Abstract: Cuff assemblies for sports board leashes, where the cuff assembly includes a central section that having a precurved molded insert that is configured to connect to a cord of the sports board leash, a first wing attached to a first side of the central section, and a second wing attached to a second side of the central section. The maximum width of the central section of the cuff assembly is greater than the maximum width of either of the first wing or second wing, and the first wing and second wing are configured to overlap and fasten to each other in order to secure the cuff assembly around a person's limb portion.

Abstract: Generally disclosed is a surf leash with a tourniquet device that allows the cord of the surf leash to be convertible into a tourniquet and related methods of use.

Abstract: An adapter system is provided that facilitates convenient access to one or more adapters, e.g., DVI-D to HDMI adapter(s), Micro-HDMI to HDMI adapter(s), Mini-HDMI to HDMI adapter(s), Mini-DisplayPort to HDMI adapter(s), DisplayPort to HDMI adapter(s), VGA to HDMI adapter(s), MHL to HDMI adapter(s), and/or USB to HDMI adapter(s). The adapter system includes an elongated wire that features a plurality of adapters connected/secured with respect thereto. The wire defines an attachment mechanism at a first end thereof. The attachment mechanism allows the wire to be movably secured with respect to a cable, e.g., an HDMI cable. In exemplary embodiments, movement of the wire relative to the cable is limited by stop(s) positioned on or defined by the cable. In use, the disclosed adapter system permits a user to readily access and individually utilize each of the adapter(s) connected/secured with respect to the wire on an as-needed basis.

Abstract: An elastic band for a skateboard. The band is an elastomer such as EPDM and stretches over the deck of the skateboard longitudinally with a central span under which the rider's feet can be inserted. The band has opposed ends with loops that may be wrapped around the skateboard trucks under the deck. The band is stretched taut, but has sufficient flexibility to enable the rider's feet to be inserted under the central span. Equipping a board with the band enables a rider to perform various tricks that ordinarily require the hands, and the feel is similar to a snowboard, which provides a way to practice snowboarding on the street.

Abstract: Cuff assemblies for sports board leashes, where the cuff assembly includes a central section that having a precurved molded insert that is configured to connect to a cord of the sports board leash, a first wing attached to a first side of the central section, and a second wing attached to a second side of the central section. The maximum width of the central section of the cuff assembly is greater than the maximum width of either of the first wing or second wing, and the first wing and second wing are configured to overlap and fasten to each other in order to secure the cuff assembly around a person's limb portion.

Abstract: The invention discloses a rotational leash plug system for surf boards including an outer ring housing, a spherical or cylindrical element, in particular a ball or a cylinder, a stainless steel or brass pin attached to the rolling element and a bottom cap. A safety surf leash is attached to the pin centered in the ball to achieve a safety connection between surfer, in particular attached to the leg of the surfer, and a surfboard. The rotational element is free to rotate in x, y, and z axis inside the outer ring housing and the bottom cap. The spherical element is able to follow the force vector of the leash pulling the pin. The surf plug system can therefore follow the movement of the safety surf leash and or the surfer attached to the leash as soon as there is a pull force applied to the pin inside the surf plug system.

Abstract: The invention is directed toward a “Rail saver with a handle. The rail saver has a handle the extends laterally away from the rail saver, creating a “loop” which the user can grab to maintain control over a water sports vehicle such as a long board, SUP, foil board, sail board, body board and other water sports vehicles. The “rail saver with a handle” is designed to add the functionality of being able to grab and control a free-floating board while in water. Grabbing and controlling an SUP board is also difficult while holding a paddle. This new functionality provides an opportunity to control a board with one hand whether or not you are holding a paddle. By holding and using the handle, the board rider avoids injury to his fingers or hands from grasping at a leash cord that is not designed to be grabbed.

