U.S. patent application number 11/738873 was filed with the patent office on 2008-09-04 for cold weather garment.
Invention is credited to Ron Panek.
Application Number | 20080209609 11/738873 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 35423537 |
Filed Date | 2008-09-04 |
United States Patent
Application |
20080209609 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Panek; Ron |
September 4, 2008 |
Cold Weather Garment
Abstract
In one example embodiment of the present invention, the user
carries a backpack, which holds the cape inside, until the user
requires the cold weather garment. To use the cold weather garment,
the user removes the cape from the bag, places the user's feet in
the bag and wraps the cape around the user's body. In other
embodiments, the cape may be designed to wrap about the users body
and at least a portion of the users legs.
Inventors: |
Panek; Ron; (Chisago City,
MN) |
Correspondence
Address: |
MERCHANT & GOULD PC
P.O. BOX 2903
MINNEAPOLIS
MN
55402-0903
US
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Family ID: |
35423537 |
Appl. No.: |
11/738873 |
Filed: |
April 23, 2007 |
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Current U.S.
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2/66 ; 2/243.1;
2/69.5; 2/88; 224/576 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A41D 15/04 20130101;
A41D 3/08 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
2/66 ; 2/69.5;
2/88; 2/243.1; 224/576 |
International
Class: |
A41D 5/00 20060101
A41D005/00; A41D 1/00 20060101 A41D001/00; A41D 3/08 20060101
A41D003/08; A41D 27/00 20060101 A41D027/00; A45C 15/00 20060101
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Claims
1. A method, comprising: providing a bag defining a cavity and an
opening granting access to the cavity, the bag including a cape
stored within the cavity of the bag; removing the cape from the
cavity of the bag; placing an individual's feet and a portion of
the individual's legs in the cavity of the bag; and sitting down
and wrapping the cape around the individual's body.
2. A method of using a cold weather garment, the method comprising:
providing a backpack defining a cavity and a top portion defining
an opening to the cavity, the backpack including a flap, and the
backpack including a cape storable within the cavity of the
backpack, the cape being wing shaped such that the cape tapers from
a first length of the cape, at least a portion of which is coupled
to the backpack, to a second length that is a free end of the cape,
the first length being greater than the second length; removing the
cape from the cavity of the backpack; placing an individual's feet
and a portion of the individual's legs in the cavity of the
backpack; wrapping the cape around the individual's body; and
covering the individual's thighs using the flap when the individual
is sitting.
3. The method of claim 2, further comprising fastening fasteners on
the cape when the cape is wrapped around the individual's body.
4. The method of claim 2, further comprising placing the
individual's hands into a hand warmer that is coupled to the
flap.
5. The method of claim 2, further comprising fastening a belt that
extends around the individual's torso, the belt being coupled to
the cape.
6. The method of claim 2, further comprising detaching the cape
from the backpack.
7. The method of claim 2, further comprising: uncovering the
individual's thighs; unwrapping the cape from around the
individual's body; removing the individual's feet and legs from the
cavity of the backpack; and placing the cape into the cavity of the
backpack.
8. A method of using a cold weather garment, the method comprising:
providing a backpack defining a cavity and a top portion defining
an opening to the cavity, the backpack including a flap having a
hand warmer, and the backpack including a cape storable within the
cavity of the backpack, the cape being wing shaped such that the
cape tapers from a first length of the cape, at least a portion of
which is coupled to the backpack, to a second length that is a free
end of the cape, the first length being greater than the second
length, and the cape including fasteners and a belt; removing the
cape from the cavity of the backpack; placing the individual's feet
and a portion of the individual's legs in the cavity of the
backpack; wrapping the cape around the individual's body; fastening
the fasteners on the cape and the belt; covering the individual's
thighs using the flap when the individual is sitting; and placing
the individual's hands into the hand warmer.
9. The method of claim 8, further comprising detaching the cape
from the backpack.
10. The method of claim 8, further comprising: removing the
individual's hands from the hand warmer; uncovering the
individual's thighs; unfastening the fasteners on the cape and the
belt; unwrapping the cape from the individual's body; removing the
individual's feet and the individual's legs from the cavity of the
backpack; and placing the cape into the cavity of the backpack.
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] This disclosure pertains to a cold weather garment and
method of using said cold weather garment.
