Abstract: An epaulet system for shoulder pads, the system including an epaulet having an elongate epaulet projection extending outwardly therefrom, an epaulet restraining member having an elongate channel for receiving the epaulet projection, a flexible connector hingedly connecting the epaulet to the shoulder pad, and a force member for urging the epaulet toward the shoulder pad.

Abstract: The invention pertains to protective helmet that has an inflatable liner that is constructed with a multiplicity of cells each separated by constrictions of a narrower cross-section. The liner has a central ring and a plurality of loops extending therefrom adapted to protect various portions of the wearer's skull. The structure of the liner permits the liner to be molded using various molding techniques.

Abstract: A protective helmet incorporates an inflatable liner that has front, crown, rear, left and right side portions. To ensure uniform inflation, the inflatable liner is comprised of a plurality of inflatable cells interconnected by a series of air passageways. The liner has a front portion that extends to the lower edge of the helmet and a rear portion that extends below the external occipital protuberance of the wearer's head, thereby providing a snug, comfortable fit and ensuring that the helmet will not rise up or lift away from the wearer's head.

Abstract: A batting helmet includes an adjustable circumferential head band that allows the helmet to be worn by individuals with a wide range of head sizes while maintaining a constant air gap between the wearers head and the interior padding of the helmet. This air gap increases the elapsed time between impact of a ball with the helmet and impact between the helmet and its padding and the wearers head, thereby allowing for increased dispersion of energy through the shell of the helmet.

Abstract: A strap for holding laundry can hold clothing having a sleeve or a leg and can also have a sock holding device as an integral part thereof.

Abstract: A base for use in the game of baseball comprising a resilient curved top wall having perpendicular downwardly extending side walls connected to define corners of a truncated frustrum of a pyramid. A post member is attached to the under surface of the top wall and centrally thereof. A first plurality of spaced ribs extending from the post member to a perpendicular midpoint of the side walls and the corners defined by the side walls, the ribs further being attached to the under surface of the top wall. A second plurality of spaced ribs running substantially normal to and connecting the inner surfaces of opposite side walls at points intermediate the midpoints and corners. A base anchor is provided for receiving the post member for receiving the post member to fasten the base to a playing field.