Holders, Supports, Steadying Devices Patents (Class 43/21.2)
  • Patent number: 11851141
    Abstract: The utility model discloses a marine mounting part, and relates to the field of a marine accessory. A main body thereof is a mounting part, and the mounting part is provided with a mounting base and an accessory mounting portion, characterized in that the mounting base is provided with a quick connector, and the mounting base and the accessory mounting portion are movably connected through the quick connector. The quick connector is easy and flexible to operate, and the mounting base and the accessory mounting portion are connected through the quick connector, so that the user can easily and quickly dismount and replace the accessory mounting portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2023
    Assignee: NINGBO KAYAKA SPORTS CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Bingrui Chen
  • Patent number: 11793184
    Abstract: A fishing rod holder device may include a cradle for cradling a portion of the fishing rod and defining a channel for receiving the portion of the rod, a saddle on the cradle and being configured to engage a portion of the reel of a fishing rod assembly when the rod of the fishing rod assembly is positioned in the cradle, and a rod retaining structure on the cradle and being configured to removably secure the rod of the fishing rod assembly in the cradle. The rod retaining structure may have a blocking condition and a releasing condition. The blocking condition may be characterized by the rod retaining structure blocking movement of a rod out of the channel, and the releasing condition may be characterized by the rod retaining structure permitting movement of the rod out of the channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2023
    Inventor: Darrell E. Carter
  • Patent number: 11490608
    Abstract: A fishing rod butt includes a tubular member defining a proximal end and a distal end. The distal end of the tubular member is configured to be coupled with a fishing rod. A gimbal assembly is supported at the proximal end of the tubular member. The gimbal assembly includes a gimbal rotatably coupled with the proximal end of the tubular member. The gimbal allows the tubular member to rotate with respect to the gimbal. A washer is arranged between the proximal end of the tubular member and the gimbal. The washer prevents the proximal end of the tubular member from directly contacting the gimbal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2022
    Inventor: Ethan Klawansky
  • Patent number: 11051502
    Abstract: A fishing rod holder for holding a fishing rod to an environmental supporting object, such as a watercraft. The fishing rod holder may include a body having a trough to receive the fishing rod, a collar rotatable to entrap the rod within the trough.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2021
    Inventor: Luther Cifers
  • Patent number: 11026412
    Abstract: A fishing bucket (1) having one or more fishing rod holders (7) secured to a sidewall (4) of a bucket (2) in a manner that does not penetrate or weaken the sidewall, thereby still allowing the bucket to be utilized for transport and storage of fishing equipment and more importantly for holding water, bait, caught fish and so forth while fishing without leaking. The fishing bucket is ideal for anglers who need to carry/haul fishing gear to a desired fishing spot and need a fishing pole and live bait/fish holder while fishing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2021
    Inventor: Fermin A. Diaz
  • Patent number: 10899418
    Abstract: A channel rod extension that provides access to the flexible cord through an opening of the extension, thereby allowing a user to quickly customize a length of the flexible cord and, accordingly, to quickly customize a dimension of the flexible cord-based system. The channel rod extension system includes an elongated extension with a discontinuous outer wall, forming a channel within which a flexible cord is received. A retainer made of a material having a high coefficient of friction surmounts the elongated extension to secure the flexible cord in place. To extend a dimension of the flexible cord-based system, the flexible cord is stretched and retained in place via the retainer, thereby elongating a dimension of the flexible cord-based system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 26, 2021
    Inventor: Matthew D. Muzzio
  • Patent number: 10798930
    Abstract: A fishing rod holder for holding a plurality of fishing rods during transportation is disclosed. The fishing rod holder comprises a plate, a plurality of brackets mounted to the plate and a plurality of tubes mounted at an angle facing upward to the plate. Each of the plurality of tubes comprises a fishing rod receiving section. The plurality of brackets is mounted to a pickup bed of a vehicle. Each of the plurality of fishing rods is received in the fishing rod receiving section to hold the plurality of fishing rods firmly during transportation. A fishing rod holder provided on a rooftop of a vehicle is also disclosed. In this embodiment the fishing rod holder comprises a base plate, connectors at an angle on the base plate, a plurality of tubes mounted to the connectors and a fishing rod receiving section to hold a plurality of fishing rods. This embodiment serving the same purpose as the aforementioned embodiment but now mountable on different types of vehicles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2020
    Inventors: Gustavo Rodriguez, Angelica Rodriguez
