With Closure Patents (Class 224/439)
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Patent number: 11470937Abstract: A carrying system includes a carrying device such as a bag, an attachment assembly such as one or more straps connected with the bag, and an item having a receiving element configured to receive a portion of a strap to thereby secure the item with the carrying device. In some examples the bag includes various attachment regions that provide locations on the interior and exterior of the bag for attaching multiple items. The bag further includes multiple interchangeable straps to provide the user with both functional and appearance choices in using the bag.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2019Date of Patent: October 18, 2022Inventor: Curtis M. Calder
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Publication number: 20100072238Abstract: A bicycle storage system has an elongated base having a first end, a second end, a plurality of straps for releasably securing the elongated base to a bicycle frame, and a top surface. A storage compartment has a bottom surface configured to be releasably attached to the elongated base top surface. The storage compartment may be releasably secured to the elongate base by hook and loop material. The storage compartment may be insulated and may contain antimicrobial material.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2009Publication date: March 25, 2010Applicant: SPORTING INNOVATIONS GROUP, LLCInventors: Pierce J. Pape, Dean Theodore
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Publication number: 20100012696Abstract: The presently disclosed article carrier for bicycles is adapted for the mid-frame area of a variety of bicycle frame types having improved practical characteristics for conveying a variety of articles while having minimal adverse effects on, a bicycle's handling. The carrier may be quickly installed and, removed without the use of tools or brackets by buckling a pair of fastening assemblies between the handlebar stem and seat-post, components common to a majority of bicycle frame types currently in the marketplace. The carrier offers improved accessibility to its cargo both while riding and while stationary due to its positioning on the bicycle and to particular zipper styles. The carrier is also proportioned and adapted to real-world applications with minimal nuisance and optimal utility due to its means of attachment, its volumetric expandability, its various utilitarian pockets and compartments and its adjustability.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2009Publication date: January 21, 2010Inventor: Thomas Ferdinand Prager
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Patent number: 7000812Abstract: A wheel bag for enclosing a bicycle wheel and attaching to a bicycle for transport along with a method for using the bag are described. In one embodiment, the bag is configured to be secured to a bicycle at three points while the bicycle is in a rooftop carrier for transport on an automobile.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2003Date of Patent: February 21, 2006Inventors: Keith Gilstrap, Doug Golenz
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Patent number: 6902087Abstract: A carry bag for all-terrain vehicles having a top cover with paired zippers that open and close simultaneously during opening or closing of the top cover and that are protected by a sloped protection cover that releasably covers the top cover and the zippers.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2002Date of Patent: June 7, 2005Assignee: Stearns Inc.Inventors: Dennis H. Hancock, Jeffery D. Hancock
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Publication number: 20030183668Abstract: A carry bag for all-terrain vehicles hafing a top cover with paired zippers that open and close simultaneously during opening or closing of the top cover and that are protected by a sloped protection cover that releasably covers the top cover and the zippers.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 12, 2002Publication date: October 2, 2003Inventors: Dennis H. Hancock, Jeffrey D. Hancock
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Patent number: 6505765Abstract: An expandable saddlebag for a motorcycle that is adjustable between a contracted condition and an expanded condition. The expandable saddlebag includes a gusset, and a gusset closure mechanism that is moveable from a closed position to an open position to adjust the bag between the contracted and the expanded conditions, respectively. The expandable saddlebag also has a connecting device that allows for selectively opening and closing access to an interior cavity. The expandable saddlebag also includes a top cover selectively attachable to the expandable saddlebag in both the contracted and the expanded position. The expandable saddlebag also includes a saddlebag frame detachably secured to the frame of a motorcycle, and a handle to facilitate carrying the expandable saddlebag when it is detached from the motorcycle frame.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 2000Date of Patent: January 14, 2003Assignee: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, Inc.Inventors: Patrick N. Proctor, Brian T. Nelson, Louis N. Netz, Michael J. Jarosz
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Patent number: 6338260Abstract: A device to prevent unauthorized access to motorcycle saddle bags by inserting a lockable closure insert within the bag. A hinge closure is secured within the opening of a leather type saddle bag with a separate attachment hasp fitting engageable on the opposing bag wall. The locking device is covered by the bag closure flap for decorative and accessibility reasons.Type: GrantFiled: February 7, 2000Date of Patent: January 15, 2002Inventors: Donald W. Cousins, Cathy I. Cousins
