Abstract: This invention refers to a carrier-like case to store and carry boards. Such case is adaptable to store different types of boards with or without keels, or both types together. The referred case features a plastic or rubber inner lining which can be inflated providing safe protection during transportation of boards, therefore avoiding risk of breaking or damaging the boards. Such inner lining can be removed to be used separated from the case shell. The case to store and carry boards also allow moving around as a travel suitcase, since it is provided with a pair of wheels and a supporting handle. Additionally, the case subject matter of this invention is provided with a fitting system to be used on car racks.

Abstract: A carrier for elongated equipment for sports, such as hockey or the like is arranged to be mounted on a roof transport rack of an automotive vehicle. The carrier is molded from a high impact plastic material and consists of an elongated straight portion integrally attached to an angular offset portion defining an elbow between the two portions. The carrier is mounted to the roof transport rack with the angular offset end facing the rear of the vehicle such that a cover door mounted to the carrier can be pivoted downward to gain access to the interior space of the carrier and hockey sticks may conveniently be loaded into the carrier, handle end first, whereafter the cover member is pivoted to a closed and locked position to contain the hockey sticks within the interior space of the carrier during transporting thus avoiding interference with passengers in the interior portion of the vehicle.

Abstract: A car top carrier incorporating improved dual-functioning hinge/latch mechanisms connected by a drive bar that translates pivotal rotation to open and close the carrier.

Abstract: A fixing device for fastening a roof box to crossbars fastened to a vehicle roof includes two-armed clamping jaws that extend through the bottom of the roof box and can be braced, the clamping jaws being mounted on a support base fixed in the interior of the roof box in a manner so as to pivot about a stationary swivel axis and interior end sections of the clamping jaws rest against a stop element which is vertically displaced by rotating an actuating element in order to move the clamping jaws between a locked and an unlocked position by a pure swivel motion.

Abstract: Load-carrying members for vehicle roofs are disclosed. In some examples, the load-carrying members may be configured for use with a crossbar mounted to a vehicle roof. In some examples, the load-carrying members may include a body and an arm pivotably mounted to the body. The body may have a load-bearing surface and may be configured to engage the crossbar and retain the load-carrying member proximate the crossbar. The arm may be configured to pivot between a first position and a second position and about an axis that is transverse to the crossbar. In some examples, the load-carrying members may include a pair of spaced apart mounting blocks and a clamping member configured to engage the crossbar in opposition to the pair of spaced apart mounting blocks. In some examples, the load-carrying members may be configured for carrying a boat on a vehicle roof.

Abstract: Coupling device (4) for connecting a load carrier bar (3) extending laterally across a vehicle roof to a roof rail (2), which rail extends in the longitudinal direction (L) of the incorporating vehicle.

Abstract: The invention provides improvements for an enclosed carrier configured for mounting on top of a car.

Abstract: Load carrier (1) for transporting a bicycle (2) and which is designed for being mounted to a vehicle roof (4) by means of mounting devices (3). The load carrier includes a longitudinal rail section (5) provided with connecting devices (14,15) for connection to the mounting devices and securing devices (6) for securing the wheels (7,8) of the loaded bicycle, a retaining arm (16) pivotable arranged relative to the rail and provided with a claw grip (17) having a first and a second jaw (18 and 19 respectively) which jaws are lateral (T) to the longitudinal direction of the rail section (L) and arranged so as to form a gap (51) facing the side (S) of the longitudinal rail section from which side the bicycle is loaded.

Abstract: This describes a cargo or luggage carrying basket assembly which attaches to an existing rack assembly on a vehicle roof. The existing rack assembly consists of two bar frame assemblies with coupling to attach to the car roof. The main difference in configuration is whether the bars or rack assemblies run perpendicular to the main longitudinal axis of the car (one side of the car the other) or parallel to it. (Front of car to back of car) This invention can attach itself to either of the above described configurations. The basket consists of pipe sections and fittings made of tubular, hollow plastic pipe with certain members reinforced with wire. The primary use of this invention is for luggage and material normally stored in a vehicle trunk. It is not intended to allow the mounting of other sports equipment to the underlying, existing load bars or rack assembly.

