Chairs and seats – Straddle seat – Adjustable to plural use positions
Reexamination Certificate
2006-05-16
2006-05-16
Cranmer, Laurie K. (Department: 3636)
Chairs and seats
Straddle seat
Adjustable to plural use positions
C297S195100, C297S195110, C297S463100, C403S090000, C248S219200, C248S219400, C248S228500
Reexamination Certificate
active
07044542
ABSTRACT:
In one form of the invention, a rounded bicycle seat is provided. The seat has no front pommel that is a significant factor in causing most pressure and pain to the crotch area of a rider. As such, the bicycle seat is designed to relieve numbness. In one embodiment of the current invention, the seat is provided with a rounded dome portion that minimizes or makes no contact with the crotch area of the rider when the bicycle seat is in use. Further, the seat may pivot in multiple directions in connection with the rider's movement, giving the rider proper coordination and alignment with the seat and the bicycle pedals. The seat is anatomically correct and provides support for the rider with a snug comfortable fit, while at the same time improves balance, flexibility and improves body strength with the least amount of friction and pain experienced by the rider.
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Cranmer Laurie K.
Welsh & Katz Ltd.
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