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Bicycle riding apparel

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-10-19
SHIMANO INC
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[0009] One object of the present invention is to provide cycling jersey apparel with specific areas where the fabric is prevented from stretching.
[0010] Another object of the present invention is to improve the comfort level of a cyclist wearing cycling jersey with the cyclist carrying a backpack or small bag over the shoulder or shoulders.
[0012] The bicycle jersey of the present invention provides a greater level of comfort to the cyclist and reduced air resistance because of the inclusion of the non-stretching portions. Since the non-stretching portions extend to the top of the shoulder covering area of the cycling jersey, the fabric around the non-stretching portions does not stretch when a backpack or bag is worn. Since the fabric does not stretch, wrinkles and rucks are less likely to form, thereby reducing air resistance.

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Such stretching can cause discomfort for the cyclist and increases wind or air resistance.

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[0071] A second embodiment will now be explained. In view of the similarity between the first embodiment and the second embodiment, the parts of the second embodiment that are identical to the parts of the first embodiment will be given the same reference numerals as the parts of the first embodiment. Moreover, the descriptions of the parts of the second embodiment that are identical to the parts of the first embodiment may be omitted for the sake of brevity. The parts of the second embodiment that differ from the parts of the first embodiment will be indicated with a single prime (′).

[0072] As shown in FIG. 7, a cycling jersey 10′ is depicted that is generally the same as the cycling jersey 10′ except that a front panel 20′ is formed as a single piece of material or fabric. More specifically, the front panel 20′ does not include a mechanical zipper, such as the mechanical zipper 32 in the first embodiment depicted in FIG. 1. Otherwise, all aspects of the cycling jersey 10′ are the...

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[0073] A third embodiment will now be explained. In view of the similarity between the various embodiments, the parts of the third embodiment that are identical to the parts of the first embodiment will be given the same reference numerals as the parts of the first embodiment. Moreover, the descriptions of the parts of the third embodiment that are identical to the parts of the first embodiment may be omitted for the sake of brevity. The parts of the third embodiment that differ from the parts of the first embodiment will be indicated with a single prime (′), or will be provided with a new reference numeral.

[0074] Various aspects of a cycling jersey 110 in accordance with the third embodiment of the present invention are shown in FIGS. 8, 9 and 10. FIG. 8 is a perspective view of the cycling jersey 110 and FIG. 9 is a basic layout showing an example of cut out panels of fabric sutured or stitched together to form the cycling jersey 110. FIG. 9 shows each of the separate panels cuto...

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[0099] A fourth embodiment will now be explained. In view of the similarity between the various embodiments, the parts of the fourth embodiment that are identical to the parts of the third embodiment will be given the same reference numerals as the parts of the third embodiment. Moreover, the descriptions of the parts of the fourth embodiment that are identical to the parts of the third embodiment may be omitted for the sake of brevity. The parts of the fourth embodiment that differ from the parts of the earlier embodiments will be indicated with a single prime (′), or will be provided with a new reference numeral.

[0100] The fourth embodiment is depicted in FIGS. 11 and 12. In the fourth embodiment, a cycling jersey 110′ is depicted that includes the back panel 123, sleeve panels 124 and 125, side panels 126 and 127 and neck panel 130 as described above with respect to the third embodiment depicted in FIGS. 8, 9 and 10. However, in the fourth embodiment, the front panel 120′ is a s...

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Abstract

A cycling jersey is described that includes a front panel, a back panel, symmetrical sleeve panels and a pair of non-stretching portions. The back panel is coupled to portions of the front panel. The symmetrical sleeve panels are coupled to respective portions of the front and back panels. Each sleeve panel defines a portion of a shoulder covering area of the cycling jersey. The non-stretching portions are fixed to respective sleeve panels. The non-stretching portions extend from the front panel toward the back panel and at least partially over the shoulder covering area of the cycling jersey. The front panel, the back panel and the sleeve panels are formed of respective materials having a first level of elasticity. The non-stretching portions have a second level of elasticity. The first level of elasticity is elastic and the second level of elasticity is generally non-elastic.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] 1. Field of the Invention [0002] This invention generally relates to a bicycle riding apparel. More specifically, the present invention relates to a cycling jersey with non-stretching portions provided in shoulder covering areas of the cycling jersey. [0003] 2. Background Information [0004] Cycling is becoming an increasingly more popular form of recreation as well as a means of transportation. Moreover, cycling has become a very popular competitive sport for both amateurs and professionals. Whether a bicycle is used for recreation, transportation or competition, the bicycle industry is constantly improving the various components of the bicycle as well as the apparel worn by casual cyclists and serious cycling enthusiasts alike. [0005] Cycling apparel, such cycling jerseys are well known. Cycling jerseys are typically worn by cyclists when riding in both amateur and professional competitions, such as a road race or an off-road mountain trail course...

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IPC IPC(8): A41B1/00
CPCA41D1/04A41D2600/104A41D13/0015A41D31/18
Inventor OKAJIMA, SHINPEI
Owner SHIMANO INC
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