  • Patent number: 10709124
    Abstract: The Pole Minder is a multi-purpose fishing pole holder for use on a boat or dock with a specially designed twist over other rod holders. 1. When used on a boat, the Pole Minder can a. Hold a fishing rod upright for travel b. Hold a fishing rod angled upward over the side of the boat for trolling c. Hold a fishing rod angled upward for the perfect strike indication angle 2. When used on a dock, or mounted to a stake by your favorite river or lake, the Pole Minder can a. Hold your fishing pole upright while you rig your bait or tie on your next rig b. Hold your fishing pole at the perfect strike indication angle 3. When used at the beach, the Pole Minder can act as a surf fishing pole holder, when mounted to a long stake or tube This multi-purpose need, the unique design the Pole Minder encompasses, was encountered by its creators on many of their fishing trips. Unable to find an adequate solution on the market, the Pole Minder was born.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2020
    Inventors: Douglas James Badger, Shane Patrick Welch
  • Patent number: 10568313
    Abstract: A fishing rod holder system for easily transporting, storing, and/or using fishing rods, including one or more rod holding members mounted to a frame. The one or more rod holding members can be attachable/detachable and swivelable/rotatable about a receiving member. In some embodiments, the positions of the one or more rod holding members can be fixed or adjustable with respect to the frame. Further, the rod holding members are substantially hollow tubes for receiving the handle of a fishing rod, wherein the rod holding members may include various configurations of notches and/or slots for engaging with the fishing rod/reel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2020
    Inventor: Nathanial Brent Erdmann
  • Patent number: 10499623
    Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a transformer device that attaches to a paddle for fishing. The device may attach to a single or double ended paddle. In any embodiment, the device includes a reel mount that enables a fishing reel to be mounted to the shaft of a paddle. The device also includes a rod mount that removably attaches to a shaft of a paddle. In one embodiment, the reel mount and the rod mount are independently attachable and positionable along a paddle shaft. The rod mount can removably accept and secure a fishing rod including guides for fishing line. One or more rods can be interchangeably coupled to the rod mount. In another embodiment, the rod mount includes a catch for retaining a rod within a ferrule of the rod mount. The device is attachable to a typical paddle to permit fishing while a user propels a watercraft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2019
    Inventor: Ronald C. Shiflett, Jr.
  • Patent number: 10470452
    Abstract: A new type of device that can be used in fishing. This device keeps a fishing rod upright and in place ensuring that the entire fishing rod and reel isn't taken by a fish. The device consists of a circular metallic weight, which is placed flat on the ground or an even surface. An upright and hollow aluminum tubing is welded on top of the weight. The aluminum tubing has 4 eye bolts inserted into it, which are designed to keep the fishing pole upright and in place without movement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2019
    Inventor: Florin Robert Mandroiu
  • Patent number: 10362775
    Abstract: A fishing rod holder is presented that can include: a base that mounts on to a boat seat or the gunwale of the boat; a positioning mechanism coupled to the base which allows the rod holder to rotate about an axis so that the rod can be angled in any direction from the boat; a tilting mechanism movably coupled to the base, so that the fishing rod can be angled along a vertical axis; a curved upper portion into which the handle of the fishing rod is inserted. The rod is then pushed against a clamping mechanism with elongated shoulders that rotate downward and hold the rod in place.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2019
    Inventor: Jason Begin
  • Patent number: 10206382
    Abstract: This invention relates to hand cast fishing apparatus which may support a conventional fishing reel to provide the benefits that a fishing reel provides combined with the simplicity and relative compactness of hand cast fishing apparatus. For this purpose the fishing apparatus provides a handpiece supporting a line guide for direct finger monitoring of the set fishing line and from which the line may be hand cast. The fishing reel of choice is attached to a mounting which extends from the handpiece and mounts to the user's forearm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2019
    Inventor: John Francis Rich
  • Patent number: 10159233
    Abstract: A combination paddle and fishing rod device is disclosed. The device may incorporate a single ended paddle or double ended paddle. In any embodiment, the device allows a fishing reel to be mounted to the shaft of the paddle. The shaft forms a portion of the fishing rod supporting one or more eyelets for guiding fishing line from a fishing reel mounted to the shaft. In one embodiment, the eyelets are connected to the shaft and or an oar blade. In another embodiment, a short fishing rod section having one or more eyelets is connected to the shaft. The device is configured to permit fishing while a user propels a watercraft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2018
    Inventor: Ronald C. Shiflett, Jr.
