Abstract: A carrying device includes a retractable support system for equipment carried in the hand. In some embodiments, the carrying device comprises a frame assembly for transporting larger loads and optimizing the weight distribution thereof. In some embodiments, the carrying device includes a support shelf. In some embodiments, the carrying device includes an expandable volume.

Abstract: A backpack including an adjustable frame including at least one reinforcement stay having a first side, a second side opposite the first side, and a longitudinal axis, wherein the reinforcement stay includes an asymmetrical flex material configured such that a flexural modulus of the reinforcement stay in a first direction, in which the reinforcement stay flexes about the longitudinal axis such that the first side becomes concave, is greater than a flexural modulus in a second opposing direction, in which the reinforcement stay flexes about the longitudinal axis such that the second side becomes concave, wherein the backpack is configured such that the reinforcement stay can be selectively oriented in either a first orientation, in which the first side of the reinforcement stay faces toward a wearer of the backpack, or a second orientation, in which the second side of the reinforcement stay faces toward the wearer of the backpack.

Abstract: A carrying device includes a retractable support system for equipment carried in the hand. In some embodiments, the carrying device comprises a frame assembly for transporting larger loads and optimizing the weight distribution thereof. In some embodiments, the carrying device includes a support shelf. In some embodiments, the carrying device includes an expandable volume.

Abstract: A glove for use in archery with a bow string release mechanism includes a finger section and a base section. The finger section includes a series of finger and thumb sheaths. The base section has an upper edge connected to the finger section and a lower edge defining an opening, and includes a palm portion having a first recession extending from the opening toward the finger section and a back portion opposite said palm portion, the back portion having a second recession extending from the opening toward the finger section. A connecting strap is affixed to the base section proximate the opening, with the connecting strap having a length to extend around the base section and close the first recession for secure and comfortable engagement of the bow string release mechanism.

Abstract: A glove for use in archery with a bow string release mechanism includes a finger section and a base section. The finger section includes a series of finger and thumb sheaths. The base section has an upper edge connected to the finger section and a lower edge defining an opening, and includes a palm portion having a first recession extending from the opening toward the finger section and a back portion opposite said palm portion, the back portion having a second recession extending from the opening toward the finger section. A connecting strap is affixed to the base section proximate the opening, with the connecting strap having a length to extend around the base section and close the first recession for secure and comfortable engagement of the bow string release mechanism.