Abstract: The invention is a specialized carrier for a wild turkey taken by a hunter. After shooting the wild turkey, the hunter simply removes the carrier from his pocket, fastens the carrier to the neck and feet of the turkey and then places the carrier over the shoulder to transport the turkey. The wild turkey is a heavy bulky bird and when carried in the traditional arm over shoulder position, the hunter can experience discomfort to the arm. This discomfort to the arm will require the hunter to take frequent rest stops if carrying the turkey long distances. The wild turkey carrier solves this problem by placing the weight of the turkey on the hunter's shoulder. The wild turkey carrier functions similar to the use of a shoulder strap on a heavy carry bag where the shoulder strap is the wild turkey carrier and the carry bag is the wild turkey. This simple concept allows the hunter to use both hands to safely carry a gun and other hunting equipment.

Abstract: The invention relates to a carrying system for carrying a portable item of equipment, said system comprising a cord forming a loop, and a member placed on the loop and provided with first retaining means for retaining a portion of the loop. The system is in the form of a double loop when a portion of the cord in the loop is retained by the first retaining means. It is thus possible to reduce the aperture of the loop so as to make it about four times smaller. The loop of the carrying system can thus selectively be placed around the neck or around the wrist of a user. The carrying system of the invention may serve to carry a portable item of equipment such as a mobile telephone, an electronic diary, or an organizer.

Abstract: A strap for guitars and the like made from recycled seat belt components. The strap includes as its components a male seat belt buckle member insertably retainable within a female seat belt buckle member, a first length of seat belt strap material and a second length of seat belt strap material, first and second slip buckles; and a pair of connecting members, each having a length of sheet material having an aperture defined adjacent an end thereof.

Abstract: A sling for transporting a conventional infant carrier seat having a generally rigid body provided with a pivoted carrier handle wherein the sling includes a sling member having a padded upper segment fabricated from a length of resilient material and having an elongated slot formed therein dimensioned to receive a main strap element adapted to define a first adjustable closed loop opening wherein the main strap element is further provided with an auxiliary strap element which cooperates with the main strap element to define a second adjustable closed loop opening that captively receives the handle of the conventional infant carrier seat

Abstract: An adjustable sling system provides a quick release fitting which enables a sling system to transition from a close to the body quick fire position to an away from the body aiming position. The adjustable sling system incorporates a first end having a first attachment fitting carried closer to the forward grip of a rifle having a first portion of the first end attached to an extended rubber core web surrounded section. A release clip has a first end supported by a tension ring which is supported along a length of webbing extending from the first portion, and includes a riveted connection to the web strap and reinforcement plate as it extends from the first end. The slope in the direction of capture is calculated with respect to the force of the spring action to insure that the close body position is maintained absent a deliberate forward aiming motion.

Abstract: A strap for guitars and the like made from recycled seat belt components. The strap includes as its components a male seat belt buckle member insertably retainable within a female seat belt buckle member, a first length of seat belt strap material and a second length of seat belt strap material, first and second slip buckles; and a pair of connecting members, each having a length of sheet material having an aperture defined adjacent an end thereof.

Abstract: A strap for guitars and the like made from recycled seat belt components. The strap includes as its components a male seat belt buckle member insertably retainable within a female seat belt buckle member, a first length of seat belt strap material and a second length of seat belt strap material, first and second slip buckles; and a pair of connecting members, each having a length of sheet material having an aperture defined adjacent an end thereof.

Abstract: A weapon sling includes a cross body loop with a length adjustment and lower sling attachment for the rear end of a weapon. The length of the loop can be adjusted to conform to individual body sizes. The upper end of the loop has a clasp and an extension strap affixed thereto. The opposite end of the strap has a mating clasp for the clasp on the loop and an upper attachment for attaching to the front end of a weapon.

