Fishing rod stands, folding stands, and tip covers for folding stands

Abstract

To provide a fishing rod stand, a folding stand, and a tip cover for the folding stand that prevent the loss of parts and allow for comfortable use. [Solution] The device comprises a connecting body 2 equipped with a rod holder locking part for diagonally hanging a fishing rod R, three or more leg parts 3 foldably connected to the connecting body 2 and having a butt cap 23 at its tip, and a butt cap cover 4 that covers the butt cap 23 at the tip of the leg part 3, wherein the butt cap cover 4 is provided so as to be movable in the axial direction of one of the leg parts 3 and has a first cap part 31 that covers the butt cap 23 of the leg part when folded, and has a plurality of second cap parts 32, 33 connected to the first cap part 31 that cover the butt caps 23 of the other leg parts 3 when folded, and the second cap parts 32, 33 are equipped with notches 44 into which the tips of the leg parts 3 are inserted and removed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a fishing rod stand, a folding stand, and a stone tip cover for a folding stand.

Background Art

[0002] For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a fishing rod stand for obliquely hanging a fishing rod during actual fishing. The fishing rod stand has a connecting main body portion, and a plurality of legs are foldable with respect to the connecting main body portion. At the tip of each leg, a stone tip and a stone tip cover for covering the stone tip are provided. Since the tip of the stone tip is a metal member or sharp, it is highly dangerous to expose it, and it also causes dirt. Therefore, it can be protected by covering the stone tip with a stone tip cover.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] Conventional stone tip covers are attached and detached to the stone tip by screwing or fitting. However, in any form, there is a problem that the stone tip cover is likely to be lost. Also, in the case of the screwing type, there is a problem that the attachment and detachment work becomes complicated. There is also a type that provides a belt for connecting the leg and the stone tip cover in order to prevent the loss of the stone tip cover. However, if there is a belt around the leg, there is a risk of getting caught on the belt and causing trouble during actual fishing.

[0005] The present invention was created to solve the above problems, and an object thereof is to provide a fishing rod stand, a folding stand, and a stone tip cover for a folding stand that can prevent the loss of parts and can be used comfortably. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] To solve the aforementioned problems, the present invention provides a connecting body with a rod holder locking part for hanging a fishing rod diagonally, three or more legs that are foldably connected to the connecting body and have a butt at the end, and a butt cover that covers each of the butts at the tip of the leg, wherein the butt cover is provided so as to be movable in the axial direction of one of the legs and covers the butt of the leg when folded, and a plurality of second cap parts that are connected to the first cap part and cover the butts of the other plurality of legs when folded, and each of the second cap parts has a notch into which the tip of the leg is inserted and removed.

[0007] According to this invention, the butt cap cover is attached to one of the legs and therefore cannot be lost. Furthermore, since the butt cap cover is directly attached to one of the legs, there is no need to attach a belt or the like. This prevents the butt cap from getting caught on a belt during actual fishing and allows for comfortable use.

[0008] Furthermore, it is preferable that the tip of the leg portion on which the first cap portion is provided is provided with a retaining portion to prevent the foot cover from coming off.

[0009] According to the main body, this prevents the foot cap cover from coming off the leg.

[0010] Furthermore, it is preferable that the tip cover abuts against the retaining portion and that all of the tips are covered by the tip cover when the legs are folded.

[0011] According to the present invention, multiple spikes can be easily covered with spike covers.

[0012] Furthermore, it is preferable that the tip of the ferrule is tapered, and that the second cap portion is tapered to match the shape of the tip.

[0013] According to the present invention, after covering each tip with a tip cover, it is possible to prevent the tip cover from moving towards the connecting body.

[0014] Furthermore, it is preferable that the notch in the second cap portion opens in a direction that allows the other multiple legs of the leg portion to open.

[0015] According to the present invention, the opening and closing of the legs can be easily performed.

[0016] Furthermore, it is preferable that a groove is formed in the axial direction of one of the legs, and that the first cap portion has a rib portion that protrudes radially inward and fits into the groove.

[0017] According to the present invention, it is possible to prevent the ferrule cover from rotating relative to the leg.

[0018] Furthermore, it is preferable that the first cap portion has slits on both sides of the rib portion that allow the rib portion to be elastically deformable.

