Abstract: Equipment such as bicycle racks are often delivered to the end user in a partially assembled state. The component subassemblies may be heavy or unwieldy in size, making it difficult for the end user to hold the subassemblies in the correct positions with respect to each other while attaching the fasteners that hold the subassemblies together while the equipment is in use. An equipment rack is described having features that hold the subassemblies in an assembled configuration while the operational fasteners are added or engaged to hold the equipment rack in its final, assembled configuration. These features may be surface features that the end user is able to engage with each other to provide support to subassemblies and hold them in the proper orientation and position while the operational fasteners are aligned, inserted, tightened, or otherwise affixed to the assembled parts.

Abstract: A multi-purpose cargo carrier for coupling to a vehicle's tow hitch, carries sturdy bicycles, like mountain bicycles, electric bicycles, and the like, containers, coolers, and small items. The multi-purpose cargo carrier has a tow hitch connecting platform defining a first bicycle lane that receives front and rear wheels of a first bicycle, a second bicycle lane that receives front and rear wheels of a second bicycle, and a storage compartment between the first and second bicycle lanes. A hinged lid covers the storage compartment. A top of the lid defines a support for cargo. A plurality of catches and strap receivers are strategically situated about the platform providing cargo tie down locations. Each bicycle lane has pivoting front and rear wheel holders extending from lateral sides of the platform. Openings in the wheel holders receive portions of the wheels. Extensions of the front wheel holders provide generally vertical wheel stands.

Abstract: An apparatus for transporting cargo on a motorcycle comprises a first rack having a width of about the width of a seat of a motorcycle. The first rack has a first plurality of attachment structures fixedly attached thereto. A second rack has a base with a second plurality of attachment structures fixedly attached to a bottom of the base configured for engaging with and being secured to the first plurality of attachment structures. The second rack is positioned on top of the first rack when secured thereto and includes a pair of upwardly extending elongate members fixedly coupled to the base and angled toward the rear of the motorcycle. The elongate members are each provided with a transversely extending receiving member and a centrally located receiving bracket attached proximate a rearward side of the base, thus forming a three-point attachment structure for attaching an accessory to a motorcycle.

Abstract: A hitch-mounted game carrier apparatus for transporting and skinning game. The hitch-mounted game carrier apparatus includes a support assembly being adapted to be fastened to a hitch of a vehicle; and also includes a winch assembly being mounted to the support assembly and including a winch and a cable being carried by the winch; and further includes a game carrier assembly being supported by the support assembly for carrying the game.

Abstract: A support device for attaching a trap shooter to a vehicle, particularly a pick-up truck in, which a frame is affixed to a conventional square receiver located below the bumper on the pick-up truck, the frame projecting away from the truck and upwardly, and terminating in a platform upon which the trap shooter is located. The platform is capable of rotation and its spacing from the tailgate can be controlled to allow easy access by an operator for easy loading of disks carried on the pick-up truck body.

Abstract: A cargo carrier for attaching behind a vehicle to transport cargo, bicycles or the like, and which can easily be disassembled to a compact size. The cargo carrier is formed by a main support bar, and multiple top support rods and securing braces and fixed by two end pieces to form a platform for transporting cargo. A bicycle attachment can be secured to the cargo carrier to transport both cargo and bikes. Mud flaps and supplemental lighting can also be added, without the need for tools or complex accessories. Picnic table legs can be secured to a bottom portion of the carrier to form a picnic table from the carrier.

Abstract: A welded, steel apparatus consisting of multiple receiver tubes (A) reinforced by collars (B) separated and attached to the spacer bar (C), with a mounting tube (D) which can be inserted into a slide-in type vehicle receiver hitch. Into which is inserted the assembly consisting of the deck plate (E), mounted to and supported by bar (F), reinforced by gusset (G), attached to and spaced from the mounting tube (I) by the riser bar (H). Thus permitting the use of multiple trailer hitch accessories at the same time; including the attachment of a portable hand crank or powered winch unit.

Abstract: A cargo carrier designed to be mounted adjacent to and onto a vehicle by attaching it to the vehicle's trailer hitch having a crossbar and a receiver. The cargo carrier has a substantially S-shaped tongue having a male bracket that couples with the receiver on the trailer hitch, thereby mounting the cargo carrier onto the vehicle. The male bracket is held in the receiver by means of a pin. An elongated frame, having a fixed arm and a swing-out arm which is constructed of essentially parallel beams and connected to said fixed arm by a pivot hinge, is integral with and is supported by said tongue. The fixed arm is reinforced by frame support members connecting said arm with the tongue. Load support brackets are carried on the swing-out arm and serve to mount a cargo holder device thereupon, the cargo holder device being a box with a lid, an open bin, or any other desired device.

Abstract: A bike rack apparatus is provided for supporting a bicycle on an automobile, and includes a channel for receiving the wheels of a bicycle and supporting the weight of the bicycle. The channel is supported on the automobile, preferably by a male hitch member sized for receipt in a female hitch member of the automobile, and includes a pair of clamps for stabilizing the apparatus on the automobile. The apparatus also includes a shackle assembly for holding a bicycle in an upright position on the channel and restraining movement of the bicycle relative to the channel.