Abstract: A quick disconnect coupling for adapting any guitar strap having a pair of ends with throughbores to any guitar having a pair of guitar strap-attaching pegs that engage the throughbores in the pair of ends of the guitar strap of the guitar, respectively. The coupling includes a first portion, a second portion, first apparatus, and second apparatus. The first portion engages a first guitar strap-attaching peg of the pair of guitar strap-attaching pegs of the guitar. The second portion is releasably engaged to the first portion and engages the throughbore in a first end of the pair of ends of the guitar strap, with the other throughbore in a second end of the pair of ends of the guitar strap of the guitar engaging with a second guitar strap-attaching peg of the pair of guitar strap-attaching pegs of the guitar. The first apparatus releasably engages the second portion to the first portion. The second apparatus engages the second portion to the first end of the guitar strap of the guitar.

Abstract: A simple and inexpensive apparatus for carrying skateboards and in-line skates. The invention can be adjusted to a variety of recreational equipment and can be easily folded for stowing in a pocket or pack when not in use.

Abstract: A strap assembly for a weed trimmer or similar tool designed to minimize or eliminate the strain associated with lifting and lowering the tool includes a pair of bungee cords each having two opposing ends. The first ends of the cords are coupled with a ring which is removably securable to a hook assembly mounted to the shaft of the weed trimmer. The cord is passed back and forth through a bracket and forms a loop allowing the length of each cord to be varied. Each loop is secured to an end of a shoulder pad. The design assures that the weight of the trimmer is supported by the strap assembly as opposed to the user's arms or wrists, regardless of the position of the trimmer.

Abstract: A sling adapted for connection to a weapon having a muzzle end and a stock at the opposite end from the muzzle end and formed from a single elongated web folded upon itself and including a first terminal end to be connected at or adjacent the weapon muzzle end; a first guide arrangement to be connected to or adjacent the stock of the weapon, and a first loop formed in the web around the first guide arrangement at the opposite end of the sling from the first terminal end and defining therebetween a connecting inner leg; a second guide arrangement, and a second loop formed in the web around the second guide arrangement and spaced from the first terminal end and defining a middle leg and an outer leg of equal lengths in the web; a second terminal end located intermediate the length of the sling and a connecting arrangement to which the second terminal end is attached, the outer leg extending between and connecting the second loop to the second terminal end; and a third guide arrangement, and a third loop formed

Abstract: A carrying device for a closed umbrella permits the umbrella to be carried over the shoulder or across the body. The carrying device comprises a length of flexible material with an aperture at each end, one aperture fitting over one end of the umbrella and the other over the other end.

Abstract: A bottled drink carrier apparatus is provided for supporting a bottle containing a drink product at a position upon a user's neck or shoulder. The apparatus includes a strap assembly forming a loop having upper and lower end portions, a cable having ends that are attached to the lower portion of the strap assembly. The cable forms a closed noose with a slide below the strap. A slide is provided for tightening the noose about a bottle to be supported, the slide fictionally engaging the cable at least in the locking position.

Abstract: A restraining and/or retaining apparatus 18 consisting of an elastic band 19 and retaining loops 21A, 21B for restraining and retaining multiple neck-suspended and/or unsuspended devices at the same time. The elastic band 19 wraps around the back and sides of the user and then encircles the neck strap, cord, lanyard or string 34 of a portable device 40 suspended at the chest or abdomen, and restricts its movement while walking, running, bending over or to the side. When the portable device 40 is used, the elasticity of the elastic band 19 allows it to be moved to any position from the chest to the face with little resistance and without detaching it. The retaining loops 21A, 21B hold and/or restrain other neck suspended or unsuspended devices at the same time for quick and convenient access.

Abstract: A bottled drink carrier apparatus is provided for supporting a bottle containing a drink product at a position next a user's torso. The apparatus includes a strap assembly having upper and lower end portions, and a cable having ends that are attached to the lower portion of the strap assembly so that the cable forms a closed noose. The upper end of the strap assembly has a hanger for forming a connection with the user's clothing (for example belt, belt loop, etc.) at the torso area. A slide is provided for tightening the noose about a bottle to be supported, the slide frictionally engaging the cable at least in a locking position. A detachable connection can be provided for enabling the user to separate the bottle and noose from the remainder of the assembly such as when the user wants to consume the drink product. This detachable connection is preferably a detachable quick release buckle type arrangement that enables the user to quickly disconnect the bottle and the noose from the remainder of the assembly.