[0019] According to the present invention, the ferrule cover can be positioned at a desired height relative to the leg portion.

[0020] Furthermore, the present invention is a foldable stand comprising a connecting body, three or more legs foldably connected to the connecting body and having a ferrule at its tip, and a ferrule cover that covers each of the ferrules at the tip of the leg, wherein the ferrule cover is provided so as to be movable in the axial direction of one of the legs and covers the ferrule of that leg when folded, and a plurality of second caps connected to the first cap and covering the ferrules of the other plurality of the legs when folded, and each of the second caps has a notch into which the tip of the leg is inserted and removed.

[0021] Also, the present invention is a stone projection cover for a folding stand including a connecting main body portion and three or more leg portions that are foldably connected to the connecting main body portion and have stone projections at their tips. The stone projection cover is provided so as to be movable in the axial direction of one of the leg portions, and includes a first cap portion that covers the stone projection of the leg portion when folded, and a plurality of second cap portions that are connected to the first cap portion and cover the stone projections of the other plurality of leg portions when folded. Each of the second cap portions is provided with a notch portion into which the tip of the leg portion is inserted. The stone projection cover of the folding stand is characterized by this.

Effect of the Invention

[0022] According to the fishing rod stand, folding stand, and stone projection cover of the folding stand of the present invention, it is possible to prevent loss of parts and use them comfortably.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0023] [Figure 1] It is a perspective view showing a fishing rod stand according to a first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] It is a rear view showing a fishing rod stand according to a first embodiment. [Figure 3] It is an enlarged perspective view showing a fishing rod stand according to a first embodiment. [Figure 4] It is an enlarged rear view showing a folded state of a fishing rod stand according to a first embodiment. [Figure 5] It is an enlarged perspective view showing a central leg portion of a fishing rod stand according to a first embodiment. [Figure 6] It is an enlarged view of the tip side showing a central leg portion of a fishing rod stand according to a first embodiment. [Figure 7] It is a perspective view showing a stone projection cover of a fishing rod stand according to a first embodiment. [Figure 8] It is a schematic view showing a stone projection cover of a fishing rod stand according to a first embodiment. [Figure 9]This is a perspective view showing the folded state of the fishing rod stand according to the first embodiment. [Figure 10] This is a side view showing the folded state of the fishing rod stand according to the first embodiment. [Figure 11] This is an enlarged perspective view showing the folded state of the fishing rod stand according to the first embodiment. [Figure 12] This is an enlarged perspective view showing the left leg of the fishing rod stand according to the first embodiment in an open position. [Figure 13] This is a perspective view showing the tip cover of the first modified example. [Figure 14] This is a side cross-sectional view showing the tip cover of the second modified example. [Figure 15] This is a plan view showing the tip cover according to the third modified example. [Figure 16] This is a plan view showing the tip cover according to the fourth modified example. [Figure 17] This is a plan view showing the tip cover related to the fifth modified example. [Figure 18] This is a plan view showing the foot tip cover according to the sixth modified example. [Figure 19] This is a plan view showing the foot tip cover according to the seventh modified example. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0024] [First Embodiment] The folding stand and the foot cover of the folding stand according to the embodiments will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings. In the following description, when referring to "front and back," "left and right," and "up and down," the directions shown in Figure 1 are used as the reference. Each embodiment and modification can be combined and applied as appropriate. The materials and dimensions in the following description are merely examples and do not limit the present invention. In the description of the drawings, the same elements are denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant descriptions are omitted as appropriate.

[0025] As shown in Figure 1, the folding stand of this embodiment exemplifies a fishing rod stand 1 for hanging a fishing rod R diagonally. As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the fishing rod stand 1 has a connecting main body 2, leg parts 3, and butt cap cover 4. The fishing rod stand 1 is foldable, with the leg parts 3 being opened and closed.

[0026] As shown in Figures 3 and 4, the connecting body 2 is made of resin and is the part to which the base end of the leg portion 3 is connected. A rod holder recess (rod holder locking portion) 11 for securing a fishing rod R is formed on the upper part of the connecting body 2. Also, rod holder arms 12, 12 are formed on the rear surface of the connecting body 2. Multiple rod holder locking portions for securing a fishing rod R are formed by the rod holder arms 12 curving continuously in the height direction. The rod holder arms 12 are rotatable relative to the connecting body 2 and are deployed to a position that is generally horizontal when in use. As shown in Figure 4, when folded, the rod holder arms 12, 12 can be closed by overlapping them on the rear side of the connecting body 2.