Abstract: The vehicular roof rack cargo carrier system of the preferred embodiment includes rotary latch housing units that can be affixed to roof rack crossbars (also referred to as load bars) plus cargo carrier vessels that have exterior-positioned built-in retention rods. The rotary latch—retention rod system enables carriers to be securely attached to and easily disengaged from roof racks when the carriers themselves are filled with content. The carriers then become portable enabling designs with features such as wheels and handles. Taken altogether, the system enables the creation of content-filled cargo carriers that have product functionality and consumer purpose away from point of vehicle.

Abstract: The invention provides improvements for an enclosed carrier configured for mounting on top of a car.

Abstract: Described is a fixing arrangement for releasably fixing an air conditioning module to the roof of a vehicle such as a rail vehicle. The module has opposite side surfaces from which first fixing projections project. The vehicle roof supports positioning rail members in mutually parallel relationship at a spacing from each other corresponding to the spacing between the side surfaces of the module. The positioning rail members have upwardly open first openings. Second fixing projections project from the positioning rail members at the outside thereof laterally beside the first openings.

Abstract: A vehicle roof rack assembly (50) including a pair of clamp assemblies (11) that secure a roof rack bar (10) to the rails (12) of a vehicle having a roof over which the bar (10) is extend. Each clamp assembly (11) includes a pivotally mounted jaw member (26) that co-operates with a jaw (16) to engage the vehicle rail (12).

Abstract: System providing a securing arrangement for securing a load to a vehicle-mounted rack. The system includes clamp members adapted to secure the load-carrying member to a crossbar of the vehicle-mounted rack. The system includes an opposable clamp member and may include dimensionally different first and second opposing clamp members. The opposable clamp member may be configured to alternatively attach to the first and second opposing clamp members. The system may include an adjustable mounting mechanism configured to adjust an angle of the load-carrying member relative to the opposable clamp member. The opposable clamp member may include a plurality of alternative coupling sections configured to attach to the first and second opposing clamp members.

Abstract: Adapter system for quickly mounting a carrier on a vehicle roofrack. The adapter system has a crossbar adapter and an intermediate adapter that are fastened to each other about the roofrack crossbar and which may remain in place on the crossbar, with or without the carrier. The carrier adapter is fastened to the carrier and remains fastened to the carrier as long as the carrier is intended to be used. The intermediate adapter has a key slot and the carrier adapter a mating key. The carrier is mounted on the roofrack by sliding the key on the carrier adapter into the key slot on the intermediate adapter. A locking mechanism prevents unauthorized removal of the carrier adapter from the roofrack.

Abstract: A roof box comprising: (a) a bottom part comprising a bottom section and side sections projecting upwardly from the bottom section, the bottom section being adapted for mounting the roof box to a roof area of a vehicle; (b) a top part movable relative to the bottom part between an opened position and a closed position, the top part comprising a top section and side sections projecting downwardly from the top section, wherein, in the closed position, the bottom section and the side sections of the bottom part and the top section and the side sections of the top part define an internal volume for storing objects in the roof box, the top part comprising first and second polymeric walls joined together at the side sections of the top part to define an interior space between the first and second polymeric walls; and (c) at least one strengthening element provided in the top section of the top part, each strengthening element being made of a respective portion of the first polymeric wall fused to a corresponding po

Abstract: A bicycle rack includes a front bar, a rear bar and a plurality of longitudinal bars connected between the front and rear bars. A plurality of connection units are used to connect the bicycle rack to a roof rack of a vehicle. A first securing device includes a securing frame which is connected to the front bar and two quick release sets are connected on two sides of the securing frame. The two quick release sets are used to secure two legs of a front fork of a bicycle. A second securing device is connected to the rear bar and includes a support on which a rear wheel of the bicycle is arranged and a securing strap is used to secure the rear wheel of the bicycle on the support.