Abstract: A laptop computer harness having a left shoulder strap for providing for the support in front of a standing user of a left side of a laptop computer. An upper part of a single belt is attached at a point near a left rear corner of the laptop computer, then passes over the left shoulder and then under the left arm of the user, and with an attachment to attach a lower part of the strap to a left front corner of the laptop computer. A right shoulder strap for providing for the support in front of the user of a right side of the laptop computer. An upper part of a single belt is attached at a point near a right rear corner of the laptop computer, then passes over the right shoulder and then under the right arm of the user, and with an attachment to attach a lower part of the strap to a right front corner of the laptop computer. A chest webbing for gathering the left shoulder strap to the right shoulder strap along a transverse line in front of the user's neck near the user's chest area.

Abstract: A flexible tote strap for luggage and other portable articles includes an elongate strap which is attached at its opposite ends to the article to be supported by the strap. A buckle having first and second elements wherein each element includes a loop through which the strap is fitted and first and second connector rings through which the strap is looped coact to permit conversion of the strap from a single elongate support member for th e article to a three layer or five layer foreshortened support for the article. Permutations of the positioning of the ring elements and buckle elements as well as variable strap configurations are disclosed. The article or luggage is, thus, convertible between a shoulder strap and a handle type construction.

Abstract: A shoulder strap buffering device includes a seat, two springs, an inner confining member, and a cover. The seat is provided with a receiving slot and a plurality of grooves. The springs are disposed in the grooves of the seat. The inner confining member is located in the receiving slot of the seat such that the springs are urged by the inner confining member. The cover is joined with the seat such that the springs and the inner confining member are shielded and located by the cover. The seat and the inner confining member are provided respectively with an elongated hole for engaging the shoulder strap.

Abstract: A retractable strap that may be attached to a variety of different transportable objects that includes a flexible strap having first and second ends and a first and second retractor, each first and second retractor having an attachment end for attaching the object and a strap end for receipt of a respective first and second end of the flexible strap such that the first and second retractor enable adjustment of the flexible strap from the first and second ends.

Abstract: A rifle sling includes a longitudinally-extending strap which is joined together to form a loop. This loop is attached to a rifle at two spaced-apart points which divide the loop into two relatively equal portions. These portions are constructed and arranged for passing over the shoulders of an individual to carry the rifle in a backpack position, with the rifle in a generally vertical position when the individual is upright. A rapid-release buckle is disposed in one portion to facilitate the rapid removal of the rifle from the backpack position to a firing position. The sling is also constructed and arranged to simultaneously shorten the two generally-equal portions, so that the sling may be used as a support during aiming or firing of the rifle. A fastener is also provided for maintaining the sling in its firing position. In addition, a rear strap mount for the sling is also disclosed.

Abstract: An improved call holder lanyard comprising an elongated flexible cord having a first end, an intermediate section and a second end, with the first end having a first member thereon for slideably but resistantly engaging a portion of the intermediate section of the flexible cord to allow a hunter to slideably position the first member along the intermediate section and the second end having a second member thereon for slideably but resistantly engaging a further portion of the intermediate section of the flexible cord to allow a hunter to slideably position the second member along the intermediate section with the first end, the second end and the intermediate section coacting to form a loop sufficiently long for placement around a hunter's neck with the loop being contractable by sliding the members in a first direction along the intermediate section and expandable by sliding the members in a second direction along the intermediate section and a plurality of call-holder cords positioned along the call holder

