US20140199903A1 - Aquatic sport board - Google Patents
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- the present invention generally relates to aquatic sport boards, and more particularly relates to paddleboards.
- a paddleboard comprises the general shape of a surfboard, but is usually much larger in size.
- Paddleboards allow an individual to either lie down on the board and propel his/herself using a swimming motion or stand/kneel on the board and propel his/herself using a paddle.
- an aquatic sport board in one embodiment, comprises a top portion and a bottom portion.
- the bottom portion is coupled to the top portion by a first side portion and a second side potion.
- the first portion and the second portion taper inward towards a front portion and a rear portion of the top and bottom portions.
- Recessed areas are situated on the top portion and extend inward towards the bottom portion.
- a plurality of sections is situated between the top portion and the bottom portion. Each section in the plurality of sections is sealed off from one another.
- an aquatic sport board comprises a top portion and a bottom portion.
- the bottom portion is coupled to the top portion by a first side portion and a second side potion.
- the first and second side portions taper inward toward a front portion and a rear portion of the top and bottom portions.
- a plurality of recessed areas is situated on the top portion extending inwards toward the bottom portion.
- At least one power source is disposed in at least one of the recessed areas in the plurality of recessed areas.
- At least one cavity is disposed within the top portion. At least one of the cavities comprises an electrical contact that is electrically coupled to the power source.
- At least one audio emitting device is situated in at least the top portion.
- At least one illuminating device circumscribes at least the first side portion and the second side portion.
- the at least one illuminating device is electrically coupled to the power source.
- At least one coupling mechanism is situated on the top portion between a first recessed area in the plurality of recessed areas and the front portion. At least a portion of the at least one coupling mechanism collapses/retracts into the top portion.
- At least one cavity is disposed on an outer perimeter of the top portion. The at least one cavity is configured to receive at least one coupling member.
- At least one storage component is coupled to the at least one coupling member and to at least one other coupling member situated within in at least one other cavity disposed on the outer perimeter of the top portion.
- FIG. 1 is a top side view of an aquatic sport board according to one embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 2 is top exploded view of the aquatic sport board of FIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 3 is a top rear side view of the aquatic sport board of FIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 4 is an exploded view of the aquatic sport board of FIG. 1 illustrating a bottom view of a top portion of the board and a top view of a bottom portion of the board according to one embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 5 is a bottom view of a material comprising one or more heating elements that can be disposed on a top portion of the aquatic sport board of FIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 6 is a side top view of one example of a coupling member that can be disposed on the aquatic sport board of FIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 7 is a side view of one example of a rotatable retaining member that can be disposed on the aquatic sport board of FIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present invention.
- the terms “a” or “an”, as used herein, are defined as one as or more than one.
- the term plurality, as used herein, is defined as two as or more than two. Plural and singular terms are the same unless expressly stated otherwise.
- the term another, as used herein, is defined as at least a second or more.
- the terms including and/or having, as used herein, are defined as comprising (i.e., open language).
- the term coupled, as used herein, is defined as connected, although not necessarily directly, and not necessarily mechanically.
- FIGS. 1-4 illustrate various examples of an aquatic sport board 100 such as a paddleboard according to one or more embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 1 shows a top side view of an aquatic sport board 100 .
- the board 100 of FIG. 1 comprises a top portion 102 , a bottom portion 104 , a front portion 106 , a rear portion 108 , a first side portion 110 , and a second side portion 112 .
- the first and second side portions 110 , 112 taper inward toward the front portion 106 and the rear portion 108 .
- the top portion 102 in one embodiment, is the portion of the board 100 on which the user stands, sits, kneels, etc.
- the top portion 102 of the board 100 supports the user.
- the bottom portion 104 in this embodiment, is the portion of the board 100 that faces the water when in use by the user.
- the front portion 106 and rear portion 108 are situated at opposite ends of the board 100 and are coupled to each other via the side portions 110 , 112 .
- the first side portion 110 and the second side portion 112 are situated across from each other and taper inwards towards the front and rear portions 106 , 108 .
- One or more stabilizing members 109 extend outwards from the bottom portion 104 and help stabilize the board 100 in water.
- the one or more stabilizing members 109 are situated towards the rear portion 108 of the board 100 .
- one or more stabilizing members 109 can be situated anywhere on the bottom portion 104 of the board 100 .
- the board 100 comprises one or more recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 (shown in more detail in FIGS. 2-4 ) with optional covering members 120 , 122 , 124 . It should be noted that the number of and location of the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 shown in the figures are only for illustrative purposes and do not limit various embodiments to the number and locations of recessed areas shown.
- the one or more recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 extend from the top portion 102 inward towards the bottom portion 104 , as shown in FIGS. 2-5 .
- one or more of the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 are configured as cargo/storage areas for storing various items such as, but not limited to, a first aid kit, swimming/diving gear, food/beverages, survival gear, personal items, such as wireless communication devices, money, and the like, any other type of items.
- one or more of the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 can be removable or formed as part of the board 100 .
- the optional covering members 120 , 122 , 124 are situated on top of (or on an upper area of) the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 and provide a water tight seal to prevent water from entering the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 .
- One or more fastening mechanisms 219 can be disposed on a portion of recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 to securely couple the covering members 120 , 122 , 124 to the recessed area 114 , 116 , 118 .
- One or more of the covering members 120 , 122 , 124 are pivotably coupled to its recessed area 114 , 116 , 118 via one or more pivoting members 125 , 126 such as, but not limited to a hinge.
- the pivoting members 125 , 126 allow the corresponding covering member 120 , 122 , 124 to rise off of and lower onto the corresponding recessed area 114 , 116 , 118 . In one embodiment, these pivoting members 125 , 126 are hidden.
- a covering member 120 , 122 , 124 when a covering member 120 , 122 , 124 is in a closed position, thereby covering its recessed area 114 , 116 , 118 , the covering member 120 , 122 , 124 is substantially flush with the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- the one or more pivoting members 125 , 126 can be coupled to an inner portion of the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 and to an underside of the covering member 120 , 122 , 124 that faces the recessed area 114 , 116 , 118 .
- a pivoting member 125 , 126 can be coupled to an inner area of the board 100 between the top portion 102 and the bottom portion 104 , or to an underside 401 ( FIG.
- one or more of the covering members 120 , 122 , 124 are removably coupled to their recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 .
- the pivoting members 125 , 126 are not utilized.
- a covering member 120 , 122 , 124 utilizing pivoting members 125 , 126 can also be removable as well.
- the covering members 120 , 122 , 124 are secured to either a top portion of the recessed area 114 , 116 , 118 , an inner portion of the recessed area 114 , 116 , 118 , or the top portion 102 of the board 100 by any type of fastening mechanism 219 (such as, but not limited to, latches, snaps, magnets, pressure fit, and/or the like) to prevent the covering members 120 , 122 , 124 from inadvertently allowing access or leakage into the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 .
- fastening mechanism 219 such as, but not limited to, latches, snaps, magnets, pressure fit, and/or the like
- a seal/gasket can circumscribe either a bottom face (oriented towards the recessed area 114 , 116 , 118 ) of the covering member 120 , 122 , 124 or a top perimeter (the portion of the recessed area the contacts the covering member) of the recessed area 114 , 116 , 118 .
- This seal/gasket also helps provide a water tight seal when the covering member 120 , 122 , 124 is in a closed position.
- the covering members 120 , 122 , 124 can also be configured to partially open and close.