Abstract: A vehicle mounted ladder rack (10), bent in such a way as to allow secure stowage yet easy removal of a ladder. Fixed mounting clamps (22) are welded on the underside of rack (10). The fixed clamps (22) and lower clamps (20) are drilled (18) to allow the bolts (14) to pass through. The bolts (14) are then secured with nuts (16). Tightening of these nuts compresses lower clamps (20) into the bottom of a standard vehicle luggage rack. This secures the ladder rack (10) in place atop the vehicle. A set of two racks (10) is required to securely hold a ladder on the vehicle, one mounted on the forward luggage rack and one on the rear.

Abstract: The cargo system of the preferred embodiment includes a container, a first mount coupled to the container, and a second mount coupled to the container for movement between an engaged position and a disengaged position. The cargo system is preferably attachable and securable to a roof rack of a vehicle having a first bar and a second bar.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a crossbar locking device for removably locking the opposite ends of a crossbar to respective roof racks. The crossbar locking device of the present invention includes operating modules, which are provided on the respective opposite ends of the crossbar, and a cable, which couples the operating modules to each other such that the operating modules are operated in conjunction with each other. Therefore, the present invention has an advantage in that, when one operating module is operated, the two operating modules are simultaneously locked to or unlocked from the respective roof racks. Furthermore, because the present invention has a structure such that locking pins are locked to respective roof racks, there is an advantage in that reliable locking force is ensured.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for providing dual anti-theft locks protecting an elongate object stored on a load bar of a load carrier. A bracket is attached to a retainer using connecting fasteners secured by connecting knobs to firmly attach the apparatus to the load bar when the load bar lies between the bracket and the retainer. A lever extending from the retainer controls a first locking mechanism having a gripper cable for wrapping the elongate object tightly against the retainer. The lever also controls a second locking mechanism coupling the lever to at least one latch that prevents rotation of one or more connecting knobs to prevent removal of the apparatus from the load bar. A lock limits movement of the lever to prevent or allow release of the elongate object from the retainer and the apparatus from the load bar.

Abstract: A heavy duty apparatus and method are disclosed for holding or locking a ladder or other object in place, say, to a vehicle, such as a van and its rack and/or a rack mounted on a camper top of a pickup truck. The apparatus has a fixed portion and a movable portion which can engage the rings of a ladder and/or a one or more piece of large sheet material in place.

Abstract: A cargo retention system is provided that allows the operator of a vehicle removably and securely fasten a cargo module to a vehicle. A guide is provided for aligning the cargo module within the retention system and aiding in the securing of the cargo to the vehicle.

Abstract: A boat rack apparatus for carrying a boat on a vehicle roof rack includes a plurality of conformable support members. Each support member has an expanse that contacts a boat hull. The expanse is supported by a rib arrangement, including a spring rib and a load rib. The spring rib underlies a flexible portion of the expanse. The load rib provides vertical support to the expanse. The support member adapts to different boat hull shapes.

Abstract: A clamp assembly secures a first article to a second article. The clamp assembly includes first and second spaced-apart article holders adapted for engaging respective first and second articles. An elongated gear rack interconnects the first and second article holders. A pinion operatively engages the gear rack, and is adapted for moving the first article holder along the gear rack relative to the second article holder. A locking bar has a plurality of spaced teeth adapted for meshing with respective teeth of the gear rack in a locked position. The locking bar is moveable between the locked position and a released position. In the locked position, the meshing teeth of the locking bar and gear rack cooperate to prevent linear movement of the first article holder relative to the second article holder, thereby securing the first article to the second article.