[0027] The lower part of the connecting body 2 is provided with a weight suspension section 15 for suspending a weight. The weight suspension section 15 is formed, for example, by an S-shaped hook. By suspending, for example, a bucket filled with water from the weight suspension section 15, tipping over can be prevented.

[0028] The leg section 3 consists of three legs: a central leg section 3A, a right leg section 3B, and a left leg section 3C. The number of legs may be four or more. As shown in Figure 5, the central leg section 3A includes an inner cylinder 21, an outer cylinder 22, a foot fin 23, and an adjustment lever 24. Both the inner cylinder 21 and the outer cylinder 22 are made of metal. The central leg section 3A is connected to the connecting body section 2 so as to open and close (tilt) towards the rear. The inner cylinder 21 is the part that is directly connected to the connecting body section 2. The outer circumferential surface of the inner cylinder 21 has a recessed groove 25 that is recessed inward along its entire length.

[0029] The outer cylinder 22 is connected to the tip side of the inner cylinder 21. The outer surface of the outer cylinder 22 has a recessed groove 26 that is recessed inward along its entire length. The inner diameter of the outer cylinder 22 is formed to be slightly larger than the outer diameter of the inner cylinder 21. The outer cylinder 22 is slidable along the axial direction on the outside of the inner cylinder 21.

[0030] The adjustment lever 24 is provided at the base end of the outer cylinder 22. The inside of the adjustment lever 24 is provided with a rib portion (not shown) that engages with the groove 25 of the inner cylinder 21. When the adjustment lever 24 is opened, the outer cylinder 22 becomes slidable relative to the inner cylinder 21. When the adjustment lever 24 is closed, the movement of the outer cylinder 22 relative to the inner cylinder 21 is restrained. In other words, the length of the central leg portion 3A can be changed as needed using the adjustment lever 24. In addition, because the groove 25 of the inner cylinder 21 and the groove 26 of the outer cylinder 22 are engaged, relative rotation of the inner cylinder 21 and the outer cylinder 22 can be prevented.

[0031] As shown in Figure 6, the foot ferrule 23 is provided at the tip of the central leg portion 3A and has a base portion 27 and a shaft portion 28. The base portion 27 is made of resin and is attached to the tip of the outer cylinder 22. The base portion 27 has a tapered shape and has a circular end face 27a in plan view. The outer diameter of the end face 27a is the same as the outer diameter of the outer cylinder 22. The shaft portion 28 is made of metal and has a cylindrical shape. The shaft portion 28 is provided at the tip of the base portion 27.

[0032] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the right leg portion 3B is connected to the connecting body portion 2 so as to open and close diagonally to the front right. Since the basic configuration of the right leg portion 3B is the same as that of the central leg portion 3A, the same reference numeral is used and a detailed explanation is omitted.

[0033] The left leg section 3C is connected to the connecting body section 2 so as to open and close diagonally to the left front. Since the left leg section C has the same basic configuration as the central leg section 3A, it is given the same reference numeral and a detailed explanation is omitted.

[0034] As shown in Figure 6, the ferrule cover 4 is made of resin and is a component that protects each ferrule 23. The ferrule cover 4 comprises a first cap portion 31 and second cap portions 32 and 33, each having a cylindrical shape. The first cap portion 31 of the ferrule cover 4 is attached to the central leg portion 3A so as to be movable in the axial direction.

[0035] As shown in Figure 7, the first cap portion 31 comprises a main cylindrical portion 34, a rib portion 35, and slits 36, 36. The main cylindrical portion 34 is cylindrical in shape and has an inner diameter slightly larger than the outer diameter of the outer cylinder 22 of the central leg portion 3A. The rib portion 35 protrudes radially inward from the inner circumferential surface of the main cylindrical portion 34. The rib portion 35 extends downward from the open end for a predetermined length. As shown in Figure 8, the rib portion 35 engages with the groove 26 of the outer cylinder 22 of the central leg portion 3A and is slidable along the groove 26.

