Canoe gunwale
US7004100B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 6, 2002 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 6, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B2017/0054
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved canoe including a hull has sidewalls extending fore and aft and a gunwale on the sidewalls. The gunwale has longitudinal slot extending for a substantial portion of the entire hull. A canoe accessory has a thickened attachment portion for engagement in the slot to attach the accessory to the canoe. A method of canoeing includes inserting a thickened portion of a canoeing accessory into a slot at a canoe gunwale to retain the accessory in place and paddling the canoe on a body of water.
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