Golf club cover

Abstract

The present invention relates to a golf club cover, and more particularly to a golf club cover that is stored in a golf bag. The golf club cover for a golf bag comprises a main cover portion having a glove-shaped body that forms a storage compartment. Individual club head storage compartments extend from the main cover portion, and the openings at the upper and lower operating ends of the main cover portion can be fixed to the upper end of the golf bag. The club head storage compartments are shaped to accommodate any number of club heads of any number of golf clubs. Each club head storage compartment is provided with an indicator that shows which clubs can be stored and a closable opening that allows golf clubs to be stored or removed when the opening is open. The cover can form part of the golf club bag or be removed from the golf club bag.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a cover for a golf club, particularly a cover for a golf club to be stored in a golf bag.

Background Art

[0002] Golf is a popular sport enjoyed by millions of people around the world. Golf clubs are an essential element of the game, and proper care and protection are required to ensure their lifespan and optimal performance. Since golfers often carry clubs in a golf bag, the clubs may be exposed to various weather conditions and accidental impacts during transportation.

[0003] In existing golf bag designs, club protection during rainy weather may be limited. Many golf bags have a hood or flap that covers the upper opening, but they cannot fully protect the clubs from rain, sunlight, and other environmental factors. These environmental factors can cause rust and water retention on the golf clubs, potentially affecting the player's performance. Additionally, the golf clubs may rub against each other during transportation, causing scratches and damage.

[0004] U.S. Patent No. 5,383,505 by Louis M. Cordasco ("Cordasco"), "Golf Bag Cover with Removable Top," describes a protective cover with a removable top section that protects and covers a golf bag. The protective cover comprises a base section and an intermediate section connected to the base section. The intermediate section has an opening for inserting the golf bag into the cover, such that the base section of the golf bag fits into the base section of the cover. Furthermore, the cover includes a top section that is removablely attached to the intermediate section and can be used as an accessory bag for covering golf clubs when not in use. The top section is tall enough to cover multiple golf clubs stored in the golf bag and also has an opening for accessing the golf clubs. Cordasco describes a hood-type cover with a large interior space and a single opening for accessing golf clubs.

[0005] Eric C. Carey (hereinafter "Carey"), U.S. Patent Application No. US 2008 / 0264534 A1, "Cover for Sports Equipment," describes a cover for sports equipment comprising an elongated housing for storing sports equipment. The housing is manufactured from a given material and has a given size and shape. The housing has a predetermined opening for inserting and removing sports equipment. A fastening mechanism is operably connected to a predetermined position in the housing adjacent to the opening, and this fastening mechanism detachably fastens the opening in a closed position. Carey describes a cover that can be used to protect individual golf clubs.

[0006] Driver / club headcovers are also known in this technical field. Such driver covers for golf clubs are protective accessories designed to cover and protect the driver club head of a golf club. The cover is designed with a special shape and size to fit snugly to the driver club head and provides an additional layer of protection during transport and storage.

[0007] Golf club driver covers are typically made from durable and flexible materials, offering resistance to scratches, impacts, and minor environmental factors. The covers are often designed to fit the contours of the driver head, ensuring a secure fit and minimizing movement within the cover.

[0008] These covers can be a significant problem because players often remove them from their clubs during a stroke. If the cover is not reattached to the clubhead after the stroke, it is common for the cover to be left behind or lost. [Overview of the Initiative] [Problems that the invention aims to solve]

[0009] The object of the present invention is to provide a cover for golf clubs inside a golf bag that at least partially alleviates the above-mentioned problems. [Means for solving the problem]

[0010] The present invention provides a cover for golf clubs inside a golf bag. The cover comprises a glove-shaped body that forms a storage compartment and individual club head storage compartments extending from the body, the lower opening of the body cover being fixable to the upper end of the golf bag, the club head storage compartments being shaped to accommodate the club head portions of multiple golf clubs, and each club head storage compartment having a closable opening that allows golf clubs to be removed when the opening is open and protects the golf clubs when closed.

[0011] The golf club covers inside this golf bag are further characterized by being made of weather-resistant, water-resistant, protective, or other durable materials.

[0012] The golf club covers inside the golf bag include variations in the length of the club head compartments to accommodate different clubs.

[0013] The golf club covers inside the golf bag have a club head storage section that is elastically deformable.

[0014] The golf club cover inside the golf bag further includes an expandable club head storage section to accommodate clubs of various lengths and club heads of various sizes or shapes.

[0015] The golf club cover inside the golf bag further includes having a club head storage section that extends into the interior of the golf bag.

[0016] The golf club cover inside the golf bag further includes having a padded interior for protection in the separate club head compartment.

