U.S. patent application number 11/204532 was filed with the patent office on 2006-03-02 for breathable mesh backsack with straps.
Invention is credited to Susan Marie Lindsey.
Application Number | 20060043135 11/204532 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 35941624 |
Filed Date | 2006-03-02 |
United States Patent
Application |
20060043135 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Lindsey; Susan Marie |
March 2, 2006 |
Breathable mesh backsack with straps
Abstract
An exercise bag made of see-through, breathable mesh fabric that
can carry exercise clothing and accessories, attach an exercise mat
to the outside of the bag, plus the bag can be worn backpack-style.
This bag provides the ability to carry items, plus attach a rolled
exercise mat to the outside of the bag, providing functionality not
provided by a bag designed to only carry a rolled exercise mat. In
addition, the mesh material allows the air to flow through the bag,
which is important when hot and sweaty exercise clothing is being
carried in the bag. The mesh will also allow a person to locate
items inside the bag. The backpack-style straps allow the load of
the bag to be distributed, instead of allowing the weight of the
bag to be carried on only one shoulder.
Inventors: |
Lindsey; Susan Marie;
(Seattle, WA) |
Correspondence
Address: |
SUSAN MARIE LINDSEY
601 PROSPECT STREET #203
SEATTLE
WA
98109
US
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Family ID: |
35941624 |
Appl. No.: |
11/204532 |
Filed: |
August 17, 2005 |
Related U.S. Patent Documents
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Application
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Filing Date |
Patent Number |
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60603748 |
Aug 24, 2004 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
224/576 ;
224/651 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A45F 3/04 20130101; A45C
3/001 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
224/576 ;
224/651 |
International
Class: |
A45C 15/00 20060101
A45C015/00; A45F 3/04 20060101 A45F003/04 |
Claims
1. A see-through, breathable bag with straps comprised of:
Fiberglass-coated mesh material trimmed with cotton fabric strips
comprising bag, and Double D-ring webbing straps for attaching and
securing rolled exercise mat, and Cross-over, adjustable
backpack-style shoulder straps Whereby a person could carry both
their exercise clothing and accessories, attach a rolled mat to the
outside of the bag.
2. A see-through, breathable bag with straps comprised of:
Fiberglass-coated mesh material trimmed with cotton fabric strips
comprising bag, and Double D-ring webbing straps for attaching and
securing rolled exercise mat, and Cross-over, adjustable
backpack-style shoulder straps Whereby a person could wear this bag
as a backpack and distribute the bag content weight across their
back and shoulders.
Description
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION
[0001] This application claims the benefit of Provisional Patent
Application Ser. No. 60/603,748, filed 2004 Aug. 24 by present
inventor.
FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH
[0002] None
[0003] Sequence Listing: None
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0004] 1. Field of Invention
[0005] This invention is a see-through, breathable mesh bag
designed for users to carry items, such as exercise clothing and
accessories, inside the rectangular-shaped bag area Attached to the
bag are straps with double D-ring fasteners which allow any size
rolled exercise mat (or other items) to be attached to the outside
of the bag. Also attached are adjustable shoulder straps that allow
the user to wear the bag as a backpack.
[0006] 2. Prior Art
[0007] Many bags used for Yoga/Pilates are designed to carry rolled
mats are designed to only carry a rolled exercise mat and do not
provide space to carry clothing and accessories, requiring the user
to carry an additional bag. This bag could be used for carry Yoga
and
[0008] Pilates clothing and accessories, plus attach the rolled
Yoga/Pilates mat to the outside of the bag.
[0009] U.S. Pat. No. 6,491,196 to Coler (2000) "yoga mat holder"
show a shoulder strap that only carries a rolled yoga mat. This
device does not allow the user to carry additional items such as
clothing and accessories.
[0010] The shoulder straps on this invention allow the user to wear
the bag like a backpack and therefore balance the weight of the bag
across both shoulders instead of only one shoulder.
[0011] U.S. Patent Application No. 20050172402 to Uretzky-Miller
(2005) "yoga mat carry bag" shows a bag with and end-cap design
that only caries a mat, but does not carry clothing and
accessories.
