Tent – canopy – umbrella – or cane – Portable shelter – Combined
Reexamination Certificate
2000-04-04
2001-07-10
Canfield, Robert (Department: 3635)
Tent, canopy, umbrella, or cane
Portable shelter
Combined
C135S088010, C114S343000, C114S361000, C224S309000, C224S917000, C224S917500, C224S324000, C224S325000, C224S406000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06257261
ABSTRACT:
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention pertains to canopy tops for vehicles and more particularly to bimini tops for boats.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PRIOR ART
Boat canopy and bimini tops have heretofore been provided. Sports equipment racks capable of being accessorily attached to such boat tops have also been disclosed. There is, however, a need for a sun, or bimini, top having an equipment rack integral thereto which is easier to use.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
In general, it is an object of the present invention to provide a canopy top for open-top vehicles having an integral equipment rack.
Another object of the invention is to provide a canopy top of the above character which is a bimini top for use with a boat.
Another object of the invention is to provide a canopy top of the above character which has a frame that is included in the equipment rack.
Another object of the invention is to provide a canopy top of the above character which protects equipment secured thereupon.
Another object of the invention is to provide a canopy top of the above character which is convertible.
Another object of the invention is to provide a canopy top which is durable and easy to use.
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Canfield Robert
Flehr Hohbach Test Albritton & Herbert LLP
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