Ski boot providing longitudinal torsion

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2007-06-19

2007-06-19

Kavanaugh, Ted (Department: 3728)

Boots, shoes, and leggings

Boots and shoes

Occupational or athletic shoe

C036S117300, C036S119100

Reexamination Certificate

active

10478716

ABSTRACT:
A ski boot comprises an essentially stiff outer boot and a soft inner boot or inner lining for receiving the foot of a skier. The sole of the outer boot is made of an essentially rigid material, preferably plastics, comprising an elastic zone in the metatarsal region of the sole. The elastic zone divides the sole into front and rear sole portions. An intermediate upper shell portion is provided between the front and rear shell portions of the outer boot, which is designed such that front and rear shell portions are pivotable with respect to each other. The heel portion and rear sole portion are designed to be in an essentially rigid relationship such that a maximum force can be applied to the elastic zone of the boot. When the skier leans forward the front and rear shell portions pivot relative to each other. Due to the attachment of the lower leg to the rigid spoiler shaft, the ankle of the skier is braced securely to not flex or bend and the center of gravity of the skier can therefore remain in its most favored and athletically efficient position.

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