BACKGROUND
[0002] There are many cold weather activities, especially those
involving long periods of inactivity, which require the use of a
warm garment. Many of these activities only require the warm
garment at particular times during the activity. For example, the
garment may not be needed while traveling to and from the activity
but is needed during the activity.
[0003] Deer hunting, ice fishing or watching sporting events are
some examples of activities where a warm garment is not needed
while traveling to and from the hunting spot, ice fishing spot or
sporting event, but is needed during the activity. For example,
staying warm is not a problem while walking to and from the hunting
or fishing spot because the physical activity of walking keeps the
person warm. But when the person reaches the desired fishing or
hunting location they may sit still and become cold without the
proper gear. Additionally, a person may begin to perspire while
walking to and from hunting or fishing spots, especially if they
are wearing a warm garment.
[0004] Then, while sitting still waiting for fish to bite or a deer
to pass by, a person may become cold because of the cold
temperature and inactivity. Furthermore, they may become cold more
quickly if they are damp from perspiring. This situation can be
exacerbated by wind drafting into seams or openings in typical
garments, such as jackets, for example. Jackets allow cold wind to
penetrate the interior of the jacket through the bottom, the neck,
and sleeves. Wind entering the interior of the jacket, especially
in combination with perspiration, greatly reduces the garment's
ability to keep a person warm in cold environments.
SUMMARY
[0005] In one example embodiment of the present disclosure, a cold
weather garment is disclosed, which includes a bag made to receive
a user's feet and a cape for wrapping around the user while in a
sitting position. The bag has at least one strap for carrying the
bag. Capes made according to the principles of the present
disclosure can be made in any number of shapes and sizes and can be
made of various materials or combinations of materials. For
example, in one embodiment the cape may be constructed of a
weatherproof material. In yet another embodiment, the cape may be
constructed of a quiet material or both a quiet and weatherproof
material. The cape, along with the bag, could also be reversible
such that different sides serve different functions.
[0006] In another example embodiment, the bag has shoulder straps,
so the user can carry the bag like a backpack. The user carries the
backpack, which has the cape inside, until the user requires the
cold weather garment. To use the cold weather garment, the user
removes the cape from the bag, places the user's feet in the bag
and wraps the cape around the user's body. In some embodiments, a
portion of the cape can also wrap around a portion of the bag and
the user's legs.
[0007] In yet another aspect of an example embodiment, the bag
could include a flap for closing the bag when the bag is being
transported or stored. When the bag is being used, the cape is
removed from the bag. Again, the user places his feet in the bag,
but in this example embodiment, the user takes the flap and places
it over his lap and then wraps the cape about the user's body to
stay warm.
[0008] In yet another aspect of an example embodiment, the cold
weather garment could include a backpack having a cape connected to
the backpack such that the cape fits inside of the backpack and the
backpack can be closed when not in use. When the user needs the
garment to stay warm, the user removes the cape from the backpack,
places his feet inside the bag and wraps the cape around the user's
body. In this example embodiment, the cape could include a hood to
receive the user's head and fasteners on the cape to keep the cape
wrapped about the user's body.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0009] FIG. 1 is a front perspective view of one example embodiment
showing a cold weather garment constructed according to the
principles of this disclosure being used.
[0010] FIG. 2 is a side perspective view of the embodiment of FIG.
1.
[0011] FIG. 3 is a side view of one example embodiment of the cold
weather garment constructed according to the principles of this
disclosure in its storage and transportation mode.
[0012] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the example embodiment shown
in FIGS. 1-3 constructed according to the principles of this
disclosure.
[0013] FIG. 4(a) is a cross section of the bag shown in FIGS.
1-4.
[0014] FIG. 4(b) is a cross section of the cape shown in FIGS.
1-4.
[0015] FIG. 5 is a perspective view of another example embodiment
of a cold weather garment constructed according to the principles
of this disclosure.
[0016] FIG. 6 is an example of a cape portion of an example
embodiment of the cold weather garment constructed according to the
principles of this disclosure.
[0017] FIG. 7 is another cape portion of an example embodiment of a
cold weather garment constructed according to the principles of
this disclosure.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0018] With reference now to the various drawing figures in which
identical elements are numbered identically throughout, example
embodiments incorporating the principles of the present disclosure
will now be provided.
[0019] FIGS. 1-7 represent example embodiments made according to
the principles of the present disclosure. The example embodiments
illustrated in FIGS. 1-7 are only some of the many configurations
that can be built according to this disclosure.
