Abstract: This invention is for safely speeding up the rewinding of a strap used to secure cargo on a truck or trailer. The Tool consists of a shaft which in use extends into the inside of a conventional strap winch drum. At the end of the shaft is a cylindrical elastomeric plug which is a tight fit into the inside of the winding drum. The shaft is then connected to a rotary drive apparatus comprising a hand crank or is power driven. Because the tool can be simply pushed into the drum and operated without the requirement of alignment of the shaft, for a mechanical connection between the shaft and winch drum, the operator's hands need not be on the tool other than on the handle which is not above the drum. This is typically quicker and safer than the prior art.

Abstract: A grip for fishing rod and a fishing rod including the grip that is disposed at a rear end portion of a fishing rod body of an elongated rod shape are disclosed. The grip includes a core body having a cylindrical shape of a predetermined thickness, and a tail end body. The core body is configured to be fitted onto an outside of a core having a cylindrical shape at the rear end portion of the fishing rod body 11. The tail end body is configured to cover a rear end opening of the core body. The core body and the tail end body are integral. The core body has a peripheral wall that has a void portion along a grip axis direction.

Abstract: A personal mobility includes a steering shaft, a handlebar extending from an upper end of the steering shaft to opposite sides, two grip parts installed on opposite ends of the handlebar, respectively, to be displaceable with respect to the handlebar in a direction of intersecting a longitudinal direction of the handlebar, and a buffer device provided between each of the grip parts and the handlebar to reduce vibration or shock transmitted from the handlebar to the grip part.

Abstract: An operating device comprises a base member and an operating member. The base member includes a first end portion, a second end portion, and a grip portion. The first end portion is configured to be coupled to a handlebar. The second end portion is opposite to the first end portion. The grip portion is provided between the first end portion and the second end portion. The operating member is pivotally coupled to the base member about a pivot axis. The base member includes a first lateral surface, a second lateral surface, and a first positioning portion. The second lateral surface is provided on a reverse side of the first lateral surface in a pivot axis direction parallel to the pivot axis. The first positioning portion is provided on the first lateral surface. The first positioning portion is configured to position a rider's finger.

Abstract: A bicycle grip with a tubular inner sleeve and a grip element surrounding the inner sleeve, and a clamping ring element connected to the bicycle grip for clamping the bicycle grip onto a handlebar, wherein a bushing is inserted into the hollow space of the handlebar on its face and which bushing has an internal thread into which an adjustment mechanism connected to the bicycle grip can be screwed for axially adjusting the handlebar width.

Abstract: A flavor inhaler (100) comprises a cup (50) having a cup shape. The cup is inserted into the holder (30) in a direction in which an opening of the cup is directed toward the ignition end side and a bottom plate (52) of the cup is arranged at the non-ignition end side. The cup has a claw portion (54) that protrudes into an inside of the cup from an inner wall surface of a side wall (51) of the cup. The claw portion has at least an engagement portion (54A) that engages an end surface of the combustion type heat source (70) in a non-ignition end side.

Abstract: A device, such as an electroactive device, may include primary electrode and a secondary electrode overlapping at least a portion of the primary electrode. An electroactive polymer element may include a composite polymer material and is disposed between and abuts each of the primary electrode and the secondary electrode. A phase change or other deformable medium such as a liquid, a gas, or a liquid-gas mixture may be disposed as inclusions within the polymer material. The device can be actuated by the application of a voltage between the electrodes and the attendant formation of a Maxwell stress, exposing the deformable medium to a source of radiation, changing a pressure of the deformable medium, or changing a temperature of the deformable medium, e.g., about a phase transformation temperature of the phase change medium.

Abstract: A climate-controlled hand grip assembly that uses one or more air jets or air channels directed at a tangent to an outer surface of the hand grip assembly. The outer surface may be curved and the air flow path may bend with the curve to provide a film of conditioned air along the outer surface that spreads beyond the point of origin of the air flow path. An exemplary embodiment of a steering wheel device with a rim and spokes is disclosed wherein the outer surface of the rim, spokes or both can be enveloped with conditioned air using a Coanda Effect.

