Abstract: A waist-secured golf ball retainer comprises at least a ball cup for loading a golf ball, wherein a snap clamp disposed at the circumference of the ball cup clamps at a player's waistband; an opening formed in bottom end of the ball cup; a plurality of equally spaced &pgr; cuts arranged in wall of the ball cup for forming a plurality of elastic snap pieces, wherein the root end of each elastic snap piece is connected with the cup wall and the top end is movable; a protruded snap-pressing arc edge is formed at the top end of each elastic snap piece for snap-pressing the golf ball; two ball cups being combinable via a continuous face to form the retainer wherein a plurality of receptacles and a storage hole are disposed in the top face while a storage groove in a lateral end of the continuous face respectively; and by the above construction, an easy loading or unloading, a stable clamping of the retainer to a player waistband, and a long lifetime for using the retainer being made possible without needing w

Abstract: The organizer of the present invention has (a) a panel, (b) a work surface; and (c) a rim for coupling the work surface to the panel. Preferably, the panel is part of a backpack. The work surface is light permeable and a space exists between the work surface and the panel for placement of a sheet of paper or other object between the work surface and the panel. Static electricity maintains the sheet of paper against the work surface in a removably affixed position. The sheet has indicia thereon which are observable through the work surface.

Abstract: A device for fixing a flat tire (30) in an automobile which has an accommodating space (5) behind a bucket seat (1) in which the bucket seat is accommodated which has been folded, comprises: a flat tire fixing threaded member (34); a vehicle body screw hole (20) which is located near the front edge of the accommodating space (5), and is threadably engaged with the threaded member (34); and a bracket (40) which has a first screw hole (42) which is threadably engaged with the vehicle body screw hole (20), and a second screw hole (44a) with which the flat tire fixing threaded member (34) is threadably engaged. In the case where the bucket seat is folded and accommodated, with the vehicle body screw hole 20 set in alignment with one of the bolt holes of the flat tire (30) the latter (30) is fixedly secured to the vehicle body screw hole (20) by means of the threaded member (34).

Abstract: A ladder carrying device is provided for carrying a ladder either over or under the shoulder. The ladder carrying device includes the rigid frame, a cushion pad and a device for selectively attaching and detaching the frame to the ladder. The frame has a cushion connecting portion which is connected to the cushion pad and a frame attachment portion which is secured to the ladder by the attaching and detaching device. The attaching and detaching device also allows the ladder carrying device to be detached from the ladder. The frame has an extension portion extending between its frame attachment portion and cushion connecting portion to space the cushion pad a sufficient distance from the ladder so that it may be mounted in depressions in the side rails of the ladder if desired. The extension portion has outer walls and a plurality of internal ribs extending between the walls to provide a lightweight honeycomb structure while having sufficient strength to support the weight of the ladder.

Abstract: A one-piece belt loop device of a relatively rigid material for use with a web of Velcro® fastener material includes a base having top and bottom edges with a pair of side edges extending therebetween. Recesses in the top and bottom edges provide guidelines for stitching the top and bottom edges of the base to the holster with the side edges free of the holster. The base thus presents a first loop for extension of a user's belt therethrough. A central housing presents upper and lower apertures with a raised central surface therebetween for attachment of a spring belt clipped thereto to clip the holster to the user's belt. A thumb break strap can be further extended between the apertures and has Velcro® material thereon releasably engageable with the underlying Velcro® material. The belt loop device enhances assembly and presents a reinforced belt attachment structure.

Abstract: Child carrier (10) adaptable for carrying a sitting or prone child (90) on the wearer's chest (96), back (97) or hip includes belt (20) adapted for encircling the torso of wearer (95) and removable seat assembly (40). Belt (20) is wider than three inches and includes fastener (23) for cinching belt (20), seat attachment (25), such as pouch (60), for attaching seat assembly (40), and elastic portion (22) providing longitudinal elasticity such that elastic belt (20) may be secured about wearer's chest (96) without discomfort or interference with breathing. In use, belt (20) is cinched about the torso, seat assembly (40) is engaged in seat attachment (25), and child (90) is supported on seat (47). Suspenders (85), selectively attachable to belt (20) at a plurality of locations, distribute weight to shoulders (98) of wearer (95), and also prevent downward slippage of belt (20).