- the covering members 120 , 122 , 124 can be configured to lock/stay at any position between a fully closed position and a fully open position with respect to the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 .
- the user is able to place an item (e.g., media player, tablet, cellular phone, etc.) on top of a covering member 120 , 122 , 124 and transition the covering member 120 , 122 , 124 to an angled position (or vice versa). This allows the user to better view the item while standing, sitting, etc.
- an item e.g., media player, tablet, cellular phone, etc.
- the covering members 120 , 122 , 124 can include a friction providing material that prevents the item from slipping off of the covering member 120 , 122 , 124 when positioned at an angle.
- the covering members 120 , 122 , 124 can also include one or more fasteners such as, but not limited to, hook and loop fasteners, magnets, snap fasteners, and the like to retain the item.
- the top portion 102 of the board 100 also comprises one or more receiving areas 128 where one or more individuals are able to stand/sit/lay/kneel on the board 100 .
- the receiving area(s) 128 is one continuous area disposed on the top portion 102 of the board 100 between the front and rear portions 106 , 108 of the board 100 .
- one or more of the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 are situated within the receiving area 128 .
- the receiving area 128 can be situated on substantially the entire top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- the receiving area is composed of multiple receiving areas.
- a first receiving area can be situated on the top portion 102 towards the front portion 106 of the board 100 and in front (towards the front portion 106 ) of a first recessed area 114 .
- a second receiving area (not shown) can be situated behind (towards the rear portion 108 ) a second recessed area 122 and in front of (towards the front portion 106 ) a third recessed area 124 .
- a first receiving area is smaller in length (where length is oriented from front portion 106 to rear portion 108 and width is oriented from first side portion 110 to second side portion 112 ) than a second receiving area.
- first and second receiving areas may also comprise recessed areas similar to the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 discussed above to provide additional storage space. It should be noted these configurations (e.g., locations and sizes) of the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 and the receiving area(s) 128 are only one non-limiting example and other configurations are applicable as well.
- the receiving area(s) 128 is comprised of a cushion and/or friction providing material 502 ( FIG. 5 ). This material provides comfort for the individual(s) and also helps to counteract any type of slippage that may occur from water.
- one or more of the covering members 120 , 122 , 124 also comprise the cushion and/or friction providing material.
- one or more regions 504 ( FIG. 5 ) of the cushion and/or friction providing material 502 ( FIG. 5 ) comprise one or more heating components 506 ( FIG. 5 ), which is discussed in greater detail below with respect to FIG. 5 .
- one or more handle members 130 are provided on the board 100 .
- FIGS. 1-2 show a handle member 130 as being situated in the receiving area 128 where the handle member 130 is recessed inward from the top portion 102 towards the bottom portion 104 .
- the handle member(s) 130 can be situated on any of the top, bottom, front, rear, and side portions 102 , 104 , 106 , 108 , 110 , 112 of the board 100 .
- the handle member 130 is not required to be recessed.
- the handle member 130 can also extend outwards from the board 100 as well.
- the handle member 130 can comprise molded areas that contour a user's fingers.
- the handle member 130 comprises a retractable member (not shown) that rests substantially flush with the top portion 102 of the board when in a resting position (i.e., not being pressed down by a user when carrying the board 100 ).
- the retractable member retracts inward into the recessed area of the handle member 130 .
- the retractable member can comprise various energy storing components such as (but not limited to) springs, elastics, etc. that provide the retracting capability of the member.
- the board 100 also comprises one or more audio devices 132 , 134 .
- FIG. 1 shows one or more audio devices 132 , 134 such as speakers situated towards the front portion 106 of the board 100 in front of the first recessed area 114 (e.g., in between the recessed area 114 and the front portion 106 of the board 100 ).
- the audio devices 132 , 134 can be situated anywhere on the board 100 .
- the audio devices 132 , 134 extend above the top portion 102 of the board 100 and can be rotated/turned as desired by the user.
- the audio devices 132 , 134 are substantially flush (or recessed) with the top surface 102 .
- the audio devices 132 , 134 can also be retractable such that when in one position they extend above the top portion 102 of the board 100 and in another position they are substantially flush (or below) with the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- the audio devices 132 , 134 in one embodiment, are disposed within corresponding recessed areas 205 , 207 , as shown in FIG. 2 . It should be noted that the audio devices 132 , 134 , in one embodiment, are waterproof and/or are encapsulated in a waterproof housing. Also, the audio devices 132 , 134 can be removable and/or wireless and can be coupled to one or more devices.
- One or more coupling mechanisms 138 , 140 such as, but not limited to hooks, loops, magnets, hook and loop fasteners, and/or the like are situated on the top portion 102 (or any of the other portions 104 , 106 , 108 , 110 , 112 ) of the board 100 .
- These coupling mechanisms 138 , 140 can be collapsible/retractable such that a user can collapse/retract them into the board 100 when not in use. In one embodiment, when the coupling mechanisms 138 , 140 are in a collapsed/retracted state they are substantially flush with the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- the coupling mechanisms 138 , 140 comprise a base portion (not shown) that extends into the top portion 102 of the board 102 .
- a coupling member (not shown) is pivotably coupled to the base portion such that the user can rotate the coupling member upward (away from the bottom portion 104 of the board 100 ) so that one or more items can be coupled thereto.
- the coupling member can be rotated downward (towards the bottom portion 104 of the board 100 ) so that the coupling member is substantially flush with the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- the coupling mechanism(s) 138 , 140 can be removably coupled to a receiving area 209 ( FIG. 2 ) (e.g., cavity) within the top portion 102 of the board 100 so that the user can dynamically configure the location of the coupling mechanisms 138 , 140 .
- these coupling mechanisms 138 , 140 are shown situated near the front portion 106 in front of the audio devices 132 , 134 . However, this is only one non-limiting example of where the coupling mechanisms 138 , 140 can be situated. These coupling mechanisms 138 , 140 allow the user to couple various items to the board such as, but not limited to, one or more other boards, an anchor, a retaining member such as a cargo net, and the like. Also, one or more retaining/coupling members 142 , 144 , such as (but not limited) to a cleat, or leash plugs 302 , 304 ( FIG.
- FIG. 3 can be situated within a cleat receiving area/cavity 141 or a leash plug receiving area/cavity 215 , respectively, on the board 100 as well.
- FIG. 1 shows a plurality of cleats 142 , 144 situated around an outside perimeter of the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- these cleats 142 , 144 can be located anywhere on the board 100 .
- FIG. 3 shows the leash plugs 302 , 304 being disposed between the rear most recessed area 118 and the rear portion 108 of the board 100 .
- One of the leash plugs 302 is disposed towards the first side portion 110 and the other leash plug 304 is disposed towards the second side portion 112 , thereby allowing the user to couple a leash to his/her right or left ankle.
- the cleats 142 , 144 are configured to receive and retain storage components, which allow a user to store and retain items on and/or above the top portion 102 of the board.
- one or more cargo nets 145 can be secured to the board 100 via the cleats 142 , 144 .
- other storage components such as, but not limited to, storage containers can also be coupled to and retained by the cleats 142 , 144 .
- the cleats 142 , 144 are removably coupled to a receiving area 141 so that the user can dynamically configure the location of the cleats 142 , 144 .
- the cleats 142 , 144 are collapsible/retractable such that at least a portion of the cleats 142 , 144 can be dynamically transitioned in and out of board 100 . This allows, for example, a user to more easily couple an item to a cleat 142 , 144 . The user can then retract the cleat 142 , 144 such that it is substantially flush with the top portion 102 of the board 100 , or partially extends above the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- the cleats 142 , 144 are discussed in greater detail below with respect to FIG. 6 .