[0036] As shown in Figure 8, the slits 36, 36 are provided on both sides of the rib portion 35. The slits 36, 36 extend downward from the opening end for a predetermined length. The rib portion 35 and the slits 36, 36 can exert a biasing force on the central leg portion 3A. In other words, the protruding height of the rib portion 35 is set to allow axial movement while preventing the foot tip cover 4 from sliding off the central leg portion 3A.

[0037] The second cap portion 32 is fixed to the right side of the main body cylinder portion 34 via a connecting portion 37. The second cap portion 33 is fixed to the left side of the main body cylinder portion 34 via a connecting portion 38. The second cap portions 32 and 33 are generally the same shape, except for the opening direction of the notch portion 44, which will be described later. The height dimension of the second cap portions 32 and 33 is smaller than the height dimension of the first cap portion 31. Also, the lower ends of the first cap portion 31 and the second cap portions 32 and 33 are at the same height. As shown in Figure 8, the centers (circular centers) of the first cap portion 31 and the second cap portions 32 and 33 are arranged to be aligned in a straight line.

[0038] The second cap portion 32 comprises a large diameter portion 41, a tapered portion 42, a small diameter portion 43, and a notch portion 44. The large diameter portion 41 is the portion that covers the lower end of the outer cylinder 22 of the right leg portion 3B. The large diameter portion 41 is formed with an inner diameter slightly larger than the outer diameter of the outer cylinder 22 of the right leg portion 3B. The tapered portion 42 is continuous with the large diameter portion 41 and is the portion that covers the base portion 27 of the ferrule 23 of the right leg portion 3B. The tapered portion 42 is tapered towards the tip. The small diameter portion 43 is the portion that covers the shaft portion 28 of the ferrule 23 of the right leg portion 3B. The small diameter portion 43 is continuous with the lower end of the tapered portion 42.

[0039] The notch 44 is formed by cutting out the entire height of the second cap portion 32. The opening direction of the notch 44 is the same as the opening and closing direction of the right leg portion 3B (to the right front). Guide portions 45, 45 that protrude radially outward in a plate-like manner are provided in the height direction of the notch 44.

[0040] The second cap portion 33 comprises a large diameter portion 41, a tapered portion 42, a small diameter portion 43, and a notch portion 44. The large diameter portion 41 is the portion that covers the lower end of the outer cylinder 22 of the left leg portion 3C. The large diameter portion 41 is formed with an inner diameter slightly larger than the outer diameter of the outer cylinder 22 of the left leg portion 3C. The tapered portion 42 is continuous with the large diameter portion 41 and is the portion that covers the base portion 27 of the ferrule 23 of the left leg portion 3C. The tapered portion 42 is tapered towards the tip. The small diameter portion 43 is the portion that covers the shaft portion 28 of the ferrule 23 of the left leg portion 3C. The small diameter portion 43 is continuous with the lower end of the tapered portion 42.

[0041] The notch 44 is formed by cutting out the entire height of the second cap portion 32. The opening direction of the notch 44 is the same as the opening and closing direction of the left leg portion 3C (left diagonally forward). Guide portions 45, 45 that protrude radially outward in a plate-like manner are provided in the notch 44 along its height.

[0042] Next, the method of using the fishing rod stand 1 according to this embodiment will be described. Figure 9 is a perspective view showing the folded state of the fishing rod stand according to the first embodiment. Figure 10 is a side view showing the folded state of the fishing rod stand according to the first embodiment. As shown in Figure 9, in the stored state, the butt caps 23 of the central leg 3A, the right leg 3B, and the left leg 3C are covered by the butt cap cover 4. Also, each adjustment lever 24 is located at the upper end, and the leg 3 is at its shortest. Furthermore, as shown in Figure 10, when viewed from the side, the central leg 3A, the right leg 3B, and the left leg 3C are aligned in a straight line, resulting in a neat appearance. In addition, the rod rest arms 12, 12 are stored parallel to the leg 3 at the rear of the leg 3, so they can be compactly stored in a bag or the like.

