Golf bag having adjustable characteristics

Abstract

A golf bag having one or more adjustable features is disclosed herein. In particular, the golf bag comprises a handle rotatable around an axis perpendicular to a vertical axis extending through the body of the golf bag, and may be fixed in place via a locking mechanism so that the handle maintains a desired angle with respect to the vertical axis. The handle of the present invention preferably is rotatably affixed to a collar or upper portion of the golf bag. The golf bag also comprises an external pocket that is removably affixed to an exterior surface of the golf bag with hook and loop fasteners and other attachment mechanisms.

Description

CROSS REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]The present application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61 / 693,910, tiled on Aug. 28, 2012, the disclosure of which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety herein.STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT[0002]Not ApplicableBACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]1. Field of the Invention[0004]The present invention relates to a golf bag having adjustable features, including a movable handle and a removable external pocket.[0005]2. Description of the Related Art[0006]Golf bags of all kinds, including stand and cart bags, typically include one or more straps to facilitate long distance carrying of the bag, and also include one or more handles located at or proximate an upper or collar portion of the bag that enable golfers to lift and carry the bag short distances. These handles typically extend approximately perpendicularly from a vertical side of the upper or collar portion of the bag...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The golf bags in this invention have the advantage of allowing users to adjust the angle of the handle when using them. This makes them easier to use and also allows for greater customization options for users. The bags also have removable and interchangeable storage pockets, which improve embroidery manufacturing efficiency and make it easier for users to customize the design of their bags.

Problems solved by technology

As a result of the integral forming of the handles with the collar of the bag during manufacturing, these handles are fixed in place and cannot be adjusted.

Golf bags generally have a standard height, so the fixed quality of the handles can inconvenience or cause discomfort to a golfer who is taller or shorter than average and must grasp the fixed handle at an awkward or non-intuitive angle.

The external surfaces of these pockets typically are embroidered with manufacturer and / or golf club logos, but such embroidery is difficult to accomplish when the pocket is integrated with or otherwise permanently affixed to the rest of the golf bag.

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