[0012] U.S. Pat. No. D389,642 to Nadel (1995) "Exercise and yoga
mat shoulder bag" is for the design of a bag designed for only
carrying a rolled yoga mat. There is no place to carry clothing or
accessories needed to participate in yoga or other activity and the
bag is worn over one shoulder--forcing all the weight in the bag to
be carried on only one shoulder.
[0013] U.S. Pat. No. 4,518,107 to Amos (1985) shows a backpack
device for carrying skis. But, there is no bag area to carry
clothing or accessories for the activity.
[0014] A fiberglass coated mesh material is used for the
construction of this invention. This mesh material allows the user
to locate items in the bag and provides "breathability", that is,
allowing air to move across hot and sweaty clothing that can be
carried in the bag after physical activity.
[0015] U.S. Pat. No. 5,845,994 to Rice (1998) shows a "mesh bag"
that is made up by tying knots in string and and lasso-like
closure. This material and bag would not provide the size or
support needed for carrying a rolled exercise mat, nor clothing and
accessories.
[0016] Cotton material is used to provide color and style for the
outside of this invention, but it purely ornamental. A snap at the
top of the bag provides bag closure.
[0017] U.S. Pat. No. 4,674,664 to Simon (1987) "backsack" shows a
shoulder harness with pouch. This pouch would not provide the space
needed for clothing and accessories, nor straps for carrying a
rolled mat.
[0018] U.S. Pat. No. 5,957,354 Mentken (1999) "backsack" provides
space for clothing and accessories and the ability to wear the bag
on one's back, but does not provide breathable material or the
ability to attach a rolled mat to the outside of the bag.
[0019] In conclusion, insofar as I am aware, there is no bag
created that provides a see-through, breathable bag area large
enough to carry exercise clothing and accessories, includes straps
to attach a rolled exercise mat to the outside of the bag, plus
allow the user to wear the bag as a backpack to distribute the
weight of the bag and contents.
OBJECTS AND ADVANTAGES
[0020] A backpack which carries exercise clothing and accessories,
which also allows an exercise mat to be attached to the bag
provides the following benefits: [0021] User only needs to carry
one bag [0022] Weight of the bag can be balanced across the back
[0023] Traditional 2 strap bags carry all the weight on one
shoulder or the other [0024] Pre-natal yoga class participants with
balance problems can benefit from carrying their exercise gear on
their backs [0025] Cotton fabrics provide color to bags
SUMMARY
[0026] This invention, an improved exercise bag which is a
see-through, breathable mesh backpack-style bag that can be used to
carry clothing and accessories on the inside of the bag, and attach
items such as a rolled exercise mat to the outside of the bag. The
rectangular box-shaped bag is constructed of fiberglass-coated mesh
material, decorated by cotton fabric. Webbing with double D-ring
fasteners form the straps used to attach a rolled exercise mat,
which could be a yoga or Pilates mat, to the outside of the bag.
The over-the-shoulder straps allow the bag to be worn as a backpack
and balance the weight of the bag across a person's back and
shoulders.
DRAWINGS
[0027] FIG. 1 shows the flat layout of mesh fabric that forms the
Breathable Mesh Backsack with Straps, before the side seams of bag
are sewn. This shows where cotton fabric and webbing straps are
attached.
[0028] FIG. 2 is a front view of the completed Breathable Mesh
Backsack with Straps.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0029] FIG. 1 shows the flat layout of mesh fabric that forms the
Breathable Mesh Backsack with Straps, before the side seams of bag
are sewn. This shows where cotton and webbing straps are
attached.
[0030] The foundation for the bag is a rectangular piece of
fiberglass-coated mesh material. Strips of cotton fabric are
attached at each end of the mesh. These strips are fastened using
1'' wide webbing (#1 and #4). A snap is attached at each end, in
the middle of the width of rectangle. A strip of cotton is attached
in the middle using two more strips of 1'' wide webbing (#2 and
#3).
[0031] The straps used to attached a rolled mat (or anything else)
are formed by strips of 1'' wide webbing. At the end of each strip,
two D-rings are attached by folding over approximately 1/2'' of
webbing and stitching. At the other end of the strip, fold over
approximately 1/4'' and stitch. These strips are attached to the
bag by attaching them to webbing strips #1 and #2. The D-ring end
is sewn approximately 2'' left of center of the bag, sewing over
the stitching where the D-rings were attached. The strap is laid
flat over webbing strip #1 and #2. The second stitching is
approximately 2'' to the right of center of the bag, leaving the
rest of the strip free. The free part of the strip can be used to
wrap around a rolled mat to the bag and secure it using the double
D-rings.
