Abstract: A packing bag made of a strong cloth material, combined with a tensioning device which facilitates simple but effective adjustment of the volume of the compressible contents therein. A high degree of compression is achieved by placing two substantially rigid, elongated, stiffening members along the sides of the bag and attaching one or two straps thereto with fasteners. The distance between the stiffening members is controlled by the straps, allowing for the alteration of the volume of the bag. The pressure which appears at compression is divided along the sides of the bag because of the stiffening members, and is not confined to the areas where the straps are attached. The bag can be designed with the opening at either end, thus taking the shape of a cylinder, or with the opening at a wider end, thus taking on a conical shape prior to compression and a cylindrical shape after compression.

Abstract: A compartmentized case for dual instrumentalities such as a compass and thermometer providing a recessed base and cover hinged together along corresponding end edges, and including a clasp-like structure for securing the case in either a closed or open condition upon a belt or other piece of wearing apparel.

Abstract: A carrier for suspending a pair of skis from a shoulder has an elongated, flexible carrying strap which is designed to be attached to the skis forward and rearward of the ski bindings. One end of the strap is connected with a sheath for receiving the trailing ends of the skis. The sheath carries a band which serves to attach the sheath to the skis and to bind the trailing ends of the skis to one another. The other end of the carrying strap is connected with a coiling device which is designed to be clamped between the skis forward of the ski bindings. The coiling device again carries a band for attaching the skis to the coiling device and binding the leading portions of the skis to one another. The coiling device is receivable by the sheath. When the skis are to be used, the sheath and the coiling device are detached therefrom. The carrying strap is then wound onto the coiling device, and the latter is subsequently inserted into the sheath.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to the bottom profile on a one gallon metal paint can and more particularly to the specific concentric circular re-enforcing bends and beads applied to profile the bottom. In order to increase the static and dynamic strength of the bottom, the selection and position of re-enforcement is essential to maximize resistance to dynamic loadings and static load.

Abstract: This invention is a resilient, V-shaped clamp for support between a person's fingers; the clamp including a toothed pad to grip around a nail polish bottle, and including finger supporting tabs.

Abstract: A pet carrier comprises a sling of flexible sheet material having a body portion with holes for receiving the pet's legs and straps extending from the sides of the body portion which are drawn over the pet's body and secured together so that the carrier may be slung over a user's shoulder or arm or carried in the hand. The carrier provides comfortable and secure support for the pet. A pair of restraining straps are secured to the body portion outwardly of the leg receiving holes with "Velcro" fastening tapes adjustably connecting the restraining straps for snug engagement over the back of a pet to prevent the pet from retracting its legs from the holes thereby securely retaining the pet in the carrier.

Abstract: A golfer's accessory comprising a flat backing support body for a score card having a socketed block holding the score card onto the body. At the back of the board is formed a clip constituted by a relatively wide resilient tongue rendering the accessory suitable for clipping on to the flexible part of a golf bag or a trouser band.

Abstract: In a roof-mounted luggage carrier which is to be attached to a flange of a channel disposed on the lateral portion of a vehicle roof, the support leg and the clamps are covered, as is known in the art, by a protective cap to prevent dirt and water from entering into the channel, with the lower edge of said cap being disposed in close proximity of the surface of the roof and being provided with a sealing which is adapted to bear upon the roof panel and/or the molding.

Abstract: A carrying strap for cameras for providing a secure carrying position for the camera. The strap uses the generally conventional strap for suspending the camera in the abdominal area of the person so the camera is readily available for use, and an additional strap is fixed to the camera, or to the ends of the usual strap. The additional strap is of the right length for the person's arm to pass through the strap and carry the camera from the person's shoulder. In this position, the usual strap urges the camera towards the person's body and the person's upper arm can hold the camera. Also, a securing strap extends from the usual strap to the additional strap to prevent the additional strap from slipping off the shoulder.

Abstract: An antitheft bag for mounting on the handlebars of a bicycle which includes opposing front and rear portions, a pair of opposing side portions, an upper closure flap for closing bag about a handlebar crossbar, and a bottom portion having a hole shaped to receive a handlebar stem therethrough. The bag slides over the handlebars and is continuous about the periphery of the hole so that, when mounted on the handlebars, it cannot be removed without separating the stem tube from the head tube. The closure member preferably includes padding which is positioned to be superposed to the crossbar to provide additional cushioning, and the rear portion preferably includes a zippered opening for access into the interior of the bag without disturbing the flap.