Abstract: A surfboard leash apparatus is disclosed. The surf leash apparatus includes a cuff for attaching to a limb of a surfer, the cuff having an inner surface, the inner surface of the cuff having a pattern of compressible grips disposed thereon. The surf leash further includes an attachment mechanism for attaching to a surfboard, and a leash cord connected between the cuff and the attachment mechanism. The leash cord includes an elastic fiber rope core having a predetermined amount of stretch, and an extruded thermoplastic urethane cord surrounding the elastic fiber rope core. The extruded thermoplastic urethane cord has an elasticity corresponding to the predetermined amount of stretch of the elastic fiber rope.

Abstract: A surfboard leash apparatus is disclosed. The surf leash apparatus includes a cuff for attaching to a limb of a surfer, an attachment mechanism for attaching to a surfboard, and a leash cord connected between the cuff and the attachment mechanism. The leash cord includes an elastic fiber rope core having a predetermined amount of stretch, and an extruded thermoplastic urethane cord surrounding the elastic fiber rope core. The extruded thermoplastic urethane cord has an elasticity corresponding to the predetermined amount of stretch of the elastic fiber rope.

Abstract: A surfboard leash apparatus is disclosed. The surf leash apparatus includes a cuff for attaching to a limb of a surfer, the cuff having an inner surface, the inner surface of the cuff having a pattern of compressible grips disposed thereon. The surf leash further includes an attachment mechanism for attaching to a surfboard, and a leash cord connected between the cuff and the attachment mechanism. The leash cord includes an elastic fiber rope core having a predetermined amount of stretch, and an extruded thermoplastic urethane cord surrounding the elastic fiber rope core. The extruded thermoplastic urethane cord has an elasticity corresponding to the predetermined amount of stretch of the elastic fiber rope.

Abstract: Various camera mounts used to attach a camera to a helmet, vehicle, user, or other object are described. In one embodiment, a flexible camera mount deforms under impact, allowing an attached camera to detach without fracturing the mount. In a second embodiment, a non-flexible camera mount fractures under impact, allowing an attached camera to detach. In a third embodiment, a camera mount comprising a ring base and a floating base separates under impact, allowing a camera attached to the floating base to detach. In a fourth embodiment, a non-flexible camera mount including two rigid sections joined in a “V” shape fractures under impact, allowing the camera to detach. In a fifth embodiment, a flexible camera mount comprising two sections connected in a “V” shape separate under impact, allowing the camera to detach.

Abstract: A leash for a recreational water craft has a body attachment section and a rope. The rope has a more elastic rope section and a less elastic rope section connected end to end. The more elastic and less elastic rope sections are tethered through outer ends to the body attachment section. The less elastic rope section is longer than the more elastic rope section in a non-stretched state and is tethered to the craft in use through a craft rope sliding element. The less elastic rope section has a blocking element preventing passage through the craft rope sliding element. When the body attachment section is pulled away from the craft, the more elastic rope section expands, allowing the less elastic rope section to slip through the craft rope sliding element.

Abstract: Provided herein are improvements in surfboard security.

Abstract: The present invention relates to devices and methods that use harnesses and/or support devices with stand-up paddleboards. Specifically, the present disclosure relates to harnesses and/or support devices designed to provide physical support to stand-up paddlers, resulting in improved balance and higher leverage during the paddling process. Because the harnesses and/or support devices can allow stand-up paddlers to achieve greater balance, the physical effort exerted by stand-up paddlers during the paddling process can be reduced. This can result in stand-up paddlers having an increased force to expel upon the paddle during the paddling process. In turn, this eases the process of stand-up paddling, which can improve the overall experience of stand-up paddlers. Furthermore, the harness according to the present invention can result in the stand-up paddler being able to cover a greater distance with the vehicle or board in a shorter amount of time.

Abstract: A surfboard leash apparatus is disclosed. The surf leash apparatus includes a cuff for attaching to a limb of a surfer, an attachment mechanism for attaching to a surfboard, and a leash cord connected between the cuff and the attachment mechanism. The leash cord includes an elastic fiber rope core having a predetermined amount of stretch, and an extruded thermoplastic urethane cord surrounding the elastic fiber rope core. The extruded thermoplastic urethane cord has an elasticity corresponding to the predetermined amount of stretch of the elastic fiber rope.