Abstract: An equipment carrier adapted for mounting to a support member associated with a vehicle, includes a base engageable with the support member and a universal mounting arrangement for securing the base to the support member. The universal mounting arrangement includes a flexible retainer member, such as a retainer strap, that extends from and is engageable with a clamping member movably mounted to the base. The retainer strap defines a free end that extends from one side of the base, and which is adapted to be wrapped about the support member and engaged with a releasable engagement arrangement associated with the clamping member. The retainer strap and the releasable engagement arrangement define a variable effective length of the retainer strap when the retainer strap is initially wrapped about the support member. An actuator member, such as a rotatable threaded member, is engaged with the clamping member and with the base for moving the clamping member away from the base.

Abstract: A storage system including an outer covering enclosing an interior modular unit containing separate storage units for a vehicle.

Abstract: A telescoping roof basket assembly (10) for attachment to a roof (12) of a vehicle (14) is provided. The basket assembly (10) includes a pair of rails (18) fixedly coupled to the roof (12) of the vehicle (14). Each rail (18) defines a primary channel (22) and a secondary channel (24). Furthermore, each primary channel (22) has an extension bar (26) slidably positioned therein for telescopically fitting the extension bar (26) to the rail (18). The extension bars (26) are capable of extending rearwardly from the rails (18). Moreover, these extension bars (26) are pivotally coupled to a front end portion of a moveable basket member (30). This moveable basket member (30) has a rear end portion with a pair of tabs (44) extending therefrom. These tabs (44) are intended for insertion into the secondary channels (24) and securing the moveable basket member (30) to the rails (18). The telescoping roof basket assembly (10) is moveable between a roof mounted position and a back end mounted position.

Abstract: The invention provides improvements for an enclosed carrier configured for mounting on top of a car.

Abstract: A carrier that stores cargo on a vehicle includes a plurality of elongate flexible loops with first and second ends that are affixed to the carrier in a spaced relation to each other. Each loop is laterally offset from the longitudinal axis of the carrier and is positioned near the front or back of the carrier. At least one strap is secured to the loop intermediate the first and second ends. The strap secures the carrier to the vehicle in any of several orientations.

Abstract: The invention concerns a roof-mounted bicycle hodler for vehicles. The bicycle holder comprises profiled carrier (1) on which a bicycle (9) is intended to be positioned in an upright position, first and second fastening devices (2 and 3, respectively) on said profiled carrier (1) for securing said profiled carrier (1) on first and second load carrier rails (4 and 5, respectively), said rails being attached to said vehicle roof (6), and a holding arm (15) pivotally mounted on said profiled carrier (1) for pivotal movement essentially between a release position and a securing position in which said holding arm (15) is attachable to the frame of the bicycle (9).

Abstract: The invention provides improvements for an enclosed carrier configured for mounting on top of a car.

Abstract: A ride ready vehicle-mounted bicycle carrier includes a pair of spaced apart wheel supports and a stabilizing member which is engageable with the bicycle, preferably with one of the bicycle wheels, at a location above the wheel supports. One of the wheel supports is in the form of a pair of spaced apart wheel engagement members which are pivotably mounted to a structural member associated with the carrier, and which are configured to grip the wheel so as to provide initial support for the bicycle on the carrier. The stabilizing member is in the form of a clamp arm mechanism having a base mounted to the structural member and an extendible and retractable arm having a wheel-engaging portion at its outer end, which can be moved into and out of engagement with the wheel.

Abstract: A transport cage (“cage”) and enclosed case combination, wherein the cage is adapted to attach to a vehicle rack where the cage functions simultaneously as a transport container and as a supplemental rack. The cage comprises a first and second tubular framework respectively defining an open box (“box”) and a lid. The lid can move between an open and closed position with respect to the box. In the preferred embodiment the cage is designed to accommodate a rifle case. At least one connector enables the cage to be connected to a vehicle rack. The first or second tubular framework enable additional items to be attached to the cage such that the cage acts as a supplemental rack. The cage and case combination is particularly suited to carrying additional items on an ATV rack thereby extending the carrying capacity of an ATV rack.

