Abstract: A mobile container that is designed to allows a user to easily transport the container through a variety of terrains, such as snow, sand, and pavement. The mobile container includes an insulated container, a first sled-molded runner, a second sled-molded runner, a first wheel, a second wheel, and a convex protrusion. The first sled-molded runner and the second sled-molded runner are positioned parallel and opposite to each other, across the insulated container, and are adjacently connected to a base of the insulated container. The first wheel and the second wheel are laterally and coaxially connected to the insulated container, opposite to each other. The convex protrusion modifies the flow of sand or snow about the insulated container in order to decrease drag. The convex protrusion is positioned opposite the first wheel and the second wheel. Additionally, the convex protrusion is integrated into a front surface of the insulated container.

Abstract: A snowboard support apparatus, attached to the snowboard in such a way that it extends from the board and provides a physical support for the rider to lean against in order to aid in the process of learning to snowboard. The support apparatus provides support to the rider to allow them to develop skills in being able to ride a snowboard in an incremental and natural manner without constraining the riding experience.

Abstract: A locomotion apparatus that has a base that secures a skateboard platform to a snow ski as a combination. The base is secured into position by bindings of a ski. A brake mechanism is provided that has a brake seat, a lever arm and a spring arm that cooperate with each other to enable the brake mechanism to move between a deployed brake position, at which the combination brakes to prevent its locomotion, and a non-deployed brake position, at which the locomotion is enabled.

Abstract: In some examples, a ski bike includes a frame, a steering mechanism rotatably coupled to the frame, a ski, and a ski retention system. The ski retention system rotatably couples the ski to the frame or the steering mechanism. The ski retention system includes a ski bracket and a fixed member. The ski bracket is rigidly coupled to the ski. The fixed member is rigidly coupled to the frame or the steering mechanism and rotatably coupled to the ski bracket.

Abstract: A conversion kit for a snow vehicle has a front assembly component, the front assembly component has a front ski, a bracket that is attached to the front ski, two extension arms that are pivotally attached to the bracket extending upwardly from the front ski, and a rear assembly component having a two or more adjacent members, a mount attached to the pivot unit, comprising a clamping attachment on one end configured to retain a section of the frame on another end, a ski attachment terminating each adjacent member, a pivot unit, comprising at two horizontal pivot bars pivotally connecting the adjacent members at its ends, and pivotally connected to the mount at a midpoint, wherein the one or more horizontal pivot bars move the adjacent members interdependently, and wherein each member extends from a common pivot unit and terminates at a ski attachment.

Abstract: An apparatus that secures a skateboard platform to a snow ski with a base that has a sliding member and stationary member. An adjustment mechanism urges the sliding member to move toward or away from the stationary member. A stabilizer is movable toward and way from the sliding member via a guide path in the base. The stabilizer has two components that move one inside the other to lengthen or shorten a distance between their respective ends. The sliding member has a protruding portion that fits into a front snow ski binding. The stationary member snaps into the rear snow ski binding. The front binding is sandwiched between the stabilizer and the sliding member.

Abstract: A snowboard assembly includes a snowboard and a suspension system operable to absorb shock and vibration that are generated during use of the assembly. The snowboard is a typical snowboard and the suspension system comprises a suspension platform and two or more struts. Each strut is coupled with the snowboard and the suspension platform via two couplings. In a preferred embodiment, a single strut with two couplings are used to couple the suspension platform with the snowboard.

Abstract: A snow bike's three (3) piece chassis includes a frame disposed about the chassis' center. The chassis also includes an elongated, front fork, rotatably secured at an upper end of the frame's front end. A lower end of the front fork carries an elongated front snowboard. Lastly, the chassis includes a spring loaded swingarm that is pivotally secured to a rear end of the frame furthest from the front fork, and projects rearward therefrom. A distal end of the swingarm carries an elongated rear snowboard. A hole, that pierces the rear snowboard adjacent to its attachment to the swingarm, receives one end of a V-shaped plate that is rotatable so the plate's end projects beneath the rear snowboard into snow therebeneath. A coil spring, disposed between the swingarm and the V-shaped plate, draws the V-shaped plate's projecting end out of snow.