Abstract: A surfer leash for a stand up paddle boards includes a plurality of strands that are woven together for increased strength. Such increased strength is necessary when dealing with the heavier and larger boards typically used in stand up paddle boarding. The leash is applied and worn around a surfer's ankle at one end and attached to the stand up paddle board at an opposing end.

Abstract: A leash mount comprises a bottom wall, a side wall having an inner side wall section and an outer side wall section, and an upper wall. A leash cavity is formed between the bottom wall, the side wall, and the top wall. The leash cavity is accessible through a leash opening arranged in the outer side wall section and through a deck opening arranged in the upper wall. A retainer member extends upwardly from the bottom wall to the deck opening. The retainer member has an upper surface sloped outwardly towards the leash opening and a substantially vertical inner surface opposite the leash opening. The leash mount is used with correspondingly shaped looped end of a leash to form a releasable leash system. When engaged, the looped end of the leash wraps around the retainer member of the leash mount, securing the leash to the leash mount.

Abstract: Provided herein are improvements in surfboard security.

Abstract: A flexible restraint (1) for use as a leash for a surfboard, the restraint including an elongate molded cord (2) that includes an end housing (3) which encapsulates an end (4) of a connector provided in the form of a swivel assembly (5). The end housing (3) is formed around the end (4) of the swivel assembly (5) to secure the cord (2) to the swivel assembly (5), the end housing (3) being integrally molded with the cord (2) so as to provide a unitary structure.

Abstract: A forearm boat has a boat hull having a forearm channel that is recessed into the boat hull by a channel depth of at least 0.5 inches. The forearm channel is disposed along the boat hull's longitudinal axis, between the port side and the starboard side. The forearm channel has a channel length in the range 10 inches to 25 inches, and a channel width in the range 3 inches to 7 inches. A handle is attached to the boat hull and has a handle length in the range 3 inches to 7 inches, and is disposed closer to the bow than to the stern. The boat hull defines an overall hull length between the bow and the stern that is no greater than 2.2 times the channel length, and a beam that is no more than 2.2 times the channel width.

Abstract: A leash for a recreational water craft has a body attachment section and a rope. The rope has a more elastic rope section and a less elastic rope section connected end to end. The more elastic and less elastic rope sections are tethered through outer ends to the body attachment section. The less elastic rope section is longer than the more elastic rope section in a non-stretched state and is tethered to the craft in use through a craft rope sliding element. The less elastic rope section has a blocking element preventing passage through the craft rope sliding element. When the body attachment section is pulled away from the craft, the more elastic rope section expands, allowing the less elastic rope section to slip through the craft rope sliding element.

Abstract: An anchor for mounting on a surfboard adjacent its trailing end for connection to a leash includes a plug element defined by opposed front and back ends and elongate, spaced-apart non-parallel sides extending from the front and back ends. The elongate sides may taper inwardly, and the plug element is sized to be inserted and seat within a complementary cavity formed in the deck of the surfboard, adjacent its trailing edge. The cavity is dimensioned with tapering sides as well, thereby to inhibit rearward movement of the plug element relative to the surfboard. The plug element, in a preferred embodiment, has elongate sides which give the plug element the overall appearance of a triangle, or truncated pyramid shape.

Abstract: An improved surf leash with a tangle resistant cord, fabrication methods thereof, and an apparatus and methods operationally configured to resist tangling of existing surf leashes.

Abstract: A surfboard leash system for a surfboard and a method of making it are disclosed. The system may include an insert or receptacle adapted to be disposed within a portion of the surfboard, a reel assembly releasably connected to the insert and having an arm portion terminating in an annular flange, a first elongated line having a first end attached to the reel assembly and a second end capable of being extended from and retracted to the annular flange of the reel assembly, and a second elongated line releasably connectable at a first end to the second end of the first elongated line and adapted to be releasably attached at a second end to a user of the surfboard.