Abstract: Apparatus for carrying an object, such as a percussion instrument, a backpack or a tray, includes a belly plate with a carrier extending outwardly therefrom to support the object in a generally overhanging position from a person. A rigid band extends along one or both sides of the person at the waistline area from the belly plate to the back of the person. A back-plate riser arm extends upwardly generally parallel to the spine of a person to apply a reactive force to the load at the thoracic region generally below the scapula region or at the sternum region. A pad assembly is adjustably positioned on the riser arms to engage the person's back or chest. A releasable latch interconnects the rigid band and the belly plate. A carrier bracket is releasably supported by the belly plate by engaging latch pins in notches located at opposite sides of a lock plate.

Abstract: A tire carrier adapted to be mounted in the trunk of a vehicle which carrier has a wheeled carriage assembly which is adapted to mount a spare tire and which is adapted to move between a stored position and an accessible position in the trunk.

Abstract: One strap supports a fraction of the banjo weight from the banjo player's waist or hips. This strap is attached to the banjo at the two sides of the banjo resonator and passes around the player's torso. Two other straps support the remainder of the banjo weight from the player's shoulders. The weight carried by the shoulders is distributed in approximately equal fractions between the two shoulders. The shoulder straps are coupled in common to the top of the banjo resonator, pass respectively over the player's two shoulders and behind the player's back, and are there connected together. Two additional features are provided to permit the player to adjust the distribution of weight as between the player's torso and shoulders: (1) the torso strap and the shoulder straps are interconnected behind the player's back, and (2) the connection between the shoulder straps and the top of the resonator is through an adjustable linkage. The player controls the weight distribution by adjusting the linkage.

Abstract: A bicycle rack for holding a bicycle in an upright position and designed to be attached to the luggage carrier on a motor vehicle. The rack includes a frame bracket with a jaw with an upwardly facing jaw which receives the crank assembly housing of the bicycle. The jaw preferably includes a fixed member and a movable member which moves arcuately with respect to the fixed member from an open position, to permit the bicycle crank assembly housing to be placed therein to a closed position which secures the housing from removal. A lever can be provided for such a multi-member jaw to facilitate the opening and closing thereof, and a lock may be incorporated into this lever to make the rack resistant to the theft of a bicycle therefrom and to prevent the accidental opening of the jaw during the transportation of a bicycle.

Abstract: The invention relates to a roof rack section for attaching to a vehicle roof. Known such sections usually include a cross member having a foot attached to either end. Each such foot is provided with means for locking the section to the vehicle. Such known means often comprise screwed details which cause time-consuming and difficult fitting and removal of the roof rack sections. The present invention relates to a roof rack section including a crossbeam provided at either end with a foot which is formed with means for removably attaching the section to the body of a vehicle so that the section assumes a transverse extension above the vehicle roof.

Abstract: A holster to carry a compound bow at the waist of the archer in a nonrigid position. The holster is constructed of flexible material characterized by leather and a plastic in such a manner to form an oblong shaped pocket in which the bow handle is placed and secured by a safety strap. The bow can either be carried in a nonrigid horizontal position or tilted and secured adjacent to the archer's leg by means of a strap attached to the archer's leg. This bow holster protects the bow from expensive damage and allows unrestricted use of the hands.

Abstract: A belt supported tool carrier is formed from a single plastic strip bent into a cylinder by overlapping ends having belt receiving slits therein. Two or more slits in each of the overlapping ends of the plastic strip permit different size cylindrical diameters to be formed from a single strip, thus accommodating different tool shaft sizes.

Abstract: A generally rectangular-shaped vehicle desk container is disclosed which has a top lid coupled to the container by hinges. The container has a built-in counter, light, clock and pencil sharpener. A calculator and drawer slidably engage the front end of the container. A number of partitions may be placed inside the container in order to provide individual compartments. Tubular-shaped holders and side compartments are attached to the side of the container. The lid has a spring clip for holding documents and an aperture through it for holding cups or glasses. Various information may be written on the bottom side of the lid if desired. The lid incorporates a smaller lid which may be located directly over the drawer. A plurality of straps can be used to removably secure the container to a car seat or support. The container can be removably secured to a vehicle dashboard if desired. This is accomplished by a base which is pivotably coupled to the desk container.

Abstract: A vehicle luggage rack with parallel slats secured in mounting strips to a surface has a cross member made up of two sculptured stanchions and a cross rail that can be adjusted between several predetermined positions but not readily removed. One-piece fastener and tether means hold the stanchions in place, and also hold tie downs in place on at least the outside slats.

Abstract: The subject matter of this invention is a carrier rack for mounting on an exterior surface of a vehicle to enable luggage or other goods to be carried thereupon. More specifically, the invention relates to a rack including outer rail portions supported above the vehicle surface by stanchion members at least some of which include tie-down features which enable flexible load restraining elements such as ropes, cables or the like to be secured to the stanchion and thereafter be extended across the luggage or other loads to contain the same within the rack and upon the vehicle surface.