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Surf fin fixing system

US5464359A · kind A · utility

43Cited by
5References
20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 12, 1994
Grant dateNov 7, 1995
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Expiry dateJul 12, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/7041
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system for attaching fins (11) to surfboards and other surf craft utilizes fixing elements (12) embedded in the body of the board, these elements having slots (13) which receive tabs (18) extending from the end of the fin. The tabs are removably secured by grub screws (16) enabling fins to be removed for transport or upon damage.

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