  • Patent number: 9986725
    Abstract: A combination paddle and fishing rod device is disclosed. The device may incorporate a single ended paddle or double ended paddle. In any embodiment, the device allows a fishing reel to be mounted to the shaft of the paddle. The shaft forms a portion of the fishing rod supporting one or more eyelets for guiding fishing line from a fishing reel mounted to the shaft. In one embodiment, the eyelets are connected to the shaft and or an oar blade. In another embodiment, a short fishing rod section having one or more eyelets is connected to the shaft. The device is configured to permit fishing while a user propels a watercraft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2018
    Inventor: Ronald C. Shiflett, Jr.
  • Patent number: 9756840
    Abstract: A trolling assembly structured to protect at least a portion of a fishing line from water-borne debris while trolling in a body of water from a boat includes a first positioning assembly attached to the boat and being adjustable to facilitate positioning the portion of the fishing line in a first predetermined spaced relation to the boat, and a second positioning assembly interconnected to the first positioning assembly and being positionable to facilitate positioning the portion of the fishing line in a second predetermined spaced relation to the boat. The trolling assembly also includes a shield assembly, interconnected to the second positioning assembly, which is structured to releasably retain the portion of the fishing line below a surface of the body of water while trolling, and to protect at least the portion of the fishing line from water-borne debris while trolling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2017
    Inventors: John M. Hernandez, Adolfo Martinez
  • Patent number: 9675057
    Abstract: Disclosed is a fishing rod holder that permits the fishing rod to pivot itself, so that the bait can stay relatively stable in the water when fishing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2017
    Inventor: Justin Vannieuwenhoven
  • Patent number: 9382725
    Abstract: This invention provides for an apparatus for securing corners or edges of a piece of fabric that is used for covering ground surfaces. The apparatus includes a clip for gripping the piece of fabric and a stake with a spike for anchoring the apparatus into the ground surfaces. When a user presses rear ends of the clip, the stake and the spike would be released such that the apparatus could be anchored to the ground surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2016
    Inventor: Edward Kaplan
  • Patent number: 9220251
    Abstract: A fishing rod holder assembly includes a holding member for receiving and holding a fishing rod, and a support member comprising a substantially flat mounting section for positioning on a surface, and a supporting section angled in relation to the mounting section. A receiving member is rotatably connected to the supporting section and has a first opening formed therein for receiving and engaging the holding member, such that the holding member can be positioned at a desired angle relative to the surface by rotating the receiving member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2015
    Inventor: Danny Lee Davis
  • Patent number: 9173387
    Abstract: A twist grip drive handle outrigger device having a locking mechanism for use on a fishing vessel having a first tubular member for holding of an outrigger pole, which is rotatably journaled to a second tubular member that is mounted to a fixed structure. The second tubular member houses a twist grip drive handle assembly that allows manual rotation of the outrigger pole. The driver assembly constructed and arranged to provide an unlocked condition by the twisting of the handle thereby allowing adjustment of the outrigger pole upon rotation of the first tubular member. The rotation of the first tubular member allows for movement of the outrigger pole from a stowage position to a trolling position and vice versa.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2015
    Assignee: Rupp Marine, Inc.
