfolded position, in which it goes beyond one of the sides of the sides of the ski when the ski-carrying element is being used, and a retracted position in said fixed part in the non-operative position of said ski-carrying element, including the operative position of the ski. The movable part is so mounted as to pivot about an axis perpendicular to the sole piece of the ski, and the fixed part has an abutment means against which the movable part bears in the operative position of the ski-carrying element, under the effect of the heavier weight of the part of the ski located behind said ski-carrying element relative to the axis of rotation.

Abstract: A ski pole carrier for carrying ski poles on the person having a clip for attachment to the person, a holder to hold the poles longitudinally, a rotation device to rotate the poles parallel to the person and a bracket to hold poles offset from the person.

Abstract: A ski retaining device is provided for carrying a pair of skis on a user's shoulder. A U-shaped nesting portion is provided for holding a pair of skis therein and the retaining device is provided with straddle portions to comfortably balance the device on the user's shoulder. The nesting portion includes locking clip portions which are dimensioned to frictionally engage and securely hold the skis therein. In a second embodiment, a retaining strap is provided to give the nesting portion added rigidity while retaining a pair of skis therein. The disclosed embodiments are provided with securing straps which enable the user to secure the retaining device to his or her ankle while skiing.

Abstract: A multiple purpose cable assembly for locking and alternatively carrying skis and poles, with a first cable section having eyelets at both ends and a second shorter cable section connected to one end of the first cable section with an eyelet at its distal end, the short cable section defining a fairly tight loop around the skis in both locking and carrying modes, and longer cable section defining a short loop around the skis and a handle in the carrying mode, and a long loop around the skis and an immovable object in the locking mode.

Abstract: A ski and pole case 10 constructed from a pair of hemicylindrical forms 11 and 12. The hemicylindrical forms 11 and 12 are manufactured of a closed cell water resistant cushioned foam. Each of the hemicylindrical forms 11 and 12 has a cutout 13 and 14 in its planar face. One having a cut 13 contoured to closely follow the outline of a pair of skis in base to base configuration, while the other cutout 14 is closely contoured to accept a pair of ski poles. Wrapping staps 15 are circumferentially attached to the arcuate surfaces and have an adjustable fastening means at one end. The wrapping straps 15 are attached so that when they are engaged they align the two hemicylindrical forms 11 and 12 to form a single cylinder. Strap handles 19 can also be provided and are generally disposed along a cylindrical element parallel to the longitudinal axis of the cylinder and further centralized approximately aft the cylinder's center of gravity.

Abstract: The invention contemplates, as an article of manufacture, an article-retaining adapter unit which, without requiring tooling of any kind is securely and removably attachable to an installed rack bar on an automobile roof. The adapter unit may be one of several different adapter units, each of which is dedicated to a different specific purpose, for example, one adapter unit for carrying skis, and another for carrying a sailboard. In each case, the adapter unit comprises an elongate base bar, equipped with hook structure at one end for skewed inserting engagement to an existing rack bar, the skew being such that once the inserting engagement has been made, the elongate base bar can be manipulated to non-removable retention when brought into close parallel relation with the existing rack bar. And when thus oriented parallel to the existing rack bar, clamp structure at the other end of the base bar is firmly securable to the rack bar, to complete the mounting.

Abstract: A lightweight plastic or metal lockable water ski rack is provided for use in pairs designed to be either removably or permanently attached to a boat. The water ski rack is a two-piece flattened substantially rectangular structure with slots for two water skis and a tow rope. A lower framed panel as a supporting base of each rack is bracketed to the ski boat and a hinged upper framed panel locks down and retains the skis. Ski slots in the lower framed panel are lined with a protective material and slots in the upper panel are fronted with an elastic retainer band. When the upper framed panel is closed down on the lower framed panel with skis in the slots, the elastic retainer band expands into the upper slots and retains the skis in a manner to prevent rattling. Provisions are included for the two closed panels to be locked together by a padlock.