[0017] The golf club cover inside the golf bag includes a moisture-absorbing material inside the club head compartment to further help keep the clubs dry.

[0018] The golf club covers inside the golf bag further include having an indicator in the club head compartment. This indicator can show which club is stored in the compartment.

[0019] The golf club cover inside the golf bag further includes a club head compartment that includes at least a transparent portion so that the player can see the clubs inside the compartment. The present invention is not limited thereto, and the club head compartment may be made from a single material and may have markings to indicate which clubs are stored inside.

[0020] A cover for a golf club within a golf bag, wherein the upper end of the golf bag is the main opening of the golf bag and is usually used for taking the golf club in and out of the golf bag.

[0021] A cover for a golf club within a golf bag, wherein a closable opening can be closed by Velcro (registered trademark), a zipper, a clip, or a magnetic fastener.

[0022] A cover for a golf club, wherein a closable opening can be opened and closed by a remote electronic device.

[0023] A cover for a golf club, wherein the remote electronic device can receive an input device that receives a signal for opening a closable opening.

[0024] A cover for a golf club, wherein the input device is a signal emitted from a button, a microphone, or a GPS device.

[0025] A cover for a golf club within a golf bag, wherein the main body is detachably engaged with the golf bag by rubber, a zipper, a clip, Velcro (registered trademark), etc. The present invention is not limited to this point. The cover may form a part of the golf bag and may be removed when not needed.

[0026] A cover for a golf club within a golf bag, further including that the club head accommodating portion is similar to the shape of the club to be stored, similar to a club head cover known in the art.

[0027] The present invention further provides a golf bag cover comprising the following: a main cover portion having a glove-shaped body and forming a storage portion, and individual club head storage portions extending from the main cover portion. The main cover portion forms a part of the upper end of the golf bag, and the club head storage portions are shaped to accommodate the club head portions of a plurality of golf clubs. Each club head storage portion has a closable opening through which a golf club can be inserted and removed when the opening is open.

[0028] A golf bag in which the cover is integrally formed with the golf bag.

[0029] The golf bag cover is further characterized in that the club head storage portion is made of a weather-resistant, water-resistant, protective, or other durable material with a padded or absorbent interior.

[0030] The lengths of the club head storage portions of the golf bag cover are different so as to accommodate various clubs, and the club head storage portions may be elastically deformable so as to be able to accommodate clubs of various lengths and club heads of various sizes or shapes.

[0031] The club head storage portion may further be provided with markings or indicators indicating which clubs can be stored in the storage portion.

[0032] The closable opening of the golf bag cover can be closed with Velcro (registered trademark), a zipper, a clip, a magnetic fastener, or can be elastically closed.

[0033] The present invention further provides a golf bag comprising the following: a plurality of club head storage portions extending from the upper end of the golf bag. Each club head storage portion has a shape for accommodating the club head portion of a golf club, and each club head storage portion has a closable opening through which a golf club can be inserted and removed when the opening is open.

[0034] A golf bag in which the club head storage compartment is integrated with the golf bag itself.

[0035] The club head compartment of the golf bag is further characterized by being made of other durable materials that are weather-resistant, water-resistant, protective, or have a padded or water-absorbing interior.

[0036] The club head compartments are of different lengths to accommodate different clubs, but the club head compartments are elastically deformable to expand and contract, allowing them to accommodate clubs of various lengths and club heads of various sizes or shapes.

[0037] The club head storage compartment may also be provided with markings or indicators to show which clubs can be stored inside the compartment.

[0038] In golf bags, the closure of the opening can be done with Velcro (trademark registered), zipper, clip, magnetic fastener, or elastically.

[0039] These and other features of the present invention will be described in more detail below.

[0040] One or more embodiments of the present invention will be described below for illustrative purposes only, with reference to the drawings. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0041] [Figure 1] Figure 1 shows the golf club cover inside the golf bag. [Figure 2] Figure 2 is a detailed view of the interior of the housing section shown in Figure 1. [Figure 3] Figure 3 shows another embodiment of a cover for golf clubs inside a golf bag. [Figure 4] Figure 4 shows the golf club cover inside the golf bag shown in Figure 3, illustrating how to insert or remove golf clubs from the golf bag. [Figure 5] Figure 5 is a detailed view of a storage compartment that constitutes part of the golf club cover inside the golf bag shown in Figure 3. [Figure 6] Figure 6 is a detailed view of the interior of the housing section shown in Figure 3. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0042] The following detailed description is provided to enable those skilled in the art to understand and / or implement the present invention. Specific details are included to facilitate a comprehensive understanding, but it should be noted that these details are not essential for implementing the present invention.

