Athletic Shoe Sole Cover

Inactive Publication Date: 2013-05-02
OBRIEN CHAD +2
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Benefits of technology

The present invention is a cleat cover for athletic shoes that can be easily attached to the shoe with straps and a heel strap for added security. The cover has receptors on its top surface to accommodate the cleats on the shoe, making it comfortable and secure when worn. The cover is made of rubber foam and can be customized to fit different types of athletic shoes. This invention is useful for protecting and comforting athletic footwear during training and games.

Problems solved by technology

One drawback to the hard plastic cleats is walking on hard surfaces with the cleats.
This abrasion from walking on the concrete or asphalt damages the cleats and causes excessive wear on the cleats unnecessarily.
Many times athletes even wear the cleats home after participating in the sport and therefore will likely walk on the concrete or asphalt causing damage to the cleats.

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[0007]The present invention relates to a shoe cover that covers the sole of a cleated shoe. The cleat cover according to the preset invention fits over the cleats that are exposed on the sole of an athletic shoe. Once the cover is placed over the cleats it may be secured by using straps provided and therefore provide a smooth walking surface for the athletic shoe. The cover according to the present invention helps to protect the cleats from excessive wear when walking over an abrasive surface and further protects any flooring that the athlete may be transferring over while wearing the cleated shoe. The present invention may be applicable for various types of cleated shoes and openings provided along the top surface of the cover may be designed in order to accommodate various cleat configurations.

[0008]In reference to FIG. 1, an athletic shoe of 20 is depicted which includes a plurality of cleats along the sole thereof. The athletic shoe 20 as shown includes a grouping of front cleat...

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Abstract

A cleat cover for temporary coverage an athletic shoe sole comprising: a plurality of receptors along a top surface, where the receptors provide openings to receive cleats protruding from the athletic shoe; a sole, where the sole includes a flat smooth surface; at least two straps, where said at least two straps secure the cleat cover to the athletic shoe sole; and a heel strap, where heel strap provides an additional means to secure the cover once in place. The plurality of receptors may include a first group of receptors for receiving any front cleats from the athletic shoe and a second group of receptors for receiving any heel cleats from the athletic shoe. The plurality of receptors may be configured in accordance with the cleats of the athletic shoe and may be made of rubber foam.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Field of Invention[0002]The present invention relates to a cover for the sole of an athletic shoe, in particular athletic shoes that include cleats.[0003]2. Description of Related Art[0004]Athletic shoes are worn in various sports that are specifically designed to assist in traction and stability when performing the sport. Many outdoor sports require cleats along the sole of the athletic shoe so that the athlete may have a firm footing when playing the sport. Examples of sports where athletes utilize shoes with cleats include football, soccer, baseball or rugby, to name a few. Many of the modern cleats are made of hard plastic as opposed to metal cleats that were formerly used in a number of sports. The hard plastic cleats provide stability of the footing for the athlete while running across an outdoor field. The cleats help to prevent loss of footing or slippage in various conditions that may exit on the field such as any mud or actually slick gr...

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IPC IPC(8): A43B5/00
CPCA43B5/185
InventorO'BRIEN, CHADO'BRIEN, MIKENICKELL, KYLE
OwnerOBRIEN CHAD