Abstract: A multiple tool with an integrated case is described. The multiple tool includes a tool assembly that includes a first pivot on which are articulated a plurality of implements, each implement rotatable from an inactive position of minimum encumbrance to at least a working position, and a carry case for housing the tool assembly. The carry case includes at least a grip portion for manually holding the tool assembly with at least one of the implements in a working position.

Abstract: A support element (e.g., a seat, a saddle or a handgrip) for the human body including a layer made from soft and yieldable material and at least one surface insert with different characteristics in terms of appearance and/or comfort, in which said surface insert includes a visible surface to be in contact with the user, wherein said visible surface has a smaller size than said layer and wherein said surface insert includes at least one portion embedded in said layer. A process for making the support element is also presented.

Abstract: A support for parts of the human body, for example a bicycle saddle, padded support elements, cushions, chairs, armchairs, armrests, supports for triathlon bike handlebars, the support including a support shell, a padding positioned on said shell and a coating which covers the padding. The padding includes at least one first gel portion in the vicinity of the coating and a second foam portion in the vicinity of the support shell, the first gel portion being in the form of a layer with a progression which reproduces substantially the form of the upper supporting surface of the support. In one version at least part of this support includes a polymer material derived from renewable and/or natural sources.

Abstract: A support element (e.g., a seat, a saddle or a handgrip) for the human body including a layer made from soft and yieldable material and at least one surface insert with different characteristics in terms of appearance and/or comfort, in which said surface insert includes a visible surface to be in contact with the user, wherein said visible surface has a smaller size than said layer and wherein said surface insert includes at least one portion embedded in said layer. A process for making the support element is also presented.

Abstract: Removable protection for a support structure for the human body, the support structure having a rear portion, a front portion, a side portion and elements of said support structure including a covering element to be applied on the rear portion and/or on the front portion and/or on the side portion of the support structure, the covering element having one or more extensions for fastening the covering element to the elements of the support structure and/or to the support structure itself, wherein the covering element has suitable dimensions for covering at least a portion of the rear portion and/or of the front portion and/or of the side portion and such a flexibility as to adjust to the shape of the same.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a quick-connect structure for a bicycle saddle, particularly for removably mounting an accessory, such as a tool kit or the like, to the saddle. The saddle has at least one load-bearing body to be attached to a bicycle frame. The quick-connect structure comprises at least one male member that may be snap-fitted in a corresponding female member. The male member and the female member are associated either to the saddle or to the accessory. Preferably, one of the male member and the female member is integrally and monolithically formed in the body of the saddle.

Abstract: A multifunction saddle structure, designed to be anchored to a bicycle frame. Includes a tapered front portion and a widened rear portion. Quick-connection means are provided for connection of bicycle accessories to the rear portion. The structure further has an ergonomically shaped peripheral edge, which is at least partly beveled and rounded and has no sharp edges, to define a comfortable and safe grip for a user to enable lifting and handling of the bicycle. The quick-connection means are located along the shaped edge.

Abstract: A multifunction saddle structure, designed to be anchored to a bicycle frame. It has a tapered front portion (3) and a widened rear portion (2). Quick-connection means (4) are provided for connection of bicycle accessories (A) to the rear portion (2). The structure further has an ergonomically shaped peripheral edge (5), which is at least partly beveled and rounded and has no sharp edges, to define a comfortable and safe grip for a user to allow lifting and handling of the bicycle. The quick-connection means (4) are located along the shaped edge (5).

Abstract: A padding tape for use on handles of sport tools, particularly bicycle handlebars, comprising a main body (2) formed by at least one substrate (3) of polymeric material having a top surface (4) and a bottom surface (5). The bottom surface (5) is designed to contact a handle (B). The polymeric material is a viscoelastic material having a high adhesive properties. The top surface (4) of this substrate is at least partly coated with a layer of paint (6) having high anti-adhesive properties, so that the padding tape only sticks with the bottom surface 5. A grip assembly for use on handles of sport tools, particularly bicycle handlebars, comprising at least one padding tape as described above, and at least one fibrous wrapping tape (8), designed to cover such tape. A process for making the above tape.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a quick-connect structure for a bicycle saddle, particularly for removably mounting an accessory, such as a tool kit or the like, to the saddle. The saddle has at least one load-bearing body to be attached to a bicycle frame. The quick-connect structure comprises at least one male member that may be snap-fitted in a corresponding female member. The male member and the female member are associated either to the saddle or to the accessory. Preferably, one of the male member and the female member is integrally and monolithically formed in the body of the saddle.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a quick-connect structure for a bicycle saddle, particularly for removably mounting an accessory, such as a tool kit or the like, to the saddle. The saddle has at least one load-bearing body to be attached to a bicycle frame. The quick-connect structure comprises at least one male member that may be snap-fitted in a corresponding female member. The male member and the female member are associated either to the saddle or to the accessory. Preferably, one of the male member and the female member is integrally and monolithically formed in the body of the saddle.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a quick-connect structure for a bicycle saddle, particularly for removably mounting an accessory, such as a tool kit or the like, to the saddle. The saddle has at least one load-bearing body to be attached to a bicycle frame. The quick-connect structure comprises at least one male member that may be snap-fitted in a corresponding female member. The male member and the female member are associated either to the saddle or to the accessory. Preferably, one of the male member and the female member is integrally and monolithically formed in the body of the saddle.