Abstract: A holder mountable to a thigh for storing an electronic mobile device. The thigh mounted holder includes a first end removably securable to an opposing second end to form a loop such that the holder can fit tightly to the thigh of a user. The opposing ends connect via a fastener. The thigh mounted holder further includes a front panel secured to a rear panel via a seam. The front panel and the rear panel form a first pocket disposed centrally between the first and second end of the holder, wherein the first pocket can support a mobile electronic device in an upright configuration. A second and third pocket are formed between the front and rear panel, adjacent to the first pocket. An alignment member is disposed on the front panel for indicating to the user by touch the location of the first pocket when attached to the thigh.

Abstract: Systems and methods for dynamically adjusting the fit of a wearable electronic device are disclosed. In many embodiments, a tensioner associated with a wearable electronic device can control one or more actuators that are mechanically coupled to either the housing or to a band attached to the wearable electronic device. In one example, in response to a signal to increase the tightness of the band, the tensioner can cause the actuator(s) to increase the tension within the band.

Abstract: Racks are used to carry cargo on top of vehicles. Racks include crossbars and assemblies configured to secure specific cargo items to the crossbars. Clamps for connecting cargo-specific assemblies to the crossbars, include first and second jaws, and an adjustment device for selectively controlling horizontal relative movement between the jaws.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a system for securing an article to a ladder attachment system. The system includes a flexible material tab that includes a locking hook that positively secures the tab to a ladder attachment. Flexible material tabs can be provided integral to a substrate or secured to an article.

Abstract: A spare magazine holder for a holster facilitates rapid magazine replacement. Each spare magazine is supported in a well in the holder at a predetermined angle relative to the grip of the pistol in the pistol sleeve to allow for straightforward and rapid exchange. The spare magazine may be substantially parallel or at least near-parallel to the magazine loaded in the grip of the pistol in the pistol sleeve. The holder preferably includes two wells in a vertical stack, each configured to receive a spare magazine at substantially the same angle. One or more fasteners may be provided for adjusting the frictional engagement of the spare magazine disposed in each well. The spare magazine(s) may be disposed in a plane parallel to the plane of the pistol, and this plane may be offset from the plane defined by the grip and the barrel of the gun.

Abstract: A power tool is provided with a housing and a tethering attachment assembly attached to the housing and adapted to facilitate connection of a lanyard to the power tool. The tethering attachment assembly includes a substantially U-shaped hook portion including a coil element comprising metallic material that substantially resiliently retains its state with application of force up to a limit, and is permanently plastically deformable upon application of force exceeding the limit, and two extended portions extending from ends of the coil element and attached to the housing.

Abstract: A duffel bag can be reversibly converted to a cross-over bag by restricting the storage volume of the bag at one end. Optionally, a carrying strap may be adjusted from a central anchor to an outer anchor to facilitate draping the carrying strap over a shoulder.

Abstract: A backpack with quick deploying body armor includes a backpack having a front compartment and rear compartment which has an opening on the top of the backpack; the opening can be closed by a flap which has open and closed positions; the flap can be locked to the top of the backpack. A rear ballistic panel is attached to the vertical face of the rear compartment. A front ballistic panel module has two connecting straps connecting to the bottom face of the rear compartment and two pulling straps. The front ballistic panel module has a storage position and deployed position. In the storage to position, the front ballistic panel is in the rear compartment and the pulling straps are attached to the shoulder straps of the backpack. In the deployed position, the front ballistic panel is out of the rear compartment and the pulling strap is fastened to the body of the wearer by connecting the end of the pulling strap.

Abstract: A collapsible cargo rack with storage and use configurations. Right and left rack subassemblies are secured to sidewalls of a truck bed. A lateral support member has ends selectively retained by the rack subassemblies, each with a support arm retained by a pivot mount at a longitudinal pivot axis to pivot from an upright position for supporting cargo to a retracted, visually and practically unobtrusive position. The pivot axes are disposed below the upper edges and inwardly of the sidewalls. The support arms can be selectively fixed in the upright position by set pins at an inward angle ?. Distal segments of the arms can be outwardly angled by the angle ? thereby to be substantially vertical and parallel. Sleeves fixed to the ends of the lateral support member matingly receive the distal segments of the support arms, which can have lengths greater than the heights of the sleeves.

Abstract: An article storage device comprises a housing having a storage space defined by a bottom and a plurality of sidewalls; and a partition plate extending between two opposing sidewalls of the housing, perpendicular to a bottom of the housing, and dividing the storage space into a plurality of compartments. The partition plate is pivotably coupled to the opposing sidewalls of the housing via a pivot.