[0043] As shown in Figure 11, in the folded (stored) state, the tip cover 4 is located at the lowest end of the central leg portion 3A. More specifically, the lower end of the rib portion 35 of the first cap portion 31 (see Figure 7) abuts against the end face 27a of the base portion 27 of the central leg portion 3A (see Figure 6). As a result, the end face 27a functions as a "retaining part" that prevents the tip cover 4 from coming off. Also, at the position where the first cap portion 31 is at the lowest end, the entire tip 23 of the central leg portion 3A is covered by the first cap portion 31.

[0044] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 11, when folded, the tip 23 of the right leg 3B is covered by the second cap portion 32. Also, the tip 23 of the left leg 3C is covered by the second cap portion 33. In other words, when the tip cover 4 is positioned at its lowest point, the height positions of the second cap portions 32 and 33 relative to the first cap portion 31 are set so that the tip 23 of the right leg 3B and the tip 23 of the left leg 3C are covered by the second cap portions 32 and 33.

[0045] Since the second cap portions 32 and 33 are each provided with tapered portions 42, the tip cover 4 can be prevented from moving upward when folded. In other words, the aforementioned "anti-slip portion" and the tapered portions 42 of the second cap portions 32 and 33 prevent the tip cover 4 from moving vertically when folded.

[0046] As shown in Figure 12, when using the fishing rod stand 1, the right leg 3B and the left leg 3C are pulled out from the notches 44, 44 of the second cap sections 32, 33, respectively, and the legs 3 are unfolded to form a tripod. As shown in Figure 1, it is preferable to position the tip cover 4 slightly above the bottom end in order to expose the tip 23 of the central leg section 3A. To store the stand, simply reverse the procedure used during use.

[0047] As described above, with the fishing rod stand 1 according to this embodiment, the butt cap cover 4 is provided on the central leg 3A and therefore cannot be lost. Furthermore, since the butt cap cover 4 is directly provided on the central leg 3A, there is no need to provide a belt or the like to attach the butt cap cover 4. This prevents problems caused by the butt cap getting caught on a belt and allows for comfortable use. In addition, the second cap portions 32 and 33 of the butt cap cover 4 are each provided with notches 44 through which the butt caps 23 of the right leg 3B and left leg 3C are inserted and removed. This makes it easy to open and close the fishing rod stand 1.

[0048] Furthermore, the tip of the central leg portion 3A, which is provided with the first cap portion 31, is provided with a retaining portion to prevent the foot tip cover 4 from coming off. In other words, the retaining portion is formed by the contact between the rib portion 35 of the first cap portion 31 and the end face 27a of the foot tip 23, thereby preventing the foot tip cover 4 from coming off.

[0049] Furthermore, when the foot tip cover 4 contacts the retaining part and the leg portion 3 is folded, all of the foot tips 23 are covered by the foot tip cover 4. This makes storage easier.

[0050] Furthermore, the tip 23 is tapered, and the second cap portions 32 and 33 are tapered to match the shape of the tip 23. This prevents the tip cover 4 from moving towards the connecting body portion 2 after each tip 23 has been covered with the tip cover 4.

[0051] Furthermore, the notches 44 in the second cap portions 32 and 33 are open in the direction that the right leg portion 3B and the left leg portion 3C open and close. This makes it easy to open and close the right leg portion 3B and the left leg portion 3C.

[0052] Furthermore, a groove 26 is formed in the axial direction of the central leg portion 3A, and the first cap portion 31 is provided with a rib portion 35 that protrudes radially inward and fits into the groove 26. This prevents the foot cap cover 4 from rotating relative to the central leg portion 3A.

[0053] Furthermore, the first cap portion 31 is provided with slits 36, 36 on both sides of the rib portion 35, which allow the rib portion 35 to be elastically deformable. As a result, a biasing force is applied to the central leg portion 3A, so that the foot cap cover 4 does not slip down and can be positioned at the desired height.

[0054] Furthermore, in this embodiment, guide portions 45, 45 are provided in the notches 44 of the second cap portion 32. This allows each foot tip 23 to be easily guided, enabling smooth storage. In addition, the central leg portion 3A engages with the groove 25 of the inner cylinder 21 and the groove 26 of the outer cylinder 22, preventing the inner cylinder 21 and the outer cylinder 22 from rotating relative to each other. Also, since the rib portion 35 of the foot tip cover 4 engages with the groove 26, there is no need to provide a separate groove for the foot tip cover 4.

