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Water skier training device and method of using the same

US8708706B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 5, 2011
Grant dateApr 29, 2014
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Expiry dateMar 13, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB63B34/54
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A floatable skier training device that includes a first floatable support comprising a first leading end and a second end, a second floatable support a first leading end and a second end, a seat (e.g., an arcuate seat) extending from the first floatable support to the second floatable support, the arcuate seat having a first forward section, a second rearward section, a top and a bottom, when the device is placed on a body of water, the bottom forms an angle with the surface of the body of water that is no greater than 45 degrees, and a method of using the same to allow a user to start from a position above the water.

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