Abstract: An anchor for mounting on a surfboard adjacent its trailing end for connection to a leash includes a plug element defined by opposed front and back ends and elongate, spaced-apart non-parallel sides extending from the front and back ends. The elongate sides may taper inwardly, and the plug element is sized to be inserted and seat within a complementary cavity formed in the deck of the surfboard, adjacent its trailing edge. The cavity is dimensioned with tapering sides as well, thereby to inhibit rearward movement of the plug element relative to the surfboard. The plug element, in a preferred embodiment, has elongate sides which give the plug element the overall appearance of a triangle, or truncated pyramid shape.

Abstract: A board sport strap assembly and method of training is disclosed to help a board sport rider maintain an athletic balanced position, helping to keep their feet in better contact with the sport board, providing stability and balance, enhancing and creating maneuvers, assisting movement, and improving balance and ease of learning. The assembly is made of two straps, each with a handle and a board end, the board ends of the straps being attached to the front of the board and the back of the board, respectively. The sport board rider grasps each handle, one in each hand, to assist with balance and to maintain an athletic position. The rider is able to lift on one or the other, or both, of the straps to lift, turn or otherwise move the respective ends, or both together, enabling the rider enhanced maneuverability and stability.

Abstract: A kiteboard handle that may be used on kiteboards, surfboards as well as other recreational water boards or similar equipment. In some embodiments, the kiteboard handle may include a line segment where a kiter may grasp the kiteboard handle and an attachment segment whereby the kiteboard handle attaches to a recreational water board. In other embodiments, the kiteboard handle may include a handle bar, a neck segment and a base. If a kiter becomes separated from his or her board, he or she may grasp the kiteboard handle so that the board does not get away from the kiter.

Abstract: A surfboard leash is provided including a first end configured to be mounted to a surfboard and a second end including a cuff to releasably couple the leash to a user (e.g., a surfer) of the surfboard. The cuff may include a board attachment structure for releasably coupling the cuff directly to the surfboard, for example for storage and/or transport of the surfboard. For example, the board attachment structure may include one or more suction cups disposed on an outer surface of the cuff.

Abstract: An improved surf leash with a tangle resistant cord, fabrication methods thereof, and an apparatus operationally configured to resist tangling of existing surf leashes.

Abstract: A multifunction engagement apparatus for use with a water recreation device may include a foot pad and a multifunction strap. The multifunction strap may be positioned to overlie the substantially flat foot pad, and may be moveable between an uncollapsed position and a collapsed position. In the uncollapsed position, the multifunction strap may present a generally arcuate foot opening between the strap and the top surface of the foot pad. In the collapsed position, the multifunction strap may present a substantially flat contact cushion atop the foot pad. The multifunction strap may have elastic properties that allow for selective positioning of the multifunction engagement member for use by a towed rider as the rider transitions between prone, kneeling, and/or standing positions atop a water recreation device.

Abstract: A float attachment device for providing buoyancy to a waterproof camera or other object of interest includes a buoyant body, adapted to be fastened directly to a housing of the object of interest, and a lanyard adapted to be connected at a first end to the buoyant body and at a second end to a surfboard or other anchor body. An attachment layer, such as double-sided tape, can be used to fasten the buoyant body to the object of interest. The lanyard may include two separable but reconnectable tether line sections. The buoyant body can be made from closed cell flotation foam with a flexible vinyl coating.

Abstract: A board leash system for attachment to a recreational water board includes an ankle strap for securing the leash system to an ankle of a board user and a connection member for attaching the leash system to the recreational water board. The system also includes a cable interposed between the ankle strap and the connection member. A shock absorber is coupled to the cable.