[0020] In the example embodiment shown in FIGS. 1-4, the cold
weather garment 113 generally comprises a bag 215, and a cape 100.
The user sits down placing his feet in the bag 215 and wraps the
cape 100 around the user's body. The cape 100, as shown in the
example embodiment in FIG. 1, wraps around the user and covers the
top portion 210 of the bag 215. Alternatively, the cape 100 can be
designed to cover the user's body and only a portion or none of the
top portion 210 of the bag 215. The cape 100 may also include a
hood 101 having hood flaps 103, which secure over a portion of the
user's face to help trap body heat and prevent wind from entering
the cold weather garment 113.
[0021] The bag 215 includes at least one strap 212, and preferable
two straps 212 for carrying the bag 215. The bag 215 in the example
embodiment shown in FIG. 1 includes a flap 203. The flap 203 can be
used to close the bag 215 when the cape 100 is being carried within
the bag 215 as shown in FIG. 3. The flap 203 can also be used to
cover the user's thighs when the user's feet are positioned in the
cavity 211 of the bag 215 as shown in FIG. 1 and 2. The flap 203
may also include a hand warmer 204 for placing a user's hands
into.
[0022] FIG. 2 is a side view of the example embodiment shown in
FIG. 1 made according to the principles of the present disclosure.
FIG. 2 shows a user in a sitting position with his feet and a
portion of his legs in the bag 215 and the cape 100 wrapped around
the user. The cape 100 includes a hood 101 having concave sides 102
and hood flaps 103. Bag 215 includes a flap 203, the flap 203
having a hand warmer 204. The flap 203 covers the user's thighs and
the user can place his hands in the hand warmer 204 attached to the
flap 203. The cape 100 is wrapped around the user's body to keep
the user warm. In the example embodiment shown in FIG. 2, the cape
100 is attached to the bag 215 at the top portion 210 of the back
side 206, such that the user sits on a portion of the cape 110 that
is connected to the bag 215.
[0023] FIG. 3 is a side view of the example embodiment shown in
FIGS. 1, 2 and 4 in the storage and carrying configuration. In this
configuration, the cape 100 is placed in the cavity 211 of the bag
215 and the flap 203 is placed over the opening to the cavity 211.
The flap 203 includes a hand warmer 204 on the outside of the flap
203. The flap 203 includes at least one flap connector 213, which
connects to at least one bag connector 214 to keep the flap 203
secured over the cavity's 211 opening. Alternatively, the bag 215
could have a drawstring that closes the top portion 210 of the bag
215 to preclude at least partial access to the cavity 211.
[0024] The bag 215, in this example embodiment, includes straps 212
such that the bag can be worn on the user's back. The bag could
also have only one strap to carry the bag. In this alternative
configuration, the user could strap the bag across his back using
only one strap, or the user could carry the bag, using the one
strap, at his side with the strap over one of his shoulders.
Alternatively, the strap could be designed to strap the bag across
the user's waist.
[0025] Referring now to FIG. 4, which illustrates in further detail
the example embodiment of FIGS. 1-3. FIG. 4 shows a bag 215 having
a cape 100 made for keeping a person warm in cold temperatures.
[0026] The bag 215 has a front 205, a backside 206 a first side
207, a second side 208 and a bottom 209. The bag 215 has a height
200, a width 201, and a depth 202. In certain embodiments, the
height 200 can range from approximately 10 inches to approximately
36 inches, the width 201 can range from approximately 10 inches to
approximately 50 inches, and the depth 202 can range from
approximately 10 inches to approximately 24 inches. Generally, the
bag 215 is designed to receive the user's feet while wearing shoes
or boots. Alternatively, the bag 215 could be designed to receive a
user's feet without shoes or boots. The bag 215 could also have at
least one of the front 205, the back 206, the first side 207 and
the second side 208 include an elastic material to keep the bag 215
secured about at least a portion of a user's legs and to help
prevent air from entering the cavity 211 while the user's feet are
within the bag 215. Alternatively, an embodiment made according to
the present disclosure could include a drawstring assembly to
tighten the bag around the user's legs to help prevent air from
entering the cavity while the user's feet are within the bag.
