Abstract: A ventilated portable locker is a carrying case or sports equipment bag for storing, carrying and drying hockey or other sports equipment. The portable locker is a box-like enclosure with a zippered door on a side panel thereof. The portable locker includes a ventilation fan on a top panel for drawing fresh air into the locker and-for forcing stale air out of the locker through at least one filtered air outlet. Hanging straps are disposed on the top surface of the top panel for hanging the portable locker. Hooks and mesh pockets are provided inside the portable locker in order to facilitate storage and drying of the equipment. In other embodiments, a ventilated sports equipment bag and a ventilated footwear bag include a detachable fan and filtered outlets.

Abstract: An inflatable puzzle storage device and method is provided. To this end, a puzzle is completely or partially assembled on a puzzle assembly mat. To store or transport the puzzle, the puzzle assembly mat and puzzle pieces thereon are wrapped around an inflated tube and secured, such that the puzzle pieces remain in place relative to each other.

Abstract: A cover for protecting the barrel portion of a baseball bat, or other structure is disclosed. The cover is preferably formed from an elastic rubber material such as neoprene. The flexible cover has the ability to adapt its shape upon insertion of a bat, enabling use with bats of various sizes. The cover is water resistant and is adapted for maximizing the visibility of printed matter thereon.

Abstract: A convertible weight device case and a method of using same, the convertible weight device case including a first shell having a plurality of compartments sized to receive weight devices therein, a second shell, and at least one hinge pivotably connecting the first shell to the second shell to allow the first shell and the second shell to be rotated about the hinge relative to each other between a closed configuration and a rack configuration. In the closed configuration, the first shell and the second shell are interfaced together so that the second shell impedes access to the weight devices received in the plurality of compartments of the first shell. In the rack configuration, the first shell and the second shell are angled upright with the hinge elevated above a floor level so that access to the plurality of compartments of the first shell is provided.

Abstract: A single bat carrier that can be used conveniently in a baseball or softball game to carry and transport a user's bat is disclosed in the present invention. The single bat carrier comprises a bat bag made of Denier nylon with a closed bottom end, a heavy-duty plastic tube inserted into the bat bag to prevent any damage to the bat, a top end cap assembly with a hinge means that fastens to the plastic tube to cover the top opening, a zipper for connecting the end cap and the nylon bat bag, another end cap glued to the bottom side of the plastic tube to hold the bat, a plurality of nylon straps for carrying purposes and for holding a baseball or softball glove, and a snap hook for fastening the single bat carrier to a fence.

Abstract: An inflatable puzzle storage device and method is provided. To this end, a puzzle is completely or partially assembled on a puzzle assembly mat. To store or transport the puzzle, the puzzle assembly mat and puzzle pieces thereon are wrapped around an inflated tube and secured, such that the puzzle pieces remain in place relative to each other.

Abstract: A modular carrying case having a substantially rigid elongated case and a separable, flexible saddle bag for carrying necessary accouterments. The modules are separable for travel on public transportation. The case has the necessary strength for being placed in a cargo hold. The saddle bag is folded into a carrying bag of a size to be acceptable for carry-on baggage.

Abstract: A case indicative of specific greens of a specific golf course for displaying golf balls on tees. The case includes a display case and golf course-related elements sitting in the display case. The golf course-related elements include at least one insert. Each insert has a through bore replicating the hole in a specific green of a specific golf course for holding a split tee teeing a golf ball, a top surface having indicia thereon pictorially replicating a specific green of a specific golf course, and a bottom surface having a portion of hook and loop fasteners thereon. The portion of hook and loop fasteners on each insert selectively mates with a sheet of a mating portion of hook and loop fasteners in the display case so as to allow each insert to be interchanged to replicate a specific green of a specific golf course.

Abstract: A protective surfboard covering device for covering and protecting various selected surfaces of a surfboard including a cover that defines a plurality of inflatable cushions that may include a top surface cushion, a bottom surface cushion and a pair of laterally spaced apart sidewall cushions, the cushions defining therebetween a surfboard compartment and cooperating to form a mouth through which the surfboard is inserted into the surfboard compartment.

