Training device for horses with a roll-up mechanism

Abstract

Training device for horses with a winding mechanism, comprising a housing (1), an elastic element (2) arranged in the housing (1) for creating a tensile tension, a flexible band (3) coupled to the elastic element (2), and a connecting element (4) for attachment to the horse, wherein the band (3) is under tensile tension through the elastic element (2) and can therefore be wound up into the housing (1).

Description

Technical field

[0001] The invention relates to the field of horse training and lunging and relates to a device for influencing the head and neck position of the horse. In particular, the invention relates to a compact coiling mechanism with an elastic element that enables a horse-friendly, elastic, and self-adjusting connection during lunging or groundwork exercises. State of the art

[0002] Conventional lungeing aids such as side reins, triangle reins, running reins, chambons, and gogues often work with rigid or only partially elastic means of pull. These can create jerky or rigid forces that can cause undesirable movement patterns such as hyperflexion (behind the vertical), tension in the topline, or upward evasive reactions.

[0003] Elastic systems such as rubber bands are known, but do not have an automatic return of excess band material, so loose loops can form which pose a risk of injury to horse and human and impair the even distribution of tension.

[0004] Therefore, there is a need for a device that creates an elastic, constantly yielding and at the same time safe guidance, promotes the natural elongation, avoids rigid pull limits and enables a reliable, compact attachment to the lungeing girth. Object of the invention

[0005] The invention has, in particular, the following objectives: • Providing an elastic, steady and horse-friendly connection between the lungeing girth and the horse's head, • Promoting the natural stretching posture (“forward-downward”), • Minimizing sudden impacts, • Avoidance of rigid pull limits of conventional tie-ups, • Automatic retraction of excess tape material without loose loops, • Simple, secure and versatile attachment to the lungeing girth or vaulting girth, • Can be used with a bit as well as with bitless bridles, • Guarantee that the device is always positioned above the lungeing girth.

[0006] These tasks are solved by the features of the protection claims. Summary of the invention

[0007] The invention relates to a device for horses, consisting of a housing (1) in which an elastic element (2), in particular a spiral band spring, is arranged. This acts on a coil spring unit (7), which holds a band (3) under tension and retracts it automatically. A connecting element (4) is arranged at the free end of the band, which can be attached to the bit ring or to a bitless bridle.

[0008] The housing (1) can be fixed to the lungeing girth via a mounting structure. This comprises a U-bracket (12), a crossbar (13) and two plates (16) that grip the lungeing girth on both sides and are connected to each other via screws (14) or other suitable fasteners.

[0009] Alternatively, the U-bracket (12) can be screwed into a threaded bushing integrated into the lungeing girth using a screw connection.

[0010] The device is typically used in pairs on the left and right sides of a lungeing girth and creates a gentle, elastic connection that supports a natural, horse-friendly head and neck position. Brief description of the drawings Fig. 1 Exterior view of the housing (1) Fig. Figure 1 shows a perspective view of the exterior of the housing (1) of the device. The belt (3) exits at the front of the housing and is provided with a connecting element (4) at its free end. Other internal components are not shown in this view. Fig. 2 Fig. Figure 2 shows an exploded view of the housing (1) with the upper housing half (1A), the lower housing half (1B), and the internal components, consisting of the elastic element (2), designed as a spring, the coil spring unit (7), the cover of the coil spring unit (7A), and the axle bushing (8). The belt (3) is shown in the extended position to illustrate the internal structure and the operation of the winding mechanism. The integrated threaded bushing (19) for attachment to the cross member (13) is also shown. Fig. 3 Horse with mounted device (shown on the left side) Fig. Figure 3 shows a horse being lunged with a device attached to the left side of the lungeing girth according to the invention. For clarity, only the left side is shown; an identical device is arranged in reverse on the right side of the lungeing girth. The strap (3) is connected to the bit ring of the bridle by means of the connecting element (4) and enables an elastic, horse-friendly action. Fig. 4 Mounting structure - clamping plate variant (plates 16 + screws 14 + U-bracket 12) Fig. Figure 4 shows a mounting structure for attaching the housing (1) to the lungeing girth in an embodiment with two plates (16) that grip the lungeing girth on both sides. The plates (16) are connected to each other by screws (14), thereby clamping the lungeing girth securely. The upper plate has a U-shaped bracket (12) on which the cross member (13) is mounted, which in turn supports the housing (1). This variant allows for universal attachment regardless of whether the lungeing girth has a threaded bushing. Fig. 5 Mounting structure - screw mounting via integrated threaded bushing of the lungeing girth Fig. Figure 5 shows an alternative, preferred embodiment of the holding structure in which the U-holder (12) is attached directly via a threaded bushing provided in the lungeing girth. The screw (28) is guided through the U-bracket (12) and screwed directly into the threaded bushing integrated into the lungeing girth. The housing (1) is mounted on the crossbeam (13) as shown in Fig. 5 shown. This design allows for particularly stable and easy assembly with minimal assembly effort. Embodiments of the invention: Housing and internal mechanics

[0011] The housing (1) consists of an upper housing half (1A) and a lower housing half (1B).

