Buoys – rafts – and aquatic devices – Water skimming or walking device – Inflatable
Patent
1985-03-19
1986-10-28
Barefoot, Galen L.
Buoys, rafts, and aquatic devices
Water skimming or walking device
Inflatable
441131, 114253, A63C 1500
Patent
active
046196200
ABSTRACT:
An improved water sports apparatus comprising an inflatable tube to which a seat portion with a number of straps can be attached by utilizing pins which are vulcanized to the tube and which pass through openings formed in the straps. The straps are joined by buckles around the tube and rings pass through openings provided in the pins so as to lock the straps to the inner tube. A pair of towing portions pass around the front of the tube and are provided with rings through which a tow rope and handle can be passed. The inner tube is inflated to extend out over the straps and a pair of handles are provided on a pair of the front straps for the user.
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Barefoot Galen L.
Salmon Paul E.
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