Abstract: A system for carrying skis and ski poles either by hand or over the shoulder comprises an elongated strap assembly extending between fore and aft ski loops to freely receive the ends of a pair of skis in side-by-side relationship. An adjustment buckle interconnects first and second strap members and their associated fore and aft ski loops to selectively create a transport loop of reduced size for carrying the skis by hand or one of enlarged size for carrying the skis over the shoulder. Fore and aft loops may also be provided to receive a pair of ski poles. In one embodiment, the strap members extend away from the ski loops at locations adjacent the ring members and the strap members are threaded through the ring members to form the pole loops such that as the strap members are drawn in a direction away from the ring members, the size of the pole loops is reduced until the pole loops snugly engage the ski poles.

Abstract: A strap for positioning a cane when it is not in use includes a retaining strap adapted to be secured around a cane and a flexible sling strap secured to the retaining strap and defining a sling for positioning or retrieving the cane. A releasable fastening member is secured to the retaining strap and adjustable between an open and closed position wherein the retaining strap is secured around the cane in the closed position.

Abstract: A carrier (10) for transporting a snowboard (100) is described. The carrier includes a panel (12) on which are mounted top and bottom securing straps (24 and 26) which are securing through top and bottom securing buckles (30 and 32), on the opposite side of the panel. The snowboard is mounted adjacent the inner surface (12F) of the panel such that the sides (12C and 12D) of the panel are adjacent the sides (100C) of the board. A first carrying strap (34) is mounted at the top (12A) of the panel on the right side (12C) and a second carrying strap is mounted at the bottom (12B) of the panel on the left side (12D). The second ends (24B and 26B) of the first and second carrying straps are connected together to form a complete strap. To use, the user (102) inserts an arm (104) and head (106) through the complete strap such that the complete strap extends across the torso (108) of the user and the panel is adjacent the back (110) of the user.

Abstract: A firearm carrier for safely transporting firearms. The carrier transversely secures the firearm to a user's body while preventing accidental discharges of the firearm. The firearm carrier is particularly well suited for use on an ATV. The firearm carrier safely, temporarily attaches the firearm to the user's waist in a safe, stable transport configuration. The firearm carrier may also be used as a temporary shoulder sling. The firearm carrier comprises an elongated, adjustable belt that fits around the waist of the user. A quick release buckle system facilitates belt removal. A pair of spaced apart straps project downwardly from the belt. Preferably, the straps project downwardly along the front of the user's legs. Each strap extends to a terminal end. An intermediary leg projects from each strap. Preferably, the straps are appropriately covered by a hook and pile fasteners. The straps encircle the gun during deployment, forming a pair of retention loops that secure the gun to the user's waist.

Abstract: A device and method for carrying skates of different sizes comprising an elongate strap with a coupling means for securement of said first end to said second end, a receptacle including a bearing member for supporting any skate chosen from a range of different sizes in said receptacle, a first wall and a second wall for cooperatively maintaining said skate on said bearing member, and means for adjustably coupling said first wall to said second wall to secure said skate in said receptacle, and a retainer on said receptacle for suspending said receptacle on said strap.

Abstract: A backpacking apparatus includes: a backpacking apparatus body in which an object is accommodated; and a strap for a backpacking apparatus which is connected to the backpacking apparatus body and is hung from a user's shoulder, the strap including a strap body and a length-adjusting member, the strap body having a length longer than a strap for a backpacking apparatus which is hung from another shoulder of the user, the length-adjusting member being provided on the strap body so as to adjust the length of the strap body by folding the strap body, the length-adjusting member being provided with an engaging/disengaging device having a first member and a second member.

Abstract: A lightweight, compact carrier for carrying shoes and large boots, particularly in-line skates, in a side-by-side relation. The carrier may be selectively hung from the shoulder of a person when holding boots, skates or shoes or it can be worn about the waist of the person when carrying shoes. The carrier includes a strap assembly which wraps around the footwear in connection with a large strap which serves as a shoulder strap/waist belt. The footwear strap assembly is composed of a thin strap arranged in a figure eight with the center of the figure eight running through a patch with four cut slots. This patch is attached to the large strap. One of the loops of the figure eight is a closed loop that wraps around a toe portion of the footwear and the other loop of the figure eight includes free ends of the strap assembly defining an open loop that wraps around the ankle portion of the footwear wherein the free ends include an adjustable fastener, preferably a friction buckle fastener.