Abstract: A ski bike for gliding across a slick surface that dampens shock forces on skis and provides precise maneuverability on a slick surface. The ski bike is configured to turn through either: a rotatable handle bar sub assembly, by shifting the weight of the rider, or through a carving technique involving digging the skis into snow and following the formed carved path to turn. The ski bike dampens shock forces on the skis through a dampener that absorbs shock forces from a front ski, a front shock pivot mount that that enables lateral pivoting to absorb lateral shock forces, and a swing arm tower that enables lateral pivoting of a pair of rear skis. A stomp plate provides stability by gripping footwear of a rider and enabling passage of moisture. A frame includes a lift bar that enables the ski bike to be lifted by ski lift.

Abstract: The WakeMX system is a specially designed BMX bike frame used for towable water sports activities. It has a uniquely designed Swing arm action that allows for “Carving” on the water to change angles of direction by the rider. It has a Quick Release system to be released from the towline, and a universal mounting track that allows the rider to attach the WakeMX system to any existing wakeboard on the market. The WakeMX is capable of completing all of the same tricks a BMX bike can do on land but converted for water sports. It feels and rides just like a BMX, just adapted to be used as a towable water sport activity. The vision is to develop an entirely new wake sport activity by bringing BMX riding to the water sports family.

Abstract: A skiing accessory comprises a support structure, a mounting arrangement and a lift member. The support structure is configured to support a user relative to a body of water. The mounting arrangement is configured to connect the support structure to a ski boom. The lift member is arranged on the support structure and configured to engage the body of water such that the support structure is raised or lifted, relative to the body of water, by the lift member as the accessory is towed. The mounting arrangement permits the support structure to be pivotally connected to the ski boom about an axis that is generally parallel to the ski boom.

Abstract: A method, system and apparatus for carrying a user including a board for supporting the user, a ground-contacting member coupled with the board, a motorized drive assembly coupled with the ground-contacting member and one or more sensors coupled with the drive assembly. In operation, the drive assembly adjusts the velocity of the ground-contacting member based on one or more distances of the board from a surface below the board as detected by the sensors. As a result, the system is able to maintain a desired velocity when ascending, descending or traversing uneven ground without the need for excessive and sometimes impossible tilting of the board.

Abstract: A skiing apparatus including a lower seat member, a lower frame member, a ski attachment member, and upper shock absorbing connector member, a lower shock absorbing connector member, and a lower storage member. The lower frame member may connect to the lower seat member. The ski attachment member may connect to the lower frame member and be adapted to be detachably connected to a ski. The upper shock absorbing connector member may connect to the lower seat member. The lower shock absorbing connector member may connect to the lower frame member. The lower storage member may connect to the lower seat member.

Abstract: A snow bike front suspension system for improving the handling and ride quality for a snow bike. The snow bike front suspension system generally includes an upper bracket attached to the upper legs of a motorcycle's telescopic forks, at least one support arm attached to the lower leg of the telescopic forks and a guide arm pivotally connected between the upper bracket and the support arms to maintain the alignment of the support arms.

Abstract: A skiing apparatus including an upper frame member, a lower seat member, a handle member, a lower frame, a ski attachment member, an upper shock absorbing connector member, and a lower shock absorbing connector member. The lower seat member has a medial portion connected to the upper frame member. The handle member is connected to the upper frame member in fixed relation to the lower seat member. The lower frame member is connected to the lower seat member. The ski attachment member is connected to the lower frame member and adapted to be detachably connected to a ski. The upper shock absorbing connector member is connected to the lower seat member. The lower shock absorbing connector member is connected to the lower frame member.

Abstract: A snow skiing apparatus which may include an upper frame member, a lower seat member connected to the upper frame member, a handle member connected to the upper frame member, a lower frame member connected to the upper frame member, and a ski attachment member connected to the lower frame member and adapted to be detachably connected to a ski.