Abstract: A cane with an arm cuff C-clamp and a lateral handle has an accessory article carrying sack comprising a cloth or other material drawstring sack attached to the C clamp with a loop of the drawstring. Clips attach the sack to the leg of the cane to hold the open bag top closed and to keep the sack from moving about as the person using the accessory walks. Various embodiments of clips and fasteners are disclosed for attaching the sack to the cane leg and for precluding lateral displacement of the sack during walking of the user.

Abstract: An infant side carrier with a flexible seat (12) that is surrounded by a soft adjustable frame (74,76) made from conventional safety strap material. The seat's high back, wrap around sides and extended leg openings fully support the infant's torso, hips and thighs. The adjustable frame allows the adult to adjust the shoulder strap separately from the seat. The seat can be adjusted to tailor fit each individual infant. The infant's weight is distributed across a large surface area on the adult's body. The carrier attaches to the adult's body with a wide waist belt (13) and a shoulder strap with a padded shoulder wrap (60). The wide waist belt is joined to the seat at the underside of the belt, creating a seat that does not come between the adult and the infant. The padded shoulder wrap (60) has an elliptical peripheral configuration that utilizes the clavicle bone, shoulder joint and upper portion of the humerus bone.

Abstract: An adjustable bike transport rack is adapted to permit mounting to truck beds of various sizes and includes a cross member with a pair of spaced-apart connectors for securing the cross member to a truck bed. At least one stabilizer arm projects from the cross member for supporting a bike that is positioned in the truck bed during transport. The connectors define a distance therebetween, and the connectors are adjustable relative to one another, such that the distance between the connectors can be varied to permit mounting of the cross member on truck beds of various sizes.

Abstract: An ergonomically enhanced backpack comprises a frame having a semi-rigid dorsal plate contoured to the shape of the lumbar region. The dorsal plate is secured to the body by a combination of shoulder straps and waist belt. An expandable cargo compartment is behind the dorsal mounted plate and sandwiched between the dorsal plate and a panel or netting. Drawstrings combined with the belt allow the user to pull the panel or netting toward the dorsal plate, and thus compress the load against the lumbar area closer to the body's center of gravity. In the first embodiment, that panel has a hinged door giving access to the cargo compartment. A detachable, soft shell bag is mounted over the cargo compartment.

Abstract: A non-slip carrying strap is used to carry loads over the shoulder or on the shoulder and helps prevent the strap from coming off of the shoulder. The non-slip carrying strap has a strap, the ends of which are attached to a load in conventional fashion. A flexible buffer member is attached to the medial portion of the strap. An elongate substantially flat body member has a plurality of knobby-nips disposed on substantially all of its outer surface and has a hollow interior that receives the buffer member. A first end portion encompasses and attaches to the two ends of the buffer member and the body member, while a second end portion encompasses the opposing ends of the two members.

Abstract: The present invention relates to tool carriers usually used on work belts, aprons, bucket carriers and the like. The present invention comprises a tool carrier or bag that has at least one handle on the top thereof so that it can be carried from place to place in an upright position, either while it is still on a work belt that is not currently being worn or being carried by itself. In the preferred embodiment, a structurally strong handle is attached to the back of the tool carrier proximate the area in which a belt may be inserted through the tool carrier by heavy duty attachment means. It is preferable to use two tool carriers each having a handle through which the user's hand is inserted in order to provide even weight distribution when the belt is being carried from place to place.

Abstract: A modular child's harness and knapsack is disclosed having a waist belt, two shoulder straps, and gear that attaches to the waist belt and shoulder straps. The lower ends of the shoulder straps are foldable so that they may be folded up for use by a smaller child, and later unfolded as the child grows taller.