Abstract: A pair of poles are positioned for pivotal connection adjacent the lateral edges of a skim board. A rider initially stands on the beach behind the board and grips the poles. The rider runs on the beach behind the board to forwardly propel the board on the low friction surface of the shallow water. The speed and direction of the board is controlled by the rider manipulating and pivoting the poles. When the board reaches a desired speed, the rider jumps with one foot onto the board while gripping the poles to control balance and direction of movement of the board. The rider places his other foot on the board as the board glides on the surface of the water. By continuing to grip and pivot the poles, the rider stabilizes his position on the board until the board completes the gliding movement and comes to a stop.

Abstract: An improved surf leash with a tangle resistant cord, fabrication methods thereof, and an apparatus operationally configured to resist tangling of existing surf leashes.

Abstract: A flexible restraint (1) for use as a leash for a surfboard, the restraint including an elongate moulded cord (2) that includes an end housing (3) which encapsulates an end (4) of a connector provided in the form of a swivel assembly (5). The end housing (3) is formed around the end (4) of the swivel assembly (5) to secure the cord (2) to the swivel assembly (5), the end housing (3) being integrally moulded with the cord (2) so as to provide a unitary structure.

Abstract: A rotatable footstrap plate (2,4,7) for a gliding board, said rotatable footstrap plate comprising: a centre disc (2) which is arranged to be mounted on the deck of the gliding board in a fixed angular position, a non-slip surface (3) mounted on the centre disc, said non-slip surface being arranged to be in contact with the user's foot during use, an outer ring element (4) which is arranged to be rotatable around the centre disc during use of the rotatable footstrap plate and footstrap mounting elements (6) fastened to the outer ring element. In addition, a footstrap assembly comprising the rotatable footstrap plate of the current invention is also provided as is a gliding board comprising said footstrap assembly.

Abstract: Equipment for a human subject's use in an upright position for transportation on the water's surface. The equipment includes: two buoyant skis (20) one attached to each foot by foot stretchers; two retractable fins (22) one towards the heel of each ski for stability on the water and sustainability in shallow water by recession; one buoyant double bladed paddle (26); three quick release leashes: one (25) running from each ankle to each ankle leash cleat (40), and one on the paddle pole to the wrist (27). Said equipment is useable in all bodies of water and is designed to ride rapids and currents and to transition between and to travel on the surface of still or slow moving water by using leg movements taking turns with each float while paddling. This equipment calls on the human subject's strength to maneuver in all water conditions with two finned floats, a paddle and related leashes.

Abstract: A carrying strap is provided for use with a bodyboard. The strap has a first loop section and a second loop section, each loop section defining an opening, and the loop sections connected by a handle section. A portion of the bodyboard is received in the opening of the first loop section and another portion of the bodyboard is received in the opening of the second loop section.

Abstract: A surfboard leash system for a surfboard and a method of making it are disclosed. The system may include an insert or receptacle adapted to be disposed within a portion of the surfboard, a reel assembly releasably connected to the insert and having an arm portion terminating in an annular flange, a first elongated line having a first end attached to the reel assembly and a second end capable of being extended from and retracted to the annular flange of the reel assembly, and a second elongated line releasably connectable at a first end to the second end of the first elongated line and adapted to be releasably attached at a second end to a user of the surfboard.

Abstract: A surfboard leash system for a surfboard and a method of making it are disclosed. The system may include an insert or receptacle adapted to be disposed within a portion of the surfboard, a reel assembly releasably connected to the insert and having an arm portion terminating in an annular flange, a first elongated line having a first end attached to the reel assembly and a second end capable of being extended from and retracted to the annular flange of the reel assembly, and a second elongated line releasably connectable at a first end to the second end of the first elongated line and adapted to be releasably attached at a second end to a user of the surfboard.

Abstract: A retainer strap of flexible material, preferably cloth of elastic or non-elastic material, has a pair of loops at least one of which acts as a stirrup-like structure around the foot of the user, the retainer strap fitting around a surfboard tether ankle strap in order to fix the surfboard ankle strap in a direction extending from the foot of the user which direction is preferred by the user.