Abstract: A pair of skis and ski poles can be carried by means of an apparatus having a fastener (e.g., a split ring or clip) that is secured to a first ski pole above the ski pole basket. An elongated member, such as a length of chain or flexible cord, is attached at one end to the fastener. A ring is attached to the other end of the elongated member that can be slipped over the tip of the second ski pole. The skis and poles are carried by first establishing a substantially parallel orientation of both ski poles with the elongated member extending between the ski poles. The skis are then placed perpendicularly through the opening between the poles until the toe bindings of the skis rest against the poles. The entire assembly is carried over the shoulder of the skier. The pole handles extend in front of the skier. The skis are held in a substantially vertical orientation between the back of the skier and the ski pole baskets.

Abstract: A device for transporting ski equipment includes a frame adapted for collapsed and extended orientations and having an elongated direction in the extended orientation includes first and second frame members collapsably coupled together for providing the collapsed and extended orientations of the frame. A first bracket is provided on the first frame member extending transversely to an elongated direction of the frame in the extended orientation and is adapted for receiving ends of a pair of skis. A second bracket is provided on the second frame member extending transversely to the elongated direction and has an open side for receiving the pair of skis received in the first bracket. A latch is positionable across the open side of the second bracket for closing the bracket and securing the pair of skis received in both the first and second brackets to the frame. Wheels are provided at one end for rolling the device over a surface.

Abstract: A lightweight stowable ski and pole carrier for a pair of skis and a pair of ski poles which clamps the skis together and engages the ski poles to enable a carrier to carry the assemblage with one hand and with the skis extending parallel to the body of the skiers and the ski poles extending at an acute angle with respect to the skis.

Abstract: A transport device for athletic equipment includes a transport container movable over the ground, e.g. on wheels through a telescoping push rod. The container has front and rear surfaces inclined toward each other and joined by a rounded connect surface extending front to back. The container is also divided along its longitudinal central plane into two side-by-side half shells locked together. The half shells may be pivotally connected to each other to swing with respect to each other. A cover extends over the top of the container. A channel extends substantially parallel to an inclined surface to receive an end of elongated athletic articles which can extend out of the top of the container. The channel may be slightly conically tapered in shape. A spreading device at the top of the channel may separate the elongate articles being held there. A device along the handle may hold the upstanding ends of the elongate articles in the container.

Abstract: A mobile ski locker comprises an enclosed cabinet, The cabinet having a frame with interconnected vertical and horizontal members and panels carried thereon, all of the panels except the front panel being fixed in position, the front panel including a hinge to form a door for the cabinet, the door being securable in a closed position by a combination lock and a key-operated lock, skis and ski poles being selectively secured to the rear panel of the cabinet by clamps having locks which are operable by the same key as that which opens the key operable lock on the door of the cabinet, the cabinet having an upper compartment and a lower compartment for wet items, the floor of the compartment being perforated to promote water drainage, the cabinet being made mobile over wet, dry or snow-covered surfaces by reason of the combination of wheels and runners secured to the cabinet at its lower rear edge, a collapsible handle being provided for easy movement of the locker.

Abstract: A flexible ski locking apparatus 10 for locking a pair of skis 1 and ski poles 2 to a stationary object 3 is constructed from outer wrapping strap 11 joined to inner wrapping strap 12. Both outer and inner wrapping straps 11 and 12 have a fastening means 14 attached to each end for joining the ends of each strap together. Locking strap 13 is integrally attached to outer wrapping strap 11 and provides a mechanism for locking the outer wrapping strap around a pair of skis 1 and ski poles 2 in a wrapped position and further securing the outer wrapping strap to a stationary object 13. Pocket 15 is attached to outer wrapping strap 11 and provided to harbor locking strap 13 when in an unused state. A separate sealing means is provided on the upper edge of pocket 15 to seal the locking strap within pocket 15.

