Tolling assembly with hydrodynamic planer board, strike indicator, night lighting, and novel fishing line release
US6789350B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 8, 2003 |
| Grant date | Sep 14, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 8, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K91/08
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A trolling planer board made of lightweight translucent material has a continuous light source for night fishing and a day or night easily perceptible strike indicator. The light, indicator, and their power supply are housed in a watertight compartment away from the elements and fishing lines. The strike indicator may comprise a blinking light, a strobe light, a sound, or any other alerting mechanism. Fishing line releases comprise only three moldable pieces, made of weather impervious material and can be used to maintain a hold on the fishing line or to release it, as desired. The planer, made of weather impervious material and having no exposed accessory parts that are sensitive to the elements, can be used in fresh or salt water. The planer's hydrodynamic design eliminates the need for planning board rods and heavy test lines and the weight of the power supply eliminates any need for additional weights.
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