Abstract: A grip assembly for an item of sporting equipment. The grip assembly is built around a core that is an elongated tubular body dimensioned for mounting on a grip mounting portion of the sporting equipment. The tubular body is formed with a three dimensional open structure located between an inner and an outer wall. The outer surface of the outer wall can also be equipped with a sleeve or other cover to facilitate the grip of a user. Sensors and transmission equipment located within the grip structure can be used to transmit data on forces that the grip is being subjected to, to reception equipment located for convenient viewing by a user.

Abstract: The innovation described herein generally pertains to a system and method related to a handle attachment device that can allow a user to operate the control lever arms of a zero turn radius vehicle with one hand. The handle attachment device can be configured to attach to control lever arms on a zero turn vehicle. The arrangement of the handle attachment device allows a user to grip the handle attachment device and steer the zero turn vehicle with one hand.

Abstract: A handlebar-grip system and apparatus comprising: a handlebar, the handlebar comprising: a center portion, a handle attached to a first end of the center portion, the handle comprising: a handle outboard and extending along an axial axis; a handle engaging geometry located on the handle outboard end, the handle engaging geometry is noncircular about the axial axis; a grip configured to slide onto the handle outboard end, the grip comprising: a grip central opening; a grip engaging geometry located in the grip central opening; a first portion that is circumferentially offset and axially coincident relative to a second portion thereof, where the first portion has a greater radial thickness than the second portion; where, with the handle positioned within the grip central opening, the grip is circumferentially keyed to the handle to limit rotation therebetween about the axial axis.

Abstract: A handlebar control for use with a vehicle operated by a user. The vehicle includes a handlebar operable to steer the vehicle and at least one brake configured to slow the vehicle when the at least one brake is activated. The handlebar control includes an actuator assembly mounted on the handlebar and configured to be actuated manually by a hand of the user. When actuated, the actuator assembly being configured to activate the at least one brake and/or another component of the vehicle.

Abstract: A racing bicycle handlebar includes a transverse support connected to a front part and is, in particular, designed in one piece. Two lower handle elements are connected to the transverse support. In order to design additional handle elements which are optionally elastic, two upper handle elements are connected to the transverse support.

Abstract: A grip assembly for an item if sporting equipment. The grip assembly is built around a core that is an elongated tubular body dimensioned for mounting on a grip mounting portion of the sporting equipment. The tubular body is formed with a three dimensional open structure located between an inner and an outer wall. The outer surface of the outer wall can also be equipped with a sleeve or other cover to facilitate the grip of a user. Sensors and transmission equipment located within the grip structure can be used to transmit data on forces that the grip is being subjected to, to reception equipment located for convenient viewing by a user.

Abstract: The present disclosure presents a multi-purpose pole grip design in a generally conical shape to resist a user's hand from sliding off it while under axial loading. The present disclosure provides a more ergonomic and comfortable handle that requires less grip strength thus making it a prime design for poles used in sports like skiing and hiking and general walking sticks, including canes.

Abstract: A pivotal handgrip pad for use on a bicycle handlebar including a first section and a second section. Attached to the first section is a hook and loop fastener with a buckle to connect the pad to the handlebar. The second section includes a cushioned material and a layer of material that extends from the second section to the first section to enable the cushioned second section to rest on the handlebars in a lowered position so that a rider's hand may grip the second section and handlebars simultaneously, and a raised position where the rider is enabled to grip just the handlebars and not the pad.

Abstract: A handlebar end cap for a bicycle contains: a body, a retaining member, and a cover. The body includes a hole, at least one end face, and a fixing groove with a second inner diameter. The hole has a first inner diameter, and the body further includes a slot. The retaining member includes a recess and a first outer diameter, the first outer diameter has a circular locking loop, and the locking loop has a second outer diameter. The retaining member further includes a positioning rib and a limiting notch, the positioning rib has a third inner diameter, and the limiting notch has a fourth inner diameter. The cover includes a covering face, and the cover includes a first locating trench and a defining portion. The first locating trench has a third outer diameter, and the defining portion has a fourth outer diameter.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for mounting exercise equipment onto handlebars of a bicycle. A hand grip device is supported by a T-shaped support member and is detachably secured with a mounting device, which is formed as a two-part clamp. The support member has elongated openings, through which the lever ends of the hand grip extend. A ball joint at the end of the support member is engaged in one of the clamp openings, while the second opening in the clamp member allows detachable engagement of the mounting member with the handlebar.