- the board 100 also comprises one or more illumination devices 146 .
- a continuous lighting device 146 such as, but not limited to, a rope light that circumscribes an outer perimeter of the board 100 along the first and second side portions 110 , 112 .
- the one or more illumination devices 146 are not required to be continuous nor are they required to circumscribe an outer perimeter of the board 100 .
- multiple single lights or any other configuration of lights can be situated anywhere on the board 100 .
- the illumination device 146 in one embodiment, is molded between the top portion 102 and the bottom portion 104 of the board 100 .
- the illumination device 146 can “snap-in” around the side portions 110 , 112 circumscribing the board 100 for easy removal.
- the board 100 comprises lighting systems (and other systems) as required by federal and/or local agencies such as the United States Coast Guard.
- FIG. 1 further shows a retaining member 152 that is disposed on the top portion 102 of the board 100 . It should be noted that this retaining member 152 can be disposed anywhere on the board. The retaining member 152 is discussed in greater detail below with respect to FIG. 7 .
- FIG. 1 also shows that the board 100 , in one embodiment, comprises a retaining area 148 including one or more navigational aids 150 .
- this area 148 can comprise a compass, a clock, a global positioning satellite (GPS) device, etc.
- GPS global positioning satellite
- the navigational aid(s) 150 resides within the board 100 and is substantially flush with the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- the navigational aid(s) 150 can be encapsulated such that it is protected from water.
- this area 148 is configured to pivotably retain a navigational aid(s) 150 .
- the navigational aid(s) 150 can be disposed on a pivotable cover (not shown) that swivels/rotates the navigational aid(s) 150 into a cavity 211 ( FIG. 2 ) of the retaining area 148 .
- the cover When rotated into the cavity 211 , the cover is substantially flush with the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- the navigational aid(s) 150 is protected from any hazards, such as water, since the navigational aid(s) 150 is within the cavity 211 and the cover creates a water-tight seal with the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- the retaining area 148 can also be configured to receive and maintain various mobile devices such as, but not limited to, smart phones, tablet computing devices, cellular phones, media players, etc. It should be noted that the retaining area 148 can be disposed anywhere on the board 100 and is not limited to only comprising navigational aids.
- the retaining area 148 can comprise various mechanisms to couple an item thereto. For example, hook and loop fasteners, snap fasteners, and the like can be used to couple an item to the receiving area. In addition, an item can be coupled to the receiving area 148 by pressure as well.
- the board 100 also comprises one or more additional recessed areas (not shown) that are configured to retain one or more containers such as, but not limited to, a water bottle, a beverage can, etc.
- the one or more additional recessed areas extend from the top portion 102 of the board 100 towards the bottom portion 104 of the board 100 .
- These additional recessed areas in one embodiment, comprise a retractable member on which a bottom area of a container rests. The retractable member transitions within the recessed area when a container is inserted therein. As the container is removed from the recessed area the retractable member transitions upward towards the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- the retractable member When the recessed area is empty (i.e., a container is not inserted therein) the retractable member is substantially flush with the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- the recessed areas do not comprises a retractable member and a removable cover can be used to cover the recessed area.
- FIG. 2 shows a more detailed exploded view of the board 100 illustrated in FIG. 1 .
- the board 100 comprises a top portion 102 , a bottom portion 104 , a front portion 106 , a rear portion 108 , a first side portion 110 , and a second side portion 112 .
- the front portion 106 and rear portion 108 are situated at opposite ends of the board 100 and are coupled to each other via the side portions 110 , 112 .
- Each of the top and bottom portions 102 , 104 can be made from various materials such as, but not limited to, fiberglass, epoxies, resins, polyurethane foam, wood, composites, and/or the like.
- the bottom portion 104 comprises an area 208 for receiving the one or more stabilizing fins 109 .
- the stabilizing fin 109 is molded to the bottom portion 104 .
- FIG. 2 also shows the one or more recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 in more detail.
- the one or more recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 extend from the top portion 102 inward/downward towards the bottom portion 104 (also shown in FIGS. 3-4 ) of the board 100 .
- one or more covering members 120 , 122 , 124 are removable to provide a dry well for a user as shown in FIG. 3 .
- a user is able to sit on the receiving area(s) 128 and place his/her feet within one or more of the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 (which can positioned anywhere on the board 100 ) for added comfort and stability.
- one or more of the more recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 can be removable so that the user can take the recessed area with him/her for security and/or to use a carrying device.
- one or more of the more recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 can be formed as part of the board 100 as well.
- one or more of the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 can comprise insulated walls (where the corresponding covering member 120 , 122 , 124 is also insulated). This allows the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 to act as a cooler.
- the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 are also optionally removable so the user can transport the “cooler”.
- one or more of the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 can comprises various docks/ports coupled to a power source 203 and/or the audio devices 132 , 134 .
- This devices such as, but not limited to, wireless communication device, media devices such as an MP3 player, computing devices, navigational devices, and the like to be coupled to the power source 203 , the audio devices 132 , 134 , and other components of the board 100 .
- the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 can also be configured with multiple compartments 204 , 206 as shown in FIG. 2 and FIG. 3 .
- FIG. 3 shows that at least one retaining member 118 is divided into two or more sections 204 , 206 .
- the corresponding covering member 124 can also be divided into multiple sections, each section corresponding to at least one section 204 , 206 of the retaining member. Each section of the covering member 124 can be independently opened and closed.
- the number of sections of the retaining member(s) 118 and/or covering member(s) 124 is configurable by the user.
- One or more of the recessed areas 114 , 116 , 118 can comprise a housing that secures and waterproofs one or more power sources 203 such as batteries. These batteries can be common non-rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries. If rechargeable batteries are used one or more photovoltaic cells can be situated on the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- the power source(s) 203 can provide power to the audio devices 132 , 134 if needed, the illumination devices 146 , a user's wireless communication device, media player and/or the like.
- the power source 203 can be electrically coupled to one or more of the cleat receiving areas 141 ( FIG. 1 ) and/or the leash plug receiving area 215 ( FIG. 3 ).
- This allows various types of electrically accessories to be “plugged” into the board 100 .
- additional illumination devices such as a light pole similar to those used on boats for navigational and safety purposes can be easily “plugged” into a receiving area 141 , 215 and illuminated.
- all of the electrical components of the board 100 are sealed and waterproof such that the board 100 can be submerged in water without being affected.
- FIG. 4 shows that in one embodiment, a lower portion/underside 401 (the portion facing the bottom portion 104 ) of the top portion 102 comprises a plurality of optional supporting members 403 , 405 , 407 , 409 , that substantially span the length and width of the top portion 102 .
- at least a first support member 403 is situated towards a first side portion 410 of the board's top portion 102 .
- At least a second support member 405 is situated towards a second side portion 412 of the board's top portion 412 substantially parallel and opposite to the first support member 403 .
- These support members 403 , 405 span the length of the board (i.e., front to rear).
- At least a third support member 407 is situated towards a front portion 406 of the board's top portion 102 substantially perpendicular to the first and second support members 403 , 405 .
- At least a fourth support member 409 is situated towards a rear portion 408 of the board's top portion 102 substantially perpendicular to the first and second support members 403 , 405 and substantially opposite and parallel to the third support member 407 .
- These support members 407 , 409 span the width of the board (i.e., from side to side).