[0055] [First variation] Embodiments of the present invention have been described above, but the design can be modified as appropriate. For example, Figure 13 is a perspective view showing a first modified example. As shown in Figure 13, the tip cover 4A according to the first modified example comprises a first cap portion 31A, second cap portions 32A, 33A and a fastener 50.

[0056] The first cap portion 31A is cylindrical and covers the ferrule 23 of the central leg portion 3A. A fastener 50 is provided on the outer circumferential surface of the first cap portion 31. The fastener 50 comprises a knob 51 and a shaft portion 52 extending perpendicularly from the knob 51. The fastener 50 is screw-type, and the ferrule cover 4A can be fastened to the desired position by turning the knob 51.

[0057] The second cap portion 32A is cylindrical and covers the ferrule 23 of the right leg portion 3B. The second cap portion 32A has a notch 44 formed in the height direction. The second cap portion 33A is cylindrical and covers the ferrule 23 of the left leg portion 3C. The second cap portion 33A has a notch 44 formed in the height direction.

[0058] The tip cover 4A according to the first modified example can also achieve substantially the same effects as the first embodiment. Furthermore, with the tip cover 4A, the tip cover 4A can be fastened at a desired height position by operating the fastener 50. The second cap portions 32A and 33A may have a tapered shape, as in the embodiment described above.

[0059] [Second variation] Figure 14 is a side cross-sectional view showing a second modified example. The ferrule cover 4B according to the second modified example comprises a first cap portion 31B and second cap portions 32B and 33B. The first cap portion 31B is cylindrical and covers the ferrule 23 of the central leg portion 3A. The first cap portion 31B penetrates in the vertical direction.

[0060] The second cap portion 32B is cylindrical and covers the ferrule 23 of the right leg portion 3B. The second cap portion 32B has a plate-shaped bottom portion 49 that covers its lower end. The second cap portion 33B is cylindrical and covers the ferrule 23 of the left leg portion 3C. The second cap portion 33B has a plate-shaped bottom portion 49 that covers its lower end.

[0061] The first modified foot tip cover 4B can achieve substantially the same effects as the first embodiment. Furthermore, since the foot tip cover 4B is provided with a bottom portion 49 on the second cap portions 32B and 33B, the foot tips 23 of the right leg portion 3B and the left leg portion 3C can be protected more reliably.

[0062] [Third variation] Figure 15 is a plan view showing a ferrule cover according to a third modified example. As shown in Figure 15, the ferrule cover 4C is provided with second cap portions 32C and 33C. The second cap portions 32C and 33C are provided with notches 44 that open to opposite sides in the lateral direction. As shown in the ferrule cover 4C according to the third modified example, the right leg portion 3B and the left leg portion 3C may be configured to open to the left and right sides relative to the central leg portion 3A (see the thick arrows in Figure 15; the same applies hereinafter).

[0063] [Fourth variation] Figure 16 is a plan view showing a toe cap cover according to the fourth modified example. As shown in Figure 16, the toe cap cover 4D has a second cap portion 32D in the center, a first cap portion 31D on the right side, and a second cap portion 33D on the left side. The second cap portions 32D and 33D also have notches 44 that open to opposite sides in the vertical direction. The central leg portion 3A is inserted into the first cap portion 31D, and the right leg portion 3B and the left leg portion 3C are inserted into the second cap portions 32D and 33D, respectively.

[0064] As shown in the fourth modified example, the foot tip cover 4D may be configured such that the right leg portion 3B and the left leg portion 3C open to the front and rear sides relative to the central leg portion 3A. Also, the first cap portion 31D may be provided at the end of the foot tip cover 4D rather than in the center.

[0065] [Fifth variation] Figure 17 is a plan view showing a toe cap cover according to the fifth modified example. As shown in Figure 17, the toe cap cover 4E has a first cap portion 31E in the center and second cap portions 32E and 33E on the left and right sides. The first cap portion 31 has a notch 61 that opens in the front-rear direction. This allows the toe cap cover 4E to be attached to and detached from the central leg portion 3A. The second cap portions 32E and 33E have notches 44 that open to opposite sides in the lateral direction. They may also be attached to and detached from the central leg portion 3A, as in the toe cap cover 4E according to the fifth modified example.