[0027] The bag 215 could take on a variety of shapes including a
rectangle as shown in FIG. 4, or the bag could be circular in
shape, half-circular in shape (see bag 415 illustrated in FIG. 5),
or any other shape that could define a cavity 211 made to receive a
user's feet. The bag could also be configured to the contours of a
user's feet, such that little extra space is provided after the
user's feet are placed within the bag. The bag 215 could also be
reversible. For example, the bag 215 could have one side made of
orange or orange camouflage material and the reverse side, i.e.
when the bag 215 is turned inside out, could be made of green
camouflage material or any other material having various colors,
patterns or designs.
[0028] The bag 215 as depicted in FIG. 4 includes a flap 203,
having a hand warmer 204 connected to the flap 203. The hand warmer
204 could be permanently attached to the flap 203, or
alternatively, the hand warmer could be detachably secured to the
flap 203. The flap 203 also includes two connector elements 213,
which connect to corresponding connector elements 214 attached to
the bag 215 such that when connector elements 213 and 214 are
connected, the flap 203 covers the opening to the cavity 211. The
flap 203 could be connected to the front side 205 at the top
portion 210 of the bag 215. Alternatively, the flap 203 could be
connected to any portion of the bag 215 such that it can cover the
opening of the bag 215 and, when in use, cover the user's
thighs.
[0029] The bag 215 also includes straps 212 for carrying the bag
about a person's shoulders. The straps 212 can be adjustable such
that they can accommodate a variety of different sized persons. The
straps 212 can be made out of any suitable material strong enough
to support the contents of the bag about the user's shoulders. The
straps 212 may also be padded for comfort. The straps 212 could be
connected to the front side 205 of the bag 215 or any other
operable position on the bag 215.
[0030] The bag 215 may be made out of one material and one layer or
a variety of materials and a variety of layers or any combination
of layers and materials. The bag 215, for example, could have an
outer protective layer 216, a middle insulating layer 217, and an
inner layer 218 as shown in FIG. 4(a). Alternatively, the bag 215
may be made of just one suitable material. The outer portion 216 of
the bag 215, for example, may be made out of nylon, rubber,
Gore-Tex.RTM. fabric from W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.,
WindStopper.RTM. fabric also from W. L. Gore & Associates,
Inc., fleece, wool or any of a variety of suitable materials used
by those of skill in the art.
[0031] The bag 215 may have an insulation layer 217 as shown in
FIG. 4(a). The insulation layer 217, for example, could be made of
compressed polyester, wool, down, or any other suitable insulating
material known to those of skill in the art. The bag 215 may also
have an inner layer 218. The inner layer 218, for example, may be
made of wool, fleece, cotton or any of a variety of suitable
materials known to those of skill in the art.
[0032] In one embodiment, the bag could be made of a weatherproof
material. Alternatively, the bag or a portion or layer of the bag
could be water resistant, waterproof, wind resistant or windproof
or any sensible combination thereof. Alternatively, the bag could
be designed such that it has one layer that it is more water
resistant than another. The bag could also be designed such that it
has one layer that it is more wind resistant than another. The bag
could also be designed such that it has one layer that it is more
weatherproof than another.
[0033] As described, the bag 215 could be made out of any suitable
material, or combination thereof, depending upon the bag's purpose
or use. For example, if the bag 215 was to be made for hunting
purposes, the material could be a durable, waterproof and windproof
material and also a quiet material so animals do not hear the bag
215 when it is moved or objects brush against it. The bottom of the
bag 209 and at least a portion of the first side 207, second side
208, back side 206, and front side 205, could be made of a
waterproof material such that when the bag 215 is on the ground and
the user's feet are placed inside the bag 215, the user's feet will
remain dry.
[0034] FIG. 4 also illustrates one example embodiment of a cape
built in accordance with the principles of the present disclosure.
The cape 100, as shown in the example embodiment of FIG. 4, could
include a variety of features such as cape fasteners 108, cape
connectors 109, a belt loop 107 and a belt 106. The cape fasteners
108 and the cape connectors 109 work in conjunction to fasten the
cape 100 around a user and hold it in place. The cape 100 could
also include a belt loop 107 and a belt 106 for holding a portion
of the cape about a user's torso. The belt loop 107 and belt 106
may be configured such that it works with or as a safety belt for
use in a tree stand. A safety belt is a device that prevents a user
from falling while in an elevated location, such as a tree stand.
In this configuration, the belt 106 could be attached to or part of
a safety belt connected to a tree to keep a user from falling out
of the tree stand. Alternatively, the cape could have vertical
straps that would hold a portion of the cape on the user's back and
shoulders. Or the cape could have both vertical straps and a
belt.