- the first and second support members 403 , 405 contact the third and fourth support members 407 , 409 .
- FIG. 4 shows additional support members 413 , 415 , 417 disposed between the first, second, third, and fourth support members 403 , 405 , 407 , 409 .
- the supporting members provide rigidity to the top portion 102 (and bottom portion 104 ) of the board 100 .
- an upper portion 210 (the portion facing the top portion 102 ) of the board's bottom portion 104 can similarly comprise supporting members as well.
- these optional supporting members 412 , 414 can create a bulkhead configuration (sealed compartments/sections) within the inner structure of the board 100 .
- the third and fourth support members 407 , 409 are perpendicular to and contact the first and second support members 403 , 405 , the space between the third and fourth support members 407 , 409 is sealed off from the other portions of the board 100 .
- the space between the top portion 102 and bottom portion 104 of the board 100 is hollow.
- one or more areas between the top portion 102 and bottom portion 104 of the board 100 comprises a buoyant material such as, but not limited to, fiberglass, epoxies, resins, polyurethane foam, wood, composites, and/or the like.
- a combination of hollow and solid regions exists between the top portion 102 and bottom portion 104 of the board 100 .
- FIG. 5 shows a more detailed view of the cushion and/or friction providing material 502 .
- a heating component 506 is disposed on (or in) one or more areas 504 of a bottom surface 503 of the material 502 between recessed areas 114 and 116 .
- the heating component(s) 506 can be disposed anywhere on or within the material 502 . It should be noted that the heating component(s) 506 can also be disposed within the top portion 102 of the board 100 as well.
- the heating component(s) 506 can be battery powered, solar powered, and/or coupled to a power source 203 provided on the board 100 .
- the heating component(s) 506 further comprises one or more activation devices 508 such as a switch (via one or more electrical connections 510 ) that allows the user to turn on and turn off the heating component(s) 506 .
- FIG. 6 shows a more detailed view of a coupling member/cleat 142 .
- the cleat 142 comprises a generally cylindrical member 602 .
- the cylindrical member 602 is insertable into a receiving area 141 such as a corresponding cavity within the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- a first end 604 of the cylindrical member 602 comprises a flanged or annular member 606 .
- This member 606 comprises a diameter that is larger than the diameter of the cylindrical member 602 .
- a bottom surface 603 of the annular member 606 rests on top of (i.e., contacts) a top surface 103 ( FIG. 1 ) of the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- An inner area 608 of the annular member 606 comprises a receiving member 610 that allows various items to be coupled to the cleat 142 .
- the receiving member 610 can be configured to receive various fastening mechanisms such as, but not limited, a hook, a carabineer, rope, snap-in fasteners, and the like.
- the receiving member 610 is removable from the annular member 606 and can be interchanged with other receiving members 610 .
- the receiving member 610 can be removed to expose one or more electrical contacts within the cylindrical member 602 . This allows one or more components to be “plugged” into the cleat 142 to obtain an electrical connection with a power source 203 (discussed above) residing on the board 100 or to provide a power source to other components.
- a top portion 612 of the receiving member 610 can be flush with or extend above a top portion 614 of the annular member 606 .
- the receiving member 610 is retractable.
- a portion (not shown) of the receiving member 610 resides within the cylindrical member 602 when the receiving member 610 is in a retracted position. When in an extended position at least one region of this portion extends above the top portion 614 of the annular member 606 .
- an optional annular member 616 is insertable into a bottom portion 617 of the cylindrical member 602 . This seals the bottom portion 617 of the cylindrical member 602 , thereby preventing any material from entering the cylindrical member 602 .
- the cylindrical member 602 and the annular member 616 are formed as a single piece and are not separate. It should be noted that other configurations of the cleat 142 than that shown in FIG. 6 are also applicable as well.
- FIG. 7 shows a more detailed view of the retaining member 152 .
- the retaining member 152 comprises a base 702 .
- the base 702 comprises one or more fastening members 704 , such as (but not limited to), a screw, a bolt, a snap fastener, etc., that removably couples the retaining member 152 to the board 100 .
- at least the base portion 702 of the retaining member 152 can be formed as part of the board 100 as well.
- the one or more fastening members 704 extend outwards from a bottom surface 706 of the base 702 .
- the base 102 comprises a first annular member 708 and a second annular member 710 .
- the first annular member 708 comprises a diameter that is larger than a diameter of the second annular member 710 .
- the second annular member 710 extends from a top portion 712 of the first annular member 708 .
- the second annular member 710 comprises a recessed area 714 that is configured to receive a first end (not shown) of a first elongated member 716 .
- the first elongated member 716 also comprises a second end 718 that is opposite the first end. In one embodiment, the first elongated member 716 is removably coupled to the second annular member 710 .
- a locking mechanism 720 such as (but not limited to) a pin, can be used to removably couple the first end of the first elongated member 716 to the second annular member 710 .
- the first elongated member 706 is fixed/secured to the base 102 .
- the first elongated member 716 can be removed from the base 102 and other items can be coupled to the base 102 if desired.
- other locking mechanism can be used besides that shown in FIG. 7 .
- the first elongated member 716 and the second annular member 710 can comprise threaded members (not shown) that engage each other.
- a second elongated member 722 is coupled to the first elongated member 716 .
- the second elongated member 722 and the first elongated member 716 are coupled to each other at an intersecting angle.
- the second elongated member 722 in one embodiment, is rotatably/pivotably coupled to the first elongated member 716 by one or more pivot points 723 . This allows the second elongated member 722 to pivot about the first elongated member 716 .
- the second elongated member 722 can also be removably coupled to the first elongated member 716 . This allows for other items to be coupled to the first elongated member 716 either in a fixed or rotatable fashion.
- the second annular member 710 is rotatably coupled to the first annular member 708 .
- the first and second elongated members 716 , 722 can be fixably or rotatably coupled to each other. This allows the second annular member 710 , the first elongated member 716 , and/or the second elongated member 722 to rotate about the first annular member 708 .
- the second elongated member 722 When the second elongated member 722 is in a non-rotated position with respect to the first elongated member 716 , a first end 724 of the second elongated member 722 extends above the second end 718 of the first elongated member 716 and a second end 726 of the second elongated member 722 faces the top portion 102 of the board 100 .
- the second elongated member 722 comprises a cavity 728 that extends from the first end 724 of the second elongated member 722 at least partially down towards the second end 726 .
- first end 724 of the second elongated member 722 to receive items such as, but not limited to, a fishing rod, or any other item. Because the second annular member 710 is rotatably coupled to the first annular member 708 and/or because the first and second elongated members 716 , 722 are rotatably coupled to each other, any item retained within the second elongated member 722 can rotate about the board 100 as well.
- the power source 203 discussed above is electrically coupled to the retaining member 152 .
- the second elongated member 722 (or any other portion of the retaining member 152 ) can comprise one or more electrical contacts that are electrically coupled to the power source 203 via a set of wires that are disposed within the board 100 . Therefore, a user is able to electrically couple items into the second elongated member 722 of the retaining member 152 to provide power to the item.
- a cavity 201 FIG. 2
- a cavity 201 that receives a portion of the retaining member 152 to couple the member 152 to the board 100 can also comprise one or more electrical contacts electrically coupled to the power source 203 . Therefore, the user can remove the retaining member 152 and electrically couple an item to the cavity 201 .