Abstract: A hand grip is disclosed. The hand grip has a cross-sectional profile and an axial extent delimited by opposing ends thereof, in which a resilient extension portion is provided at one side of the cross-sectional profile, and which extends substantially the length of the axial extent.

Abstract: A golf grip for a golf club includes a butt end, a tip end, a grip surface, and a gripping feature. The tip end includes a shaft opening. The grip surface extends between the butt end and the tip end. The grip surface is a tapered circular cylinder with an axis extending from the butt end to the tip end. The gripping feature includes a rake surface forming an acute angle with the grip surface. The rake surface extends into the grip at an acute angle relative to a plane perpendicular to the axis.

Abstract: A handle assembly for a power tool is disclosed. The handle assembly includes a base adapted to be mounted to a body of a power tool, and a handle having first and second mounting portions pivotably mounted to respective ends of the base. An elongate torsion spring has a first part mounted to the base and a respective second part mounted to each mounting portion such that pivoting of the handle relative to the base member causes twisting of the torsion member to resiliently oppose pivoting of the handle relative to the base portion.

Abstract: An apparatus for gripping a tool shaft includes a tubular handle having an opening for receiving a tool shaft; an air bladder disposed within the tubular handle for selectively constricting the opening; and a valve in pneumatic communication with the air bladder for inflating the air bladder, thereby causing the air bladder to grip a tool shaft inserted therethrough.

Abstract: Shock absorbing securement devices can anchor a bicycle frame tube to a bicycle carrier. The securement device includes a bicycle carrier engaging surface. The securement device also includes a bicycle frame tube engaging surface positioned at a distance away from the carrier engaging surface in a bicycle transporting orientation. The securement device includes a resilient force-responsive contraction/expansion mechanism biased toward an expanded configuration and coupled between the bicycle frame tube engaging surface and the bicycle carrier engaging surface whereby travel of the bicycle frame tube engaging surface relative to the bicycle carrier engaging surface is accommodated.

Abstract: A bicycle handle assembly for a handlebar contains a body including a peripheral fringe and a side fringe connected together to define a receiving space. The receiving space includes a first side and a second side. The peripheral fringe includes a first engaging portion, a first connecting portion and a fixing portion connected with two ends of the first engaging portion. A movable retaining member is installed in the receiving space and includes a second engaging portion, a second connecting portion and a moving portion connected with two ends of the second engaging portion. The second connecting portion is used to connect with the first connecting portion of the body. A locking element is used to force the moving portion toward the fixing portion of the body, so that the external fence of the handlebar is retained tightly between the first engaging portion and the second engaging portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to handlebars for a vehicle comprising: a central part intended to be secured to a steering member of the vehicle and taking the form of a hollow cylinder having a first outside diameter, at each end of the central part, an intermediate part taking the form of a hollow cylinder having a second outside diameter smaller than said first diameter, and connected to said end by means of a first adaptation part, for each intermediate part, an end part in line with said intermediate part, taking the form of a hollow cylinder having a third outside diameter smaller than said second diameter, and connected to said intermediate part by means of a second adaptation part, said third outside diameter being less than or equal to 21 mm, and for one of the end parts, a gas grip fitting on said end part and a flexible grip fitting on said gas grip, and for the other end part, a flexible grip fixed to said other end part.

Abstract: A vehicle includes a handgrip assembly supported by a handlebar assembly. The handgrip assembly includes handgrip portion that defines an outer grip surface. The handgrip assembly also includes a cover portion coupled to the handgrip portion and partially surrounding the handgrip portion. The cover portion provides an appearance of a hand supported by or grasping the handlebar assembly.