[0035] The cape 100 could also include a hood 101. The hood 101
could have concave edges 102 and hood flaps 103. The concave edges
102 help not to block a person's peripheral vision. The hood flaps
103 are designed such that they cover the user's neck and in some
embodiments, a portion of a user's face. The hood flaps 103 can be
fastened into place using buttons, snaps, Velcro, or any other
suitable connecting mechanism. The flaps 103 are designed to at
least partially keep the wind from entering the interior of the
cold weather garment 113. The portion of the flaps 103 that contact
the face could be made of a soft comfortable material so as not to
irritate the user's skin. The exterior of the flaps 103 could be
made of a windproof and waterproof material to guard a user from
the elements. Generally, the flaps 103 could be made of any
suitable material or combination of materials known to those of
skill in the art.
[0036] The cape 100, like the bag 215, could also be reversible.
For example, the cape 100 could have one side made of orange or
orange camouflage material and the reverse side could be made of
green camouflage material. The cape 100 could also have any number
of designs printed on it or be made of material having different
designs. As described above, the cape could be made at least
partially of a material having a camouflage pattern. The cape 100
could also have a sports team emblem on it or made of the team's
colors.
[0037] In the example embodiment shown in FIG. 4, the cape 100 is
connected to the bag 215 using a cape connector 109 at about the
cape mid-section 110 on to the backside 206 of the bag 215. The
cape connector 109 could be buttons, snaps, a zipper, or any other
suitable device for connecting two pieces together. Alternatively,
the cape 100 could also be integral to the bag 215, such that the
bag 215 and the cape 100 are one piece. The cape 100 could also be
detached from the bag 215 and the cold weather garment 113 would
still be constructed according to the principles of the present
disclosure.
[0038] Alternatively, the cape 100 could be attached to the bag 215
at any operable place on the bag 215, as the embodiment shown in
the figures are merely example embodiments. The cape 100 could be
attached along at least a perimeter of the bag 215, for example,
along a portion of the top portion 210 of the bag 215. Such a
design could aid in wrapping the user and preventing heat from
escaping the interior of the cold weather garment 113 during use.
The cape 100 could also be designed such that the user sits on a
portion of the cape 100 or the bag 215 where the cape 100 connects
to the bag 215. A pad could also be positioned such that a user
sits on the pad when using the cold weather garment 113. The pad
could be integral to the bag or the cape or a portion of both, or
the pad could be detachably connected to the cape or bag.
[0039] Like the bag 215, the cape 100 could be made of one layer or
a variety of layers and materials. The cape 100 may be made of
various layers of material such as, an outer protective layer 114,
a middle insulating layer 115 and an inner layer 116 as shown in
FIG. 4(b). Alternatively, the cape 100 may be made of just one
suitable material. The outer protective layer 114 of the cape 100,
for example, may be made out of nylon, rubber, Gore-Tex.RTM. fabric
from W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc., WindStopper.RTM. fabric
also from W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc., fleece, wool or any of
a variety of suitable materials used by those of skill in the
art.
[0040] In one embodiment, the cape or a portion or layer of the
cape could be made of a weatherproof material. Alternatively, the
cape or a portion or layer of the cape could be water resistant,
waterproof, wind resistant or windproof or any sensible combination
thereof. Alternatively, the outer protective layer could be
designed such that it is more water resistant that the insulation
layer or inner layer. The outer protective layer could also be
designed such that it is more wind resistant that the insulation
layer or inner layer. The outer protective layer could also be
designed such that it is more weatherproof that the insulation
layer or inner layer. The cape, as described above, could be made
of a breathable material. The cape could also be treated with a
durable water repellant polymer or any other chemical suitable for
weatherproofing purposes.
[0041] The cape 100 may have an insulation layer. The middle
insulation layer, for example, could be made of compressed
polyester, wool, down, or any other suitable insulating material
known to those of skill in the art. The cape could be designed such
that it has one layer that is more insulated than another. The
inner layer of the cape 100, for example, may be made of wool,
fleece, cotton or any of a variety of suitable material known to
those of skill in the art. The materials used to construct the cape
can be selected by those of skill in the art depending on the
purpose or purposes of the cold weather garment 113.
[0042] In other embodiments, the cape could be designed such that
it has one layer that it is more water resistant than another. The
bag could also be designed such that it has one layer that it is
more wind resistant than another. The bag could also be designed
such that it has one layer that it is more weatherproof than
another.