    Inventor: Scott Rupp
  • Patent number: 9161523
    Abstract: The floatable, universally mountable fishing rod holder has base incorporating a rod holder for holding the handle of a fishing rod, a floatable portion for floating the fishing rod holder should the fishing rod holder fall into water so it can be recovered, and a plurality of mountings for mounting the fishing rod holder to any of a deck, a dock, a boat, a railing, a post, any of a 2?×4? to 2?×8? lumber, over a T joint formed between two perpendicular rails, railings or posts, whether vertically or horizontally oriented, as well as to ground. Said mountings include one or more clamps, straps, a deck plate and ground engaging stake and fasteners and wing nuts for attachment to the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2015
    Inventor: James R. Conry
  • Patent number: 9072287
    Abstract: A device to hold a fishing rod or a similarly-shaped object. The holder has a generally cylindrical shape with a longitudinal upper opening, whereby the edges of the opening can be drawn together and the diameter of the cylindrical holder decreased, so as to hold generally cylindrical-shaped objects, such as a fishing rod, of varying diameters. The holder can have a stem which can be received by a bore in a mounting bracket that allows the holder to rotate. A nub on the stem fits into slots in the bore, so that the holder can be fixed in one position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2015
    Inventor: Robert Charles Holzer
  • Publication number: 20150128476
    Abstract: This invention relates to hand cast fishing apparatus which may support a conventional fishing reel to provide the benefits that a fishing reel provides combined with the simplicity and relative compactness of hand cast fishing apparatus. For this purpose the fishing apparatus provides a handpiece supporting a line guide for direct finger monitoring of the set fishing line and from which the line may be hand cast. The fishing reel of choice is attached to a mounting which extends from the handpiece and mounts to the user's forearm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2014
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Inventor: John Francis RICH
  • Patent number: 8997395
    Abstract: A fishing pole holder mount for mounting to a watercraft or other structure that is capable of holding more than one fishing pole at the same time, wherein the fishing pole holders are horizontally and vertically repositionable relative to one another and the base of the fishing pole holder mount. The fishing pole holder mount of the present invention also allows a user to specify the number of fishing pole holders removably attached thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Inventor: Scott Browne
  • Patent number: 8984798
    Abstract: A portable fishing aid that contains two detachable parts, the outer sleeve and the sleeve holder, wherein the outer sleeve contains a built-in audiovisual bite and alert sensor and the outer sleeve holder contains a wire basket or similar material permanently attached to a penetration spike that can be safely driven into the ground at a preferable angle and depth to withstand and support the weight of the fishing pole.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Inventor: Roger M. Mora
  • Publication number: 20150059231
    Abstract: A flotation device defining a narrow middle section, comprising a buoyant core and a shiftable fastening element, and operable to achieve a plurality of engaging configurations, so as to be coupled to a plurality of objects of differing dimension and/or shape, including fishing rods at or near their center of gravity, and assemblies composed therewith.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2014
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Inventor: Eric Williams
  • Publication number: 20150059230
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to an improved mechanism to hold fishing rods in place. The invention allows a fisherman to secure a fishing rod to secondary objects of multiple shapes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 27, 2014
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Inventors: Jerome Ennis, Trent Warren
  • Patent number: 8967396
    Abstract: A fishing rod hanging system is provided. More particularly, a hanger member including a hanger plate and a plurality of rails is provided. The rails generally extend in a first direction from the hanger plate, and can have different lengths. Fastener holes and/or integrated fastener members are provided on the rails. The fastener holes and/or integrated fastener members can be adapted to hold sections of a fishing rod. An accessory package can also be provided that is attached to ends of the fishing rod sections opposite ends attached to the hanger member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: Wright & McGill Co.