Abstract: A steering sled board includes a supporting board for supporting a center of mass of a rider and a steering control which includes a steering board aligned with and movably coupled in front the supporting board in an inline manner, wherein the steering board is self-rotatable with respect to the supporting board and is arranged in such a manner that when the steering board is controllably shifted at a rotatable angle, said supporting board is correspondingly turned at a steering angle.

Abstract: A steering sled board includes a supporting board for supporting a center of mass of a rider and a steering control which includes a steering board aligned with and movably coupled in front the supporting board in an inline manner, wherein the steering board is self-rotatable with respect to the supporting board and is arranged in such a manner that when the steering board is controllably shifted at a rotatable angle, said supporting board is correspondingly turned at a steering angle.

Abstract: A snow vehicle propelled by gravitation has a frame supported by four posts attached to four skis. The two rear skis are attached to the supporting posts using hinges with one degree of liberty. The two front skis are rigidly attached to the support posts and the posts are attached to the frame at a 45 degree angle using hinges with two degrees of liberty. Two linear actuators are attached to the frame and to the rear of the front skis using hinges with two degrees of liberty. The actuators are remotely controlled by a human using an on board computerized steering/braking controller that works in such a manner as to replicate the human wedge style of skiing (a.k.a. plow skiing).

Abstract: A steering sled board includes a supporting board for supporting a center of mass of a rider and a steering control which includes a steering board aligned with and movably coupled in front the supporting board in an inline manner, wherein the steering board is self-rotatable with respect to the supporting board and is arranged in such a manner that when the steering board is controllably shifted at a rotatable angle, said supporting board is correspondingly turned at a steering angle.

Abstract: A replaceable nose section is provided for use on a rideable snow sled wherein the nose section comprises a support structure which can be easily fitted to a snow sled, and a flexible, resilient nose section shell which is adapted to be fitted to the support structure. The support structure can be easily removed and replaced on the snow sled by the use of hooks and spring-loaded clasps, or the like, which attach to the handlebars and/or handlebar or steering assemblies of the snow sled. As such, the nose section can be easily removed from the support structure and/or the support structure can be easily removed from the snow sled. This facilitates replacement of the nose section on the snow sled.

Abstract: A snow sled has a seating portion having a lower portion that is configured to slide on snow. The sled also includes a steering portion formed separately from the seating portion and having a ski support, a single front ski, and an arm having opposing ends that are pivotably coupled to the ski support and the front ski. The sled further includes a steering mechanism pivotably coupling the seating portion and the ski support of the steering portion. The pivotable couplings between the arm and the ski support and the front ski, together with the pivotable couplings between the steering mechanism and the seating portion and the ski support, are configured to allow for the front ski to be folded and stored under the seating portion. A braking member can also be provided at each end of the opposing ends of the ski support.

Abstract: Skibobs are disclosed having features for conveying the skibob with rider on a moving chairlift while the rider remains mounted on the seat of the skibob. The frame and suspension are configured for elevating the underside of the skibob seat above the level of the chairlift bench during loading, so that the chairlift bench, while moving forward from behind the rider, can pick up the skibob, rider and all, and carry the mounted rider up the ski slope without falling. As the undercarriage of the skibob is lifted off the snow, the rider is deposited on the chairlift bench so that the seat of the skibob is secured in place by the weight of the rider on the seat.

Abstract: Skibobs are disclosed having features for conveying the skibob with rider on a moving chairlift while the rider remains mounted on the seat of the skibob. The frame and suspension are configured for elevating the underside of the skibob seat above the level of the chairlift bench during loading, so that the chairlift bench, while moving forward from behind the rider, can pick up the skibob, rider and all, and carry the mounted rider up the ski slope without falling. As the undercarriage of the skibob is lifted off the snow, the rider is deposited on the chairlift bench so that the seat of the skibob is secured in place by the weight of the rider on the seat.

