Buoys – rafts – and aquatic devices – Water skimming or walking device – Surfboard
Patent
1999-05-28
1999-12-28
Swinehart, Ed
Buoys, rafts, and aquatic devices
Water skimming or walking device
Surfboard
441 70, B63B 3579
Patent
active
060073942
ABSTRACT:
A retractable foot binding devise comprising a base member (20) with a cavity (32) centrally defined therein attachable to the deck of a surfboard, and a pivotal member (22) having a front and back end, positioned within the base's cavity, pivotally coupled to the base member, and springably urged upward on the front end to a predetermined angle. As the surfer lays on his or her board to paddle, the pivotal member is completely retracted within the base member creating a flat, comfortable paddling surface with minimal or no elevation above the deck of the surfboard. As the surfer stands, the pivotal member is springably urged upward on the front end to a predetermined angle. The surfer inserts his or her foot under the inclined pivotal member in a quick, natural standing motion. The omission of any impeding elements in the foot engageable portion facilitates full engagement and does not hinder necessary foot adjustments. The binding devise provides the surfer support and attachment to his or her board. The pivotal member may be locked in the retracted position for preferential option to employ. The binding devise is completely removable and adjustable.
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