Golf bag cover

Abstract

A flexible golf bag cover for shielding the interior and contents of a golf bag of the type having an open top surrounded by a peripheral rim and having a carrying strap or retracting legs extending approximately from the rim. The golf bag cover comprises a cover of fabric with an openable front flap that is in parallel alignment with the opening in a golf bag, and a cuff with elastic and strap assemblies to accommodate golf bags and strap handles of varying configurations.

Description

RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application claims priority to Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 565,322 filed Apr. 26, 2004 and Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 592,569 filed Jul. 30, 2004.FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0002] The present invention relates to the sport of golf, and more particularly to a flexible cover for protecting a golf bag and associated clubs from precipitation, dust and related elements during use, storage and transport. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0003] While in storage, it is important that golf clubs be protected from dust and other contaminants. During use, golf clubs are usually transported in carts or by golfers in open topped golf bags. In the midst of a golf game, inclement weather and most notably, precipitation, may develop, requiring that golf clubs and bags be protected. Precipitation or other moisture settling on golf clubs and in golf bags may corrode metals, ruin finishes and harm valuable equipment. Furthermore, dampened golf club handles ...

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Benefits of technology

[0010] The invention provides an easily foldable, lightweight and flexible golf bag cover of fabric for shielding the interior and contents of a golf bag from inclement weather and contaminants, wherein the golf bag has an open top surrounded by a peripheral rim with a carrying strap or retractable legs extending laterally approximately from the rim. The golf bag cover generally comprises two substantially rectangular sections of fabric sewn or otherwise attached to form a cylinder with one of the rectangular sections extending to form a flap to cover the open cylinder. The lower section of the sewn cylinder contains elastic to secure the cover to the open bag. Preferably, the cover section also contains one or more velcroed straps with integrated rain flaps, allowing for customized bag fit, and access to putter wells. It is also desirable for the cover to include at least one lower flap that allows access to specific portions of the golf bag.

[0011] Advantageously, the main flap constitutes a large surface area, and is seamless, enabling embroidering or printing of large scale logos and graphics. The ability to bundle the cover for storage, with an exteriorly located elastic strap, is a significant distinction over existing covers which are awkward and time consuming to store while playing golf. The use of substantially rectangular blanks from which to manufacture the covers significantly reduces manufacturing costs by dramatically improving the efficiency of blank cutouts and reducing labor involved in sewing the seams. The unique design of the golf bag cover also allows for incorporation of a protected pouch for retaining a score card and pencil.

Problems solved by technology

The ability to bundle the cover for storage, with an exteriorly located elastic strap, is a significant distinction over existing covers which are awkward and time consuming to store while playing golf.

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