Abstract: A sports equipment bag includes a flexible elongated body defining an equipment storage region. The body includes at least one recloseable opening and an outwardly facing reflective barrier layer having a reflectivity of at least 80 percent. At least a portion of the barrier layer is viewable from outside of the bag.

Abstract: The golf tee holder is in the form of a generally flat corrugated plastic body of a selected shape having a longitudinal axis. The corrugation being in the form of walls between the front panel and back panel of the plastic body that extend in a direction traverse the longitudinal axis of the plastic body and form channels between the panels opening along both side edges of the body. Each channel is sized to resiliently retain the shaft of a conventional golf tee during the jostling encountered during a round of golf. An eyelet is provided adjacent one end of the body for receiving a hook or ring for attaching the body to a golfers belt, a golf bag, of any other suitable golf equipment such as a golf cart key for example. A clipboard-type clamp is provided for securing a golf scorecard and a marking device to the holder.

Abstract: A cover is provided for the blade and shank portion of a hockey stick. The cover includes an elongated sleeve and an extension and has an opening along a rear edge thereof for receiving the blade and shank portion. The extension and sleeve lie at an angle relative to one another corresponding to the angle between the shank portion and the blade of the hockey stick. One or more fasteners are provided about the opening for securing the cover to the hockey stick. A notch is provided between the upper edge of the sleeve and the forward edge of the extension to accommodate variances in the arcuate surfaces of sticks between the blades and shank portions and to ventilate the blade after use.

Abstract: An insert for use with a conventional sports bag for organizing, carrying, drying, and storing sports gear. The insert has mesh pockets, straps for attaching clothing and equipment to the insert, and loops for suspending the insert from a hook. The insert can easily be pulled into a shape that fits into a conventional sports bag. Once inserted into the sports bag, all the pockets on the insert remain fully functional and accessible, with the openings of the large mesh pockets and the full-size mesh pocket being readily accessible from the top of the sports bag.

Abstract: A sportboard storage apparatus, which is mountable onto a supporting surface, and which can be modified to store a variety of different types of boards which have two opposed ends that are catchable. Such as surfboards, skateboards and skis. The apparatus comprises two parts, one part of which is mounted to the support surface, and the other part of which is slideably attached to the mounted part. The sportboard is held in the apparatus by a pair of sleeves, which engage the ends of the sportboard and hold it in place on the apparatus. The apparatus provides an easy way to store sportboards.

Abstract: A tack box for storing objects by a person engaged in equestrian activities. The tack box has multiple detachable walls and at least one removable saddle rack mounted on one of the walls. The container may be broken down into multiple pieces for ease of transportation. The front of the tack box opens via two doors and a flip top panel on the lid to gain maximum access to the contents of the box.

Abstract: A golf accessory caddy that includes a pouch that is configured to receive therein a divot tool so that prongs of the divot tool extend outward from the bottom of the pouch, thereby enabling use of the divot tool without removing the divot tool from the pouch. The divot tool can be removably or non-removably secured in the pouch. An inner compartment of the pouch is configured to receive and store therein a golf ball marker, which can be accessed by manipulating a closure provided in the pouch.

Abstract: A baseball equipment bag having an elongated bag portion of flexible material and a substantially planar interior shelf within the elongated bag portion. The interior shelf is permanently secured to the elongated bag portion. A removable panel is capable of being removed to substantially fully expose the interior shelf. The removable panel can be removed from the bag to facilitate the application of commercial printing thereon. The equipment bag includes a bat compartment which allows a bat to be accessed from either of two openings. The equipment bag is capable of collapsing to a substantially flat configuration when not in use.

Abstract: The golf tee holder is in the form of a generally flat corrugated plastic body of a selected shape having a longitudinal axis. The corrugation being in the form of walls between the front panel and back panel of the plastic body that extend in a direction traverse the longitudinal axis of the plastic body and form channels between the panels opening along both side edges of the body. Each channel is sized to resiliently retain the shaft of a conventional golf tee during the jostling encountered during a round of golf. An eyelet is provided adjacent one end of the body for receiving a hook or ring for attaching the body to a golfers belt, a golf bag, of any other suitable golf equipment such as a golf cart key for example. A clipboard-type clamp is provided for securing a golf scorecard and a marking device to the holder.

