Double-sided protective cover for bicycle helmet and / or bicycle saddle with integrated storage pocket

Abstract

Protective cover for a bicycle helmet and / or bicycle saddle, characterized in that the cover is double-sided and usable on both sides, wherein one outer side has a signal-effective, bright color (especially neon colors) and the opposite outer side forms a reflective surface that can be used both as a helmet cover and as a saddle cover, wherein the reflective outer side in the case of the saddle cover additionally reduces the heating of the saddle by sunlight and offers protection from rain, and that a storage bag permanently attached to the cover is incorporated into it, into which the cover can be turned inside out when not in use.

Description

Technical field

[0001] The invention relates to a protective cover for bicycle helmets and / or bicycle saddles, which can be used either as a helmet cover or as a saddle cover. The cover fulfills both safety-relevant functions through signal-effective and reflective surfaces and protective functions against weather influences and allows for space-saving storage in a permanently integrated pocket. State of the art

[0002] One-sided protective covers are known, made either of high-visibility neon colors or reflective materials. Neon-colored helmet covers are often additionally equipped with reflective strips on the sides to increase visibility. These known designs offer protection from moisture and improve visibility, but are only one-sided, require separate storage, and are not universally applicable to both bicycle helmets and saddles. Integrated, permanent storage solutions are also not known in the prior art. Description of the invention

[0003] The object of the invention is to provide a universally applicable protective cover that is suitable for both bicycle helmets and bicycle saddles and combines several functions in one product: Improved visibility and road safety, Protection from rain and moisture, Reduction of the heating of a bicycle saddle by sunlight, Compact and secure storage when not in use.

[0004] This task is solved by a double-sided coating, where one outer side has a signal-effective, bright color scheme (e.g. neon color) and the opposite outer side consists of a reflective, water-repellent material that also reduces heat absorption from solar radiation.

[0005] A storage bag permanently attached to the cover allows for reversible storage, eliminating the need for separate containers. The cover is secured using elastic or functionally equivalent means, ensuring a secure fit on various helmet and saddle shapes. Additional fastening elements on the storage bag allow for further attachment to the bicycle or bicycle accessories. Note on interchangeability

[0006] It is understood that all components, materials, and fasteners mentioned in the description represent only preferred embodiments. These can be replaced by functionally equivalent means or combined in other ways without thereby departing from the scope of protection of the invention. Example of implementation

[0007] In a preferred embodiment, the cover is dimensioned to accommodate commercially available bicycle helmets and bicycle saddles of various sizes. It is secured by an elastic band that automatically adapts to the respective shape.

[0008] One outer layer is made of a neon-colored material with high visibility. The other side consists of a reflective, water-repellent fabric that both reflects light and reduces heat absorption from sunlight.

[0009] The cover includes a permanently integrated storage pocket, which, when turned inside out, serves as a container for the cover. Attachment elements, such as loops or carabiners, are attached to the storage pocket, allowing the stowed cover to be attached directly to the bicycle frame or a bag. Brief description of the drawings

[0010] The drawings show the protective coating and its components: 1. High-visibility exterior (neon color) 2 Reflective outer surface (heat-reducing, water-repellent) 3 Elastic fastening device (e.g. elastic band) 4 storage pockets (integrated, reversible) 5 fastening elements (e.g. loops, eyelets) 6 fastening elements (e.g. carabiners, hooks)

[0011] Drawing description: Fig. Figures 1-7 show exemplary designs of the protective cover in different views and stages of stowing.

Claims

[1] Protective cover for a bicycle helmet and / or bicycle saddle, characterized by that the cover is double-sided and usable on both sides, with one outer side having a signal-effective, bright color scheme (especially neon colors) and the opposite outer side forming a reflective surface that can be used both as a helmet cover and as a saddle cover, the reflective outer side in the case of the saddle cover additionally reducing the heating of the saddle by sunlight and providing protection from rain, and that a storage bag permanently attached to the cover is incorporated into it, into which the cover can be turned inside out when not in use. [2] Coating according to claim 1, characterized bythat the cover can be fixed to different component geometries of helmet or saddle by means of an adaptable fastening device, wherein the fastening device can be designed, for example, as a circumferential elastic band, elastic band, cord, tension ring, Velcro strap or as a functionally equivalent device, so that the cover can be used both as a helmet cover and as a saddle cover without the need for different, separate shaping. [3] Coating according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the storage bag is permanently attached to the cover, for example by sewing, zippers, gluing, thermal bonding or riveting, and that the bag serves as a container for the fully folded cover when turned inside out. [4] Coating according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by, that fastening elements are provided on the inside of the storage bag, which become visible to the outside when the cover is stowed away and serve to attach the stowed bag to the bicycle saddle, bicycle frame or to a bag, wherein the fastening elements may be designed, for example, as carabiner hooks, hooks, clips, eyelets, longer loops or fabric eyelets or as functionally equivalent devices.

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