Kickboard for swimming
US7798876B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 1, 2007 |
| Grant date | Sep 21, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 2, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B69/14
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The present invention is directed to a kickboard. The kickboard includes a wedge-shaped flotation body with a top surface and a bottom surface. The kickboard preferably includes an adjustable strap feature for positioning a swimmer's hands in a flattened position while swimming with the kickboard in a forward position. The top surface preferably includes depression features for fitting or cradling against the swimmer's arms with the swimmer's arms outstretched. Preferably, the kickboard includes one or more fins protruding from the bottom surface of the wedge-shaped flotation body and the bottom surface includes one or more contoured channels to further stabilize the kickboard while swimming with the kickboard in the forward position.
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