Abstract: A case for storage and transportation of sporting equipment including a case section defining an interior cavity. At least one clamp disposed within the interior cavity including a body portion and a jaw portion. The jaw portion is movable relative to the body portion to fasten and unfasten sporting equipment with respect to the case.

Abstract: Disclosed is a container system that is adapted to be accessed by horse mounted users. The container system finds particular application in storing equestrian implements, such as riding crops. The container is mounted at an elevated height upon a fence and additionally includes rounded forward faces. Thus, the container is easy to access by riders and presents less of a danger to the horse and its rider. Furthermore, the container is advantageously formed from a weather resistant plastic material.

Abstract: A carrying case for sporting equipment, particularly hockey sticks and accessories such as pucks includes a block-shaped body which has an upwardly protruding carrying handle, a first longitudinally disposed, vertical side of the body which has formed therein a pair of longitudinally disposed, vertically spaced apart troughs, and a first side lid hingedly fastened to a lower edge of the body, the side lid having formed in an inner surface thereof a pair of troughs shaped similarly to those in the body. Stacked pairs of hockey stick handles are placed in either the lid troughs or body troughs, with the lid pivoted outwardly from the body to an open position; with the lid pivoted to a closed position in contact with the body, the lid and body troughs confront one another to form a pair of closed, longitudinally disposed channels which retain the handles therewithin. The lid is held in a closed position in contact with the body by releasably engageable fastener elements located on the lid and body.

Abstract: A bulk paintball storage, transport, and loading device that is used to speed load paintballs into containers or hoppers off the playing field, transport users paintballs in a protective user friendly convenient container, and store paintballs in a padded, water resistant apparatus. The apparatus is compact and easily portable, durable, machine washable, consisting of a moisture proof paintball protective inner lining, and holds up to 2000 paintballs. The device comprises a main body reservoir that includes: an adjustable carry strap used to assist the user in transport and loading; padding constructed into the main body reservoir for insulation, reinforcement, form which is designed with a sloping angled bottom to direct paintball flow towards the muzzle, and protection. A loading area is also located in the main body reservoir that comprises a zipper and an opening on the under side of the devices main body reservoir to accommodate the loading of bulk paintballs.

Abstract: A pack provides a lightweight compact carrier for bulky footwear such as inline skates, ice skates or a skateboard. The pack includes a skate blade compartment with two adjustably sized openings, each opening adapted to receive a skate blade. A securing element retains the skate blade within each of the openings. A carrying strap is affixed to the skate blade compartment.

Abstract: A sports bag is constructed to include a wheeled base frame, a soft bag body fixedly fastened to the wheeled base frame, the bag body having a top opening closed by the wheeled base frame, a bottom opening, a zipper extended from the top opening and the bottom opening, and a carrying handle, and two symmetrical rigid top shells fixedly fastened to the periphery of the top opening of the soft bag body and closed by a zipper.

Abstract: A sports bag is constructed to include a wheeled base frame, a soft bag body fixedly fastened to the wheeled base frame, the bag body having a top opening closed by the wheeled base frame, a bottom opening, a zipper extended from the top opening and the bottom opening, and a carrying handle, and two symmetrical rigid top shells fixedly fastened to the periphery of the top opening of the soft bag body and closed by a zipper.

Abstract: This invention discloses a sportboard storage apparatus, which is mountable onto a supporting surface, and which can be modified to store a variety of different types of boards which have two opposed ends that are catchable, such as surfboards, skateboards and skis. The apparatus comprises two parts, one part of which is mounted to the support surface, and the other part of which is slideably attached to the mounted part. The sportboard is held in the apparatus by a pair of sleeves, which engage the ends of the sportboard and hold it in place on the apparatus. The apparatus provides an easy way to store sportboards.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to elastic coverings for an alpine sport equipment, specifically, skis, snowboards and the like. In a preferred embodiment, the elastic covering is made from a stretchable, washable, water-permeable, elastic material and is formed into an elongated tube, similar in configuration to a sock. The piece of alpine sport equipment is inserted into the elastic covering, which stretches to fit snuggly over the equipment. The length of the covering, in conjunction with its elastic nature, allow the elastic covering to completely cover alpine sport equipment having a widely varying length. The open end of the elastic covering includes integral straps for tying the end closed after the sporting equipment has been placed therein. The elastic covering is preferably formed from material having a lower coefficient of friction on one side than the other, such that the low coefficient of friction side is oriented toward the interior of the covering.