Abstract: A portable container comprising a bag configured with at least one external strap, a cover, structural panels on at least one of a back, sides and bottom of said bag, pockets attached to various panels of said bag, and at least one connection point attached to said bag. Said bag is configured with two straps. Said straps are configured to attach externally to a back of a user. Said at least one strap is configured to fit over a shoulder of said user. Said bag is configured to be operable as a backpack. Said at least one connection point is configured as an attachment means comprising at least one of a D ring, a carabiner, a loop, a hook and a clip configured for attachment to said bag. Said at least one attachment means is configured for attachment of items not held inside said bag.

Abstract: Representative implementations of devices and techniques provide a backer latch attachment system for various field-adaptable holster arrangements (such as for handgun holsters, for example). In the implementations, the backer latch attachment may be used to couple various carrier components together and/or to a holster backer to form holsters in various configurations. In various embodiments, the backer latch attachment includes a male latch support arranged to receive and to support a feature of the carrier and a female lock cover arranged to trap the feature to the male latch support.

Abstract: A signage storage system for storing signs in a vehicle includes a vehicle that has a trunk. A storage unit is provided and the storage unit is removably positioned in the trunk. The storage unit has a plurality of removable shelves and each of the removable shelves contains an associated one of a plurality of signs. In this way the signs are inhibited from freely moving about in the trunk.

Abstract: A tire lift assembly may include an upper plate, a rod, and a pair of handles. The rod may connect the upper plate to a trunk support surface spaced from the upper plate to receive a tire therebetween. Each of the pair of handles may be mounted for rotation to the upper plate and each may include a tab. Rotation of each of handles orients the respective tab for engagement and non-engagement with the tire. Each of the handles may be arranged with the upper plate so that the tabs define a dimension greater than a diameter of a rim through-hole of the tire when the tabs are rotated for engagement with the tire.

Abstract: An apparatus that mounts to a surface and securely holds a holster and firearm by allowing the clip of the holster to pass over a landing on the apparatus. The landing being set off from the surface to which the apparatus is mounted.

Abstract: A vehicle-mounting apparatus for carrying loads includes a receptacle having an interior volume defined by a front wall, a rear wall, two side walls, and a bottom surface. A mounting surface is integrally formed from the rear wall with a clearance distance from the rear wall. The mounting surface includes a plurality of mounting holes dimensioned to align to spare tire mounting holes on the rear side of a vehicle.

Abstract: An apparatus for loading, transporting, and unloading a two-wheeled cycle includes an elongate rail configured to support a two-wheeled cycle. A loading ramp is connected to the proximal end of the rail and is selectively deployable to substantially ground level, thereby permitting a user to roll a two-wheel cycle up the loading ramp and onto the rail. The apparatus comprises an upper initial engagement mechanism and a lower initial engagement mechanism configured removably to attach to the wheels of the two-wheeled cycle. The upper initial engagement mechanism and the lower initial engagement mechanism provide sufficient stability to permit a user to remove his or her hands from the two-wheeled cycle without the two-wheeled cycle falling off the apparatus. The apparatus comprises a final engagement mechanism configured to secure the two-wheeled cycle safely to the apparatus during transportation.

Abstract: A storage and carrying bag for climbing, rigging, and rescue gear that provides a user with quick and efficient access to stored gear. The bag includes a dual-compartment body, a first fastening mechanism, an at least one second fastening mechanism, a first strap, and a second strap. The dual-compartment body includes a first panel section, a middle panel section, and a second panel section. The first panel section and the second panel section are connected to the middle panel section on either side to delineate a zig-zag storage body. The first fastening mechanism is perimetrically integrated in between the first panel section and the middle panel section to delineate a first compartment. The second fastening mechanism is perimetrically integrated in between the second panel section and the middle panel section to delineate a second compartment. The first strap and the second strap are externally mounted to the dual-compartment body.

Abstract: A door rack carrier is a compact, adjustable, easily mountable and removable, temporary system that can be added to the passenger side of most passenger motor vehicles. The door rack carrier allows the user to transport long oversized items for short distances. The door rack carrier is designed to hang on the vehicles doors (front and back) and is adjustable and lockable as required to accommodate different door thicknesses. Each Vehicle Side Carrier (VSC) has tie down cords or straps that will support and hold material to the vertical support column, making it secure. The forward carrier is elevated relative to the rear carrier to provide clearance of the transported items from contact with the turning front wheels of the vehicle.

Abstract: A phone security case with ejection mechanism having a case body, a pair of support arms, and a swivelable belt clip disposed on the case body. An ejection mechanism, a central processing unit, a tethering mechanism, a message sensor mechanism, a rechargeable battery, and a speaker are also disposed on the case body.