WAKEBOARD REMOVAL DEVICE
The present invention is a wakeboard removal device that includes an aluminum c-shaped block with a vertical base with two ends and a center portion and a pair of horizontal protrusions disposed on each end with a threaded aperture disposed on the horizontal base and a rack that includes a base with three prongs extending from the base that form a fork. The device also includes a locking handle with a distal end that includes a threaded screw extension disposed on the distal end of the handle that is screwed through a threaded aperture of a boat tower and a plurality of threaded bolts that removably attach the rack to the c-shaped block.
Currently there are limited alternatives to water-sport mounts that attach to a boat tower. Conventional wakeboard racks utilize four bolts as the primary clamping mechanism, which often prevents the bracket from setting flush to a tower, thereby obstructing a boater's means of egress.
The present invention generally relates to a removal device. More specifically, the invention is a wakeboard removal device.
It is an object of the invention to provide a wakeboard removal device that utilizes a single-screw type locking handle that goes through a boat tower and onto a boat mount that does not obstruct a boater's means of egress.
It is an object of the invention to provide a wakeboard removal device that is easy to install and remove.
It is an object of the invention to provide a wakeboard removal device that is reversible.
What is really needed is a wakeboard removal device that utilizes a single-screw type locking handle that goes through a boat tower and onto a boat mount that does not obstruct a boater's means of egress that is easy to install and remove and is reversible.
The present invention will be described by way of exemplary embodiments, but not limitations, illustrated in the accompanying drawings in which like references denote similar elements, and in which:
Various aspects of the illustrative embodiments will be described using terms commonly employed by those skilled in the art to convey the substance of their work to others skilled in the art. However, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention may be practiced with only some of the described aspects. For purposes of explanation, specific numbers, materials and configurations are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the illustrative embodiments. However, it will be apparent to one skilled in the art that the present invention may be practiced without the specific details. In other instances, well-known features are omitted or simplified in order not to obscure the illustrative embodiments.
Various operations will be described as multiple discrete operations, in turn, in a manner that is most helpful in understanding the present invention. However, the order of description should not be construed as to imply that these operations are necessarily order dependent. In particular, these operations need not be performed in the order of presentation.
The phrase “in one embodiment” is utilized repeatedly. The phrase generally does not refer to the same embodiment, however, it may. The terms “comprising”, “having” and “including” are synonymous, unless the context dictates otherwise.
The wakeboard removal device 100 includes a c-shaped block 110, a rack 120, a locking handle 130 and a plurality of threaded bolts 140. The c-shaped block 110 has a pair of horizontal protrusions 112 on each end 114 of a vertical base 116 of the c-shaped block 110. The horizontal protrusions 112 are perpendicular to the ends 114 of the vertical base 116 to form the c-shape of the c-shaped block 110. The c-shaped block 110 is made of aluminum but can be made of any suitable material. The vertical base 116 has a threaded aperture 111 disposed on the center portion 118 of the vertical base 116. The rack 120 has a base 122 with three prongs 124 extending from the base 122 forming a fork or e-shape 126. The locking handle 130 has a threaded screw extension 132 on the distal end 134 of the locking handle 130. The threaded screw extension 132 is screwed through a threaded aperture 136 of a boat tower 138 and into the threaded aperture 111 of the c-shaped block 110. The threaded bolts 140 are utilized to removably attach the rack 120 to the c-shaped block 110 and are typically made of metal but can be made of any suitable material.
The wakeboard removal device includes an E-shaped rack that is bolted to an aluminum block with a threaded center. The wakeboard removal device is then clamped through the threaded hole in the boat or vessel tower with a locking handle that has a ½″×13 cm thread 2″ in length. The wakeboard removal device is easy and straightforward to assemble, where a user can simply slide the locking handle through the boat tower and proceeded by screwing the locking handle into the aluminum block to create a firm grasp. The wakeboard removal device will be readily available in boat retail stores such as Bass Pro™ and Riva Motor Sports™. The wakeboard removal device features a rack design that is primarily compatible for boat towers that have a flat cross member. The design of the wakeboard removal device allows the user to place the device where they desire on the vessel and is intended for avid boaters and water sportsman.