Abstract: A strap protection and storage device designed to protect a strapped down piece of equipment from buckle damage and also secure the free end of the strap from causing damage or loosening the strap itself. The device has two sheaths, one being more elongated than the other, that are connected by a tether. A storage bag is attached to the longer of the two sheaths.

Abstract: A compact golf accessory organizer with a multi-mounting, universal functioning clip, which can attach to several different items. The common items for attachment include a golfer's golf bag, golf cart visor, clothing waistband, belt, pockets, and the like. The compact organizer contains a vac-form with impressions that mold around the included articles. This is specifically designed to only hold the following articles: four tees, two ball markers, and a universal tool which consists of a divot repair, a spike tightening device, a club cleaner and cigar holder. These items are included in the golf accessory organizer. The compact size of the organizer allows it to be stored in a golfer's shirt or pant pocket, or the user can attach it to their waistband without obstructing the golfers swing. This organizer will free up the golfers pockets and conveniently organize the common items used during the game of golf.

Abstract: The invention proposed offers an average surfer a variety of usage in a surfboard bag. The three lengths offered in this one multi purpose bag can accommodate several lengths of surfboards pending on the preference of the day's surf forecast. The all in one usage claims to offer ease in handling different board sizes while offering added protection to shorter board lengths when tucked within the main body of the bag.

Abstract: A cover for protecting the barrel portion of a baseball bat, or other structure is disclosed. The cover is preferably formed from an elastic rubber material such as neoprene. The flexible cover has the ability to adapt its shape upon insertion of a bat, enabling use with bats of various sizes. The cover is water resistant and is adapted for maximizing the visibility of printed matter thereon.

Abstract: Referring first to FIG. 2, the present invention provides a plaque like display device 10 for holding and displaying a hockey puck 13 on a vertical surface such as that the rear face of the plaque like display device is substantially parallel, with the vertical surface, which as shown, will be pushed into the hockey puck holder device 10. It may be desirable to display hockey pucks as a display for many reasons. For example, a hockey puck could be autographed by a famous athlete or athletes, or a person who collects such memorabilia.

Abstract: A golf accessory caddy that includes a pouch that is configured to receive therein a divot tool so that prongs of the divot tool extend outward from the bottom of the pouch, thereby enabling use of the divot tool without removing the divot tool from the pouch. The divot tool can be removably or non-removably secured in the pouch. An inner compartment of the pouch is configured to receive and store therein a golf ball marker, which can be accessed by manipulating a closure provided in the pouch.

Abstract: A holder for golf tees that has a housing with an open interior. The interior has two curved ends and a thin middle section that forms a “dumb bell” shape. A plate that has a matching dumb bell is fitted into the open interior. Two springs are mounted inside of the housing and are attached to the bottom of the housing and to the bottom of the plate. A retainer pin is placed orthogonally across the top opening of the housing. The pin retains the plate in the housing and secures any tees that are installed as well. Tees are placed into the housing by sliding the pointed end under the retainer pin and pushing down on the plate. To dispense a tee, a user pushes down slightly on the pointed end of the top tee, which raises the other end of that it can be pulled from the holder.

Abstract: For those people who ski or snowboard, there has come a need to protect these items during any type of transport. Such as when carrying these in a SUV, (Sports Utility Vehicle), a car, a truck, or via common carrier, such as a bus, a plane, or a train.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a holding device. More particularly, the present invention relates to a golf tee holding device. This invention organises the golfers' tees in such a manner as to make the tees available for viewing on the golf bag and affords easy access without delay.

