Hand coverings with directional indicators

Abstract

Hand coverings, such as a gloves or mittens include directional indicators, showing left and right hand directions, on the hand covering. The hand coverings may be equestrian gloves or mittens that have both directional indicators and rein placement markings and wear areas. The hand coverings of the present invention may provide education assistance for students with riding instructors, or continually with anyone who has issues with left-right confusion or dyslexia, whether a child or adult. The hand covering may include a heating element to help keep the hands warm, thereby providing a more enjoyable riding experience with better response with the use of the rider's hands.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of priority to U.S. provisional application No. 61 / 426,741, filed Dec. 23, 2010, the contents of which are herein incorporated by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to hand coverings, such as gloves and mittens and, more particularly, to equestrian training and / or showing gloves with visual indicators depicting right (R) and left (L) as well as rein placement.[0003]Left-right confusion is a difficulty some people have, especially in young children, in distinguishing the difference between left and right. According to research by John R. Clarke (Drexel University), left-right confusion afflicts about 15% of the adult population. These people can usually perform daily activities, such as driving according to signs and navigating according to a map, but will often take a wrong turn when told to turn left or right and may have difficulties performing actions that requir...

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Problems solved by technology

Left-right confusion is a difficulty some people have, especially in young children, in distinguishing the difference between left and right.

These people can usually perform daily activities, such as driving according to signs and navigating according to a map, but will often take a wrong turn when told to turn left or right and may have difficulties performing actions that require precise understanding of directional commands.

Many people are not sure of the proper placement of the reins.

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