[0043] The cold weather garment 113 could also have different capes
for different uses and temperatures. For example, the different
capes could have various amounts of insulation, be made of
different materials, or have different designs depending on the
intended purpose. Thus, different capes could be interchangeable
with the bag 215. Cold weather garments built according to the
principles of the present invention could be sold as kits,
including the bag and the cape, or the bag and the cape could be
sold separately.
[0044] In the example embodiment illustrated in FIG. 4, the cape
100 is wing shaped. Wing-shaped as used herein means any shape
having two sides that protrude outward at least a distance such
that a user can wrap the cape 100, which at least partially
overlaps itself, around the user. Thus a rectangle would have a
mid-section and two square wings protruding therefrom. A circle
would also have a mid-section formed at a diameter, and the two
half circles would make the wings protruding out from the diameter
line. Alternatively, the cape could be constructed in any shape
such that it wraps around the user. Thus, the cape could be a
variety of shapes, for example, the cape could be approximately
rectangular, approximately diamond shaped or approximately
trapezoidal in shape. Additionally, the cape could be concave such
that it cups around the user and facilitates wrapping the user.
[0045] The cape 100, as illustrated in example embodiment of FIG.
4, has a first length 111 and a second length 112. In one
embodiment, the second length 112 could be longer than the first
length 111. The second length 112 could be approximately 1.5 times
longer than the first length 111. The second length 112 could also
be approximately 2 times longer than the first length 111.
Alternatively, the second length 112 could be approximately the
same length as the first length 111.
[0046] Alternatively, the cape 100 could have a first length 111
that ranges from approximately 12 inches to approximately 62
inches, and a second length 112 that ranges from approximately 30
inches to approximately 120 inches. The cape 100 could also have a
first length 111 that ranges from approximately 24 inches to
approximately 52 inches, and a second length 112 that ranges from
approximately 48 inches to approximately 72 inches. In yet another
embodiment, the first length 111 of the cape could be approximately
42 inches in length and the second length 112 of the cape 100 could
be approximately 96 inches in length. As discussed above, the cape
100 can be designed such that it fits into the cavity 211 of the
bag 215. The cape 100 could also be designed such that it wraps
around the user's body and at least a portion of the bag 215 when
the user's feet and a portion of their legs are placed inside the
bag 215.
[0047] When a person wishes to use the cold weather garment 113 as
illustrated in FIGS. 1-4, the user removes the cape 100 from the
cavity 211 of the bag 215, places the user's feet in the cavity
211, places the flap 203 on the user's thighs while the user is in
a sitting position, and wraps the cape 100 around the user. The
user can place his head in the hood 101 and also fasten the cape
fasteners 108 to the cape connectors 109 so that the cape 100
remains around the user.
[0048] When a user wishes to store or transport the cold weather
garment 113, as illustrated in FIGS. 1-4, the user removes the cape
100 from around the user, stands up, removes his feet from the bag
215 and stuffs the cape 100 in the cavity 211, closes the bag 215
and can then use the straps 212 to carry the bag 215.
[0049] FIG. 5 illustrates another example embodiment constructed
according to the principles of the present disclosure. FIG. 5
illustrates a bag 415 and a cape 300. The cape 300, in this
embodiment resembles a poncho. The cape 300 has a cape mid section
310 and a cape connector 309. The cape 300 also has a hood 301. The
hood 301 has concave edges 302. The bag 415 as illustrated in FIG.
5 also has straps 412, a flap 403, a hand warmer 404 and flap
connectors 413.
[0050] FIGS. 6 and 7 show alternative example embodiments of the
cape. FIG. 6 illustrates a cape 500 having a hood 501, hood flaps
503 and a cape connector 509. The cape 500 illustrated in FIG. 6 is
approximately rectangular in shape. FIG. 7 illustrates another
example embodiment of a cape 600 constructed according to the
principles of the present disclosure. The cape 600 has a cape
connector 609 and a hood 601. The hood 601 has concave edges 602.
Alternatively, the cape 600 could be constructed without a hood.
FIG. 7 also illustrates a cape 600 having arm sleeves 605.
Alternatively, the cape 600 could be sleeveless.
[0051] The above specification, examples and data provide a
complete description of the manufacture and use of an embodiment
the invention. Since many embodiments of the invention can be made
without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention, the
invention resides in the claims hereinafter appended.
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