Abstract: Skibobs are disclosed having features for conveying the skibob with rider on a moving chairlift while the rider remains mounted on the seat of the skibob. The frame and suspension are configured for elevating the underside of the skibob seat above the level of the chairlift bench during loading, so that the chairlift bench, while moving forward from behind the rider, can pick up the skibob, rider and all, and carry the mounted rider up the ski slope without falling. As the undercarriage of the skibob is lifted off the snow, the rider is deposited on the chairlift bench so that the seat of the skibob is secured in place by the weight of the rider on the seat.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to snowmobiles. More particularly, the present invention relates to skis for a snowmobile.

Abstract: A snowmobile includes a vehicle body, a track belt, an engine, a left-and-right pair of skis, a suspension mechanism, and a steering mechanism. The track belt is located on a lower portion of the vehicle body. The engine drives the track belt. The suspension mechanism is a mechanism arranged to support the pair of skis so as to move in a vertical direction with respect to the vehicle body, and to support the pair of skis in an associated manner so that one of the skis moves downwards relative to the vehicle body when the other ski moves upwards relative to the vehicle body. The steering mechanism is a mechanism arranged to steer the pair of skis.

Abstract: A kneeling/sledding snow board apparatus provides a retention device connecting to a gliding board. The retention device has a tray mounted to a mounting device connected possibly with snow board binding connections. The tray receives a knee pad having a seat extension extending up from a mid portion of the knee pad. Cutouts allow the rider's legs to extend therethrough. A lap and knee straps restrain the legs of a rider along with vee straps. The tray preferably tapers upwardly and outwardly from a base to provide somewhat of a U-shaped cross section which may assist in deflecting snow and providing increased comfort to a rider.

Abstract: A snow vehicle includes a vehicle body, an arm member supported with respect to the vehicle body, a knuckle supported with respect to the arm member at a predetermined support point, a coupling unit arranged to couple the knuckle to the arm member, a ski member, and a ski coupling unit. The ski coupling unit couples the ski member to the knuckle such that the ski member pivots about a pitching axis with respect to the knuckle, the pitching axis extends in a width direction of the ski member. The pitching axis is disposed such that, when the vehicle is in a reference attitude of being placed on a horizontal surface, a horizontal distance from the pitching axis to a reference normal directed to the horizontal surface from the support point is shorter than a horizontal distance from the pitching axis to a steering axis.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sledge (1) having a plurality of segments (1a, 1b, 1c) connected to one another. Each segment (1a, 1b, 1c) has at least one runner (3a). A flexible, central holding element is led through all segments (1a, 1b, 1c) through an opening.

Abstract: A snow sled is provided for use on snow. The sled has a seating portion having a lower portion that is configured to slide on snow, and an upper portion that has a membrane for supporting a person, the seating portion including a frame that defines the upper and lower portions. The sled also includes a steering portion formed separately from the seating portion and having a ski support, a single front ski, and an arm having opposing ends that are pivotably coupled to the ski support and the front ski. The sled further includes a steering mechanism pivotably coupling the seating portion and the ski support of the steering portion. The pivotable couplings between the arm and the ski support and the front ski, together with the pivotable couplings between the steering mechanism and the seating portion and the ski support, are configured to allow for the front ski to be folded and stored under the seating portion. A braking member can also be provided at each end of the opposing ends of the ski support.

Abstract: A vehicle for use on the snow or other surfaces includes a frame and a fork assembly pivotally connected to the frame. The fork assembly is pivotally connected to a front board, and the frame is connected to a rear board. An inverted and reversed skateboard truck is used to connect the fork assembly to the front board. A biasing member urges the front board into a nose up angle. The frame is connected to the rear board by a U-shaped stay mount, and a shock absorber is connected between the frame and the stay mount. The combined front and rear boards have the shape of a snowboard.

Abstract: Skibobs are disclosed having features for conveying the skibob with rider on a moving chairlift while the rider remains mounted on the seat of the skibob. The frame and suspension are configured for elevating the underside of the skibob seat above the level of the chairlift bench during loading, so that the chairlift bench, while moving forward from behind the rider, can pick up the skibob, rider and all, and carry the mounted rider up the ski slope without falling. As the undercarriage of the skibob is lifted off the snow, the rider is deposited on the chairlift bench so that the seat of the skibob is secured in place by the weight of the rider on the seat.