Abstract: A bicycle handle, which is suitable in particular for trekking and mountain bikes, comprises a sleeve with a sleeve slot in it. The sleeve is connected to a grip element. For fastening the bicycle handle on a bicycle handlebar, the sleeve is mounted to the bicycle handlebar, and a clamping device is provided in a clamping region of the sleeve. A barend is connected to the clamping device. In order to avoid rotation of the barend, it is provided according to the disclosure that a rotation-prevention device is arranged between the clamping device and the bicycle handlebar.

Abstract: A bicycle handle assembly for a handlebar contains a body including a peripheral fringe and a side fringe connected together to define a receiving space. The receiving space includes a first side and a second side. The peripheral fringe includes a first engaging portion, a first connecting portion and a fixing portion connected with two ends of the first engaging portion. A movable retaining member is installed in the receiving space and includes a second engaging portion, a second connecting portion and a moving portion connected with two ends of the second engaging portion. The second connecting portion is used to connect with the first connecting portion of the body. A locking element is used to force the moving portion toward the fixing portion of the body, so that the external fence of the handlebar is retained tightly between the first engaging portion and the second engaging portion.

Abstract: A bicycle handle assembly and a retaining device thereof contains a body including a peripheral fringe and a side fringe connected together to define a receiving space. The receiving space includes a first side and a second side, the peripheral fringe includes a first engaging portion, a first connecting portion and a fixing portion connected with two ends of the first engaging portion; a movable retaining member installed in the receiving space and including a second engaging portion, a second connecting portion and a moving portion connected with two ends of the second engaging portion. The second connecting portion is used to connect with the first connecting portion of the body. A locking element is used to force the moving portion toward the fixing portion of the body so that the external fence of the handlebar is retained tightly between the first engaging portion and the second engaging portion.

Abstract: A handle and a method of fabricating a handle, or another article of manufacture, that minimizes or avoids the likelihood of accumulating contamination before, during, or after use. The article includes a core element, for example, a plastic core element, having an outer surface and raised indicia, such as, letters or logos, extending beyond the outer surface; and a light-transferring material completely covering the raised indicia of the core element wherein the raised indicia are visible through the light-transferring material. The complete covering of the indicia avoids separation between the cover and the indicia. The cover material may be a translucent thermoplastic elastomer. Though particularly applicable to the medical device industry, aspects of the invention may be applied to a broad range of industries.

Abstract: A method for securing handlebar tape to a bicycle handlebar is provided comprising wrapping a length of handlebar tape along a length of handlebar; positioning a length of a heat-shrinkable sleeve so that it overlaps the terminal end of the handlebar tape; and heating the sleeve so that it substantially uniformly contracts to secure the terminal end of the handlebar tape to the handlebar. A handlebar assembly for a bicycle is also provided comprising a handlebar; handlebar tape covering a selected length of the handlebar; and a heat shrinkable sleeve overlapping the terminal end of the handlebar tape to secure the end of the handlebar tape to the handlebar.

Abstract: A control module, which is mounted on a handlebar of a bicycle, includes a base, a grip, a control bar, and a bolt. The base has a hole, and the hole has a first section and a second section, wherein the second section is bigger than the first section. The base is fitted to the handlebar whereby a sidewall of the first section touches the handlebar. The grip is fitted to the handlebar, and has a portion received in the second section of the hole of the base. The control bar is provided on the base to control a brake module or a derailleur module. The bolt is provided on the base, wherein both the base and the grip are fixed to the handlebar at the same time by tightening the bolt.

Abstract: A steering head for a walkie/rider truck includes a horn arranged in midsection and connectable to one end of a steering stem. Hand grips configured to control an operation of a drive are arranged on both sides of the horn and extend substantially transversely to the horn, and wing grips configured to control a raising and lowering of a load-carrying member are rotatably mounted on both sides of the horn and defining rotation axes which respectively extend in prolongation of rotation axes of hand grips.