Abstract
An aquatic sport board includes a top portion and a bottom portion. The bottom portion is coupled to the top portion by a first side portion and a second side potion. The first portion and the second portion taper inward towards a front portion and a rear portion of the top and bottom portions. Recessed areas are situated on the top portion and extend inward towards the bottom portion. A plurality of sections is situated between the top portion and the bottom portion. Each section in the plurality of sections is sealed off from one another.
Description
- This application is based upon and claims priority to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/206,220 filed Aug. 9, 2011, which is based upon and claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61/372,305 filed Aug. 10, 2010, each of these patent applications are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety.
- The present invention generally relates to aquatic sport boards, and more particularly relates to paddleboards.
- Aquatic sport boards such as paddleboards have been in existence for many years. A paddleboard comprises the general shape of a surfboard, but is usually much larger in size. Paddleboards allow an individual to either lie down on the board and propel his/herself using a swimming motion or stand/kneel on the board and propel his/herself using a paddle.
- In one embodiment, an aquatic sport board is disclosed. The aquatic sport board comprises a top portion and a bottom portion. The bottom portion is coupled to the top portion by a first side portion and a second side potion. The first portion and the second portion taper inward towards a front portion and a rear portion of the top and bottom portions. Recessed areas are situated on the top portion and extend inward towards the bottom portion. A plurality of sections is situated between the top portion and the bottom portion. Each section in the plurality of sections is sealed off from one another.
- In another embodiment, an aquatic sport board comprises a top portion and a bottom portion. The bottom portion is coupled to the top portion by a first side portion and a second side potion. The first and second side portions taper inward toward a front portion and a rear portion of the top and bottom portions. A plurality of recessed areas is situated on the top portion extending inwards toward the bottom portion. At least one power source is disposed in at least one of the recessed areas in the plurality of recessed areas. At least one cavity is disposed within the top portion. At least one of the cavities comprises an electrical contact that is electrically coupled to the power source. At least one audio emitting device is situated in at least the top portion. At least one illuminating device circumscribes at least the first side portion and the second side portion. The at least one illuminating device is electrically coupled to the power source. At least one coupling mechanism is situated on the top portion between a first recessed area in the plurality of recessed areas and the front portion. At least a portion of the at least one coupling mechanism collapses/retracts into the top portion. At least one cavity is disposed on an outer perimeter of the top portion. The at least one cavity is configured to receive at least one coupling member. At least one storage component is coupled to the at least one coupling member and to at least one other coupling member situated within in at least one other cavity disposed on the outer perimeter of the top portion.
- The accompanying figures where like reference numerals refer to identical or functionally similar elements throughout the separate views, and which together with the detailed description below are incorporated in and form part of the specification, serve to further illustrate various embodiments and to explain various principles and advantages all in accordance with the present invention, in which:
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FIG. 1 is a top side view of an aquatic sport board according to one embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 2 is top exploded view of the aquatic sport board ofFIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 3 is a top rear side view of the aquatic sport board ofFIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 4 is an exploded view of the aquatic sport board ofFIG. 1 illustrating a bottom view of a top portion of the board and a top view of a bottom portion of the board according to one embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 5 is a bottom view of a material comprising one or more heating elements that can be disposed on a top portion of the aquatic sport board ofFIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 6 is a side top view of one example of a coupling member that can be disposed on the aquatic sport board ofFIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present invention; and -
FIG. 7 is a side view of one example of a rotatable retaining member that can be disposed on the aquatic sport board ofFIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present invention. - As required, detailed embodiments of the present invention are disclosed herein; however, it is to be understood that the disclosed embodiments are merely exemplary of the invention, which can be embodied in various forms. Therefore, specific structural and functional details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but merely as a basis for the claims and as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art to variously employ the present invention in virtually any appropriately detailed structure. Further, the terms and phrases used herein are not intended to be limiting; but rather, to provide an understandable description of the invention.
- The terms “a” or “an”, as used herein, are defined as one as or more than one. The term plurality, as used herein, is defined as two as or more than two. Plural and singular terms are the same unless expressly stated otherwise. The term another, as used herein, is defined as at least a second or more. The terms including and/or having, as used herein, are defined as comprising (i.e., open language). The term coupled, as used herein, is defined as connected, although not necessarily directly, and not necessarily mechanically.
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FIGS. 1-4 illustrate various examples of anaquatic sport board 100 such as a paddleboard according to one or more embodiments of the present invention. In particular,FIG. 1 shows a top side view of anaquatic sport board 100. Theboard 100 ofFIG. 1 comprises atop portion 102, abottom portion 104, afront portion 106, arear portion 108, afirst side portion 110, and asecond side portion 112. In one embodiment, the first andsecond side portions front portion 106 and therear portion 108. Thetop portion 102, in one embodiment, is the portion of theboard 100 on which the user stands, sits, kneels, etc. Stated differently, thetop portion 102 of theboard 100 supports the user. Thebottom portion 104, in this embodiment, is the portion of theboard 100 that faces the water when in use by the user. Thefront portion 106 andrear portion 108 are situated at opposite ends of theboard 100 and are coupled to each other via theside portions first side portion 110 and thesecond side portion 112 are situated across from each other and taper inwards towards the front andrear portions members 109, in one embodiment, extend outwards from thebottom portion 104 and help stabilize theboard 100 in water. In one embodiment, the one or more stabilizingmembers 109 are situated towards therear portion 108 of theboard 100. However, one or more stabilizingmembers 109 can be situated anywhere on thebottom portion 104 of theboard 100. - In one embodiment, the
board 100 comprises one or more recessedareas FIGS. 2-4 ) withoptional covering members areas areas top portion 102 inward towards thebottom portion 104, as shown inFIGS. 2-5 . In one embodiment, one or more of the recessedareas areas board 100. Theoptional covering members areas areas FIG. 2 ), such as (but not limited to a lock, latch, pressure fittings, etc.) can be disposed on a portion of recessedareas members area - One or more of the covering
members area more pivoting members members member area members member area member top portion 102 of theboard 100. The one ormore pivoting members areas member area member board 100 between thetop portion 102 and thebottom portion 104, or to an underside 401 (FIG. 4 ) of thetop portion 102 or an upper side 210 (FIG. 2 ) of thebottom portion 104. It should be noted that other ways of coupling the pivotingmembers board 100 and the coveringmembers - In another embodiment, one or more of the covering
members areas members member members members area area top portion 102 of theboard 100 by any type of fastening mechanism 219 (such as, but not limited to, latches, snaps, magnets, pressure fit, and/or the like) to prevent the coveringmembers areas area member area member - The covering
members members areas member member members member members - The
