БОТИНОК С УЛУЧШЕННЫМ ГОЛЕНИЩЕМ

Изобретение относится к ботинку, который содержит внешнюю подошву и голенище, вытянут в длину от каблука до мыска, в ширину между наружной частью и внутренней частью и в высоту от внешней подошвы до верхнего края голенища, при этом голенище содержит наружную часть и внутреннюю часть, а ботинок содержит первое стягивающее устройство, включающее шнурок и механизм быстрого блокирования, а также закрывающий клапан, отличается тем, что клапан ограничивает пространство размещения, предназначенное для приема механизма быстрого блокирования. Технический результат заключается в исключении стесненности, вызванной клапаном ботинка. 15 з.п. ф-лы, 4 ил.

Коньколыжи для передвижения пользователей с ограниченными физическими возможностями

Изобретение относится к лыжному и конькобежному передвижению для пользователей с ограниченными физическими возможностями. Коньколыжи содержат колодочную часть, скользящие профиля, фрикционную накладку. Колодочная часть жестко крепится на спортивной обуви, содержит основание и как минимум две поверхности, в виде коньковых профилей, в совокупности, выполненные с малым коэффициентом трения скольжения при передвижении. При этом коньковые профиля крепятся на боковых стенках колодочной части, выполненные с возможностью регулируемого зафиксированного клиренса путем линейного перемещения профилей по высоте стенок колодочной части, причем фрикционные накладки крепятся на носочной части колодочной части, выполненные с возможностью отталкивания от поверхности дорожки при толчке ногой при лыжных классических ходах. Достигается повышение эффективности устройства. 4 з.п. ф-лы, 7 ил.

КОМПЛЕКТ ДЛЯ БЕГОВЫХ ЛЫЖ С КРЕПЛЕНИЕМ БЕГОВОЙ ЛЫЖИ И БОТИНКОМ БЕГОВОЙ ЛЫЖИ

Комплект для беговых лыж с креплением (1) беговой лыжи и ботинком (2) беговой лыжи для подвижного соединения ботинка (2) беговой лыжи с беговой лыжей (3), с главным образом неподатливой основной частью (4) крепления, которая содержит опорную поверхность (5) для подошвы (6) ботинка (2) беговой лыжи, с крепежным устройством (7), которое содержит крепление (8) для размещения ботинка (2) беговой лыжи с возможностью поворота вокруг оси (10) качания, проходящей в поперечном направлении основной части (4) крепления, с упруго деформируемым возвратным элементом (13) для возврата ботинка (2) беговой лыжи из откинутого вверх положения в направлении опорной поверхности (5) основной части (4) крепления, причем на опорной поверхности (5) основной части (4) крепления в продольном направлении основной части (4) крепления позади оси (10) качания предусмотрено, по меньшей мере, одно главным образом неподатливое возвышение (14), с помощью которого пятка (6) ботинка (2) беговой лыжи в его ненагруженном состоянии ...

СИСТЕМЫ НАТЯЖЕНИЯ ОБУВИ

Skischuh.

Snowboard-Stiefel

Schischuh mit einem Schaft aus zwei erweitbaren Teilen

Sportstiefel,insbesondere Skistiefel

Schnallenverschluss fuer Schuhe,insbesondere Ski- und Bergschuhe

SCHUTZBEDECKUNG FUER KOERPERTEILE

SKI SHOE

MECHANISM FOR THE SOLVABLE MOUNTING PLATE OF AN EN OF SCHLUSSRINGES AT A TO UPPER SECTION OF A FROM PLASTIC EXISTENCE OF SKI SHOE AN APPROPRIATE COLLECTION

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A SHOE, PREFERABLY SKI SHOE

ROUTE SKI SHOE

Method for stiffening ski boots and ski boot stiffened according to the method

Method for locally stiffening ski boots, in which long fibres with superior mechanical properties are, in parts of the ski boot to be stiffened, embedded in a thermoplastic material. The fibres are combined with the latter to form a semi-finished product which is manufactured in the form of a prefabricated laminate which is applied to the places to be stiffened by means of e.g. pressure and heat. ...