Abstract: A bicycle handlebar grip comprises at least one surface element made e.g., of leather. The surface elements are each surrounded by a groove. For producing the bicycle handlebar grip with the respective groove, an injection mold comprises two mold portions provided with a web-shaped holding element. Each web-shaped holding element surrounds an insertion area for the surface elements.

Abstract: A spinning knob adaptable to a handle of a skateboard or a snowboard (hereinafter referred to as “board”), wherein the handle is fixedly connected to an abutment on any portion of the upper surface of board. Handle is fixedly attached to upper surface such that it is stationary during the operation of board. A bearing is disposed between knob and handle such that only the spinning knob rotates relative to the board. Rotation of the spinning knob can be bi-directional (CCW and CW) or only a single direction (CCW or CW). The handle can be a single, mono-structure with a fixed length or a telescoping configuration with multiple components in slideable engagement capable of being locked to form variable lengths or heights. Several embodiments of the board are possible by affixing one or more handles (telescoping or mono-structure) to the board at the front end, center portion, and/or aft end.

Abstract: A medical instrument with a shaft on whose distal end a tool is positioned and on whose proximal end a handle is positioned consisting of at least two gripping members, such that the tool can be actuated by a gripping member of the handle that is moveably configured and such that at least one gripping member of the handle consists of a rigid partial area and a pivotable partial area that can pivot around the rigid partial area. To create a medical instrument that is of simple structure and can be quickly and thoroughly cleaned, it is proposed with the invention that the pivotable partial area of the gripping member can be removably affixed to the rigid partial area of the gripping member by a catch mechanism.

Abstract: A flared or bell shaped motorcycle/bicycle handgrip which improves the design of handgrips, more specifically handgrips for mountain bike type bicycles and motorcycles with clip-on handlebars. Clip-ons are comprised of two separate short handles which are attached directly to the fork tubes, are placed lower than conventional handlebars, and are angled downward creating a lot of pressure on the wrists while riding. In order to alleviate wrist strain, and improve throttle control and steering inputs, the body of the present invention has an external surface which is flared. This flare spreads out the pressure and provides a larger surface for the palm to rest upon, and a larger surface area to grab onto, providing a more secure grip for mountain bikers. The flare is achieved by the base area progressively increasing in diameter, radially, the last half of the grip adjacent the second end, which is flat.

Abstract: A handlebar grip is disclosed that is formed from a strip of silicone. The strip of silicone is stretchable so that the strip of silicone may be stretched to varying degrees around the handlebar for adjusting the density or hardness of the handlebar grip. The strip of silicone additionally has overlapping mating surfaces that engage one another and mitigate protruding ridges from the handlebar grip.

Abstract: Methods of improving a handle grip are disclosed that provide a simple, economical, way to improve a grip on a handle. An improved grip can be placed on a handle by first providing a grip for placement on the handle. The grip can include an outer grip formed of an elastic material in a radially extended state, the outer grip configured to provide a secure and comfortable hold on the handle for a user, and an inner tube holding the elastic material in the extended state. The inner tube can be removable to allow the outer grip to constrict radially. The grip can then be placed over the handle, and the inner tube removed, allowing the outer grip to constrict radially to conform in fixed attachment to the handle.

Abstract: A grip for handlebars has a planar sheet of neoprene rubber, an embossed layer, or sheet, upon the exterior of the sheet, and a strip of hook releasable fastener upon one edge. The sheet has a generally rectangular form having four edges. An edge is about four inches and may extend to about twenty four inches. The sheet has an upper surface and a lower surface where the upper surface appears visible upon installation. The lower surface includes loop releasable fastener and receives the strip during installation. Further, the strip of hook fastener secures to the sheet through industrial stitching and a triple lock stitch and has adhesive suitable for many temperatures. The strip has an offset ½ inch wide that exposes a strip of hook fastener for later securement to the lower surface upon wrapping the sheet around a factory grip.

Abstract: Heated hand grips for motorcycles or other applications, such as snowmobiles, are disclosed. The hand grips enable better control and comfort for the user. The hand grips described herein have a better design for mounting on the handle bars, allowing for a better seal against ingress of moisture and for sturdier mounting of the control circuitry. The control circuitry itself is simplified, and the control knob has built-in detents for more tactile feedback to the user. The heated elements themselves include a temperature sensor for simplified wiring and immediate feedback.