Abstract: An accessory for protecting and holding skis together which includes a top member and a bottom member. The top member is formed of two flexible wings conforming in shape to the shovel of a ski with a receptacle to receive the shovel. The wings are joined usually at their bottom surfaces of their inner walls by a thin flexible bridge. The walls of the wings have openings which are substantially aligned with each other when the wings are folded against themselves. The bottom member also forms a receptacle to receive the tails of the ski and is sized to be received within the openings of the walls of the wings.

Abstract: A ski bag for receiving a pair of skis positioned with their sliding surfaces facing one another and tail and tip ends of the respective skis together. In a preferred embodiment, the bag is disposable and is made of polyethylene film. The bag is of narrow elongate shape and is closed at one end for receiving the tail end portions of the skis. A pair of inwardly directed pleats extends down both sides of the bag and the opposed faces of the pleats are sealed together in the region of the tail end portions of the skis to form permanent inwardly directed flaps that fit between the skis and prevent the edges rubbing against one another. The pleats are open in the region of the bindings and forwardly thereof so that the bag can expand to accommodate the bindings. Forwardly of the bindings, the pleats can be tucked between the skis for protecting their edges.

Abstract: A ski carrier is provided for use with skis to protect bindings, facilitate portability and prevent theft. The carrier is of tubular configuration with opposite ends defining restricatable openings through which ski boards are received, the carrier covering the bindings. A realeasable fastening assemby is provided on the carrier to facilitate its application and removal to and from skis, and both the fastening assembly and carrier body include lock receiving rings on the like to permit locking of the fastening assembly in the carrier closing position and locking of the carrier with skis included to a fixed base. The ski carrier includes padding for protection of the bindings as well as protection of the person carring the skis. The carrier is provided with a shoulder strap to facilitate portability.

Abstract: This invention relates to a ski carrier that has a wheel removable mounted on each upper surface of the tail end of two skis. The wheels are on stub axles that are received on the upper surface of the ski and allow the skis to be transported when the bottom of the skis are adjacent each other. In one embodiment a strap extends between each of the two wheels.

Abstract: A hand carrier for skis and a pair of ski poles comprising a unitary generally rectangular planar body provided with a transverse aperture forming a handle at one side thereof. The body portion opposite the handle is provided with a laterally open coextensive groove on its opposing sides for nesting an intermediate portion of each ski of a pair of skis. Resilient strap members, extended through the handle forming opening and transversely around the body and skis, overlap and secure the skis to the body. Pairs of outstanding clips, on opposing sides of the body adjacent the handle, resiliently support a pair of ski poles.

Abstract: This invention is a pair of devices which are easily applied to and used with snow skis for protecting the tips and heels of the skis against damage otherwise possibly occurring. The devices are in the form of members each having a stem portion and a bifurcated portion. The members are readily placed between opposing running surfaces of skis to be clamped together in a conventional way and are held by clamped engagement with the skis. One device, a Y member, has arcuate portions of which engage the running surfaces of the tips and reinforce the tips against damage otherwise possibly occurring due to mishandling or the like. The other, a T member, has crossbar portions which similarly engage the heel ends of skis and protect them against damage.

Abstract: A combination ski and boot bag which includes a centrally located elongated ski compartment for containing a pair of skis and poles, and which further includes a pair of laterally disposed, horizontally spaced boot compartments secured to opposite sides of the central portion of the ski compartment. Strap means are provided on the upper side of the central portion of the ski bag to facilitate hand carriage of the ski and boot bag.

Abstract: A convertible carrier for skis and ski boots is in the form of a strap with a pair of buckles for forming adjustable size loops at opposite ends of the strap connected by a central portion of the strap forming a handle. The loops can be tightened around a pair of back-to-back skis in spaced positions along the length of the skis so that the skis are slung from the central portion of the carrier. Alternatively, the loops can be tightened around respective ski boots and fastened together by a suitable fastener which is provided with the strap so as to form a convenient carrier for the boots.