[0012] The elastic element (2) acts on the spool spring unit (7), which draws in the belt (3). The spool spring unit (7) is mounted via an axle bushing (8).

[0013] The coil spring unit (7) comprises a drum structure and a separate cover (7A) that closes the spring chamber.

[0014] The band (3) can have a textile section (3A) and an elastic section (3B).

[0015] An integrated threaded bushing (19) is used to screw the housing to the cross member or directly to a threaded bushing of a lungeing girth. Attachment to the lunge girth, variant A - clamp version (Fig. 5)

[0016] This includes: • V-bracket (12), • Crossbeam (13), • two plates (16) that form-fittingly grip the lungeing girth, • Screws (14) or other suitable fasteners, • Screw (17) for attaching the U-bracket to the upper plate

[0017] To attach the device to the lungeing girth, a lower plate positioned below the girth and an upper plate positioned above it are used. The lungeing girth is clamped securely between the two plates by means of two screws (14, e.g., M6x60) located on the ends of the plates.

[0018] Before tightening the clamping connection, another screw (17, e.g., M8) is inserted from below through a central opening in the upper plate so that its shaft protrudes above the upper plate. The lower web of the U-bracket (12) is placed onto this shaft and secured with a nut, allowing the U-bracket to be aligned relative to the upper plate and fixed in the aligned position. Variant B - Preferred version (Fig. 5) with direct screw connection

[0019] The housing (1) is mounted on a crossbeam (13), which is pivotably mounted in a U-bracket (12). In preferred variant B, the U-bracket (12) is screwed directly into a threaded bushing (19) integrated into the lungeing girth by means of an M10 screw guided through its lower web, so that the device is firmly fixed to the lungeing girth without clamping plates.

[0020] This is the preferred, compact and easy-to-install mounting method. Application on horses

[0021] The device is attached in pairs to the left and right sides of a lungeing girth. The strap (3) is attached to the bit or a bitless bridle using the connecting element (4). The elastic tension of the elastic element (2) supports the horse's natural stretching posture and avoids rigid restrictions. 3. List of reference symbols

[0022] Housing 1 case 1A upper housing half 1B lower case half 19 integrated threaded bushings, internal mechanism 2 elastic element (spring) Volume 3 3A textile section of the band 3B elastic section of the band 7 coil spring unit 7A Cover of the coil spring unit 8 Axle bushing connection 4 Connecting element holder 12 U-brackets 13 crossbeams 14 screws for connecting the clamping plates 16 plate 17 Screws for attaching the U-bracket in the clamp version 28 screws for attaching the U-bracket in the direct screw version

Claims

[1] Training device for horses with a winding mechanism, comprising a housing (1), an elastic element (2) arranged in the housing (1) for creating a tensile tension, a flexible band (3) coupled to the elastic element (2), and a connecting element (4) for attaching to the horse, wherein the band (3) is under tensile tension through the elastic element (2) and can therefore be wound up into the housing (1). [2] Device according to claim 1, characterized by , that the elastic element (2) is a spring, in particular a spiral band spring. [3] Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the tensile stress can be constant or variable. [4] Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the band (3) can be fully or partially retracted into the housing (1). [5] Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the connecting element (4) is designed as a carabiner, loop or as another detachable or non-detachable connecting element. [6] Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the connecting element (4) is intended for attachment to the bit or to a bitless bridle. [7] Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the housing (1) is provided directly or indirectly via a bracket for attachment to a lungeing surcingle or vaulting surcingle. [8] Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the band (3) consists of a textile section (3A) and can be supplemented by an elastic section (3B). [9] Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the housing (1) can be fixed to the lungeing girth via a U-bracket (12), a crossbeam (13) and plates (16). [10] Device according to claim 9, characterized by that the plates (16) are connected to each other by at least one screw connection (14) or by other suitable fastening means. [11] Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by that it includes two identical winding mechanisms, one on the left and one on the right side of the lungeing girth. [12] Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the housing (1) can be aligned in several degrees of freedom relative to the lungeing girth via the U-bracket (12), the cross member (13) and a screw connection, in particular by rotating the U-bracket (12) about its respective fastening screw, by pivoting the cross member (13) and by adjusting the angle of the housing (1) via its axle screw connection.

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