Abstract: An ambulant sales facility having a carrying surface at one end separated from a load equalization surface at an opposite end by at least one horizontal support. The carrying surface is adapted to receive a food preparation installation including at least one of a grill and a drink dispenser. The weight of the food preparation installation may be offset by an energy supply such as a gas bottle located on the load equalization surface.

Abstract: A double strap system for golf bags includes a first shoulder strap having upper and lower ends attached to a generally tubular body of a golf bag at first and second locations, respectively. In one embodiment of the double strap system, the lower end of the first shoulder strap is connected to a buckle and slide mechanism which is provided for relocating the second location in a direction that is generally parallel to a length dimension of the golf bag body. A second shoulder strap has opposite ends attached to the golf bag body at third and fourth locations that are spaced apart in another direction that is generally transverse to the body length dimension. In an alternative embodiment of the double strap system, the lower end of the first shoulder strap may be connected to either one of a pair of attachment devices mounted on the golf bag body to thereby relocate the second location.

Abstract: A retractable carrying device that effectively positions an object snugly against a user's body allowing the user to carry the object from their shoulder for long periods of time without stress and irritation. The retractable carrying device maintains tension on receiving means thereby preventing undesirable noise, and also automatically and tensionally adjusts when the retractable carrying device is utilized as a stabilizing aid. The retractable carrying device is constructed with a first elongated flexible securing means, a second elongated flexible securing means, and a retractable mechanism, the retractable mechanism being enveloped by shielding means. The retractable mechanism has elastic properties and is of the type that can be stretched or extended when an opposing directional force is applied to the retractable mechanism, thereby increasing the effective length of the retractable mechanism, and which will then return or retract to its original length when the opposing directional force is released.

Abstract: A carrying strap for carrying a load greatly minimizes a bouncing action due to the load and better distributes the stress on a shoulder or a neck supporting the strap. The strap has stretchable segments separated by a gap and connected by less stretchable or non-stretchable joints. The relatively short segments and joints prevent the strap from expanding too far or tearing when heavy loads are carried. The gaps separating the segments reduce a weight bearing surface contacting a user's shoulder and distributes the stress at the point of contact throughout the strap. In response to the load, the segments expand. This enlarges the gap which further decreases the point of contact between the segments and the shoulder. The strap also has a pad underlying the segments for cushioning the shoulder. A sleeve may be fixedly or removably attached to the segments and the pad.

Abstract: A three-point harness strap for suspending a musical instrument which has a main body and an extension, with a first connector for attaching the strap to the main body of the instrument, a second connector for attaching the strap to the extension of the instrument from its main body, and a third connector between the first and second connectors and for attachment to the instrument between its main body and extension for limiting the extent to which the strap can be displaced from the body of the instrument.

Abstract: A single strap-support neck harness for suspending a scanner or other electronic device from a user's neck includes a housing for receiving a scanner to be suspended, a rigid brace arrangement, and an elongated flaccid neck strap. The rigid brace arrangement comprises two rigid V-shaped angular support members, with each support member attaching to opposite sides of the housing and having converging portions projecting upwardly from the housing. Ends of the strap attach to the separate ends of the projecting converging portions of the support members and, when worn about the neck, the strap suspends the brace arrangement and housing oriented with one end of the housing engaging the user's torso to extend the scanner to face the user at an upward incline from the user's torso for easy viewability of the scanner.