Abstract: A cover is provided for the blade and shank portion of a hockey stick. The cover includes an elongated sleeve and an extension and has an opening along a rear edge thereof for receiving the blade and shank portion. The extension and sleeve lie at an angle relative to one another corresponding to the angle between the shank portion and the blade of the hockey stick. One or more fasteners are provided about the opening for securing the cover to the hockey stick. A notch is provided between the upper edge of the sleeve and the forward edge of the extension to accommodate variances in the arcuate surfaces of sticks between the blades and shank portions and to ventilate the blade after use.

Abstract: This invention is a family table game, which has the function to become portable. It develops ones ability to identify detailed play pieces 24 by the sense of touch, exciting a players mental ability toward learning about these objects, challenging players sensory perceptions and mental imaging skills while improving finger dexterity. The game uses miniature or larger than life renditions of well known objects, man or nature created, as game pieces 24 played with three dimensional embossed knowledge cards 26. Game pieces sit in a circular, dome shaped container FIG. 1 out of view of player. Player spins card housing 30 (holding the interchangeable game cards 26) which stops randomly under view window 32. Player views or feels raised relief images on card 26 or reads corresponding descriptive text, starts timer 14 and begins searching through container (FIG. 4), using the sense of touch to find matching play pieces 24, earning points for each piece found in time.

Abstract: A racket cover with elastic loops to insert a container of balls makes the effort of going to play a racket sport much easier and is a useful, much-needed addition to the function of the standard racket cover of carrying their belongings to the court. Another embodiment of this invention is a device that could be attached to any covers such that the cover would then be able to hold a container of balls or drink. Thus, the invention could be applied to new covers being produced, and covers that have already been made, enabling all players to utilize the benefits of this invention.

Abstract: The present invention includes a dart carrier for carrying darts, dart parts and other items associated with dart throwing. The dart carrier includes a quiver member having storage chambers such as through-bores, re-entrant bores, and recesses, for example. The various storage chambers retain and store assembled darts and accessories. The carrier further includes a plunger or piston to elevate stored items resting on a lifter plate in the housing for easy access. The plunger retracts the lifter plate during storage.

Abstract: This invention consists of a carrying case constructed of two outer shells, which are made of a hard and durable material. The outer shells are connected by hinges on one side, which allow the case to be closed and secured by key or combination type locks on the other. A handle and removable shoulder strap are provided for ease of portability. Within each shell of the case is the inner foam type material. This material is available with various ‘cut outs’ to allow for individual cue sticks, cue stick holders/cases, and billiard accessories (chalk, stick tools, etc.) to be inserted and held securely in place within the case during transportation. These foam inserts are interchangeable to allow for specific types of equipment to be transported within the case, so one case can be used for transporting different quantities of cue sticks, different types of cues stick holders/cases, and a variety of billiard accessories (chalk, stick tools, etc.).

Abstract: A baseball equipment bag having an elongated bag portion of flexible material and a substantially planar interior shelf within the elongated bag portion. The interior shelf is permanently secured to the elongated bag portion. A removable panel is capable of being removed to substantially fully expose the interior shelf. The removable panel can be removed from the bag to facilitate the application of commercial printing thereon. The equipment bag includes a bat compartment which allows a bat to be accessed from either of two openings. The equipment bag is capable of collapsing to a substantially flat configuration when not in use.

Abstract: A protective covering for a fishing reel and attached rod segment which consists of a single continuous piece of waterproof fabric to which drawstrings are attached. The reel bag possesses four sewn seams to provide a substantially conforming shape to cover the reel, with an opening to enclose the reel foot and reel handle. The reel bag is self-supporting in a free upstanding position with provision for a hook keeper to allow for the easy and safe keeping of lures. The cover is used to protect the reel from dust, sand and other foreign elements, and to hold various sundry items.

