Custom-fitted batter's lower leg protector

Details Custom-fitted batter's lower leg protector Custom-fitted batter's lower leg protector

1999-07-29

2000-10-17

Calvert, John J.

Apparel

Guard or protector

Leg

2455, 128882, 602 6, 602 8, A61F 500

Patent

active

061311952

ABSTRACT:
A batter's lower leg protector product, including a lower leg protector for being custom-formed to the shape of a batter's lower leg while flexible and upon hardening providing a rigid, supporting custom fit. The lower leg protector product includes an outer container formed of moisture-impervious material. A flexible lower leg protector is positioned in the container in substantially moisture-free conditions and sealed therein against entry of moisture until use. The lower leg protector includes a substrate and a reactive system impregnated into or coated onto the substrate, the system remaining stable when maintained in substantially moisture-free conditions and hardening upon exposure to moisture to form a rigid, self supporting structure. A flexible protective pad is positioned on one side of the substrate to provide cushioning between the substrate and the batter when the lower leg protector is being worn. An outer cover covers the substrate on the side opposite the protective pad. The substrate, protective pad and outer cover are connected together into a unitary structure for being molded while flexible to the lower leg and ankle of the batter. Complementary fasteners are attached to opposing side edges of the lower leg protector for retaining the lower leg protector in place on the batter's leg while being worn. A foot protector having an construction optionally provides protection to the top of the foot.

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