Abstract: A toboggan (10) includes a front section (30) that is selectively connectable to a rear section (32) by a connector (34). The connector (34) includes a plurality of laterally spaced and vertically offset tenons (70) that are carried by the front section (30) and a plurality of corresponding mortises (72) that are carried by rear section (32). A pair of bolts (80) removably extend through sections (30, 32). The forward portion of front section (30) is selectively configurable into a forward curved portion (12). Forward curved portion (12) is held in a curved configuration by a rope (36) that extends about the perimeter of toboggan (10), through a plurality of channels (50). Each end (52, 54) of the rope (36) has a knot (56, 58) that is selectively retained by a slotted knot retainer (60) carried by the front section (30). When the rope (36) is disconnected from the knot retainers (60), the front section (30) returns to its normal flat configuration.

Abstract: A furniture slide for placement between an object to be moved and the flooring over which it is to be moved. The slide is formed of an elongate sheet of flexible material having opposing ends and side walls joining said opposing ends when viewed in plan. The sheet has opposing faces when viewed in side with one of the faces for abutting support and sliding contact with a floor surface and the other face having a compressible material fixed thereon for an abutting support contact with an object to be moved. A hole and grommet are formed on one or both ends of the sheet of material for applying force for movement of the slide. Preferably, the ends of the slide are substantially arcuate in configuration from side wall to side wall. The sheet of material preferably comprises a plastic material, preferably high density polyethylene material, and said compressible material comprises a rubber material.

Abstract: A two-piece apparatus for sliding over a surface. The device includes forward and rear runners connected by a linkage which allows a user to increase deviation of the runners from a horizontal plane at the same time that a deviation from the longitudinal axis of the apparatus occurs. Thus, the user can tilt or edge the runners at the same time that a turn is being implemented. The board provides a narrower waist section than the leading or trailing sections on each of the forward and rear runners. In addition, at maximum articulation of the runners, a substantially smooth arc is formed along the inner edge of the runners so that optimal cornering and shorter radii may be achieved. Preferably, each of the runners includes a set of fins along a rearward edge so that the device may bite into the surface more aggressively.

Abstract: A new Portable Tree Holding Device for creatively and innovatively holding a Christmas tree or the like in a vertical upright position. The inventive device includes a snow sled with runners, a water cup, a cup support supported by a support base, and sled boards with internal arcuate ends and internal arcuate sides. An object of the present invention is to provide a new Portable Tree Holding Device that is capable of watering the tree to keep it fresh while providing a clever, new, ornamental look.

Abstract: A sled worn on the body during sledding. The sled comprises a seat component and a leg component, both of which are ergonomically configured to correspond to the shape of the human body. The leg component is pivotally attached to the seat component to enable it to reciprocate from an upward walking position to a downward sledding position. The leg component includes an upturned distal portion to allow the device to ride over small obstacles and bumps in the sledding path.

Abstract: An evacuation or rescue device for a bed-ridden or non-ambulatory person adapted to quickly secure the person to a movable underlying mattress or the like comprises two sheets deployable one from the head-end and one from the foot-end. When deployed the head-end sheet meets the foot-end sheet over the persons chest or abdomen; the head-end sheet having an opening for the head. The two sheets, which are interconnected underneath the mattress, are then tightened downwardly over the long sides of the mattress by means of looped ropes pulled one from the head-end side and the other from the foot-end side. The ropes are self cleating when tightened and quickly secure the person in readiness for rescue and evacuation by a single individual if necessary.

Abstract: An improved sled for recreational use. The sled comprises a support member which is formed in the shape of a seat to accommodate a rider in an upright position. The support member has handholds at either edge for the rider to grasp. A block of ice is coupled to the bottom side of the support member. The ice is held in place by an adjustable retention member. The retention member is made up of two support blocks which are rigidly attached to the support member. A compression block is adjustably connected to each of the support blocks by means of a locking screw disposed through the support blocks. As the screw is turned, the compression blocks move inwardly clamping the ice. In alternative embodiments of the retention member, the locking screws are replaced by springs which automatically force the support blocks inward and pieces of flexible foam rubber are used to hold the ice block in place.

Abstract: A recreational cross-country sled assembly includes a standard sled and a kit adapting the sled for transporting children and equipment over snow-covered terrain while nordic skiing. The kit includes a towing harness system for interconnecting the sled and skier torso, and a seat and frame structure for mounting on the sled. The towing harness system includes an elongated towing structure in the form of a pair of towing poles, being pivotally coupled to the sled, and a belt to be worn by a skier and to which the towing poles are attached for pulling the sled. The kit also includes sets of carrying straps with releasable connecting elements for attachment on the sides of the sled to be used to hold equipment. The seat and frame structure includes a U-shaped frame member supported in an inverted, inclined relationship to a top portion of the sled by an upright frame member, and a seat cover and cushion mounted by inclined U-shaped frame member in overlying relation to the top portion of the sled.

Abstract: An improved sled provides a support member having an ice block removably coupled to its underside. The ice block is coupled to the support member by an adjustable retention means. A pair of support blocks are connected to the underside of the support member and have threaded holes disposed therethrough. Locking screws are placed through each of the holes, and are coupled to compression blocks. As the locking screws are turned, the compression blocks move inwardly, thereby gripping the ice block. As the ice melts, the locking screws can be tightened, so as to maintain a firm grip on the ice. In the preferred embodiment, the support member is formed in the shape of a seat.

Abstract: Ski device having two ski members interconnected to a support. The connection is realized by at least two pivot arms, a front one and a rear one. The front pivot arm is shorter than the rear one while the front pivot point is nearer to the axis of the vehicle than the rear pivot point of each ski member.

Abstract: A sports board for surfing, snow sledding, and other sports, has a shaped polyethylene foam core to which a polyethylene film/polyethylene foam sheet laminate is heat laminated over substantially all the surfaces of the core. Frictional resistance between the board and surfaces on which the board is used is reduced, and the slick film outer skin provides an impervious outer surface to the board which resists puncturing and water absorption by the board.