Abstract: A band comprising: a first band member; a connecting ring attached to a left end portion of the first band member; a string attached to a right end portion of the first band member; a clasping fixture; and a hook member connected to the string by the clasping fixture; wherein the clasping fixture comprises first and second clasping rings and a releasing ring. When the band is attached to the wrist, a hook portion of the hook member is hooked to the connecting ring attached to the first band member and the string is pulled, so that the first and second clasping rings clasp the string. Accordingly, it is possible to attach the first band member to the wrist with suitable fitting without slacking. When the band is detached therefrom, by rotating the hook member by the releasing ring, it is possible to easily loosen to release the clasping of the string.

Abstract: A cargo carrier platform for mounting to a vehicle hitch allowing cargo to be transported outside the vehicle. The cargo carrier includes a drawbar adapted to be received within the vehicle hitch and a cargo platform adjustably attached to the drawbar to facilitate fore and aft adjustment of the platform relative to the rear of the vehicle. The drawbar is provided with a vertical offset to position the platform further from the ground. Markers are mounted on the outer rear corners of the platform to provide the user with a continuous visual indication of the extent of the cargo carrier.

Abstract: A seal covers a longitudinal groove forming a slide on the top of a roof bar which has in cross section, on its face that faces upward, two longitudinal lips projecting substantially toward each other to cover partly a longitudinal cavity of the bar and to define the groove between them. The seal has on each longitudinal lateral edge a conformation of substantially U-shaped cross section complementary to that of the corresponding longitudinal lip in order to interengage with the lip. The seal has two longitudinal cuts on its face facing toward the cavity, between the two longitudinal lateral conformations. The cuts extend from that face to the vicinity of a top surface of the seal to form a longitudinal central tongue between the cuts which is easily separated from the two longitudinal lateral parts of the seal.

Abstract: A sports utility belt includes a belt adapted to be worn around the waste of a player, and a bat holder attached to the belt and adapted to hold either a baseball or softball bat. The bat holder has an inner surface contoured to fit a portion of the bat and hold the bat in a substantially horizontal position behind the player. The bat holder is preferably made from two sections separated by a living hinge that allows the bat holder to open and close. The sports utility belt may also include a pouch attached to the belt to hold a baseball or softball and a strap adapted to secure a baseball or softball glove to the belt.

Abstract: A food and beverage container holder device 10 that sets upon a tank portion of a motorcycle at a position where the rider can comfortably reach the container, includes a receiving member 12 that removably receives the container, a positioning member 14 that adjusts the receiving member 12 so as to maintain the container in a substantially vertical position, a stabilizing member 16 that “locks-in” the substantially vertical position of the container, and a securing member 18 that provides sufficient securing force to secure the device 10 and the received container therein, and that allows substantially the entire device 10 to be removably secured to the motorcycle.

Abstract: An ankle holster system, for carrying a concealed handgun includes a vertical support member that engages footwear worn by a user to provide vertical support for a holster and handgun. Cooperating releasable fasteners are mounted on the holster and the support member for securing the holster to the support member. A retainer strap wraps around the leg and the holster to secure the holster against rotative movement and attaches to the holster by another pair of cooperating releasable fasteners. The support member may include a strap to secure it to the leg of a user in the case of a heavy gun and holster that could cause outward bowing of the support member. The support member includes a planar metal element that can be bent in its plane and perpendicular to its plane but is rigid in the vertical direction to minimize vertical movement of the holster but allow for flexing necessary at the ankle and foot. The system includes a support member for use with boots and a longer support member for use with shoes.

Abstract: A helmet backpack is provided to carry a helmet. A helmet enclosure combined with strapping form the helmet backpack. A helmet is inserted through an opening of the enclosure and secured with a zipper assembly, buttons and buttonholes, hook-and-loop fasteners, such as VELCRO strips, a drawstring assembly and/or other closure. The strapping is used by a wearer to position and hold the enclosure on his or her back. The strapping may be adjustable in length for greater user comfort. Detachable straps are also allowed for, whereby the helmet backpack strap or straps may be removed or strapped in typical backpack style or worn across the wearer's chest in a bandoleer style. Certain models include pouches which may be located either internal or external to the helmet or to the enclosure. Padding is utilized to increase protection to the helmet and to reduce discomfort to the user.