Combination wet suit and flotation device

Details Combination wet suit and flotation device Combination wet suit and flotation device

2005-12-20

2005-12-20

Sotelo, Jesus D. (Department: 3617)

Buoys, rafts, and aquatic devices

Water rescue or life protecting apparatus

Personal flotation device

C405S186000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06976894

ABSTRACT:
The present invention advantageously provides a combination wet suit and flotation device integral with the wet suit so that a user can maintain unrestricted movement during water-sport activities, which improves convenience and comfort. A wet suit worn by water-sport a participant includes a torso section having a pocket provided with a movable flap and a waterproof seal. A CO2canister is housing with the pocket and includes a strap positioned thereabout for securing the canister during operating conditions. A pull cord is connected to the canister and associated valve for actuating the flow of CO2into a bladder defined adjacent the torso section of the wet suit. In operation, when a user pulls the cord, the canister inflates the bladder for assisting to maintain a user's head above the water line.

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