Bicycle trailer
US5454577A · kind A · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 14, 1994 |
| Grant date | Oct 3, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 14, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62B2205/14
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A convertible trailer for towing behind a bicycle, the trailer being convertible between a trailer and a stroller. The trailer possesses a chassis frame, comprising a generally rectangular outer frame member having a front frame member, a rear frame member, and two side frame members. A tow bar is pivotally mounted to the trailer, pivotal between a towing position extending forwardly of the chassis frame, and a stroller position extending upwardly of the chassis frame. Releasible securement means is further provided for securing the tow bar in the towing position and in the stroller position. A second pair of wheels are pivotably mounted on the chassis frame. Each are pivotable between a retracted position when the tow bar is in the towing position, and an extended position forward of the first pair of wheels for travel on the ground when the tow bar is in the stroller position.
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