Abstract: A convenient configuration for determining the presence of a wireless network includes an electronic network detector device supported either on the carrying case for a portable electronic device or the device itself, be it a laptop or hand-held computer, smart phone, or portable digital assistant. In the preferred embodiment, the electronic network detector device is supported on, or integrally formed with, the computer case. The detector may be disposed on a handle, shoulder strap, or other location providing convenient access. The network detector may detect a Wi-Fi network or other wireless infrastructure, and may show the signal strength of the network and/or the direction in which the signal strength of the network is the strongest.

Abstract: An article for use with a laptop computing device protects the device during periods of non-use, including transport, while stabilizing the device when positioned on a user's lap. The article provides a base panel having front, rear and two side sections, a lower surface adapted to rest on a user's lap, and an upper surface to receive the bottom surface of the laptop device. The preferred embodiment includes two side panels, each with a storage compartment, which may be dressed over the user's thighs to assist in stabilizing the laptop device during use. Attachment means are preferably provided for securing the side panels to one another across the top surface of the computing device during periods of non-use or transport. Preferably flexible front and rear panels may also be folded over and onto the top surface of the computer in overlapping fashion beneath the secured side panels to create a protective device wrapper in conjunction with surrounding closure means and a carrying handle.

Abstract: An article for use with a laptop computing device protects the device during periods of non-use, including transport, while stabilizing the device when positioned on a user's lap. The article provides a base panel having front, rear and two side sections, a lower surface adapted to rest on a user's lap, and an upper surface to receive the bottom surface of the laptop device. The preferred embodiment includes two side panels, each with a storage compartment, which may be dressed over the user's thighs to assist in stabilizing the laptop device during use. Attachment means are preferably provided for securing the side panels to one another across the top surface of the computing device during periods of non-use or transport. Preferably flexible front and rear panels may also be folded over and onto the top surface of the computer in overlapping fashion beneath the secured side panels to create a protective device wrapper in conjunction with surrounding closure means and a carrying handle.

Abstract: An anthropomorphic travel system includes a fillable module, the shape of which approximates the upper shoulder area of a human torso, enabling a coat or like garment to be carried over and along with the module so as to minimize wrinkling of the garment. In the preferred embodiment this module is multi-compartmentalized, and includes a bottom portion with a pair of spaced-apart hooks which extend downwardly therefrom, the hooks being adapted to releasably grasp the bottom member of a clothes hanger to carry a garment secured thereto. The module also includes a back surface from which there extends downwardly a flexible, compartmentalized panel such that even when the module and panel with overdraping garment(s) are covered with an outer bag, the entire system may be folded in half lengthwise and secured in that state for compact transport while continuing to minimize wrinkling of the garment(s).

Abstract: An exercise device intended to provide effective exercise for all major muscle groups of the human body. The device employs a bicycle wind trainer to provide lower body exercise, a rowing machine utilizing the rear wheel of the bicycle to provide upper body exercise, a bench press assembly to provide further upper body exercise, and a cable and weight assembly to provide further upper body exercise when used in conjunction with the bench.

Abstract: A pannier for a cycle adapted to be secured to a carrier rack mounted over a wheel. A flexible, generally rectangular bag is of sufficient size that its rear portion extends downwardly from the carrier closely adjacent to the spokes of the wheel. A rigid panel fixed to the rear of the bag and extending substantially to the bottom of the bag is utilized to provide structural definition for the bag and to prevent it from interfering with the spokes. A U-shaped bar having opposed ends pivotally connected to the rear panel is employed for holding the bag in an open or collapsed condition. In one embodiment a second panel extends substantially across the bottom of the bag and is pivotally connected to the lower edge of the first panel to provide lateral stability for the bag. The opposed ends of the bar may be utilized as pivot pins for both the panels and the bar.

Abstract: In one embodiment the saddlebag includes a cutaway in the forward lower corner portion thereof to provide a heel clearance for a passenger on the cycle. A substantially solid panel is affixed to the interior rear of the bag and an elongated attachment plate is provided on the exterior rear of the saddlebag. A U-shaped bar pivotally mounted to the interior panel is advantageously employed as part of the internal frame construction for the bag. The bags are mounted on the cycle by way of a first pair of straps secured to spaced locations on the seat and a second pair of straps removably connected thereto. The ends of the straps of the second pair are detachably secured to the attachment plate on the saddlebags. A rigid strap mounted to a fixed part of the cycle is adapted to receive a connector extending from the lower front side of the saddlebag. A rear strap connecting the rear portions of a pair of saddlebags is also provided. Each saddlebag may include detachable exhaust/abrasion shields.