Abstract: A shock absorbing shoulder strap for use in carrying bags and other items over one's shoulder which is particularly suitable for use on golf bags to absorb the shock of the rising and falling of the bag and its contents on the carrier's shoulder to prevent fatigue. The shoulder strap includes an inelastic body portion adapted to rest on the carrier's shoulder, a first adjustable elastic strap secured to one end of the body portion, a second adjustable elastic strap secured to the other end of the body portion, and releasable snap buckles carried by the elastic straps for securing the shoulder strap to the bag. As the bag and its contents rise and fall on the carrier's shoulder, the elastic straps contract and expand, absorbing a significant portion of the resulting shock which would otherwise be transmitted directly to the carrier's shoulder. By adjusting the effective length of the elastic straps through buckles carried thereby, the elasticity and length of the shoulder strap can independently varied.

Abstract: A shoulder strap suspension system has been devised for infant car seats of the rigid or molded shell type, the suspension system being made up of a shoulder strap and an undercarriage which releasably surrounds the end and side walls of the car seat and serves as an anchor or support for connecting ends of the shoulder strap either in a two point or a three point suspension, and contoured hip pads are provided on either or both sides of the car seat.

Abstract: A pocket holster liberator system for harnessing portable computer and other portable electronic equipment while on the move or while operating a two wheeled vehicle. A plurality of pockets for carrying a portable computer, a beeper, a pen, and other easy to reach items. Detachable connection means is provided for releasably securing the pocket holster liberator to a users belt.

Abstract: The invention relates to a carrier device for appliances such as video cameras, which device facilitates the stable support of a video camera, in use. The device includes two carrier members that are pivotally connected at one of their ends, whereas their opposite ends are connected by a flexible strap element whereby the carrier members can be held in an operative configuration in which an acute angle is defined between them. A mounting structure is located on one of the carrier members at its pivotally connected end, permitting a video camera to be mounted on the carrier device and use of the camera by holding the carrier device against the shoulder of a person with the strap element abutting the shoulder. In this configuration the video camera can be conveniently directed at a target, whereas a part of its mass is effectively carried by the person's shoulder.

Abstract: A shoulder strap for musical instruments, in particular guitars, which includes a first and second portion. The first portion is arcuate from its end to the beginning of the second portion. Each end of the support is adapted to attach to a musical instrument by means of a pivot member and a connecting element.

Abstract: A shoulder bow carrier comprising an adjustable shoulder strap made of flexible material, having loops at each end of the shoulder strap for receiving and supporting the ends of a bow and joining the ends of the shoulder strap by a flexible, stretchable piece of material which is within a fixed-length flexible tube assembly.

Abstract: A harness that positions and stablizes a guitar or like instrument on a wearer. The harness utilizes three length-adjustable segments connected together at one end of each of the segments. The connection of the three segments is located behind the back of the wearer and the opposite end of each segment is structured for attachment to the anchor points on the guitar or like instrument. One segment goes up over the right shoulder and down across the torso and attaches to one of the instrument anchor points. A second segment wraps under the left arm and attaches to the same instrument anchor point. A third segment wraps under the right arm, diagonally downward and attaches to the second instrument anchor point. The length of each segment is adjusted to vary the position and stability of the instrument.

Abstract: A carrying strap for toting articles of clothing, including a first end for forming a shoulder strap, and a second end for forming a toting strap for carrying the article. The first end and the second end include the hook fastening element of a hook and loop fastening system. The loop fastening element is set along the center region of the strap. Both elements of the hook and loop system are set on the same side of the strap. A slit is formed in the strap between the second end and the center loop fastening element. The second end is passed through the slit and fastened to the center fastening element. The first end is fastened to the opposite end of the center fastening element to form the shoulder strap. The carrying strap is convertible into a scarf by folding both ends over and fastening the hook element of both ends of the strap to the loop element along the center region of the strap.