[0032] The shoulder straps are formed by two strips of 1'' webbing.
At the end of each strip, a tri-glide loop is attached by folding
over approximately 1/2'' of webbing and stitching. The adjustable
strap is formed by placing the free end of the strip is threaded
through a loop and then threaded through the tri-glide loop.
[0033] To attach the shoulder straps to the bag, the free end of
the first strap--leaving an overhang--is attached diagonally
towards the right side of the bag starting at the snap and stitched
in place. Continue attaching and stitching it down to the #2
webbing strip--approximately 3'' from the right of center of the
bag. Continue attaching and stitching the shoulder strap webbing to
the #3 webbing and end there.
[0034] The second strap--also leaving an overhang--is attached
diagonally towards the left side of the bag starting at the snap
and stitched. Continue attaching and stitching it down to the #2
webbing strip--approximately 3'' from the left of center of the
bag. Continue attaching and stitching the shoulder strap webbing to
the #3 webbing and end there.
[0035] The overhang of the first strap is threaded through the loop
attached to the adjustable end of the second strap. This forms a
part of the cross-over straps that allow this bag to be worn on a
person's back. Stitch in place.
[0036] The overhang of the second strap is threaded through the
loop attached to the adjustable end of the first strap. This forms
the completion of the cross-over straps that allow this bag to be
worn on a person's back. Stitch in place.
[0037] FIG. 2 is a front view of the completed Breathable Mesh
Backsack with Straps.
[0038] Shoulder straps are shown in (1). Webbing with loop
attachments over snap is shown in (2). Adjustment for shoulder
straps is shown in (3). Mesh fabric is used as the base of the
entire bag, but shows in (4). Cotton fabric (5) is attached to mesh
at the top and bottom of the bag. Webbing (6) is used to secure
edges of cotton fabric. Webbing straps (8) are used to wrap around
and attach rolled mat to bag and are then secured by double D-ring
fasteners (7).
REFERENCE NUMERALS
[0039] 1. Shoulder Straps
[0040] 2. Webbing crossover with slides and snap closure
[0041] 3. Slide loop Shoulder Strap adjustment
[0042] 4. Fiberglass coated mesh fabric
[0043] 5. Cotton fabric
[0044] 6. #1,#2,#3,#4 webbing webbing straps
[0045] 7. D-ring mat fasteners
[0046] 8. mat straps
OPERATION OF INVENTION
[0047] (1) The user can use the bag by placing clothing, shoes,
accessories, etc. in the top of the bag. The bag can be closed by
using the (2) attached snap.
[0048] (2) The two (8) mat straps on the outside of the bag, with
the attached (7) D-rings are used to secure a rolled exercise mat.
The mat is laid lengthwise on the side of the bag with these
straps. The free end of the (8) mat strap is wrapped around the mat
and threaded through both (7) D-rings. The strap is then circled
back and threaded through just one of the (7) D-rings. The user can
than tug on the strap end to tighten the strap around the mat.
Repeat these instructions for the second mat strap. Mats that can
be carried include Yoga and Pilates mats and other exercise
mats.
[0049] (3) The bag can be worn on the user's back by slipping the
arms through the (1) shoulder straps as one would for a backpack.
The (3) slide loop adjustor can be moved up or down to provide the
user with a comfortable fit over the shoulders.
ALTERNATE EMBODIMENT
[0050] The user may wear and use the bag without needing to use the
(8) mat straps. The user may fold the mat straps and loop them
through the (7) D-rings when not wanting to carry a mat or other
item outside the bag.
CONCLUSION, RAMIFICATION, AND SCOPE OF THE INVENTION
[0051] The bag allows users to carry one bag for both their
exercise mat and the exercise clothing and accessories needed for
an activity. In addition, the backpack design allows the user to
"balance" the bag's weight across their back, instead of
concentrating the weight on only one shoulder, as when using a
non-backpack bag.
[0052] The breathable mesh fabric allows the air to ventilate the
clothing and accessories transported in the bag, helping to prevent
the stale smell of exercise clothing stored in closed exercise
bags.
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