top portion 102 of theboard 100 also comprises one ormore receiving areas 128 where one or more individuals are able to stand/sit/lay/kneel on theboard 100. In one example, the receiving area(s) 128 is one continuous area disposed on thetop portion 102 of theboard 100 between the front andrear portions board 100. In this example, one or more of the recessedareas area 128. In another example, the receivingarea 128 can be situated on substantially the entiretop portion 102 of theboard 100. In yet another example, the receiving area is composed of multiple receiving areas. For example, a first receiving area can be situated on thetop portion 102 towards thefront portion 106 of theboard 100 and in front (towards the front portion 106) of a first recessedarea 114. A second receiving area (not shown) can be situated behind (towards the rear portion 108) a second recessedarea 122 and in front of (towards the front portion 106) a third recessedarea 124. However, other configurations are applicable as well. In one embodiment, a first receiving area is smaller in length (where length is oriented fromfront portion 106 torear portion 108 and width is oriented fromfirst side portion 110 to second side portion 112) than a second receiving area. Additionally, the first and second receiving areas may also comprise recessed areas similar to the recessedareas areas - The receiving area(s) 128, in one embodiment, is comprised of a cushion and/or friction providing material 502 (
FIG. 5 ). This material provides comfort for the individual(s) and also helps to counteract any type of slippage that may occur from water. In one embodiment, one or more of the coveringmembers FIG. 5 ) of the cushion and/or friction providing material 502 (FIG. 5 ) comprise one or more heating components 506 (FIG. 5 ), which is discussed in greater detail below with respect toFIG. 5 . - In one embodiment, one or
more handle members 130 are provided on theboard 100.FIGS. 1-2 show ahandle member 130 as being situated in the receivingarea 128 where thehandle member 130 is recessed inward from thetop portion 102 towards thebottom portion 104. However, this is only one example, as the handle member(s) 130 can be situated on any of the top, bottom, front, rear, andside portions board 100. Also, thehandle member 130 is not required to be recessed. For example, thehandle member 130 can also extend outwards from theboard 100 as well. - In addition, the
handle member 130 can comprise molded areas that contour a user's fingers. In one embodiment, thehandle member 130 comprises a retractable member (not shown) that rests substantially flush with thetop portion 102 of the board when in a resting position (i.e., not being pressed down by a user when carrying the board 100). In this example, as the user inserts his/her fingers or hand into thehandle member 130 the retractable member retracts inward into the recessed area of thehandle member 130. As the user removes his/her hand from thehandle member 130 the retractable member automatically transitions back towards thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. The retractable member can comprise various energy storing components such as (but not limited to) springs, elastics, etc. that provide the retracting capability of the member. - The
board 100, in one embodiment, also comprises one or moreaudio devices FIG. 1 shows one or moreaudio devices front portion 106 of theboard 100 in front of the first recessed area 114 (e.g., in between the recessedarea 114 and thefront portion 106 of the board 100). However, theaudio devices board 100. In one embodiment, theaudio devices top portion 102 of theboard 100 and can be rotated/turned as desired by the user. Alternatively, theaudio devices top surface 102. Theaudio devices top portion 102 of theboard 100 and in another position they are substantially flush (or below) with thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. Theaudio devices areas FIG. 2 . It should be noted that theaudio devices audio devices - One or
more coupling mechanisms other portions board 100. Thesecoupling mechanisms board 100 when not in use. In one embodiment, when thecoupling mechanisms top portion 102 of theboard 100. In one embodiment, thecoupling mechanisms top portion 102 of theboard 102. A coupling member (not shown) is pivotably coupled to the base portion such that the user can rotate the coupling member upward (away from thebottom portion 104 of the board 100) so that one or more items can be coupled thereto. When not in use, the coupling member can be rotated downward (towards thebottom portion 104 of the board 100) so that the coupling member is substantially flush with thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. It should be noted that the coupling mechanism(s) 138, 140 can be removably coupled to a receiving area 209 (FIG. 2 ) (e.g., cavity) within thetop portion 102 of theboard 100 so that the user can dynamically configure the location of thecoupling mechanisms - In the example of
FIG. 1 thesecoupling mechanisms front portion 106 in front of theaudio devices coupling mechanisms coupling mechanisms coupling members FIG. 3 ) can be situated within a cleat receiving area/cavity 141 or a leash plug receiving area/cavity 215, respectively, on theboard 100 as well. For example,FIG. 1 shows a plurality ofcleats top portion 102 of theboard 100. However, thesecleats board 100.FIG. 3 shows the leash plugs 302, 304 being disposed between the rear most recessedarea 118 and therear portion 108 of theboard 100. One of the leash plugs 302 is disposed towards thefirst side portion 110 and theother leash plug 304 is disposed towards thesecond side portion 112, thereby allowing the user to couple a leash to his/her right or left ankle. - The
cleats top portion 102 of the board. For example, one ormore cargo nets 145 can be secured to theboard 100 via thecleats cleats cleats area 141 so that the user can dynamically configure the location of thecleats cleats cleats board 100. This allows, for example, a user to more easily couple an item to acleat cleat top portion 102 of theboard 100, or partially extends above thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. Thecleats FIG. 6 . - The
board 100, in one embodiment, also comprises one ormore illumination devices 146. For example,FIG. 1 shows that acontinuous lighting device 146 such as, but not limited to, a rope light that circumscribes an outer perimeter of theboard 100 along the first andsecond side portions more illumination devices 146 are not required to be continuous nor are they required to circumscribe an outer perimeter of theboard 100. For example, multiple single lights or any other configuration of lights can be situated anywhere on theboard 100. Theillumination device 146, in one embodiment, is molded between thetop portion 102 and thebottom portion 104 of theboard 100. However, in another embodiment, theillumination device 146 can “snap-in” around theside portions board 100 for easy removal. In one embodiment, theboard 100 comprises lighting systems (and other systems) as required by federal and/or local agencies such as the United States Coast Guard. -
FIG. 1 further shows a retainingmember 152 that is disposed on thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. It should be noted that this retainingmember 152 can be disposed anywhere on the board. The retainingmember 152 is discussed in greater detail below with respect toFIG. 7 .FIG. 1 also shows that theboard 100, in one embodiment, comprises a retainingarea 148 including one or morenavigational aids 150. For example, thisarea 148 can comprise a compass, a clock, a global positioning satellite (GPS) device, etc. In one embodiment, the navigational aid(s) 150 resides within theboard 100 and is substantially flush with thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. The navigational aid(s) 150 can be encapsulated such that it is protected from water. In one embodiment, thisarea 148 is configured to pivotably retain a navigational aid(s) 150. For example, within thisarea 148, the navigational aid(s) 150 can be disposed on a pivotable cover (not shown) that swivels/rotates the navigational aid(s) 150 into a cavity 211 (FIG. 2 ) of the retainingarea 148. When rotated into thecavity 211, the cover is substantially flush with thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. In this orientation, the navigational aid(s) 150 is protected from any hazards, such as water, since the navigational aid(s) 150 is within thecavity 211 and the cover creates a water-tight seal with thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. The user is then able to pivot/swivel the navigational aid(s) 150 back around for interaction therewith. In another embodiment, the navigational aid(s) 150 is removable and interchangeable as well. The retainingarea 148 can also be configured to receive and maintain various mobile devices such as, but not limited to, smart phones, tablet computing devices, cellular phones, media players, etc. It should be noted that the retainingarea 148 can be disposed anywhere on theboard 100 and is not limited to only comprising navigational aids. The retainingarea 148 can comprise various mechanisms to couple an item thereto. For example, hook and loop fasteners, snap fasteners, and the like can be used to couple an item to the receiving area. In addition, an item can be coupled to the receivingarea 148 by pressure as well. - In another embodiment, the
board 100 also comprises one or more additional recessed areas (not shown) that are configured to retain one or more containers such as, but not limited to, a water bottle, a beverage can, etc. In this embodiment, the one or more additional recessed areas extend from thetop portion 102 of theboard 100 towards thebottom portion 104 of theboard 100. These additional recessed areas, in one embodiment, comprise a retractable member on which a bottom area of a container rests. The retractable member transitions within the recessed area when a container is inserted therein. As the container is removed from the recessed area the retractable member transitions upward towards thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. When the recessed area is empty (i.e., a container is not inserted therein) the retractable member is substantially flush with thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. In another embodiment, the recessed areas do not comprises a retractable member and a removable cover can be used to cover the recessed area. -