    Inventor: Alan G. Noraker
  • Patent number: 8966808
    Abstract: An apparatus for coupling a fishing rod to a reel comprises a rod mount for attachment to a reel seat of a fishing pole and a first body defining a first attachment portion. A reel mount includes a rod seat for attachment to a fishing reel and a second body having a second attachment portion configured to be selectively and releasably attached to the first attachment portion of the first body. A support arm includes a retaining portion configured to be selectively and releasably attached to the reel mount. A latch is coupled to the reel mount to secure the reel mount to the rod mount and is configured for being movable from a first position where the rod mount is secured to the reel mount to a second position where the rod mount can be separated from the reel mount.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Inventor: Rex H. Huang
  • Publication number: 20150040462
    Abstract: A fishing rod retainer is disclosed, the retainer having a retainer body with one or more surfaces forming a perimeter. At least two openings are disposed within the surface and extending into the retainer, each opening forming a channel. A line retention groove extends at least partially along the surface, the retention groove configured to receive a portion of fishing line when the retainer is in use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2014
    Publication date: February 12, 2015
    Inventor: RODNEY TJEERDSMA
  • Patent number: 8943739
    Abstract: A portable fishing-equipment organizer with a tubular outer frame and a mounting pane attached to the frame. At least one pouch is attached to the mounting pane, along with at least one spike-shaped rod holder that may be detachably mounted. A telescoping tripod may be attached to the frame. When the organizer is carried, the tripod may be collapsed. When the tripod is extended, the organizer may be self standing, with the pouches at a convenient height for access. The organizer may be carried by one or more shoulder straps that may have pouches attached to them.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2015
    Inventor: Theodore D. Blake, III
  • Publication number: 20150000177
    Abstract: The present invention is concerned with an improved rod holder, particularly a gunwale rod holder, particularly for use in sports fishing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2012
    Publication date: January 1, 2015
    Inventor: Michael John William LINEY
  • Publication number: 20140366427
    Abstract: hose holder for a boat, or for another object upon which contact with a hose is undesirable, is a shaped rigid rod provided with a means for suspending the rod close to its midpoint, the shape created by bending each end of the rod into a helix. The rod is smaller in diameter than a common garden hose. The helices have a common, horizontal axis with an inner diameter larger than such a hose. The means for suspending the rod is above the outer diameter of the helices. Other embodiments utilize non-helical rod shapes to support the hose.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2014
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventor: R. Cle Baker, III
  • Publication number: 20140360086
    Abstract: A fishing rod holder 10 includes a tubular receiver 18 for receiving a fishing rod and reel. The receiver 18 includes a longitudinal slot 26 extending downwardly from an open top 22 to intersect with a transverse slot 28. The transverse slot includes curved upper edges 34 that form hooks 36 at the intersection of the slot ends 32 and the slot upper edges 34 thereby to capture the arm of a fishing reel therein to retain the fishing reel and associated fishing rod within the holder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2014
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Inventor: Steven Mark Finlan
  • Publication number: 20140352196
    Abstract: An improved fishing rod holder comprises: a vertical stake capable of inserting into the ground; a bracket connected substantially perpendicular to that stake; a plurality of prongs affixed to the bracket, at least one prong opening in a first direction and another prong opening in an opposite direction, said prongs adapted for holding a fishing rod. The holder further includes a magnetic connector affixed along the bracket and bobber element that has a magnetic head connect at one end, a fishing line guidance shaft at the opposite end and a signal bell adjacent the line guidance shaft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2014
    Publication date: December 4, 2014
    Inventor: James A. Copeland
  • Publication number: 20140331543
    Abstract: A system, kit and method for organizing and securing devices such as ice fishing equipment, in a cylindrical receptacle. The system includes at least one web, but preferably includes two webs of material having different diameters but each having an array of apertures such that when aligned and placed in a receptacle, the two webs may be used to support and carry items in a secure and organized fashion. Further contemplated are other mountable devices capable of holding elongate items for attachment to the cylindrical receptacle and/or a wall mount.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2014
    Publication date: November 13, 2014
    Inventor: Robin Hancock
  • Patent number: 8881668
