Apparatus for attaching climbing skins
US8474853B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 28, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jul 2, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 27, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63C7/04
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An apparatus for attaching a climbing skin to a ski or snowboard is provided as are kits and climbing skins joined to such apparatus. Included is an apparatus for attaching a climbing skin to a front portion of a ski or snowboard, the front portion including ski sides which converge toward a front end of the ski or snowboard, the apparatus including: (i) opposing first and second holders, each holder being configured to receive one of the converging ski sides; and (ii) a connector between the first and second holders which includes at least one hinge. Also included is a kit including the apparatus and a climbing skin. Also included is a climbing skin having a fastener, the fastener including a portion which is retained between layers of the skin and one or more portions which extend from the skin for attachment of the skin to a ski or snowboard.
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