FIG. 2 shows a more detailed exploded view of theboard 100 illustrated inFIG. 1 . As can be seen inFIG. 2 , theboard 100 comprises atop portion 102, abottom portion 104, afront portion 106, arear portion 108, afirst side portion 110, and asecond side portion 112. Thefront portion 106 andrear portion 108 are situated at opposite ends of theboard 100 and are coupled to each other via theside portions bottom portions bottom portion 104 comprises anarea 208 for receiving the one or more stabilizingfins 109. However, in another embodiment, the stabilizingfin 109 is molded to thebottom portion 104. -
FIG. 2 also shows the one or more recessedareas FIG. 2 , the one or more recessedareas top portion 102 inward/downward towards the bottom portion 104 (also shown inFIGS. 3-4 ) of theboard 100. In one embodiment, one or more coveringmembers FIG. 3 . For example, a user is able to sit on the receiving area(s) 128 and place his/her feet within one or more of the recessedareas areas areas board 100 as well. Also, one or more of the recessedareas member areas areas areas power source 203 and/or theaudio devices power source 203, theaudio devices board 100. - It should be noted that the recessed
areas multiple compartments FIG. 2 andFIG. 3 . For example,FIG. 3 shows that at least one retainingmember 118 is divided into two ormore sections member 124 can also be divided into multiple sections, each section corresponding to at least onesection member 124 can be independently opened and closed. In another embodiment, the number of sections of the retaining member(s) 118 and/or covering member(s) 124 is configurable by the user. One or more of the recessedareas more power sources 203 such as batteries. These batteries can be common non-rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries. If rechargeable batteries are used one or more photovoltaic cells can be situated on thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. The power source(s) 203 can provide power to theaudio devices illumination devices 146, a user's wireless communication device, media player and/or the like. - In another embodiment, the
power source 203 can be electrically coupled to one or more of the cleat receiving areas 141 (FIG. 1 ) and/or the leash plug receiving area 215 (FIG. 3 ). This allows various types of electrically accessories to be “plugged” into theboard 100. For example, additional illumination devices such as a light pole similar to those used on boats for navigational and safety purposes can be easily “plugged” into a receivingarea board 100 are sealed and waterproof such that theboard 100 can be submerged in water without being affected. - Referring now to
FIG. 4 ,FIG. 4 shows that in one embodiment, a lower portion/underside 401 (the portion facing the bottom portion 104) of thetop portion 102 comprises a plurality of optional supportingmembers top portion 102. In one embodiment, at least afirst support member 403 is situated towards afirst side portion 410 of the board'stop portion 102. At least asecond support member 405 is situated towards asecond side portion 412 of the board'stop portion 412 substantially parallel and opposite to thefirst support member 403. Thesesupport members third support member 407 is situated towards afront portion 406 of the board'stop portion 102 substantially perpendicular to the first andsecond support members fourth support member 409 is situated towards arear portion 408 of the board'stop portion 102 substantially perpendicular to the first andsecond support members third support member 407. Thesesupport members second support members fourth support members support members FIG. 4 showsadditional support members fourth support members - The supporting members provide rigidity to the top portion 102 (and bottom portion 104) of the
board 100. It should be noted that an upper portion 210 (the portion facing the top portion 102) of the board'sbottom portion 104 can similarly comprise supporting members as well. In addition, these optional supportingmembers 412, 414 can create a bulkhead configuration (sealed compartments/sections) within the inner structure of theboard 100. For example, because the third andfourth support members second support members fourth support members board 100. Therefore, if one section of theboard 100 becomes compromised and fills with water, the water is contained within that bulkhead section or compartment, thereby preventing theboard 100 from sinking. In one embodiment, the space between thetop portion 102 andbottom portion 104 of theboard 100 is hollow. In another embodiment, one or more areas between thetop portion 102 andbottom portion 104 of theboard 100 comprises a buoyant material such as, but not limited to, fiberglass, epoxies, resins, polyurethane foam, wood, composites, and/or the like. In yet another embodiment, a combination of hollow and solid regions exists between thetop portion 102 andbottom portion 104 of theboard 100. -
FIG. 5 shows a more detailed view of the cushion and/orfriction providing material 502. In particular,FIG. 5 shows that aheating component 506 is disposed on (or in) one ormore areas 504 of abottom surface 503 of the material 502 between recessedareas material 502. It should be noted that the heating component(s) 506 can also be disposed within thetop portion 102 of theboard 100 as well. The heating component(s) 506 can be battery powered, solar powered, and/or coupled to apower source 203 provided on theboard 100. The heating component(s) 506 further comprises one ormore activation devices 508 such as a switch (via one or more electrical connections 510) that allows the user to turn on and turn off the heating component(s) 506. -
FIG. 6 shows a more detailed view of a coupling member/cleat 142. In particular,FIG. 6 shows that thecleat 142 comprises a generallycylindrical member 602. Thecylindrical member 602 is insertable into a receivingarea 141 such as a corresponding cavity within thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. Afirst end 604 of thecylindrical member 602 comprises a flanged orannular member 606. Thismember 606 comprises a diameter that is larger than the diameter of thecylindrical member 602. When thecylindrical member 602 is inserted into acorresponding receiving area 141, abottom surface 603 of theannular member 606 rests on top of (i.e., contacts) a top surface 103 (FIG. 1 ) of thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. - An
inner area 608 of theannular member 606 comprises a receivingmember 610 that allows various items to be coupled to thecleat 142. The receivingmember 610 can be configured to receive various fastening mechanisms such as, but not limited, a hook, a carabineer, rope, snap-in fasteners, and the like. In one embodiment, the receivingmember 610 is removable from theannular member 606 and can be interchanged with other receivingmembers 610. Also, the receivingmember 610 can be removed to expose one or more electrical contacts within thecylindrical member 602. This allows one or more components to be “plugged” into thecleat 142 to obtain an electrical connection with a power source 203 (discussed above) residing on theboard 100 or to provide a power source to other components. - A
top portion 612 of the receivingmember 610 can be flush with or extend above atop portion 614 of theannular member 606. In another embodiment, the receivingmember 610 is retractable. In this embodiment, a portion (not shown) of the receivingmember 610 resides within thecylindrical member 602 when the receivingmember 610 is in a retracted position. When in an extended position at least one region of this portion extends above thetop portion 614 of theannular member 606. - In one embodiment, an optional
annular member 616 is insertable into abottom portion 617 of thecylindrical member 602. This seals thebottom portion 617 of thecylindrical member 602, thereby preventing any material from entering thecylindrical member 602. In another embodiment, thecylindrical member 602 and theannular member 616 are formed as a single piece and are not separate. It should be noted that other configurations of thecleat 142 than that shown inFIG. 6 are also applicable as well. -
FIG. 7 shows a more detailed view of the retainingmember 152. As shown inFIG. 7 , the retainingmember 152 comprises abase 702. In one embodiment, thebase 702 comprises one ormore fastening members 704, such as (but not limited to), a screw, a bolt, a snap fastener, etc., that removably couples the retainingmember 152 to theboard 100. In another embodiment, at least thebase portion 702 of the retainingmember 152 can be formed as part of theboard 100 as well. The one ormore fastening members 704 extend outwards from abottom surface 706 of thebase 702. - The