    Abstract: A flush mount fishing rod holder has a tubular rod holding tube adapted to be received through an opening in a panel of a watercraft, a mounting flange surrounding the top end the rod holding tube. An attachment member on the upper surface of the mounting flange has an upwardly extending curved portion defining a pad eye opening therebetween and an attachment point for connecting a flexible tether line attached to a fishing rod supported in the holder or to other onboard to items to maintain it tethered to the watercraft and prevent accidental loss of the rod or other item should it be dropped or pulled overboard or the watercraft overturns.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2014
    Inventor: William Alan Bragman
  • Publication number: 20140317990
    Abstract: A fishing rod holder for shore-based fishing, comprising a base having two or more recesses, each recess adapted to receive a rod having a fishing rod receiving end at its top end. Mating hook and loop closures on the base and rod shafts allow the rods to be stowed against the base in a storage or transit position. A handle on one long side of the base allows easy transport. Each pair of rods features rods of two lengths: a shorter rod approximately two thirds the length of the longer rod. When the shorter rod is placed closer to the water's edge relative to the longer rod, this orientation is typically used for carp or catfish fishing. When the rod position is reversed, this orientation is suitable for bass or bluegill fishing. A second embodiment allowing multiple rods to be held at the same time is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2013
    Publication date: October 30, 2014
    Inventor: Alvan D. Spiegel
  • Publication number: 20140290115
    Abstract: To provide a better experience for ice fisherman and fisherman generally, the present inventor devised, among other things, apparatus, assemblies, components, and methods for holding a fishing device, such as a fishing rod. One exemplary apparatus includes an adjustable rod holder pivotably mounted or coupled to a base structure. The rod holder, which can be strapped or otherwise attached to one or more types of fishing rods or poles, has an adjustable center of gravity and/or an adjustable pivot point. The adjustable center of gravity and/or pivot point allows users to balance the fishing rod at various tip angles, up or down, and thus to position the rod in a way most suitable for the type of desired fish. The exemplary apparatus is particularly suitable as a replacement for the conventional tip-ups used in ice fishing, because it provides advantages of conventional rod & reel fishing with those of conventional tip-down fishing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2013
    Publication date: October 2, 2014
    Inventor: Karol R. Baugh
  • Patent number: 8839549
    Abstract: A hose holder for a boat, or for another object upon which contact with a hose is undesirable, is a shaped rigid rod provided with a means for suspending the rod close to its midpoint, the shape created by bending each end of the rod into a helix. The rod is smaller in diameter than a common garden hose. The helices have a common, horizontal axis with an inner diameter larger than such a hose. The means for suspending the rod is above the outer diameter of the helices. Other embodiments utilize non-helical rod shapes to support the hose.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2014
    Inventor: R. Cle Baker, III
  • Patent number: 8832990
    Abstract: An apparatus for fishing includes a fishing rod and a separate base unit onto which the rod can be mounted and readily removed. The rod is generally conventional and includes a reel mounted on a rod body for winding in the fishing line with a spool and a hand cranked rotor for winding the line around the spool. The base unit includes a cylindrical holding sleeve for mounting the rod body and a battery driven electric motor for driving the spool independently of the rotor by a drive shaft extending parallel to the sleeve. An adjustable pressure switch for activating the motor is connected between the holder and the base unit so that pulling force on the line pivots the holder around a pivot mount.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Inventor: Steven T. Morris
  • Patent number: 8800197
    Abstract: This invention is directed to a fishing rod holder having a generally annular mounting bezel which generally surrounds the mouth of a tube for receiving the butt of a fishing rod. The underside of the mounting bezel includes at least one blind hole or projecting mounting stud for receiving a fastener for mounting the rod holder without penetrating the exposed surface of the mounting bezel, providing an aesthetically pleasing appearance. A rod engaging member or pin engages grooves in the butt of a rod, allowing it to swivel. The amount of resistance of the rod engaging member or pin to swivel motion can be adjusted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2014
    Assignee: Tigress Trading Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Roger S. Wilcox, Scott A. Wilcox
  • Patent number: 8800196
