Boot mounted braking device for snow sleds
US7024804B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 13, 2003 |
| Grant date | Apr 11, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 13, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA43B3/00
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A braking member attachable to a sledder's boot is provided. The braking member includes a braking surface that is oriented at a specific ranges of angles with respect to the boot. In use, the braking surface engages the snow like an anchor as the sledder traverses snow covered terrain, thereby producing a braking force against sled forward movement. In one embodiment, the braking member is rotatably attached to the boot and is moveable between a first, walking position, and a second, braking position. In another embodiment, the braking member is fixed in the braking position.
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