Abstract: Restraint apparatus and methods for securing items are disclosed. The restraint apparatus include a retention element including an elongated arm secured to a body. The elongated arm defines a spiral to secure a fitting. The spiral of the elongated arm at least in part may define a gap to receive a fitting. A tether may be secured to the body of the retention element to extend across an item to be secured.

Abstract: This invention relates to handguards that may be used on motorcycles, snowmobiles, all terrain vehicles, and personal watercraft. The handguard according to the present invention includes a shield connected to a handlebar mount by an elongated support member. The elongated support member is of a unitary construction and is fabricated from an elastic material so that the shield may be movable within at least two planes by at least 90 degrees from a relaxed position to a deformed position upon the application of an external force.

Abstract: Restraint apparatus and methods for securing items are disclosed. The restraint apparatus include a retention element including an elongated arm secured to a body. The elongated arm defines a spiral to secure a fitting. The spiral of the elongated arm at least in part may define a gap to receive a fitting. A tether may be secured to the body of the retention element to extend across an item to be secured.