Abstract: A clamping rack for securing an item to an object includes an elongated base member having two ends that each have a rear support surface projecting upwardly therefrom. At least one bottom support projects upwardly from the base member and has a bottom support surface oriented orthogonal to the rear support surfaces. Two pivot members each have an item engagement end with an upwardly projecting front support surface, and a tensioner engagement end, a tensioner fixed between each tensioner engagement ends to urge the tensioner engagement ends mutually closer. A handle member is fixed between the engagement ends and is pulled forward to pivot the front support surfaces away from the rear support surface to make room for the item to be placed therebetween. The item is clamped between the rear and front support surfaces when the handle member is released due to the resiliency of the tensioner.

Abstract: A clamping rack for securing an item to an object includes an elongated base member having two ends that each have a rear support surface projecting upwardly therefrom. At least one bottom support projects upwardly from the base member and has a bottom support surface oriented orthogonal to the rear support surfaces. Two pivot members each have an item engagement end with an upwardly projecting front support surface, and a tensioner engagement end, a tensioner fixed between each tensioner engagement ends to urge the tensioner engagement ends mutually closer. A handle member is fixed between the engagement ends and is pulled forward to pivot the front support surfaces away from the rear support surface to make room for the item to be placed therebetween. The item is clamped between the rear and front support surfaces when the handle member is released due to the resiliency of the tensioner.

Abstract: A system and associated methods which may be used to adjustably secure to an all terrain or other vehicle for transporting hunting, fishing, and utility equipment, and the like are presented. In several embodiments, a system and methods involving, pivot arms, a strap acting as a movement element and an elastic stretchable strap member for compressibly securing between at least one set of biased posts disposed towards opposite ends of a support member are provided. Additionally, a system and associated methods for axially retaining a secured item are presented.

Abstract: A system and associated methods which may be used to adjustably secure to an all terrain or other vehicle for transport hunting, fishing, and utility equipment, and the like are presented. In several embodiments, a system and methods involving cables, pivot arms, a lever and an elastic cord for compressibly securing between at least one set of biased posts disposed towards opposite ends of a support member are provided. Additionally, a system and associated methods for axially retaining a secured item are presented.

Abstract: A tape measure having an end hook and housing capable of attaching itself “in whole” both the end hook and housing to steel surfaces and with the end hook being able to attach to wood and such materials. The end hook has a magnet riveted firmly to the underneath side of the measuring tape for holding itself to the steel subject to be measured without falling off. A housing with a magnet recessed into the bottom wall of the housing to be attached to steel subjects. The end hook has a push pin in the shape of a T integrated into the hook leg to be pushed into the work piece and remain intact for the measurement.