[0066] [Sixth variation] Figure 18 is a plan view showing a toe cap cover according to the sixth modified example. As shown in Figure 18, the toe cap cover 4F comprises a first cap portion 31F and second cap portions 32F, 33F. The second cap portions 32F, 33F are provided with notches 44 that open diagonally. As in the toe cap cover 4F according to the sixth modified example, the second cap portions 32F, 33F may be provided diagonally to the first cap portion 31F.

[0067] [Seventh variation] Figure 19 is a plan view showing the foot tip cover 4G according to the seventh modification. As shown in Figure 19, the foot tip cover 4G differs in that it has four legs instead of three. The foot tip cover 4G comprises a first cap portion 31G and second cap portions 32G, 33G, and 34G, each having a notch 44. The notches 44 of the second cap portions 32G, 33G, and 34G are formed to open in the horizontal, vertical, and diagonal directions, respectively. As with the foot tip cover 4G according to the seventh modification, the fishing rod stand of the present invention can also be applied to cases with four legs. Note that the number of second cap portions will increase in accordance with the increase in the number of legs of the fishing rod stand.

[0068] Furthermore, while a fishing rod stand was used as an example of a foldable stand in this embodiment and its modified form, the foldable stand and its tip cover may also be applied to, for example, a stand for a camera, video camera, or smartphone when taking pictures. In that case, a mounting section for attaching and detaching the camera or the like would be provided on the connecting body. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0069] 1 Fishing rod stand 2. Connecting main body 3 legs 3A Central leg 3B Right leg 3C Left leg 4. Tip cover 11 Rod holder recess (rod holder locking part) 12. Rod holder arm (rod holder locking part) 31. First cap section 32 Second cap section 35 Rib section 36 slits 42 Tapered section 44 Notch R Fishing Rod

Claims

1. A connecting main body equipped with a rod holder locking section for hanging a fishing rod diagonally, Three or more legs are foldably connected to the aforementioned connecting body and have a foot tip at the end, The leg portion has a tip cover that covers each of the aforementioned tips, The aforementioned tip cover is A first cap portion is provided so as to be movable in the axial direction of one of the legs, and covers the tip of the leg when folded, Multiple second cap portions are connected to the first cap portion and cover the ferrules of the other legs when folded, A fishing rod stand characterized in that each of the second cap portions is provided with a notch into which the tip of the leg portion is inserted and removed.

2. The fishing rod stand according to claim 1, characterized in that the tip of the leg portion on which the first cap portion is provided is provided with a retaining part to prevent the foot cap cover from coming off.

3. The fishing rod stand according to claim 2, characterized in that the tip cover abuts against the retaining portion and all of the tips are covered by the tip cover when the legs are folded.

4. The aforementioned butt end is tapered, The fishing rod stand according to claim 1, characterized in that the second cap portion is tapered to match the shape of the butt cap.

5. The fishing rod stand according to claim 1, characterized in that the notch of the second cap portion opens in a direction that allows the other multiple legs of the leg portion to open.

6. A groove is formed in the axial direction of one of the aforementioned legs, The fishing rod stand according to claim 1, characterized in that the first cap portion has a rib portion that protrudes radially inward and fits into the groove.

7. The fishing rod stand according to claim 6, characterized in that the first cap portion has slits on both sides of the rib portion that allow the rib portion to be elastically deformable.

8. The connecting main body and Three or more legs are foldably connected to the aforementioned connecting body and have a foot tip at the end, The leg portion has a tip cover that covers each of the aforementioned tips, The aforementioned tip cover is A first cap portion is provided so as to be movable in the axial direction of one of the legs, and covers the tip of the leg when folded, Multiple second cap portions are connected to the first cap portion and cover the ferrules of the other legs when folded, A folding stand characterized in that each of the second cap portions has a notch into which the tip of the leg portion is inserted and removed.

9. The connecting main body and A folding stand comprising three or more legs that are foldably connected to the connecting main body and each leg having a foot tip, wherein a foot tip cover covers the foot tip, A first cap portion is provided so as to be movable in the axial direction of one of the legs, and covers the tip of the leg when folded, Multiple second cap portions are connected to the first cap portion and cover the ferrules of the other legs when folded, A foldable stand tip cover characterized in that each of the second cap portions has a notch into which the tip of the leg portion is inserted and removed.

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