Abstract: A seat pack assembly adapted to be supported underneath the seat of a bicycle and including a fabric pack, a wire mounting bracket carried by the pack and a tubular U-shaped mounting bracket adapted to be mounted beneath the bicycle seat. The pack bracket comprises an elongated resilient wire serpentinely configured to define a pair of parallel elongated forwardly extending finger portions at its opposite ends and an intermediate bight portion extending outwardly from the rearward ends of the finger portions and then forwardly to form a pack frame.

Abstract: A pannier mounting arrangement is disclosed for mounting panniers on the rear carrier rack of cycle vehicles such as bicycles or motorcycles including an elongated rod permanently attached to each pannier encased within a pouch extending across the upper edge of the pannier, the rod adapted to be slidably received within a channel section, either formed in a track section attached to existing bicycle carrier racks or formed integrally in a horizontal platform of specially designed carrier racks incorporating the mounting arrangement components. Also disclosed is a specially designed rear carrier rack which includes a horizontal platform having the channel sections integrally formed therein supported by a plurality of struts arranged to provide a rigid support. The rear carrier rack also features an arrangement for providing an adjustment in the length of the horizontal platform, so as to be readily installed on cycle vehicles of various frame sizes and configurations.

Abstract: A pannier mounting mechanism for use on wheeled vehicles such as bicycles employs a plurality of hook members adapted to engage the upper portion of the carrier frame on a bicycle and a spring-loaded lower anchor which engages the lower portion of the carrier frame. When installed the springs are maintained in tension resulting in a generally downward force which insures that the hook members are maintained in engagement with the carrier frame despite any inertial forces resulting from jostling during transport.

Abstract: A pannier adapted to be mounted on the rear carrier rack of cycle vehicles includes a rectangular bag mounted on a flat, rigid frame and a U-shaped bar pivotally mounted on the frame and within the bag to permit collapsing of the bag. The pannier is mounted on the rack by an elongated rod extending across the upper edge of the frame and adapted to be slidably received within a channel section of the rack. A pair of snaps carried by a pannier flap secure and position the pannier, fore and aft, against shifting movement with respect to the channel section. The lower end of the pannier is secured by means of a webbing loop mating with a wire form which is bolted to a portion of the carrier rack support and which has a rear-projecting section. The rear-projecting section slides into the webbing loop simultaneously with movement of the rod element into the channel section.

Abstract: Apparatus is provided for preventing unwanted movement, particularly anti-cantilever or upward pivoting movement, of a cantilever-supported carrier for a cycle, such as a front-or-back mounting article carrier on stem-supported handlebars or cross-bars of a cycle. The apparatus, particularly applicable to a carrier with a bent wire carrier frame having a rigid central loop portion for mounting with the respective reaches of the loop extending over the right and left handlebars or cross-bars and joining in cantilever relation with the handlebars or cross-bars stem, comprises means for rigidly securing the reaches adjacent the stem to prevent the mentioned anti-cantilever movement of a mounted carrier, preferably by latch means which are supportable by the stem.

Abstract: A motorcycle tank bag mounting arrangement is disclosed consisting of front and rear harnesses adpted to be secured about the motorcycle frame members to the front and rear of the motorcycle tank. Quick disconnect fastener elements are carried by each harness adapted to mate with corresponding quick disconnect fastener elements secured to straps fastened to the bottom of the motorcycle tank bag providing a three-point retention. A motorcycle tank pad is positioned underneath the bottom of the tank bag by the tank bag straps passing through slits formed in the pad. Projecting tab portions of the tank pad underlie each of the bag and harness fastener elements to cushion the same on the tank surface.

Abstract: A pannier mounting system is disclosed for mounting pannier bags alongside the rear wheel of a bicycle. The system includes a strut supported platform mounted to the bicycle frame, which platform includes longitudinally extending channel slots adapted to slidably receive corresponding elongated track elements mounted to the pannier assembly. The pannier assembly includes a fabric bag and liner panel which is disposed in the interior of each bag secured to the wheel side of the bag. The pannier assembly is adjustable longitudinally by sliding movement of the track in the channel and is maintained in proper position for heel clearance by means of a locating element mounted to the lower end of the stiffener panel. The locating element positively engages the lower portions of the strut members in longitudinally adjustable positions and acts through the liner panel to securely position the pannier in any adjusted position. A quick release retainer secures the locating element in engagement with the strut members.