Abstract: Disclosed is a ski cover that is configured for rapid and simple coverage of a ski or pair of skis and readily adaptable to cover skis of various lengths. Cover (10) comprises an elongate first sleeve (12) having a closed end (22) and an open end (24). The first sleeve is adapted to slide over one end of a ski (16) such that the closed end of the sleeve is adjacent the tip (44) of the ski. Also included is an elongate second sleeve (14) having a closed end (32) and an open end (34). The second sleeve is similarly adapted to slide over the other end of the ski such that its closed end is adjacent the heel (46) of the ski. A portion of the open end of one sleeve is overlapped by a portion of the open end of the other sleeve when the first and second sleeves are slid over the respective ends of the ski. A closeable slit (48) is incorporated into the overlapped sleeve in order to facilitate positioning the two sleeves in the overlapping arrangement.

Abstract: The carrying aid includes a roller device (2) with a housing (10) having two side walls (11, 12). Adjacent the lower edge (23) of the side walls (11, 12) is a floor element (16) which is pivotable on a laterally running pin (15). A fork (28) of a roller wheel (33) is mounted in the floor element (16) so as to be pivotable about an axis (31) which is perpendicular to the roller axis (32) and to the pin (15). The floor element (16) is secured by a stop (18, 19) and by a lockable detent means (20). A clamp strap (38) having a clamp lock (43) is guided in a groove (37) of the side walls (11, 12). By this means the housing (10) can be clamped to the rear end of a pair of skis. The pivotable roller (33) makes the guiding of the skis more comfortable. In addition, a carrying strap with a carrying loop can be attached to the skis above the bindings. In this manner the skis can be transported comfortably.

Abstract: A device for carrying snow skis wherein a ski tip receiver is permanently secured at the upper surface of a snow ski defining a tapered cylindrical space sized to receive and grip a ski pole tip and oriented to permanently align the cylindrical space perpendicular to the length to the ski such that when a ski pole tip is inserted into the cylindrical space, the ski pole will be disposed perpendicular to the length of the ski. The invention permits skis to be carried by inserting a ski pole tip in each ski tip receiver, hoisting the ski poles on a skier's shoulder to align the skis vertically along, and spaced from, the back of the skier, and secure and steady the skis by gripping the ski poles with a hand.

Abstract: A portable device for transporting skis comprises a cradle (10) made of a material which is at least semi-rigid and comprising a web (11) which is generally horizontal and two flanges (12, 13) which are generally parallel and vertical and which together with said web define an upwardly open, U-shaped, ski-receiving channel. A belt (20) is fixed to the cradle (10) and is suitable for being worn by the user to hold the cradle (10) substantially at waist height and on the hip of the user.

Abstract: A retractable ski leash device for mounting on a ski employing a dual purpose lock wherein the lock comprises a clasp attached to the end of the leash for surrounding the boot of the skier and clamping back on the line and when the ski is not in use, may be used for surrounding a post, rack or the like, and then engaged with the housing of the device for locking the clasp to the housing.

Abstract: A cover for protecting snow ski bindings from the elements is described. The protective cover encases two (2) bindings simultaneously with two (2) layers of flexible material, the inner layer being waterproof. Fastener straps are attached to the outer layer to hold the cover in place. This waterproof encasement protects the bindings when the skis are being transported or are placed in storage. The ski poles are attached to the outside cover by suitable fastener straps.An additional strap, attached to the protective cover, forms a sling to permit the skier to conveniently transport the skis to and from the slopes. When the protective cover is not in use, it is folded and stored in a pouch. The pouch when connected to the additional strap may be worn around the waist by the skier until the protective cover is again needed. A cloth red cross is also stored in the pouch which may be attached to the cover by suitable fastening means.

Abstract: A transporter for carrying an assembly of left and right snow skis is provided for carrying the skis when they are placed together with the ski bottoms abutting. The apparatus includes a pair of spaced part wheel carriages, positioned during transportation on respective opposite sides of the skis, each carriage holding an axle and a rotatably mounted wheel thereon. A flexible strap secures the wheel carriages to the skis. When the skis are removed, the carriages can collapse with respect to each other, thus collapsing the wheel base for easy storage, for example, in the user's pocket.

