Devices and methods for enhancing the fit of boots and other footwear
US11751633B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 16, 2019 |
| Grant date | Sep 12, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA45C13/1046
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A closure system for a boot or other footwear includes a tension member that is disposed within the boot and routed or guided about a path within the boot via one or more guides. The closure system also includes an adjustment member that is disposed within the boot and operably coupled with the tension member. The closure system further includes a reel based closure device having a knob that is operable to tension the tension member and to release tension from the tension member. Tensioning of the tension member adjusts a fit of the adjustment member about a foot within the boot to secure the foot within the boot and loosening of the tension member adjusts the fit of the adjustment member about the foot to allow the foot to be more easily removed from the boot.
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