Abstract: A portable jigsaw puzzle storage case and workstation is provided generally comprising an outer cover which encloses a sorting tray and a workstation therein. The workstation generally includes an assembly tray having an assembly board and a frame. The frame extends around at least part of the outer periphery of the assembly board, and is joined thereto by an integral hinge. Preferably, the assembly tray is formed of corrugated fiberboard. Further, a method of producing an assembly tray is provided. The method generally comprises the steps of providing an assembly board having a first half and a second half, cutting out an inner section of the first half to define an outer peripheral strip, scoring the assembly board at a boundary line where the first and second half meet, and attaching the outer peripheral strip to the second half to form a frame on the second half of the assembly board. The cutting step may further include the step of cutting the inner section to form a sorting tray.

Abstract: A billiard cue bag includes a main bag body, a cover part, and a cover locking device. The main bag body has a top portion that defines an access opening. The cover part is hinged to the top portion of the main bag body, and is movable relative to the main bag body between closed and open positions for closing and opening the access opening, respectively. The cover locking device includes a rotatable fastener unit mounted on the main bag body, a retaining flap connected to the cover part, and a lock body connected removably to the fastener unit. The fastener unit includes an elongate base part, an elongate rotary part, and a lock retaining flange that is formed with a shackle engaging hole for removable retention of a shackle of the lock body.

Abstract: An athletic equipment bag is disclosed defining a rear wall, a forward wall, first and second side walls, and top and bottom ends. The bag includes a plurality of compartments which extend the length of the bag for storage of the athlete's equipment and gear. The bag also includes a side flap attached to one of the side walls extending the length of the bag. The side flap encloses smaller pockets or pouches that are located on the side wall and also forms an elongated side compartment that extends the length of the bag. Located within one of the compartments is a flexible, lightweight, and foldable divider that serves as a shelf when the bag is hung vertically on a fence.

Abstract: A billiard cue bag includes a main bag body, a cover part, and a cover locking device. The main bag body has a top portion that defines an access opening. The cover part is hinged to the top portion of the main bag body, and is movable relative to the main bag body between closed and open positions for closing and opening the access opening, respectively. The cover locking device includes a rotatable fastener unit mounted on the main bag body, a retaining flap connected to the cover part, and a lock body connected removably to the fastener unit. The fastener unit includes an elongate base part, an elongate rotary part, and a lock retaining flange that is formed with a shackle engaging hole for removable retention of a shackle of the lock body.

Abstract: Baseball bat and accessory bag with a hollow, open topped, semi-rigid rectangular case having a lower level that can retain a plurality of baseball bats and an upper level that can retain items such as baseball gloves and the like, the case having longitudinal partitions in the lower level to separate one bat from another, the case having a pair of wheels, each the wheel located at the bottom corner, the open topped case having a semi-rigid lid that is hinged at one end, said lid having a semi-rigid reinforcing lip about three sides of the perimeter, a locking mechanism that penetrates through said reinforcing lip and through the wall of said rectangular case thereby capable of locking the two together when said lock is in place, a heating device comprised of a series of resistive elements fastened to an aluminum heat dissipating plate, said plate positioned at the barrel end of one of said bat retaining sections, said heating element powered by a removably replaceable rechargeable battery, said battery provi

Abstract: An insulated pack has a main, insulated compartment suitable for holding refreshments at either a warmed or chilled temperature. It also has another compartment for valuables that has receptacles for such objects as cellular telephone handsets, wallets, and keys. It has a reinforced web framework structure, and a carrying handle mounted on the lid. Use of two of these packs, allows a user to keep different objects at different temperatures. The pack is particularly useful for attachment to a golf bag or golf cart to provide cool drinks during a round of golf.

Abstract: A multi-purpose miniature golf bag is disclosed, in which the golf bag is attachable and detachable to and from a pocket of a golf player, and in which various golf articles can be accommodated such as a towel, a marker, a tee, a pencil, a scorecard and the like. The multi-purpose miniature golf bag includes the following parts. That is, an accommodating part accommodates various golf articles such as scorecard, marker, pencil, tees and the like. A Velcro tape part consists of two tapes, one of the tapes with numerous loops being attached on an upper edge of the accommodating part, and another with numerous hooks being attached on an upper edge of a towel. A foldable insertion part is foldably attached on the accommodating part so as to be inserted into a rear pocket of a golf player.