Abstract: A bicycle carrier includes a spare tire supported framework having two horizontal bar members in parallel spaced relationship, one located outside of the vertically mounted spare tire and the other to the inside, between the spare tire and the vehicle body. Two tire support members, or straps, which preferably are rigid but may be flexible, lie against the upper tread of the tire at spaced circumferential locations, each strap attached between the two horizontal bar members so as to form a framework. A vehicle mounting member, preferably in square tubular form, is attached to, and extends downward from, the inside horizontal bar member. Extending outwardly from the outside horizontal bar are a plurality of bicycle support arms, so as to project beneath the frame of, and support the bicycle substantially centered behind the vehicle. The outside horizontal bar member may extend assymmetrically beyond the side of the tire with one or more bicycle support arms positioned on the extending portion.

Abstract: A mast raising and lowering device for sailboats, and particularly sailboats with outboard rudders, which embodies a telescoping pole topped with a roller assembly, the device being attached to the stern of the sailboat where it is used to movably raise and support the mast in a partially elevated position during mast raising and lowering operations. The telescoping pole is attached to the stern of the sailboat by pintle-like pins, which are vertically adjustable on the pole to fit existing gudgeons provided for rudder support and pivoting. The upper section(s) of the telescoping pole is vertically positionable at various extended locations by a pin member. The roller assembly, on the top of the uppermost telescoping pole section, contains a roller member for ease in moving the mast therealong, and may be provided with a pair of flared ears positioned on either side of the roller to aid in receiving and containing the mast. The roller provides a location for retention of the mast during trailering or moorage.