Buoys – rafts – and aquatic devices – Water skimming or walking device – Water ski
Reexamination Certificate
2006-08-29
2006-08-29
Sotelo, Jesus D. (Department: 3617)
Buoys, rafts, and aquatic devices
Water skimming or walking device
Water ski
C114S253000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07097523
ABSTRACT:
The present flying ski is designed to be towed behind a conventional powered watercraft by a standard ski tow rope or similar device having a handle that can be held by a human rider. In use, the rider is seated on the seat of the flying ski and towed by the watercraft. The improved flying ski comprises an elongate board and a seat that extends generally perpendicular to and upward from the board to support the seated rider's buttocks. The seat preferably includes a flexible C-shaped member for absorbing impacts during use. The rider's legs extend toward the front of the board and are secured by a pair of foot holders that attach to the board. An elongate strut extends downward from the board and couples the seat to a planing blade. The elongate strut is preferably formed with a V-shape wherein the length from the front edge to the back edge of the strut is greater along an upper portion for enhanced structural integrity. The planing blade advantageously has a front blade and a rear blade interconnected by a fuselage. The rear blade may be located above the front blade for avoiding turbulence from the front blade. The present flying ski accommodates a variety of rider skill levels by incorporating a mechanism and system that allows the rider to selectively adjust performance characteristics of the ski.
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Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP
Sotelo Jesus D.
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