Pole for Show Jumping
a pole and pole technology, applied in the field of poles, can solve the problems of not being securely fixed, unable to achieve the tolerance set by international standards, and being dependent on wooden poles
Inactive Publication Date: 2014-11-20
EVENT DESIGN & BUILD
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The patent text describes a pole used in show jump events. The pole can have a heavy element inserted at the bottom to balance its weight, and a lighter element at the top to make it easier to knock off. The pole can also have a cap with protrusions that fit into a cavity or rib structure, creating a secure fit. The pole can also have added acoustic dampening to reduce the sound when it falls. These features make the pole easier to use and safer for the show jump event.
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The wooden cross beam provides a barrier at a predetermined height, but it is not securely fixed such that it will be knocked off its support in the event of substantial contact with either a horse or rider.
A conventional wooden construction should be made to meet specific international standards of length and weight; however, it can be appreciated that attaining the tolerance set by the international standards can be difficult dependent on the density / nature of the wood etc.
Furthermore, wooden poles are known to splinter when split by a breaking force which can cause injury.
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[0014]A pole 10 capable for use as a cross beam in a show jumping obstacle is illustrated by
[0015]FIG. 1. The pole 10 can be cut or formed to any required length (usually dictated by Show Jumping Standards), as indicated by dotted lines in the mid-section. Pole 10 is manufactured as an extrusion which forms a cavity or channel 11 extending for the full length of the extrusion. Channel 11 itself is a tubular shape and part of an internal structure effectively suspended by ribs 12 extending laterally from the inner tube wall 13 toward an external pole wall 14. In the preferred embodiment each of the pole / tube have a circular cross-section and, hence, only a “single” continuous wall. However, further embodiments may take different cross-sectional shapes, e.g. oval, square, triangle, etc.
[0016]The internal extruded tube 11 supported by ribs 12, effectively forms several cavities, i.e. the regular tube shape itself in the centre and radial cavities defined by the ribs 12 between the tube...
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Abstract
A pole 10, for use as a cross beam in a show jumping obstacle, comprised of a continuous extruded length defining an external wall 14 and an internal profile structure 11 / 12. The internal structure preferably includes a tubular shape capable of receiving an insert element 15 that can add weight to the pole as needed to meet show jump requirements.
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TECHNICAL FIELD[0001]The present invention relates to a pole suitable for use in show jumping equestrian events, i.e. in the construction of temporary fences / obstacles with a cross beam or the like.BACKGROUND TO THE INVENTION[0002]When constructing obstacles for use in show jumping events, it is common to utilise a wooden pole as a cross beam, supported between fence posts or the like. The wooden cross beam provides a barrier at a predetermined height, but it is not securely fixed such that it will be knocked off its support in the event of substantial contact with either a horse or rider.[0003]A conventional wooden construction should be made to meet specific international standards of length and weight; however, it can be appreciated that attaining the tolerance set by the international standards can be difficult dependent on the density / nature of the wood etc. Furthermore, wooden poles are known to splinter when split by a breaking force which can cause injury.SUMMARY OF THE INVE...
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CPCA63K3/046Y10T29/49826
Inventor PRESCOTT, LEE, ANTHONY
Owner EVENT DESIGN & BUILD