Abstract: Implementations of spool devices may include a frame including an anchor, the anchor configured to directly couple to a belt of a user, an axle coupled through the frame, and a first spool coupled over a first portion of the axle. The first portion of the axle may extend entirely through the first spool. The spool device may also include a second spool coupled over a second portion of the axle. The second portion of the axle may extend entirely through the second spool. The spool device may also include a first spool handle directly coupled to an outer wall of the first spool, a second spool handle directly coupled to an outer wall of the second spool, a first hose roller directly coupled to the frame, and a second hose roller directly coupled to the frame.

Abstract: Implementations of spool devices may include a frame including an anchor, the anchor configured to directly couple to a belt of a user, an axle coupled through the frame, and a first spool coupled over a first portion of the axle. The first portion of the axle may extend entirely through the first spool. The spool device may also include a second spool coupled over a second portion of the axle. The second portion of the axle may extend entirely through the second spool. The spool device may also include a first spool handle directly coupled to an outer wall of the first spool, a second spool handle directly coupled to an outer wall of the second spool, a first hose roller directly coupled to the frame, and a second hose roller directly coupled to the frame.

Abstract: Implementations of spool devices may include a frame including an anchor, the anchor configured to directly couple to a belt of a user, an axle coupled through the frame, and a first spool coupled over a first portion of the axle. The first portion of the axle may extend entirely through the first spool. The spool device may also include a second spool coupled over a second portion of the axle. The second portion of the axle may extend entirely through the second spool. The spool device may also include a first spool handle directly coupled to an outer wall of the first spool, a second spool handle directly coupled to an outer wall of the second spool, a first hose roller directly coupled to the frame, and a second hose roller directly coupled to the frame.

Abstract: A pile guide for supporting a pile as it is driven into a substrate, comprises: a base frame; and a pile guide member (100) which is mounted on the base frame and defines a passageway with an inner peripheral surface (102) to which a plurality of elongate members (104) are attached. The plurality of elongate members (104) are configured to engage a pile and guide it in a predetermined direction through the passageway as it is driven into a substrate. At least one elongate member (104) and the inner peripheral surface (102) of the passageway have releasable inter-connecting profiles for releasably attaching the at least one elongate member (104) to the inner peripheral surface (102). The at least one elongate member (104) may readily be removed and replaced by a narrower/wider elongate member to accommodate piles of different diameter.

Abstract: A scope zoom lever has a lever having a first lever attachment facility and a second lever attachment facility, an elongated strap having a first end having a first strap attachment facility adapted to connect to the first lever attachment facility, and an opposed second end having a second attachment facility adapted to connect to the second lever attachment facility, the second attachment facility having a plurality of alternative attachment locations to accommodate a range of adjustment ring diameters, the first attachment facility having a tensioning feature operable to snug the strap after the second attachment facility is connected. The first attachment facility may include a threaded fastener. The threaded fastener may be connected to one of the lever and the strap, and wherein the other of the lever and the strap includes a bore adapted to receive the fastener.

Abstract: A scope zoom lever has a lever having a first lever attachment facility and a second lever attachment facility, an elongated strap having a first end having a first strap attachment facility adapted to connect to the first lever attachment facility, and an opposed second end having a second attachment facility adapted to connect to the second lever attachment facility, the second attachment facility having a plurality of alternative attachment locations to accommodate a range of adjustment ring diameters, the first attachment facility having a tensioning feature operable to snug the strap after the second attachment facility is connected. The first attachment facility may include a threaded fastener.

Abstract: A pile guide for supporting a pile as it is driven into a substrate, comprises: a base frame; and a pile guide member (100) which is mounted on the base frame and defines a passageway with an inner peripheral surface (102) to which a plurality of elongate members (104) are attached. The plurality of elongate members (104) are configured to engage a pile and guide it in a predetermined direction through the passageway as it is driven into a substrate. At least one elongate member (104) and the inner peripheral surface (102) of the passageway have releasable inter-connecting profiles for releasably attaching the at least one elongate member (104) to the inner peripheral surface (102). The at least one elongate member (104) may readily be removed and replaced by a narrower/wider elongate member to accommodate piles of different diameter.

Abstract: An article having a bearing surface with improved wear characteristics is provided. The article may be formed from a composition that includes a polymeric material, a lubricious and reinforcing additive, and a solid lubricant. Methods for forming the compositions and structures are also provided.

Abstract: An attachment for use in combination with a fishing pole. The attachment is attached to the fishing pole and is used to provide an automatic winding apparatus to retract a length of fishing line back around the reel after it has been cast out.

Abstract: An article having a bearing surface with improved wear characteristics is provided. The article may be formed from a composition that includes a polymeric material, a lubricious and reinforcing additive, and a solid lubricant. Methods for forming the compositions and structures are also provided.

Abstract: A shoe having retractable spikes including a shoe portion comprised of a sole portion having a heel portion and a toe portion. The heel portion and the toe portion each have a plurality of apertures therethrough in a spaced relationship. A pair of plates are disposed within the hollow interior of the sole portion. The pair of plates each have a plurality of spikes extending downwardly therefrom in a spaced relationship. The plurality of spikes are aligned with the plurality of apertures of the heel portion and the toe portion of the sole portion. The pair of plates each have a pair of springs extending downwardly therefrom which bias the plate upward. A deployment mechanism provides an extended orientation whereby the pair of plates extend downwardly against the biasing of the springs with the spikes extending through the apertures.