Abstract: A replaceable nose section is provided for use on a rideable snow sled wherein the nose section comprises a support structure which can be easily fitted to a snow sled, and a flexible, resilient nose section shell which is adapted to be fitted to the support structure. The support structure can be easily removed and replaced on the snow sled by the use of hooks and spring-loaded clasps, or the like, which attach to the handlebars and/or handlebar or steering assemblies of the snow sled. As such, the nose section can be easily removed from the support structure and/or the support structure can be easily removed from the snow sled. This facilitates replacement of the nose section on the snow sled.

Abstract: Skibobs are disclosed having features for conveying the skibob with rider on a moving chairlift while the rider remains mounted on the seat of the skibob. The frame and suspension are configured for elevating the underside of the skibob seat above the level of the chairlift bench during loading, so that the chairlift bench, while moving forward from behind the rider, can pick up the skibob, rider and all, and carry the mounted rider up the ski slope without falling. As the undercarriage of the skibob is lifted off the snow, the rider is deposited on the chairlift bench so that the seat of the skibob is secured in place by the weight of the rider on the seat.

Abstract: The invention relates to a steerable carriage comprising two runners (1, 1?) from which an upwardly oriented strut (2, 2?) respectively rises and between which a transversal cross member (17) extends in order to hold the runners (1, 1?). A seat part (10) is fixed to the transversal cross member and is supported on both sides of the runners (1, 1?) by the rear end (13) thereof, the front ends (7, 7?) of the runners being bent upwards. The transversal cross member (17) is connected to the struts (2, 2?) in an articulated manner just as the front end (37) of the seat part is held on the cross member in an articulated manner in such a way that it can be rotated about the central longitudinal axis (36) thereof in the centre of the cross member (17), the seat part (10) thus being able to be tilted along the central longitudinal axis thereof (36).

Abstract: A vehicle for transporting a person, in particular a disabled person, has a plurality of skis or other ground engaging elements for movement with respect to the ground. A support structure is provided with a seat, a support for the limbs of the vehicle user, a mechanism for steering the vehicle. A companion to the vehicle user is supported separate from the seat and from the skis, and connection element or base to which the support structure and at least one of the ground engaging elements are attached in an oscillating manner to take inclined positions with respect to the base connecting element.

Abstract: A motorized vehicle is of a type which is used to travel on snow and which is equipped with at least one ski and one caterpillar track. The motorized vehicle comprises: handlebars (2) which are solidly connected to a chassis (3) of the vehicle (1); a pair of skis (4) which are solidly connected to the chassis (3) and which are not symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal and transverse axes thereof, the width of each ski decreasing from front to rear and the outer side (5) being curvilinear; and a platform (6) for a standing user, the width of the platform being greater than the maximum distance separating the two skis (4).

Abstract: A description is given of a ski sledge having a swiveling front ski (1) with steering means (6), two essentially mutually parallel rear skis (2, 3) and a seat (4) connected via one or more rods (7) to the steering means, where the rear skis (2, 3) are connected to the sledge by means of a parallelogram arrangement.

Abstract: A vehicle includes a semi-active suspension including suspension dampers controllably adjustable in accordance with electronic stability control commands and ride and handling commands. Vehicle steering response states, turning direction states and vehicle dynamics states are binary coded in respective state variables and suspension control calibrations are binary coded in calibration words. Integrity and security of state variables and calibration words are ensured in efficient binary digit resource allocation schemes.

Abstract: A snow bike has a frame which can be either a custom frame or an existing bicycle frame. A pair of footrests consisting of two rods extending perpendicularly from the frame at a location usually set for the pedal means of a bicycle provides a user with a way of resting his feet while using the snow bike.

Abstract: The Snow Ski-Bike comprises a main frame similar to the ones used on today's downhill type mountain bikes. It features a suspension system and ski pivot assembly removably connected to the main frame. The main frame does not incorporate a drive system or form of self propulsion as it is primarily designed to be carried to the top of the mountain by ski lift. The ski pivot assemblies are each equipped with horizontal return pivot shocks, hydraulically controlled brakes, and dual retractable traction fins for each ski. These components will serve as an integral part which will support The Snow Ski-Bike main frame on the snow covered ground. This provides a versatile arrangement that suitably combines stability, agility, and the ability to reach high speeds on various types of snow or ice covered terrains.