[0043] The descriptions of specific uses are illustrative and do not limit the scope of the invention. Those skilled in the art will understand that various modifications can be made to the preferred embodiments. The principles and features disclosed herein can be applied to other embodiments and uses without departing from the scope of the invention.

[0044] The present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments shown, but encompasses the broadest possible range of principles and features disclosed herein. Referring to the drawings, a cover for golf clubs inside a golf bag is schematically shown by reference numeral 1.

[0045] The golf club cover inside the golf bag has a main cover section 2. The main cover section 2 has an opening at its lower end, and this opening can be fixed to the upper end of the golf bag 3. The upper end of the golf bag 3 is typically the end through which pliers are used to insert and remove golf clubs from the golf bag 3.

[0046] The main cover section 2 has a glove-shaped body 5 that forms the main storage section that receives the opening of the golf bag 3.

[0047] Independent club head storage sections 4 extend from the main cover section 2. These club head storage sections 4 are formed to accommodate individual golf clubs 10 that extend from the golf bag 3 through the main cover section 2 into the interior 8 of the club head storage section 4.

[0048] The club head housing 4 is similar in shape to the club it houses. It protects the club head, similar to driver head covers known in the art.

[0049] Each club head storage section 4 has an opening 6 that can be opened and closed. When the opening 6 is open, the golf club 10 can be removed, and when the opening 6 is closed, the golf club 10 is protected.

[0050] A club indicator 12 is attached to the outside of each club head storage compartment 4 to show the player which club 10 is stored inside.

[0051] The main body 5 of cover 1 is made of a weather-resistant, water-resistant, and protective material. The main body 2 functions as a cover to prevent collisions between golf clubs 10, and also fits snugly into the opening of the golf bag 3, blocking the flow of fluid between the outside and the inside of the golf bag 3, or between cover 1 and the outside.

[0052] The club head housing section 4 has different lengths 7 to accommodate various golf clubs 10. Each golf club 10 is of a different length, and the club heads connected to each club head housing section 4 at different angles have their own unique shapes, or can take on unique shapes. For this reason, the club head housing section 4 is made of an elastically deformable material.

[0053] The interior 8 of each club head storage section 4 is made of padded material 9 to further protect the golf clubs 10 stored inside the cover.

[0054] 1. The padded material 9 is absorbent, keeping the golf club 10 dry.

[0055] The closureable opening 6 is opened and closed with a zipper, but any other closure means can be used.

[0056] The main body 5 of cover 1 is detachably engageable with the golf bag 3. This allows the player to determine whether or not they need cover 1 on a playing day. This is achieved by an elastic section that fits snugly to the opening of the golf bag 3.

[0057] In yet another embodiment, the cover forms part of the golf bag, is manufactured as a component of it, and is configured to be non-removable. This is to create a golf club bag in which the cover 1 is standard equipment, as is known in the art.

[0058] Similar features are denoted by the same symbols. The main cover portion 2, which has a glove-like body, has individual club head storage portions 4 extending from the main cover portion 2. However, the main cover portion 2 is integrally formed with the upper end of the golf bag 3, and the golf clubs 10 are inserted into the club head storage portions 4. Each club head storage portion 4 still has a closable opening 6, which allows the golf clubs 10 to be removed when the opening 6 is open and protects the golf clubs when it is closed.

[0059] The present invention also provides a golf bag 3 comprising a plurality of club head storage compartments 4 extending from the upper end of the golf bag 3, the club head portions of a plurality of golf clubs 10 being inserted into the club head storage compartments 4. Each club head storage compartment has a closable opening 6, which allows the golf clubs 10 to be removed when the opening 6 is open and protects the golf clubs when the opening is closed.

[0060] Furthermore, at least a transparent portion 11 (Figures 3, 4, and 5) can be provided in each individual club head storage section 4, allowing the player to see the golf clubs 10 stored within each storage section 4.

[0061] In yet another embodiment, the cover body 5 is made of a soft, flexible, and deformable material so that the cover takes on a shape similar to a latex glove and stretches to cover the club and the opening of the golf bag. Alternatively, the club head storage section 4 may extend into the interior of the golf bag 3, and the main cover section 2 is not limited to fitting only the golf bag 3.

[0062] The present invention is not limited to using a zipper to close the opening 6 of the club head storage section 4, but may also use hook-and-loop fasteners (Velcro (trademark registered)), rubber, clips, magnets, elastic force, shape-conforming designs, etc.

[0063] The present invention also enables the electronic opening and closing of the opening. As a golfer approaches the ball, a mobile application on a mobile device such as a cell phone or GPS-enabled smartwatch can calculate the distance to a target, such as a hole, and suggest which club to use.