Abstract: An integrated drop style handlebar including a left and right palm support. Each palm support is attached to the forward portion of the handlebar frame adjacent to a hood. Each palm support extends laterally outward away from the handlebar's middle portion. An upward facing surface on each palm support is positioned to support a distal lateral portion (the portion of the palm distal to the thumb and proximal to the fifth metacarpal bone) of a rider's palm while the web of the hand is placed on a hood. Each palm support preferably also provides a large enough surface to support substantially all of a rider's palm when the web is not placed on a hood.

Abstract: One embodiment of a handguard assembly includes an arm, a shield connected to the arm, and a biasing member between the arm and the shield. The biasing member is configured to bias the shield towards a position.

Abstract: Ergonomic handgrip that enables comfortable manipulation of a moveable apparatus such as a cart, sled, or wheelchair without affecting the portability or compactness of the folding capability of the moveable apparatus. Improves the comfort and manipulative ability of the person moving the apparatus by providing an improved grip that enables the hands of the person to be used in a natural, untwisted and relaxed overhand position.

Abstract: A handlebar arrangement for a bicycle or the like includes a handlebar having two opposing sides and adapted to turn a front wheel at a first pivot. Two tie rods are each pivotally attached at a forward end thereof proximate one of the ends of the handlebar at one of a pair of second pivots. Each tie rod terminates at a handle. In different embodiments, each handle is pivotally attached to the rearward end of one of the tie rods, or the handle of each tie rod includes a rotational bearing where connected to the tie rod, or each tie rod is pivoted to allow substantially 180 degrees of horizontal pivoting of the tie rod with the handlebar, and substantially 90 degrees of vertical upward pivoting of the tie rod with the handlebar, or each tie rod may be mutually pivotally connected with a connecting rod.

Abstract: An ergonomic hand grip assembly is provided for attenuating shocks and impacts and reducing discomfort occasioned by use. The assembly includes a novel slotted sleeve member disposed between an elastomeric outer cover and an inner control member.

Abstract: A handle grip member with electric heater can be produced in high yield through simple processing not using any core of synthetic resin and avoiding molding operation. Depressed groove (4) is spirally provided on an external surface of inner part (1) of rubber, and multiple ribs (5) are provided on an internal surface thereof along the direction of length. Electric heater (7) of tape-shaped metal conductor is implanted in the depressed groove (4), and fixed. Electric wires (8a,8b) are connected to two ends of the electric heater (7) and drawn out. The inner part (1) is inserted in outer part (9) of rubber tube, and the outer part (9) is fixed to the inner part (1) with the use of an adhesive, etc.

Abstract: A clamp assembly is provided for fixing a handlebar grip to a handlebar. The clamp assembly has a fixing member that is configured to be mounted on the handlebar. The fixing member has at least one mating grip locking structure and a component attachment structure.

Abstract: A hand grip for use on a handle of an assistive mobility device or a bicycle has a body and an integral fin. Both are designed to damp vibration and reduce the force experienced by a user's hand. This is accomplished by using different thicknesses of an elastomeric material in the structural layer of the hand grip and by designing the fin to flex. The grip is covered with a soft elastomeric outer layer that provides additional cushioning.

Abstract: An accelerator device capable of achieving miniaturization and easily varying torque characteristics with a simple structure. The accelerator device includes a housing, a grip-side rotary body which is rotated with accelerator operation, a friction member including a contact portion to apply resistance due to friction as being contacted to the grip-side rotary body, an urging member which is connected to the housing via the friction member and connected to the grip-side rotary body and which urges the grip-side rotary body to rotate to an initial position side, and a restriction portion which is arranged at the housing and which restricts rotation of the friction member with the urging force of the urging member as being contacted to the friction member. Here, the friction member is urged by the urging member in a direction that the contact portion is pressed to an outer circumferential face of the rotary body having the restriction portion as a fulcrum.