Abstract: A pannier mounting arrangement is disclosed for mounting panniers on the rear carrier rack of cycle vehicles such as bicycles or motorcycles including an elongated rod permanently attached to each pannier encased within a pouch extending across the upper edge of the pannier, the rod adapted to be slidably received within a channel section, either formed in a track section attached to existing bicycle carrier racks or formed integrally in a horizontal platform of specially designed carrier racks incorporating the mounting arrangement components. Also disclosed is a specially designed rear carrier rack which includes a horizontal platform having the channel sections integrally formed therein supported by plurality of struts arranged to provide a rigid support. The rear carrier rack also features an arrangement for providing an adjustment in the length of the horizontal platform, so as to be readily installed on cycle vehicles of various frame sizes and configurations.

Abstract: An arrangement for mounting panniers on the rear carrier rack of cycle vehicles such as bicycles or motorcycles, including an elongated rod permanently attached to each pannier encased within a pouch extending across the upper edge of the pannier, the rod adapted to be slidably received within a channel section, either formed in a track section attached to existing bicycle carrier racks or formed integrally in a horizontal platform of specially designed carrier racks incorporating the mounting arrangement components. A pair of snaps are carried by a pannier flap to secure and position the pannier, fore and aft, against shifting movement with respect to the channel section, with the lower end secured by means of a webbing loop mating with a wire form which is bolted to a portion of the carrier rack support and which has a rear-projecting section.

Abstract: A carrier bag for transporting small, portable articles along on a cycle is supported between the handlebars. Support is provided by a bent wire carrier mounted on the handlebar stem that includes a mounting loop adapted to surround the stem, two closely spaced, parallel segments extending forwardly from the loop, and a pair of sections that diverge laterally from the outer ends of the segments and support a pair of forwardly projecting tines. The bag has a pair of elongated channels formed in opposed lateral ends to receive the tines and a pair of fasteners spaced along its rearward surface to encircle and secure the divergent sections. The elongated channels and fasteners respectively inhibit lateral and forward displacement of the bag, thereby securing it in position.

Abstract: A tear-drop shaped article carrying bag adapted to be supported on the flat top of a motorcycle fuel tank is formed of a closely woven fabric and has a zipper extending about the line of attachment of the top to the two sides and the narrow front end so that when opened the top lifts forward, as a flap, about the line of attachment to the narrow forward end. A transparent map protector is sewn over the top and access to the area between the protector and the top is attained through a slit formed in the top when the bag is opened. The bottom of the bag rests on a resilient pad with a hole for the protruding fuel cap. A pair of straps surround the pad and the tank and have short auxiliary strap sections extending from their sides which pass through D-rings attached to the bottom of the bag to releasably secure the bag to the tank.

Abstract: A handlebar bag for a cycle is cylindrical in shape and has a pair of elongated straps affixed to points at the two ends of the top of the bag. The strips have hook and loop fasteners at the free ends and are adapted to be wrapped around the handlebars of the cycle and reattached to a strip of dissimilar hook and loop fastener affixed to the surface of the bag between the points of attachment of the two straps. A pair of elastic shock cords have their free ends attached to spaced points at the bottom of the bag and carry hooks at their free ends which are adapted to attach to the front axle area to stabilize the bag when the top straps are wrapped around the handlebars. By joining the two free ends of the straps together with an intermediate connecting strap having hook and loop fasteners on its ends the bag may be employed as a shoulder bag.

Abstract: A bag formed of sheet fabric material and adaptable for convertible use as either a pannier on a cycle or a backpack includes front and rear panel sheets having similar shapes and joined by a side panel. The bag has the form of an isosceles triangle, with a greater height than base, and with a truncated rounded apex. Part of the line of joinder of the side to the front panel is formed by a zipper extending along one side of the base to the rounded edge to provide access to the bag. A first webbing reinforcing strip is attached to the rear panel alongside its base edge. A second webbing reinforcing strip is attached to the rear panel, parallel to the base, between the side edges, a short distance from the rounded top.