Marine telescoping grab bar

Inactive Publication Date: 2008-09-11
R & D SHED
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[0008]The boat grab bar of the present invention includes a tubular base which is mounted to a substantially vertical surface of the boat, such as side wall of the steering console, such that the base is oriented in an upright position. The base includes mounting flanges adapted to receive mounting hardware to secure the base to the boat surface. The bar is telescopically mounted within the base for movement between a lower retracted storage position and a raised, extended gripping position. A spring biased detent is provided for locking the bar in the raised position relative to the base. The upper end of the bar is covered by a cap, which limits the downward movement of the bar relative to the base.

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While the driver has the boat's steering wheel to grip while standing, which helps the driver's balance, many boats do not have any handle or other object for gripping by the standing passenger, for instance, when the boat hits a wave, or there is a sudden change in movement in the boat, such as a change of direction, acceleration, or deceleration.

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[0012]A boat is generally designated in FIGS. 1 and 2 by the reference numeral 10. The boat 10 includes a driving console 12 with a steering wheel 14 for the boat operator. While a flat style boat is shown in the drawings, it is understood the present invention can be used with many different types of boats.

[0013]The present invention is directed towards a grab bar assembly 16. The assembly 16 includes a base 18 which is mounted to a substantially vertical surface of the boat, such as the side wall 20 of the console 12. The base 18 includes mounting flanges or arms 22 at opposite ends of the base, which are adapted to receive mounting hardware for securing the assembly 16 to the wall or vertical surface 20. Screws (not shown) or other mounting hardware may be extended through holes 24 in the flanges 22 so as to mount the base 18 to the wall 20.

[0014]The assembly 16 further includes a bar 26 which is slidably mounted within the base 18 so as to be telescopically moveable between a re...

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Abstract

The marine grab bar of the present invention is intended for use on a boat wherein a passenger needs a gripping post when standing. The grab bar assembly includes a base mounted to a wall or upright surface in the boat, and a telescoping bar moveable between a lower retracted storage position and a raised extended gripping position. A lock is provided in the assembly for retaining the bar in the raised position relative to the base.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]It is common for a passenger in a boat to stand while the boat is moving, particularly when the operator or driver is also standing. The smoothness of the ride depends upon the water conditions and the skill of the driver. While the driver has the boat's steering wheel to grip while standing, which helps the driver's balance, many boats do not have any handle or other object for gripping by the standing passenger, for instance, when the boat hits a wave, or there is a sudden change in movement in the boat, such as a change of direction, acceleration, or deceleration.[0002]Therefore, a primary objective of the present invention is the provision of a boat grab bar for use by a standing passenger in a moving boat.[0003]Another objective of the present invention is the provision of a telescoping boat grab bar which can be moved between raised and lowered positions.[0004]A further objective of the present invention is the provision of a boat grab bar whic...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): B63B17/00
CPCB63B17/04
Inventor CZIPRI, JOHN
Owner R & D SHED
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