Patents Examined by Thomas J. Branan
  • Patent number: 5052964
    Abstract: A water ski tow line constructed to provide anti-rotation of the tow line handle. The water ski tow line has a handle with holes at each end traversing the handle. A tow line is attached to each end of the handle by passing the line around the handle and through the holes traversing the handle such that two lines are provided extending from tangent points on opposite sides of the handle. These two lines effectively provide opposing torques on either side of the handle, preventing rotation of the handle during use. The skier's hands are protected by end caps formed of a cup fitting over the end of the handle covering the rope, having a sheath extending away from the handle and covering the loop formed by the two lines. The two lines are then joined at a yoke forming a single tow line. A yoke protector is produced by a unique tool to cover and protect the yoke area of the water ski tow line.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 1989
    Date of Patent: October 1, 1991
    Inventor: Alan K. Pittman