Abstract: A vehicle roof rack assembly (50) including a pair of clamp assemblies (11) that secure a roof rack bar (10) to the rails (12) of a vehicle having a roof over which the bar (10) is extend. Each clamp assembly (11) includes a pivotally mounted jaw member (26) that co-operates with a jaw (16) to engage the vehicle rail (12).

Abstract: A clamp for use with a cross bar of an existing vehicle article carrier to allow accessory vehicle article carrier components to be secured to the cross bar. The clamp includes a base portion and a clamp element hingedly coupled to the base portion. A locking assembly allows the clamp element to be secured to the base portion without any external tools. The locking assembly includes an over-center locking lever which can be pretightened before being moved from an unlatched into a latched position to thus allow a pre-tightening force to be applied to the clamp element. The clamp element also includes a C-shaped channel for receiving a tap plate or other similar component associated with an accessory article carrier component.

Abstract: The invention provides improvements for an enclosed carrier configured for mounting on top of a car.

Abstract: The present invention provides a multipurpose activity frame for a vehicle articulating roof rack system including a vehicle articulating roof rack system having a selectively removable portion operable between a stowed roof mounted position and a slideably and pivotally repositionable back end mounted position, a stationary top portion received by the selectively removable portion of the articulating roof rack system, and a rotatable bottom portion operable between a stowed vertical position and an open horizontal position received by the stationary top portion.

Abstract: Load carrier bar (3) intended to be attached to roof rails mounted on a vehicle roof. The roof rails having two longitudinal rails (2) disposed at a distance from and substantially parallel to each other, the load carrier bar being fitted at each of its ends with a corresponding attachment arrangement (4) intended to be connected with a corresponding rail. Each attachment arrangement includes a connecting means (5), united with the load carrier bar and adapted to be attached to the rail. A tightenable clamp joint (6) encloses the rail and which when tightened unites the load carrier bar to the rail by a rigid and immovable joint. The clamp joint possesses a locking plate (7) which at its first end is hinged to a link (8) connected to the load carrier bar and at its second end is connected with the load carrier bar by means of a demountable tensioned joint (18).

Abstract: The present invention provides a convertible ladder and load platform including a vehicle articulating roof rack system having a selectively removable portion operable between a stowed roof mounted position and a slideably and pivotally repositionable back end mounted position, a stationary bottom portion received by the selectively removable portion of the articulating roof rack system, a removable top portion received by the stationary bottom portion, a frame received by the stationary bottom portion, and a plurality of rotatable steps operable between a vertically oriented ladder position and a horizontally oriented load platform position received by the frame.

Abstract: In a vehicle roof rack kit a plurality of releasable identical carrier assemblies adapted for securing an object there within and further comprising releasable attaching means for attaching each assembly to the mounting members of a vehicle roof rack. The assemblies comprise a channel-shaped carrier. The sides of the carrier have opposing apertures for receiving a rod for holding an object within the carrier. The rod may be locked into place. Alternatively, a shackle and locking body combination may be used to lock the object within the carrier.

Abstract: A surfboard carrying and mounting apparatus comprising a first rectangular strip attached to a second rectangular strap having a plurality of loops is disclosed. The second rectangular strap has a side release snap faster at a fixed end and extends beyond the first rectangular strip at a free end. The first rectangular strip is placed on the surfboard and the second rectangular strap is wrapped around the surfboard wherein the free end is placed through the side release snap faster for tightening and securing the first rectangular strip to the surfboard. A plurality of attachment straps with cam buckles and having carabiners at each end are placed through the plurality of loops and around the roof rack of an automobile. The carabiners are hooked together wherein the cam buckles are used for tightening the attachment straps for securing the surfboard to the roof rack of the automobile.