Abstract: A snow sled comprising a seating portion that includes a lightweight space frame having a suspension-type seat stretched among the space frame. The sled further includes a steering portion and articulated steering mechanism that links the steering portion to the seating portion. The articulated steering mechanism allows the steering portion to be pivoted laterally relative to the seating portion so as to make the sled readily steerable. A pair of rear skis are removably attachable to the seating portion. The steering portion includes a ski support and a pair of front skis pivotably attached to the ski support. Chatter and movement of the front skis are dampened by a pair of boots that engage the ski support and the respective front skis.

Abstract: A snow sled for use by a seated rider includes a body section, a seat section having an underside for engaging the snow and a top side for receiving the seated rider, the seat section attached to the body section, a foot section having an underside for engaging the snow and positioned forward of the seat section when the snow sled is deployed in the riding configuration and positioned adjacent the seat section when the snow sled is retracted into the stowable configuration, and a handlebar arrangement connecting the body section to the foot section.

Abstract: A gravity powered snow vehicle employing a crank 5 and steering mechanism 4, able to twist a sliding element 21 along its length, and enabling intuitive and direct control over the vehicle to increase performance and agility. Twisting the sliding element 21 generates on its edges varying levels of bite in the snow, allowing the rider to control both speed and direction. The rider in position, holding the handlebar 4, sitting on a seat 14 or standing on foot pegs 15, similar to riding a bicycle, controls the sliding element in a way similar to how snowboarders interact with their sliding element. The vehicle's linkage and architecture allows the sliding element 21 to flex. The vehicle has a collapsible configuration, facilitating transport and access to ascending systems, and their related receptacles, used at ski resorts.

Abstract: Skibobs are disclosed having features for conveying the skibob with rider on a moving chairlift while the rider remains mounted on the seat of the skibob. The frame and suspension are configured for elevating the underside of the skibob seat above the level of the chairlift bench during loading, so that the chairlift bench, while moving forward from behind the rider, can pick up the skibob, rider and all, and carry the mounted rider up the ski slope without falling. As the undercarriage of the skibob is lifted off the snow, the rider is deposited on the chairlift bench so that the seat of the skibob is secured in place by the weight of the rider on the seat.

Abstract: A snow-sliding vehicle including a bearing rear runner and a directional front runner to which is connected a steering column pivoting in a sleeve firmly attached to the upper end of a stiff frame connecting both runners, and the lower end of which is attached to a supporting base surmounting the bearing runner and provided for supporting the feet of the user. The front portion of said base is connected to the bearing runner by a mechanical connection providing it with clearance ostensibly perpendicular to said runner controlled by a damping device.

Abstract: A multi-edge snowboard includes multiple boards with attached bindings. A pivot mechanism that connects the bindings to the boards rotates each board, so that each board can provide an active edge that engages the snow during turning or stopping. The increase in the number of active edges relative to a conventional snowboard improves the performance of the multi-edge snowboard, while the binding structure retains the feel of a conventional snowboard.

Abstract: A land sail-propelled vehicle includes a one-piece molded body defining a seat in a top surface thereof. At least one tubular rear axle guide is bonded to, or molded into, a rear portion of the body. A rear axle assembly, including at least one rear axle, is removably insertable into the at least one rear axle guide. A tubular port is bonded to, or molded into, a front portion of the body. A steering assembly is removably insertable into the port. Tires, ice blades, or the like are attachable to the ends of the rear axle assembly and steering assembly so as to engage an underlying solid surface. A sail assembly is detachably connected to the steering assembly to propel the vehicle.

Abstract: A snow bike has a frame which can be either a custom frame or an existing bicycle frame. A pair of footrests consisting of two rods extending perpendicularly from the frame at a location usually set for the pedal means of a bicycle provides a user with a way of resting his feet while using the snow bike.