Apparatus, system, and method for securing a foot in footwear

Details Apparatus, system, and method for securing a foot in footwear Apparatus, system, and method for securing a foot in footwear

2006-06-20

2006-06-20

Kavanaugh, Ted (Department: 3728)

Boots, shoes, and leggings

Uppers

Closure

C036S058500, C036S058600, C036S050500, C036S054000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07062867

ABSTRACT:
Apparatuses and methods for securing a foot in a footwear item and a footwear item using the apparatus are provided. Pivot members are disposed on opposing sides of a closure configured to secure an opening in an upper of the footwear item, the pivot members being positioned on a surface of the footwear item between the opposing sides of the closure and a heel section of the footwear item. A securing including end sections and a force member is provided. Each of the end sections includes a fastener-receiving opening configured for a fastener to pass therethrough. The force member extends from the end sections and curves around the pivot members to engage the closure. Tension applied to the fastener applies force to the end sections resulting in tension in the force member causing a securing force being applied against the closure.

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