Combination cooler and seat system

Inactive Publication Date: 2008-01-03
COLGLAZIER JAMES J
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[0008]Accordingly, the invention presents a cooler and seat system that affords increased comfort for the user and is easy to adapt to currently used cooler and seat systems. The inve

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However, running in choppy water in channels and deeper bays can play havoc with the boater's

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[0014]Attention is first directed to FIG. 1 wherein the cooler and seat system of the present invention is generally indicated at 10. The cooler and seat system comprises a tubular metal frame 12 having legs 14, which legs may be secured to the bottom of boat B. Metal frame 12 is configured to encompass the walls of and stabilize a cooler 16 therein. A seatback support frame 18 extends upwardly from frame 12. A seatback 20 is supported on seatback support frame 18. As best seen in FIG. 2, a seat 30 is disposed on and attached to the lid 16a of cooler 16.

[0015]Attention is now directed to FIG. 3 wherein the construction of the seat is best illustrated. The seat essentially comprises a plural-component construction which includes (1) a bottom member 32 fabricated from a rigid material such as plywood or fiberglass; (2) an intermediate member 34 fabricated from semi-rigid material such as styrofoam; (3) a top member 36 fabricated from a soft cushiony material such as foam rubber. When ...

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A cooler and seat arrangement especially for small boats. The cooler and seat arrangement incorporates a plural-component seat system that can be adapted to most existing cooler and seat systems. As contemplated, the invention will be available in an easy-to-assemble kit for the converting existing cooler and seat systems.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60 / 817,697, filed Jul. 3, 2006.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention generally relates to recreational equipment. More specifically, the present invention is drawn to a cooler and seat system especially adapted for boats.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]Spending time piloting or fishing from a boat (especially of the flat bottom type) can make recreational time highly enjoyable for the water sport aficionado. However, running in choppy water in channels and deeper bays can play havoc with the boater's buttocks and / or lower back when employing the seats conventionally available for small boats. This is especially true of seats that are combined with a cooler. Not only boaters, but hunters, campers, beachgoers, etc. would certainly welcome a seat that would afford comfort and durability in a recreati...

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IPC IPC(8): A47C4/52
CPCB63B29/04
Inventor COLGLAZIER, JAMES J.
Owner COLGLAZIER JAMES J
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