    Abstract: An improved portable, fishing rod holder, for holding the handle of a fishing rod while it is in use and that is capable of being detachably secured to an assortment of environmental support structures, includes: (a) a container whose first end has an opening that is adapted to removably receive a fishing rod handle and whose second end has a threaded hole, (b) a threaded rod having proximal and distal ends, and a thread configuration adapted to allow this rod's proximal end to be detachably threaded into the threaded hole of the container's second end, and (c) a plurality of two-part (i.e., active and passive) clamps, each of which is capable of detachably securing this container to one of an assortment of possibly available environmental support structures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2014
    Inventor: Jacob B. Baumann
  • Publication number: 20140215891
    Abstract: The floatable, universally mountable fishing rod holder has base incorporating a rod holder for holding the handle of a fishing rod, a floatable portion for floating the fishing rod holder should the fishing rod holder fall into water so it can be recovered, and a plurality of mountings for mounting the fishing rod holder to any of a deck, a dock, a boat, a railing, a post, any of a 2?×4? to 2?×8? lumber, over a T joint formed between two perpendicular rails, railings or posts, whether vertically or horizontally oriented, as well as to ground. Said mountings include one or more clamps, straps, a deck plate and ground engaging stake and fasteners and wing nuts for attachment to the base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2013
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Inventor: James R. Conry
  • Publication number: 20140202062
    Abstract: A fishing rod holder having a spring base, rod receiver, at least one rod receiver arm and a first spring. The spring base being mountable to a secure mount. The rod receiver including a top and bottom, and an open area within the rod receiver at the top to receive a fishing rod. The at least one rod receiver arm connecting the rod receiver to the spring base, wherein the rod receiver is connected by the at least one rod receiver to the spring base such that the rod receiver can pivot to provide motion during fishing. The first spring mounted between the spring base and the rod receiver to provide resistance to movement of the rod receiver.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2013
    Publication date: July 24, 2014
    Inventor: Douglas Rogers
  • Patent number: 8783205
    Abstract: A device for converting an otherwise conventional personal watercraft or into a fishing vessel having an assembly unit releasably secured to said personal watercraft. The assembly unit having rod holders, electronics mounts, and interchangeable attachment clamps specifically designed to mount to the hull of a specific personal watercraft. A stabilizing system is also provided to stabilize the personal watercraft when traveling through the water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2014
    Inventor: Jason Kocher
  • Patent number: 8756854
    Abstract: An ice fishing alarm and light used in a fish house for alerting a fishing person of a fish strike on a bait attached to a fish line. A fishing rod having a baitcast reel is downwardly mounted on an arm assembly pivoted to a support. A switch assembly having a movable actuator accommodates the fish line whereby when a fish pulls on the fish line the actuator allows the switch assembly to connect an alarm to an electric power source causing the alarm to produce an audible sound.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2014
    Inventor: Clements B. Michaels
  • Publication number: 20140165448
    Abstract: An apparatus including a stake device for driving into a ground surface, a first device having a cavity into which a fishing rod handle can be inserted, and an alarm device. The stake device may be attached to or detached from the first device. The alarm device is triggered when the fishing rod handle is within the cavity of the first device and is sufficiently jostled as a result of a fish tugging on a fishing line connected to the fishing rod handle The first device may include a first compartment and a second compartment, wherein the first compartment fits within the second compartment, and the cavity is within the first compartment. The alarm device may include a first metal conductor attached to a periphery of the first compartment, and a second metal conductor attached to an interior of the second compartment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2014
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Inventors: Bryan Gouthro, Richard Fuchs
  • Publication number: 20140144365
    Abstract: An apparatus for mounting an accessory to a personal watercraft includes an accessory mounting assembly and a cooperating bracket.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2013
    Publication date: May 29, 2014
    Inventor: Troy Isaac
  • Publication number: 20140144064
    Abstract: An apparatus for securing a fishing rod proximate to the arm of a user comprises a strap sized to extend around an arm of a user, a block extending from the strap and a finger extending substantially tangentially from the strap proximate to the block, the finger having a free distal end overlying the block wherein the protrusion and the block form a void sized to retain a fishing rod therein substantially parallel to the arm of the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 27, 2012
    Publication date: May 29, 2014
    Inventors: Michael Leslie Asato Ohata, Jeanette Nicola Ohata