Adaptive ski system for connecting two skis together

Abstract

An adaptive ski system can interconnect two skis together while still providing a range of motion of the skis relative to one another. The ski system includes one or two interconnection devices mounted between a pair of skis. The interconnection devices can mount in various locations on the front and / or rear of the skis in any set of mounting holes selected from a plurality of sets of mounting holes. The interconnection devices include a mounting bracket on each ski. A cross bar connects the mounting brackets, thereby interconnecting the skis, such that relative range of motion between the skis both up and down and side-to-side is possible. The interconnection devices quickly connect and disconnect from the skis. The resulting ski system enables a high degree of personal adaption for the needs individual skier.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application claims the benefit of priority of U.S. provisional application No. 61 / 635,113, filed Apr. 18, 2012, the contents of which are herein incorporated by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to skiing systems and, more particularly, to an adaptive ski system for connecting two skis together to assist handicapped, beginner and decreased mobility skiers.[0003]Handicapped skiers, including leg amputees, mentally / developmentally challenged, or have muscle or nerve impairments, face extreme difficulty using a pair of skis successfully. Current systems are usually mounted only on the tips of the skis and are secured by a finger tightened screw that could potentially loosen from the ski, endangering the safety of the skier. These current systems, with limited range of motion and simple design, were developed in the 1940's and are ripe for improvements.[0004]As can be seen, there is a need for an ada...

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Benefits of technology

The patent text describes a ski system that includes mounting brackets attached to skis, mounting bracket arms, swivel ball joints, and a cross bar. The technical effects of this invention include improved stability, control, and flexibility when skiing. The system can also be adjusted and secured in different ways to create different skiing experiences.

Problems solved by technology

Handicapped skiers, including leg amputees, mentally / developmentally challenged, or have muscle or nerve impairments, face extreme difficulty using a pair of skis successfully.

Current systems are usually mounted only on the tips of the skis and are secured by a finger tightened screw that could potentially loosen from the ski, endangering the safety of the skier.

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