Bicycle seat

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2006-09-05

2009-02-24

White, Rodney B. (Department: 3636)

Chairs and seats

Straddle seat

Sectional or split relatively movable supporting surface

C297S215130, C297S215140, C297S215150, C248S298100

Reexamination Certificate

active

07494181

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for supporting the rider of a pedaled device, such as a bicycle. One preferred apparatus includes first and second seat portions independently pivotable about a generally horizontal axis normal to a frame plane of the bicycle to allow, during bike pedaling, substantially unimpeded downward movement of the rear of the rider's upper-thighs, while the rider's buttocks remain free to contact the seat portions. The seat portions are preferably configured to jointly support the rider and to provide a gap for the rider's groin. The seat portions are preferably secured to the bicycle frame in a manner that allows adjustable lateral rotation in relation to the bicycle frame, further facilitating the rider's freedom of movement during pedaling.

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