Abstract: A connector arranged to provide an interconnection between a cord (10) and a fixed element, wherein the cord (10) has a capacity for resilient longitudinal extension, the connector (12) comprising a first portion (22) arranged to be fixed to the fixed element and a second, elongate portion (24) which is resiliently longitudinally extendable and arranged to be fixed to an end (20) of the cord. The invention relates particularly to leg ropes for surfers and connection thereof to surf boards.

Abstract: A contoured composite locking system incorporates an installation cup (10) mountable within a foam core structure of a foam composite surface and having means for engaging the foam core. A plug (12) is installed within the receiver cup, the plug incorporating an eyelet (18) for the shank of a restraint and a contoured cap (16) to preclude interference with or injury to a user.

Abstract: A sporting system is described, having a sport board that can be attached to a shoe construction using Velcro®.

Abstract: A leash and information system assembly includes a flexible strap, a flexible tether cord, a data processing module, and a display module. The flexible strap and the flexible tether cord connect a water sports vehicle to a user of the water sports vehicle. The flexible tether cord is connected to the flexible strap and the second end is configured and dimensioned to connect to the water sports vehicle. The tether cord width is substantially less than the strap width and the tether cord length is substantially greater than the strap length. The data processing module is mounted within a water-proof enclosure and positioned along one of the flexible strap, the flexible tether cord, and the water sports vehicle. The data processing module is configured with logic to receive, parse, process, and output data generated by a source external to the data processor.

Abstract: A locking device for a watersports apparatus which in one embodiment, comprises a pair of interlocking brackets which form an inverted “T” when slidably disposed in a channel associated with a fin box. Apertures are provided to allow a cable or other security device to traverse the inverted “T” locking device for securing the watersports apparatus. In a second embodiment, a pair of generally planar scissor members having a pair of unguiform clasping elements aligned in opposition and configured to clasp a rod disposed in a tether plug aperture by scissor action. Useful watersport tools may be provided on the distal ends of the generally planar scissor members. The useful tools include a screwdriver, a wax comb, a bottle cap opener and a wax scrapper.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel method and a novel inflatable flotation device for the method which are used in association with water sports boards such as kite boards, surfboards and the like, for the purpose of uprighting the water sports boards when inverted and encouraging the water sports boards to be moved by the wind in the direction of a water sports board rider when the rider becomes separated from the water sports board.

Abstract: A leash and information system assembly includes a flexible strap, a flexible tether cord, a data processing module, and a display module. The flexible strap and the flexible tether cord connect a water sports vehicle to a user of the water sports vehicle. The flexible tether cord is connected to the flexible strap and the second end is configured and dimensioned to connect to the water sports vehicle. The tether cord width is substantially less than the strap width and the tether cord length is substantially greater than the strap length. The data processing module is mounted within a water-proof enclosure and positioned along one of the flexible strap, the flexible tether cord, and the water sports vehicle. The data processing module is configured with logic to receive, parse, process, and output data generated by a source external to the data processor.

Abstract: A surfboard, the construction of which makes a minimal impact on the environment, the components are readily available, and which, if disposed of, biodegrades. The surfboard delivers performance characteristics comparable to any currently commercially produced wave-propelled craft, with no significant increase in materials costs. The surfboard is composed of a pattern of wood veneers over a wooden framework, creating a hollow wooden body. All pieces used in construction are connected using food grade gelatin glue. Casein from skim milk added to the glue provides a general water-resistance to the structure. Fins attached to the bottom of the surfboard give stability to the craft in the water. Routed fin boxes incorporated into the body of the surfboard, supplied with a wooden locking mechanism, allow the fins to be quickly changed for various wave conditions. A wooden leash plug as part of the construction permits a leash to be connected to the surfboard.

Abstract: An improved surf leash with a tangle resistant cord, fabrication methods thereof, and an apparatus operationally configured to resist tangling of existing surf leashes.