While the present invention has been related in terms of the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that the invention is not limited to the embodiments described. The present invention can be practiced with modification and alteration within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Thus, the description is to be regarded as illustrative instead of restrictive on the present invention.
Claims
1. A wakeboard removal device, comprising:
- a c-shaped block that includes a vertical base with two ends, a center portion and a pair of horizontal protrusions disposed on each said end with a threaded aperture disposed on said horizontal base;
- a rack that includes a base with three prongs extending from said base;
- a locking handle with a distal end that includes a threaded screw extension disposed on said distal end of said handle that is screwed through a threaded aperture of a boat tower; and
- a plurality of threaded bolts that removably attach said rack to said c-shaped block.
2. The device according to claim 1, wherein said block is perpendicular to said ends of said vertical base to form said c-shaped block.
3. The device according to claim 1, wherein said threaded aperture is disposed on said center portion of said horizontal base.
4. The device according to claim 1, wherein said three prongs form a fork.
5. The device according to claim 1, wherein said three prongs form an e-shape.
6. The device according to claim 1, wherein said threaded screw extension is screwed into said threaded aperture of said c-shaped block.
7. A wakeboard removal device, comprising:
- an aluminum c-shaped block that includes a vertical base with two ends, a center portion and a pair of horizontal protrusions disposed on each said end with a threaded aperture disposed on said horizontal base;
- a rack that includes a base with three prongs extending from said base that form a fork;
- a locking handle with a distal end that includes a threaded screw extension disposed on said distal end of said handle that is screwed through a threaded aperture of a boat tower; and
- a plurality of threaded bolts that removably attach said rack to said c-shaped block.
8. The device according to claim 7, wherein said block is perpendicular to said ends of said vertical base to form said c-shaped block.
9. The device according to claim 7, wherein said threaded aperture is disposed on said center portion of said horizontal base.
10. The device according to claim 7, wherein said three prongs form an e-shape.
11. The device according to claim 7, wherein said threaded screw extension is screwed into said threaded aperture of said c-shaped block.
12. The device according to claim 7, wherein said device has a finish selected from the group consisting of chrome, aluminum or a powder coating.
13. A wakeboard removal device, comprising:
- an aluminum c-shaped block that includes a vertical base with two ends, a center portion and a pair of horizontal protrusions disposed on each said end with a threaded aperture disposed on said horizontal base;
- a rack that includes a base with three prongs extending from said base that form a fork;
- a locking handle with a distal end that includes a threaded screw extension disposed on said distal end of said handle that is screwed through a threaded aperture of a boat tower; and
- a plurality of threaded bolts that removably attach said rack to said c-shaped block.
14. The device according to claim 13, wherein said block is perpendicular to said ends of said vertical base to form said c-shaped block.
15. The device according to claim 13, wherein said block is approximately 4 inches in height, 2¾ inches in thickness and 1½ inches in width.
16. The device according to claim 13, wherein said threaded aperture is disposed on said center portion of said horizontal base.
17. The device according to claim 13, wherein said three prongs form an e-shape.
18. The device according to claim 13, wherein said locking handle is approximately 2 inches long with said threaded screw extension having an approximate ½ inch by 13 cm threading.
19. The device according to claim 13, wherein said threaded screw extension is screwed into said threaded aperture of said c-shaped block.
20. The device according to claim 13, wherein said device has a finish selected from the group consisting of chrome, aluminum or a powder coating.
Type: Application
Filed: Aug 31, 2011
Publication Date: Feb 28, 2013
Inventor: David Pimental (Los Banos, CA)
Application Number: 13/222,241
International Classification: B63B 21/60 (20060101);
