Power push pole

Abstract

A power push pole (1) having an elongated pole with a proximal end (13) and a distal end (14) wherein at least one drive wheel (3) with extending members (4) is located at the distal end (14) of the pole (1). An electric motor (8) is preferably located adjacent to the wheel (3) and is operable via at least one control (6) located on the proximal end (13) of the pole (1). Alternate embodiments of the invention include the use of dual wheels (3) for added stability, interchangeable extending members (4) and drive wheels (3) to accommodate varying ground textures, speed controls and forward / reverse controls. In addition, the power push pole (1) may be secured to a boat (11) via a fastener, such as a bracket (5).

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] This invention relates to push poles, more particularly, a power push pole for use by boaters in shallow water fishing. [0002] The use of push poles by fishermen and women is not a new concept. Crude push poles consisting of long tree branches were used by early civilizations to propel a boat through shallow streams and rivers. [0003] Over time, however, the push pole developed in both style and sophistication. The need for longer push poles emerged wherein current push poles now have a length of 18-24 feet. The length of the push pole may be adjustable as well, as seen in many push poles that may be assembled by a user. In addition, the distal end of the poles may include points, hooks and other designs so as to permit a user to dig into the ground of the waterway. [0004] As the lengths of the push poles increased, the need for a lighter push pole became evident. Once made of wood or heavy metal, conventional push poles are now made of lightweight...

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Benefits of technology

[0008] The primary object of the present invention is to provide a power push pole that permits a person to easily push a boat in shallow water.

[0010] An even further object of the present invention is to provide a power push pole that is easy to use.

[0011] Another object of the present invention is to provide a power push pole that is lightweight.

[0013] An even further object of the present invention provide a power push pole that eliminates splashing.

Problems solved by technology

Although this procedure seems simple to perform, actually it is quite the contrary.

Walking the pole is not only tiresome but dangerous as well as a person can easily lose his or her balance while performing the maneuver.

In addition, because a user will most likely need to walk the pole several times, splashing and possibly even bumping the pole against the boat may occur due to the removal and insertion of the pole into the ground, which could potentially scare fish away from the location of the boat.

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