Abstract: Securement arrangement for mounting articles upon a carrying vehicle. The arrangement includes a pair of substantially rigid body members. At least one of the pair of body members has a receiver configured to accept the installation of a fitting member therein. A plurality of resilient fitting members are utilized. Each fitting member is adapted to be installed in the receiver in a plurality of orientations. At least one of the fitting members is configured to present a variable buffering thickness between the rigid body member and a receiving member of a carrying vehicle upon which the securement arrangement shall be installed. The variable buffering thickness is dependent upon an installed orientation of the fitting member in the receiver.

Abstract: The present invention provides a convertible ladder and load platform including a vehicle articulating roof rack system having a selectively removable portion operable between a stowed roof mounted position and a slideably and pivotally repositionable back end mounted position, a stationary bottom portion received by the selectively removable portion of the articulating roof rack system, a removable top portion received by the stationary bottom portion, a frame received by the stationary bottom portion, and a plurality of rotatable steps operable between a vertically oriented ladder position and a horizontally oriented load platform position received by the frame.

Abstract: A retractable carrier system (10) is provided for carrying luggage and other objects on the roof of a vehicle. The carrier system (10), which may be original equipment on the vehicle or an after market addition, includes a collapsible container (20), a reel (50) onto which the collapsible container (20) may be rolled and a storage compartment (70).

Abstract: A rotatable strap arrangement for a load carrier of a transporting vehicle, the load carrier including an elongate tray, including a rotation mechanism coupled to the elongate tray, the rotation mechanism permitting rotation relative to the elongate tray. The rotatable strap arrangement also including a strap coupled to the rotation mechanism, the strap operable for securing an object to the elongate tray. The rotatable strap arrangement further including a strap receiving mechanism coupled to the rotation mechanism, the strap receiving mechanism operable for receiving the strap.

Abstract: In a vehicle roof rack kit a plurality of releasable identical carrier assemblies adapted for securing an object there within and further comprising releasable attaching means for attaching each assembly to the mounting members of a vehicle roof rack. The assemblies comprise a channel-shaped carrier. The sides of the carrier have opposing apertures for receiving a rod for holding an object within the carrier. The rod may be locked into place. Alternatively, a shackle and locking body combination may be used to lock the object within the carrier.

Abstract: A sports equipment carrier for a vehicle including a rack structure adapted to be mounted to a vehicle and an equipment securing portion. The equipment securing portion includes a clamping mechanism and an adjustment member, where the clamping mechanism includes a housing and is operable between open and closed configurations. Operation of the clamping mechanism shifts the adjustment member into and at least partially out of the housing so that the adjustment member is accessible to a user in the open configuration and inaccessible to a user in the closed configuration.

Abstract: A clamp for use with a cross bar of an existing vehicle article carrier to allow accessory vehicle article carrier components to be secured to the cross bar. The clamp includes a base portion and a clamp element hingedly coupled to the base portion. A locking assembly allows the clamp element to be secured to the base portion without any external tools. The locking assembly includes an over-center locking lever which can be pretightened before being moved from an unlatched into a latched position to thus allow a pre-tightening force to be applied to the clamp element. The clamp element also includes a C-shaped channel for receiving a tap plate or other similar component associated with an accessory article carrier component.

Abstract: The current invention is related to a holding rack to be used in the vehicle's roof, hood, or curved, semi-flat or flat tarpaulin, the holding rack includes an inferior member placed adjacently to the vehicle's roof or flat surface, being removable attached directly to the vehicle's surface, where the inferior member allows easily to be installed/removed to and from the holding rack. A middle member placed adjacently and linked to the inferior member of the holding rack, such inferior member constitutes the basis where the superior and inferior members will be attached to fix the settings of the holding rack. A superior member is placed adjacently and linked to the middle member, where the superior member constitutes a number of transverse elements placed and fixed to the middle member, which combine with the middle member of the holding rack set a number of spaces used as rails or lanes to allow the insertion and locking of the multiple purposes box.