Chest protector system and apparatus

Inactive Publication Date: 2019-11-28
RAWLINGS SPORTING GOODS
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The patent text describes an attachment structure for a chest protector that can be attached to a helmet by using straps that go around the chest protector and a pad element that connects to the straps. This attachment structure can be easily attached and removed with a simple pull of the straps. The technical effects of this attachment include improved comfort, durability, and protection for the wearer.

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In either case, a chest protector 1 that was suitable for a specific league, under a certain set of rules, involving players of certain skill levels may not be sufficient in a different league, or under a different set of rules, or with players of a higher skill level.

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[0020]In the following description, various embodiments of the present invention will be described. For purposes of explanation, specific configurations and details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments. It will also be apparent to one skilled in the art, however, that the present invention may be practiced without the specific details. Furthermore, well-known features may be omitted or simplified in order not to obscure the embodiment being described.

[0021]Referring now to the drawings, in which like reference numerals represent like parts throughout the several views, FIG. 2 illustrates an attachment structure 100 in accordance with an embodiment. The attachment element 100 includes a pad element 105 having opposing ends 110A and 110B. Opposing straps 115A and 115B extend from the opposing ends 110A and 110B, one from each side. An upper strap 120 extends from an upper portion 125 of the pad element 105 and a bottom (not illustrated). Straps...

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An attachment structure for selective attachment to a chest protector that includes a neck portion and opposing side portions. The attachment structure comprising a pad element, at least one strap and at least one upper strap. Each strap selectively extends around a respective side portion of the chest protector, and includes an attachment element on a rear side of the strap. The upper strap extends over the neck portion of the chest protector, and includes an attachment element on a front side of the upper strap. The attachment element on the upper strap selectively engages with the attachment element on each strap to secure the attachment structure to the chest protector.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 675,614, filed May 23, 2018, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.FIELD OF INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates generally to a chest protector system. More particularly, the present invention relates to a padding element that is selectively attachable to a chest protector.BACKGROUND OF INVENTION[0003]Various types of chest protectors for baseball and softball catchers, lacrosse players, hockey players, and the like, are well known in the sporting goods industry. Generally, as shown in prior art FIG. 1, chest protectors 1 are comprised of a main padded portion 5 shaped to overlay the wearer's chest and abdomen. The main padded portion 5 is designed to protect the wearer from being injured by the impact of a ball. Shoulder portions 10A and 10B extend upwardly from the main padded portion 5 to protect the wearer's shoulders, creating a nec...

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IPC IPC(8): A41D13/05
CPCA63B71/12A41D13/0518A41D2300/32A63B2071/1208A63B2102/14A63B2102/18A63B2102/182A63B2102/24A63B2209/10
InventorHOMAN, PAUL
OwnerRAWLINGS SPORTING GOODS