[0064] This calculation takes into account not only the player's ability, but also factors such as altitude, wind speed, and temperature. The system that calculates which club to use sends a signal to a receiver associated with one or more openings, which then electronically open the openings to allow access to the club.

[0065] This signal can be transmitted via a wireless signal such as Bluetooth (trademark), Wi-Fi, or other suitable signal. The electronic switch can be a battery-powered motor, an electronic magnet, or other suitable device capable of opening and closing an opening. Input can be from a mobile device, but buttons for manual selection or a microphone for voice recognition and / or activation can also be used.

[0066] The concepts described herein are intended to be incorporated into all new golf bags or golf bag accessories.

[0067] In the future, all golf club and golf bag covers should have the shape described herein. This would be an improvement over existing conventional technology, as it would allow for individual protection of each club. This would also be a significant improvement over current technology, as it would prevent players from accidentally misplacing club headcovers after removing them.

[0068] Those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention is not limited to the specific details described or shown herein, and that many other embodiments are possible without departing from the scope of the invention.

Claims

1. A cover for golf clubs inside a golf bag, It has a glove-shaped body and a main cover part that forms a storage compartment, It comprises individual club head housing sections extending from the main cover section, The lower opening of the main cover portion can be fixed to the upper end of the golf bag. The club head housing section is shaped to accommodate any number of club heads from any number of golf clubs. A golf club cover for a golf bag, wherein each of the club head storage compartments has a closable opening that allows golf clubs to be stored or removed when the opening is open.

2. The golf club cover according to claim 1, wherein the main body is made of at least a water-resistant material.

3. The golf club cover according to claim 1 or claim 2, wherein the main body is made of a protective material.

4. A golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein each of the club head housing sections is shaped to accommodate the club head portion of a particular golf club.

5. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the length of the club head housing portion varies to accommodate golf clubs of different lengths.

6. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the main body is elastically deformable.

7. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the club head housing portion is expandable and expandable, and changes to accommodate golf clubs of various lengths.

8. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the club head housing portion is expandable and expandable and changes to accommodate club heads of various shapes.

9. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the club head storage section extends into the interior of the golf bag.

10. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the inside of the club head housing is padded to protect the club head.

11. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the inside of the club head housing is made of a moisture-absorbing material.

12. A golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein an indicator is provided in the club head housing section.

13. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the club head housing portion includes at least a transparent portion.

14. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the upper end of the golf bag is the main opening of the golf bag.

15. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the closureable opening is closed by one or more of the following: hook-and-loop fasteners, zippers, clips, magnetic fasteners, and electronic fasteners, which fold the two parts together.

16. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the closable opening can be opened and closed by a remote electronic device.

17. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the remote electronic device has an input device for receiving a signal to open a closable opening.

18. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the input device is a signal emitted from a button, a microphone, or a GPS device.

19. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the main body can be detachably engaged with a golf bag by one or more of the following: an elastic body, a zipper, a clip, a magnet, or a hook-and-loop fastener.

20. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the cover forms part of the golf bag.

21. The golf club cover according to any one of the claims, wherein the club head housing portion has a shape similar to the shape of the club to be stored.

22. It is a golf bag cover, It has a glove-shaped body and a main cover part that forms a storage compartment, It comprises individual club head housing sections extending from the main cover section, The main cover portion forms a part of the upper end of the golf bag. The club head housing section is shaped to accommodate any number of club heads from any number of golf clubs. A golf bag cover, wherein each of the club head storage compartments has a closable opening that allows golf clubs to be stored or removed when open.

23. The golf bag cover according to claim 22, wherein the cover is formed integrally with the golf bag.

24. The golf bag cover according to claim 22 or 23, wherein the club head storage section is made of at least a water-resistant material.

25. The golf bag cover according to claim 22 or claim 23, wherein the club head storage section has a padded interior.

26. The golf bag according to any one of claims 22 to 25, wherein the length of the club head storage section is different, allowing different clubs to be stored.

27. The golf bag according to any one of claims 22 to 25, wherein the club head storage section is elastically deformable.

28. The golf bag according to any one of claims 22 to 27, wherein the club head storage section is provided with an indicator that shows which club is stored in the storage section.

29. The golf bag according to any one of claims 22 to 28, wherein the closureable opening can be closed with one or more of the following: hook-and-loop fasteners, zippers, clips, magnetic fasteners, elastic closure means, and electronic closure means.

30. It is a golf bag, A golf bag comprising a plurality of club head storage compartments extending from the upper end of the golf bag, wherein the club head storage compartments are shaped to accommodate the club head portion of a golf club, and each club head storage compartment has a closable opening that allows a golf club to be inserted or removed when open.

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