base 102 comprises a firstannular member 708 and a secondannular member 710. The firstannular member 708 comprises a diameter that is larger than a diameter of the secondannular member 710. The secondannular member 710 extends from atop portion 712 of the firstannular member 708. The secondannular member 710 comprises a recessedarea 714 that is configured to receive a first end (not shown) of a firstelongated member 716. The firstelongated member 716 also comprises asecond end 718 that is opposite the first end. In one embodiment, the firstelongated member 716 is removably coupled to the secondannular member 710. For example, alocking mechanism 720, such as (but not limited to) a pin, can be used to removably couple the first end of the firstelongated member 716 to the secondannular member 710. When the pin is inserted into at least the secondannular member 710 the firstelongated member 706 is fixed/secured to thebase 102. When the pin is removed, the firstelongated member 716 can be removed from thebase 102 and other items can be coupled to the base 102 if desired. It should be noted that other locking mechanism can be used besides that shown inFIG. 7 . For example, the firstelongated member 716 and the secondannular member 710 can comprise threaded members (not shown) that engage each other. - A second
elongated member 722 is coupled to the firstelongated member 716. In one embodiment, the secondelongated member 722 and the firstelongated member 716 are coupled to each other at an intersecting angle. The secondelongated member 722, in one embodiment, is rotatably/pivotably coupled to the firstelongated member 716 by one or more pivot points 723. This allows the secondelongated member 722 to pivot about the firstelongated member 716. The secondelongated member 722 can also be removably coupled to the firstelongated member 716. This allows for other items to be coupled to the firstelongated member 716 either in a fixed or rotatable fashion. This allows the secondelongated member 722 to rotate about the firstelongated member 716. In another embodiment, the secondannular member 710 is rotatably coupled to the firstannular member 708. In this embodiment, the first and secondelongated members annular member 710, the firstelongated member 716, and/or the secondelongated member 722 to rotate about the firstannular member 708. - When the second
elongated member 722 is in a non-rotated position with respect to the firstelongated member 716, afirst end 724 of the secondelongated member 722 extends above thesecond end 718 of the firstelongated member 716 and asecond end 726 of the secondelongated member 722 faces thetop portion 102 of theboard 100. However, other configurations are applicable as well. In one embodiment, the secondelongated member 722 comprises acavity 728 that extends from thefirst end 724 of the secondelongated member 722 at least partially down towards thesecond end 726. This allows thefirst end 724 of the secondelongated member 722 to receive items such as, but not limited to, a fishing rod, or any other item. Because the secondannular member 710 is rotatably coupled to the firstannular member 708 and/or because the first and secondelongated members elongated member 722 can rotate about theboard 100 as well. - In another embodiment, the
power source 203 discussed above is electrically coupled to the retainingmember 152. For example, the second elongated member 722 (or any other portion of the retaining member 152) can comprise one or more electrical contacts that are electrically coupled to thepower source 203 via a set of wires that are disposed within theboard 100. Therefore, a user is able to electrically couple items into the secondelongated member 722 of the retainingmember 152 to provide power to the item. Alternatively (or in addition to) a cavity 201 (FIG. 2 ) that receives a portion of the retainingmember 152 to couple themember 152 to theboard 100 can also comprise one or more electrical contacts electrically coupled to thepower source 203. Therefore, the user can remove the retainingmember 152 and electrically couple an item to thecavity 201. - Non-Limiting Examples
- Although specific embodiments of the invention have been disclosed, those having ordinary skill in the art will understand that changes can be made to the specific embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. The scope of the invention is not to be restricted, therefore, to the specific embodiments, and it is intended that the appended claims cover any and all such applications, modifications, and embodiments within the scope of the present invention.
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1. An aquatic sport board for stand-up paddling comprising:
a top portion a majority of the top portion is flat for standing thereupon in a substantially center area;
a bottom portion coupled to the top portion by a first side portion and a second side portion, wherein each of the first side portion and the second side portion tapers inward toward a front portion and a rear portion of the top and bottom portions;
a first recessed area formed within the top portion extending inwards toward the bottom portion, the first recesses area located in between the front portion and the center area; and
at least one speaker is disposed into a waterproof housing disposed on the top portion, the disposed area located in between the front portion and the first recessed area.
2. The aquatic sport board of claim 1 , further comprising:
a second recessed area formed within the top portion extending inwards toward the bottom portion located in between the center area and the rear portion.
3. The aquatic sport board of claim 2 , further comprising:
a second covering member that is disposed over an upper area of the second recessed area, wherein the second covering member creates a waterproof seal with the at least one of the second recessed area.
4. The aquatic sport board of claim 1 , further comprising:
a first covering member that is disposed over an upper area of the first recessed area, wherein the first covering member creates a waterproof seal with the first recessed area
5. The aquatic sport board of claim 1 , further comprising:
a handle member formed in the center area of the top portion.
6. The aquatic sport board of claim 1 , further comprising:
at least one illuminating device, the illuminating device circumscribing at least the first side portion and the second side portion.
7. The aquatic sport board of claim 6 , further comprising:
a power source and where in the at least one illuminating device is electrically coupled to the power source.
8. The aquatic sport board of claim 3 , further comprising:
at least one illuminating device, the illuminating device circumscribing at least the first side portion and the second side portion.
9. The aquatic sport board of claim 6 , further comprising:
a power source and where in the at least one illuminating device is electrically coupled to the power source.
10. The aquatic sport board of claim 1 , further comprising:
at least one cavity disposed on an outer perimeter of the top portion, wherein the at least one cavity is configured to receive at least one coupling member.
11. The aquatic sport board of claim 10 , further comprising:
at least one of a cargo net and a storage component coupled to the at least one coupling member and to at least one other coupling member situated within at least one other cavity disposed on the outer perimeter of the top portion.
12. The aquatic sport board of claim 1 , further comprising:
a plurality of sections situated between the top portion and the bottom portion, wherein each of the sections is sealed off from other sections to prevent passage of a liquid from one section into another section.
13. An aquatic sport board for stand-up paddling comprising:
a top portion a majority of the top portion is flat for standing thereupon in a substantially center area;
a bottom portion coupled to the top portion by a first side portion and a second side portion, wherein each of the first side portion and the second side portion tapers inward toward a front portion and a rear portion of the top and bottom portions;
a first recessed area formed within the top portion extending inwards toward the bottom portion, the first recesses area located in between the front portion and the center area; and
a handle member formed in the center area of the top portion, the handle located in between the rear portion and the first recessed area.
14. The aquatic sport board of claim 13 , further comprising:
a second recessed area formed within the top portion extending inwards toward the bottom portion located in between a rear portion and the handle member.
15. The aquatic sport board of claim 13 , further comprising:
at least one speaker in a waterproof housing disposed on the top portion located in between the front portion and the first recessed area.
16. The aquatic sport board of claim 13 , further comprising:
a first covering member that is disposed over an upper area of the first recessed area, wherein the first covering member creates a waterproof seal with the first recessed area
17. The aquatic sport board of claim 14 , further comprising:
a second covering member that is disposed over an upper area of the second recessed area, wherein the second covering member creates a waterproof seal with the at least one of the second recessed area.
18. The aquatic sport board of claim 13 , further comprising:
at least one illuminating device, the illuminating device circumscribing at least the first side portion and the second side portion.
19. The aquatic sport board of claim 18 , further comprising:
a power source and where in the at least one illuminating device is electrically coupled to the power source.
20. The aquatic sport board of claim 13 , further comprising:
a plurality of sections situated between the top portion and the bottom portion, wherein each of the sections is sealed off from other sections to prevent passage of a liquid from one section into another section.
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