Patents by Inventor Basil W. Simon

Basil W. Simon has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 6196558
    Abstract: An apparatus for practicing aerial snowboard maneuvers is described. A wooden footboard is formed in an elongated oval shape that matches or approximates the shape and size of a standard snowboard. One or more sets of strap holes are cut into the footboard to accommodate the insertion of flexible straps for each foot. Flexible straps are threaded through the strap holes for each foot and secured over the user's shoes. Different sets of strap holes for each foot allow a user to change his stance on the footboard. The board is used in conjunction with a trampoline or similar bouncing device By jumping up and down on the trampoline while wearing the board, the user is able to practice aerial snowboard maneuvers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 6, 2001
    Inventor: Basil W. Simon