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Patent number: 6253979Abstract: A carrying device for mounting on a bicycle. The bicycle has a frame constructed of a plurality of frame members that define an open area. The device is comprised of a bag having opposing side walls and having a shape that permits the bag to be positioned within the open area. The device also comprises an elastic connector for connecting the bag to the frame members whereby the bag is suspendable in the open area.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 1999Date of Patent: July 3, 2001Inventor: S. Lee Samson
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Patent number: 6092702Abstract: A multi-purpose bag has a mesh pouch and a sleeve with a pair of ends. The pouch is attached along an annular seam to one of the ends of the sleeve. The other end of the sleeve has a closable mouth. Also included is a restricting feature for stowing the pouch to stop communication from inside the sleeve to inside the pouch. The multi-purpose bag can be used by stowing the pouch to stop communication from inside the sleeve to inside the pouch. The sleeve can at this time be at least partially filled before closing the sleeve.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 1997Date of Patent: July 25, 2000Inventor: Edward J. Cassidy, IV
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Patent number: 5893501Abstract: The bicycle seat pack comprises a clam shell structure wherein a top portion includes a releasably locking bicycle seat engaging assembly including a release lever. A zipper extending almost completely around a periphery of the pack allows for a drop down bottom portion to drop away from the top portion, allowing for easy access to the interior space, with enhanced accessibility allowing for compartmentalization of the inner space, if desired.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 1997Date of Patent: April 13, 1999Inventor: Charles Martin Schwimmer
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Patent number: 5878930Abstract: The bicycle seat pack comprises a clam shell structure wherein a top portion includes a releasably locking bicycle seat engaging assembly including a release lever. A zipper extending almost completely around a periphery of the pack allows for a drop down bottom portion to drop away from the top portion, allowing for easy access to the interior space, with enhanced accessibility allowing for compartmentalization of the inner space, if desired.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 1996Date of Patent: March 9, 1999Inventor: Charles Martin Schwimmer
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Patent number: 5857600Abstract: A portable case for belongings comprises a case body of leather and a cover lid of metal to protect the belongings within the case body. The case body and protective cover lid are hinged together and are disengageable from each other at the hinge so that both case body itself and the cover lid can be replaced with new ones. The case can be used as a carrier for a cigarette lighter or a portable telephone, as a waist bag for miscellaneous articles, as a hand or shoulder bag, as a rucksack, as one of a pair of panniers, and as a tool carrier for a two-wheeled vehicle. A protective cloth bag may be provided on the cover lid, and the cover lid may also be provided with an external key carrier.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 1997Date of Patent: January 12, 1999Assignee: Fumi AkutsuInventor: Akira Akutsu
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Patent number: 5803328Abstract: The bag includes a cylindrical portion for a water bottle and a parallelepiped portion for food such as energy bars. Such shapes minimize the size of the bag and hence its weight and air resistance. The bag is elongate to maximize its size yet minimize air resistance. The tethers or straps which connect the bag to the aerobar extend from each of the receptacle portions to support such independently and are disposed at different levels so as to attach to portions of the bar which are oblique relative to each other. One tether or strap is connectable to the conventional handle bar to minimize longitudinal movement of the bag, while the other tethers or straps minimize lateral movement. The straps are adjustable in length to accommodate different aerobars of different widths. The cylindrical bag portion includes a perimeter portion drawable about such cylindrical bag portion to keep an article such as a water bottle tightly in such receptacle portion.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 1997Date of Patent: September 8, 1998Inventor: Toshikazu Nakahara
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Patent number: 5664716Abstract: A tank panel apparatus including a base member is adapted to be attached to a motorcycle fuel tank. A slot is disposed on a top surface of the base member for receiving a projection of a container and a release mechanism is also provided on the container to hold the projection in the slot and consequently hold the container to the base member. The container also includes a belt clip or belt loop so that the motorcycle operator can attach the container to his or her belt once it is removed from the motorcycle tank panel and which container can readily and quickly be re-attached to the motorcycle tank panel.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 1996Date of Patent: September 9, 1997Inventor: Glenn S. Nuckolls