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Collapsible bag for carrying articles

Inactive Publication Date: 2011-07-07
GRIT INC
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[0014]The device of the present invention comprises a collapsible bag for carrying articles that includes a folding seat mounted on an exterior surface of the bag. The bag includes side frame members and a bottom plate that are individually pivotable relative to a base frame assembly to change the volume of the interior compartment of the bag. The bag is provided with various article retainers on its exterior surface to provide easy access to articles retained therein.
[0016]The bag is soft-sided with a nylon outer shell attached to a rigid frame constructed of metal tubing or other rigid or semi-rigid materials like carbon fiber rods. The bag includes locking members which, when disengaged, permit the sides of the bag's frame to swivel through about 90 degrees and permit the bottom to flip up through around 90 degrees to create a reasonably flat and dense package. These features make it easier to ship and store the bag when it is not in use.

Problems solved by technology

Sports equipment may tend to be quite bulky and difficult to transport.
Not only is this an awkward method of transporting equipment but there are a number of other disadvantages.
One is that it is very difficult to find a particular piece of equipment within this large carry bag.
These carriers are quite cumbersome and difficult to transport even when empty.
Firstly, it provides a soft contact point between the user's lower back and rucksack.
Secondly, the spacer keeps the bottom ends of the chair legs away from the user's clothing.

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[0049]First and second side frame members are substantially identical in shape. Preferably, in the invention, both of these side frame members 40, 42 are substantially D-shaped and they extend outwardly and downwardly away from top frame member 34 in generally the same direction as each other. Referring to FIGS. 2 and 16-18, first side frame member 40 comprises a generally straight first leg 40d and a generally arcuate second leg 40c. First leg 40d connects at a first end 40b to first pivot assembly 54. Second leg 40c extends outwardly from the end of first leg 40d remote from first end 40b and is connected at a second end 40a to first pivot assembly 54. First end 40b is substantially fixedly secured to first pivot assembly 54 and second end 40a is pivotally connected thereto. First end 40b and second end 40a are disposed generally at right angles to each other. The first pivot assembly 54 is the only point of connection that first side frame member 40 has with the base frame assemb...

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[0087]FIGS. 19 and 20 show the frame of a bag in accordance with the present invention and illustrating a first and second side frame member 140, 142 that may be utilized therein. Frame 126 comprises a base frame assembly to which the two side frame members 140, 142 and a bottom plate 144 are secured. The base frame assembly comprises a top frame member 134, a back plate 146, a handle frame 150 and a back support plate 52 that are secured to each other. The base frame assembly preferably also includes a pair of wheel assemblies each comprising a wheel well 148, an axle 149 and a wheel rotatably mounted on axle 149.

[0088]First and second side frame members 140, 142 are substantially identical in shape and preferably are both substantially L-shaped. First side frame member 140 comprises a generally straight first leg 140d and a generally arcuate second leg 140e. Preferably, first leg 140d is manufactured from fiberglass and is secured to the top frame member 134 and exterior wall of t...

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Abstract

A collapsible bag for carrying articles that includes a folding seat mounted on an exterior surface of the bag. The bag includes side frame members and a bottom plate that are individually pivotable relative to a base frame assembly to change the volume of the interior compartment of the bag. The bag is provided with various article retainers on its exterior surface to provide easy access to articles retained therein.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Technical Field[0002]This invention generally relates to bags. More particularly, the invention relates to bags for carrying articles such as sporting equipment. Specifically, the invention relates to a bag that is collapsible for storage and includes a folding seat that is movably secured to the exterior rear wall of the bag.[0003]2. Background Information[0004]Sports equipment may tend to be quite bulky and difficult to transport. For example, a hockey player may require at least one stick, a pair of skates, a helmet, gloves, shoulder and shin pads, elbow pads, pants, shirt, an undershirt, long underwear, and athletic support. Goalies need even more equipment with large goalie pads added to the mix. A soccer player may carry at least one ball, shin guards, water bottle, warm-up pants, shirt, jacket and shoes. Typically, and if at all possible, all of this equipment will be carried in a large nylon or canvas carry bag. Not only is this an awkward...

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IPC IPC(8): A45F4/00A45C5/14A45C7/00
CPCA45C5/14A45C15/00A45C7/0063
Inventor COLLINS, GREGORYCHEN, EDMUND
Owner GRIT INC
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