Floatation device with propeller and rudder driven by a bicycle

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1995-07-06

1996-08-20

Avila, Stephen

Marine propulsion

Self-propelled vehicle having land and water propulsion means

Having separated propulsion means for land and water

440 29, 440 30, 114 61, B63B 3500

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055474063

ABSTRACT:
A floatation device with propeller drive assembly and steerable rudder for use with any standard bicycle frame allowing an individual the ability to have a self propelled water craft. The device utilizes a standard bicycle, having only the wheels removed, to provide power and steering. The bicycle is mounted to the floatation device with the chain wrapped around the chain drive sprocket of the propeller drive assembly. Because the chain drive sprocket is a standard shimano sprocket, the bicycle's rear derailer may be used to shift gears. The operator may pedal the device across a body of water, then remove the bicycle frame and remount the tires to continue travel over land.

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