Abstract: A shock absorbing shoulder strap for use in carrying bags and other items over one's shoulder which is particularly suitable for use on golf bags to absorb the shock of the rising and falling of the bag and its contents on the carrier's shoulder to prevent fatigue. The shoulder strap includes an inelastic body portion adapted to rest on the carrier's shoulder, a first adjustable elastic strap secured to one end of the body portion, a second adjustable elastic strap secured to the other end of the body portion, and releasable snap buckles carried by the elastic straps for securing the shoulder strap to the bag. As the bag and its contents rise and fall on the carrier's shoulder, the elastic straps contract and expand, absorbing a significant portion of the resulting shock which would otherwise be transmitted directly to the carrier's shoulder. By adjusting the effective length of the elastic straps through buckles carried thereby, the elasticity and length of the shoulder strap can independently varied.

Abstract: A personal harness can carry at least one article. The harness has a shoulder strap having a pair of carrying ends. The harness also has a pair of hitching devices for holding at least that one article. This pair of hitching devices is separately attached to the shoulder strap near the pair of carrying ends. Each of the hitching devices has a cinch strap, a clasp, and a primary slide. The primary slide is slidably mounted on the shoulder strap. The cinch strap is attached to the primary slide. The clasp can detachably join the cinch strap and the corresponding one of the carrying ends of the shoulder strap. The harness is used by encircling at least the one article with the shoulder strap and the respective cinch strap, with the clasp opened. After closing the respective clasp, one can carry at least that one article by shouldering the shoulder strap and walking.

Abstract: A weapon sling having a weapon release run and a weapon carrying run has a fastener with an L-shaped pivoting lever mounted near the stock end of weapon release ran. A rectangular lock ring is attached to the stock end of the weapon carrying run. The lock ring is engageable over the L-shaped lever, which can pivot over the ring to deposit the ring against an inclined surface of the fastener that retains the ring against accidental loss under tension applied to the sling.

Abstract: A holder for a coin cup. A loop strap member defines an opening to receive a coin cup. The loop strap member is effective for supporting the coin cup by demountably engaging with the peripheral surface of the coin cup. Gravity will then urge the coin cup into snug engagement with the loop strap member to be supported thereby. A shoulder strap member is fixed to the loop strap member so that the circumference of the loop strap member is bisected between its ends. In the preferred embodiment, the shoulder strap member is fixed to the loop strap member such that the circumference of the loop strap member is bisected in unequal lengths between the first end and the second end of the shoulder strap member. Thus, the center of support of the loop strap member by the shoulder strap member is offset from the center of gravity of the coin cup supported by the loop strap member and has a tendency to tip in a direction of the longer length of the bisected circumference of the loop strap.

Abstract: A suspension strap for placing over the shoulder down and across the back of a person, to suspend a musical instrument of the guitar family in front of said person, said strap comprising relatively flat, flexible, non-elastic material of sufficient tensile strength to suspend a musical instrument of the aforementioned type, said strap further comprising lateral curvature of intersecting radius' intermediate the ends and means whereby each end adjusts independently, said strap further comprising means whereby straps of the same make and color are easily distinguishably different.

Abstract: A supplemental carry strap (100) for use with luggage, including golf bags, garment bags and the like, having a single shoulder carry strap including a padded or unpadded shoulder-contacting element having an optional positioning indicator (18) and two connecting straps (40 and 42) to adjust the position of the carried luggage while retaining the shoulder element in the proper position for contacting the shoulder, and a coupling element (50) for receiving the connecting straps and, further, having a connecting arrangement for attaching the supplemental carry strap to the luggage to be carried.

Abstract: A ski carrier has a strap with opposite end portions having overlapping ends formed into eyelets. Separable segments are brought through the eyelets to form ski carrying loops at toe and heel ends of outwardly facing bindings of skis aligned in tandem, back-to-back positions. After forming loops, segments are joined by mating male and female elements of a snapping fastener. Ski poles are brought through an opening of a tie loop attached to one element, and a spring-loaded barrel lock closes loop about the poles. Skis are carried by lifting carrier with the hand around fastener and poles. The lifting causes loops to self-tighten about the skis against the outward bias of the ski camber.