Abstract: A ski bag that is secured about itself and to another ski bag by the use of a specially constructed VELCRO.RTM. strip so that the skis are protected from damage once they are secured within the bags and utilize the specially constructed self contained VELCRO.RTM. strip for closure purposes.

Abstract: A flexibly resilient unitary ski holder, fastenable on a vertical support, to positionally maintain the tip portion of a vertically positioned pair of skis. The holder provides a flat base with a medial, partially severed "T" shaped holding structure resiliently extendable therefrom to engage the tip portions of skis. Lateral lugs on the base maintain ski spacing. Particular configuration allows formation by molding but provides substantial strength and durability.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for carrying snow skis wherein ski tip receiver is permanently secured at the upper surface of a snow ski defining a cylindrical space sized to receive a ski pole tip and oriented to permanently align the cylindrical space perpendicular to the length of the ski such that when a ski pole tip is inserted into the cylindrical space, the ski pole will be disposed perpendicular to the length of the ski. The accessory permits skis to be carried by the method of inserting a ski pole tip in each ski tip receiver, hoisting the ski poles on a skier's shoulder to align the skis vertically along, and spaced from, the back of the skier, and secure and steady skis by gripping the ski poles with a hand.

Abstract: A ski and pole carrier consists of a substantially rigid base member having an outwardly projecting lug against which the edge of at least one of the skis may bear. A flexible strap is slideably engaged on the base member and is secured by its other end to the base member so as to strap the skis to the base member. The pole holder is pivotably connected to the base member and has resilient clips for retaining the poles. When not in use, the pole support member may be folded down against the ski support member.

Abstract: A specially adapted grip allowing a lock and folded flexible cable to be stowed inside a standard ski pole. The cable is affixed to the lock and has a looped free end allowing the passage of the lock through the loop after it has been laced through the equipment to be secured. The lock can be latched to any part of the cable after encircling a rack or post.

Abstract: On the lower end section of a pair of skis (S), a roller device is fitted which comprises a holder (1), which can be detachably fixed to the ski, and a loosely and rotatably mounted roller (2). The holder can be inserted between the two skis until its lower stop strip (9) strikes the lower ski edge. Further stops (10 to 13) are provided for lateral securing.The holder is secured by means of a commercially available ski-securing strap (3), the steel tongue of which engages in a groove provided in the holder.In this way, the roller (2) is securely anchored to the skis and nevertheless projects only a little beyond the lower edge of the skis.

Abstract: A ski and pole holder comprising a pair of straps sewn together in back to back fashion at one of their ends and having connector rings at the ends and with opposite ends of the straps being passed through the rings after being respectively wrapped around a pair of skis and a pair of ski poles and the running ends then being doubled back to fasten to themselves.

Abstract: A ski and pole carrier unit adapted to be used in pairs to secure the skis and poles together is disclosed. Each unit includes a flat rectangular block with a pair of slots projecting inwardly from the long sides of the block and slightly toward one of the short sides. The width of each slot is sufficient to accommodate a ski pole. An L-shaped member is pivotably attached to the block proximate the other of the short sides and foldable from a position flush with two sides of the block to a position extended from the block. In the extended position, the base of the L-shaped member is parallel to the short side of the block and defines a space for receiving a pair of skis in the plane of the poles. A pair of straps are attached to the block, one strap to secure the poles to the slots and the other strap to secure the skis to the L-shaped member. The skis and poles are secured in a common plane by a pair of the units, so that they can easily be carried as a package.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a lightweight ski transport apparatus which can bind a pair of skis into a single package and transport the bound skis by use of a strap to be carried by hand or rested upon the shoulder. The apparatus comprises a harness for releasably engaging a pair of skis having padding to be inserted between the pair of skis for protecting one ski from the other, a strap for permitting a person to carry the skis with the attached harness, and a coupling device for releasably coupling the strap to the harness.

Abstract: A ski protection method and article uses an elastic, resilient, elongate flat body portion having a number of straps extending out. The flat body portion may be placed in between the bottoms of two skis and the straps secure the body portion and the two skis together, thereby protecting the ski edges. Male and female straps are used for avoiding undue stress on a particular portion of a strap and for quick assembly/disassembly.

Abstract: A support strap convertible from a skier seat to a ski carrier and vice versa, the strap comprising pockets at the ends of the strap for receiving a pair of ski pole handles whereby the strap is adapted to be suspended between generally upright ski poles to define a skier seat. The pockets include ski straps adapted to define loops into which the hands of the skier in the skier seat can be inserted for stability. The support strap is capable of use as a ski carrier by disposition of the ski straps about a pair of skis to hold them together in parallel, unitary relationship, with one of the ski straps in engagement with at least a portion of the ski bindings. The support strap defines a loop which can be slung over the shoulder of the skier.

Abstract: Steering device for a multi-axled goose-neck trailer which is coupled with a vehicle in front of the trailer, the steering device comprising wheels pivotable about a main axle and connected to stay rods for forcibly steering the wheels. These stay rods are each connected to an intermediate member which is also connected to a double piston rod, the ends of which are adapted for receiving a hydraulic signal from the vehicle, thereby steering the wheels.

Abstract: A carrier for a pair of skis comprises on each ski, in the region of the center of gravity of the ski assembly (i.e. the combination of ski and binding) a stirrup-shaped or bail-shaped handle which is movable between a retracted position in which the handle overlies the upper surface of the ski in the region of the center of gravity of the assembly and below the ski boot, and a position in which the handle extends outwardly beyond a longitudinal edge of the ski. A pair of skis can be carried in a balanced manner by gripping both handles thereof although the device also enables balanced carrying of a single ski.

Abstract: A ski lock comprising a U-shaped bracket having two generally parallel legs joined and spaced at first ends by a base strap, the free ends of the legs having pairs of aligned cruciform apertures at different spacings from the base, and a removable cross bolt having a rectangular body to be received in the apertures and a head to prevent the bolt from passing entirely through the apertures, and being configured to receive a lock for preventing removal of the bolt from the bracket.

Abstract: A ski rack which can also be used as a vise includes a base member and a perpendicular leg at either end, one leg fixed and the other hinged to move into and out of the perpendicular position. A suction cup is located along the underside of the base member. To secure the rack to a smooth surface, the fixed leg of the rack is placed thereon, the rack is forced downward until the suction cup contacts the surface and the air is expelled from it, and the hinged leg is swung down into the perpendicular position, against the smooth surface, forcing the base member upwards to increase the suction in the suction cup. For use as a vise, the rack has a pair of jaws, one movable, along the base member to grip lateral edges of a ski. A spaced apart pair of vises provides increased support. For use as a rack to hold skis along an automobile side window, a pair of racks are mounted along the window, one in front of the other, each in a vertical orientation.

Abstract: A flat wrap sheet of flexible material is provided with a pair of flaps adapted to extend through openings in the wrap sheet when it is folded around a pair of skis and a pair of poles. The flaps form retaining enclosures for the skis and poles and fasten in place to snugly retain the skis and poles in position. Hand grip portions extending from the ends of the wrap sheet provide a hand grip when the skis and poles are in the carrying position.

Abstract: A ski pole having a basket and grip configuration for use in carrying a pair of skis. The basket defines a first gripping surface for securing the basket to a pair of skis and a second gripping surface for securing the basket to the grip end of a second pole. The grip of each pole is provided with an adjustable rotatably mounted strap for use in holding the basket in gripping contact with the skis. So secured, the skis and two poles are held together to facilitate carrying.

Abstract: A ski pole basket carrier system for carrying a pair of skis and poles as a unit including first and second pairs of interconnection means, one pair at the forward end and one pair at the rearward end of the skis; first and second ski pole baskets, each basket including a center hole for engaging the lower end of one ski pole and at least one recess disposed for releasably receiving the other ski pole; means for securing the other ski pole in the recess; and means for releasably engaging a pair of the interconnection means on the skis.