SKISCHUH

SCHISCHUH

TOUREN-SKISCHUH

SKIBINDUNG FUER LANGLAUF- ODER TOURENSKI

SICHERHEITSBINDUNG MIT FUSS- UND BEINSCHUTZ

SKISCHUH

FUSSBEKLEIDUNG

SKIBINDUNG FUER EINEN LANGLAUF- ODER TOURENSKI

SKIBINDUNG FUER LANGLAUF- ODER TOURENSKI

SCHISCHUH AUS KUNSTSTOFF

Sports shoe, particularly a ski boot for the exercise of skiing

Die Erfindung betrifft einen Sportschuh (1) mit einem zur Aufnahme des Fußes ei- nes Benutzers vorgesehenen unteren Schuhabschnitt (27) und einem zur Auf- nahme des unteren Beinabschnittes dieses Benutzers vorgesehenen oberen Schuhabschnitt (28). Dabei ist wenigstens ein erster Sensor (9a) in einem Vorder- fußabschnitt (31) der Sohlenanordnung (30) mit wenigstens einem zweiten Sensor (9b) in einem Fersenabschnitt (32) der Sohlenanordnung (30) via eine mehrpolige Folienleiterbahn (34a) verbunden, wobei die mehrpolige Folienleiterbahn (34a) be- darfsweise längeneinstellbar ausgebildet ist, sodass ein Abstand (35a) zwischen dem wenigstens einen ersten Sensor (9a) und dem wenigstens einen zweiten Sensor (9b) im Zuge der Herstellung des Sportschuhs (1) an unterschiedliche Sohlenlängen (36) anpassbar ist. Entsprechendes kann für wenigstens einen drit- ten oder vierten Sensor (9c, 9d) im oberen Schuhabschnitt (28) und den wenigs- tens einen ersten oder zweiten Sensor (9a, 9b) an der Sohlenanordnung ...

SKISTIEFEL

VERFAHREN ZUR HERSTELLUNG EINES SCHUHES, VORZUGSWEISE SKISCHUHES

SKISCHUH

Cross-country ski binding

... 1. Langlaufbindung (1) zur gelenkigen Verbindung eines Langlaufschuhs (2) mit einem Langlaufski (3), - mit einem im Wesentlichen unnachgiebigen Bindungsgrundkörper (4), welcher eine Aufstandsfläche (5) für eine Sohle (6) des Langlaufschuhs (2) aufweist, - mit einer Halteeinrichtung (7), welche eine Aufnahme (8) zur verschwenkbaren Anordnung des Langlaufschuhs (2) um eine in Querrichtung des Bindungsgrundkörpers (4) verlaufende Schwenkachse (10) aufweist, - mit einem elastisch verformbaren Rückstellelement (13) zur Rückstellung des Langlaufschuhs (2) von einer hochgeschwenkten Lage in Richtung der Aufstandsfläche (5) des Bindungsgrundkörpers (4), wobei - an der Aufstandsfläche (5) des Bindungsgrundkörpers (4), in Längsrichtung des Bindungsgrundkörpers (4) hinter der Schwenkachse (10) zumindest eine im Wesentlichen unnachgiebige Erhebung (14) vorgesehen ist, mit welcher die Sohle (6) des Langlaufschuhs (2) in deren unbelasteten Zustand in einem Abstand von der Aufstandsfläche (5) des Bindungsgrundkörpers ...

SPORT SHOE WORK WITH A DECORATIVE SURFACE TEXTURE

VERFAHREN ZUR DEKORIERUNG EINES SKISCHUHS

Es wird ein alpiner Skischuh und ein Verfahren zu seiner Dekorierung vorgeschlagen, welcher einen steifen Schalenabschnitt aufweist, der durch Einspritzen eines thermoplastischen Materials realisiert ist, wobei er aufweist:- eine Dekorschicht, die aus einem transparenten Material hergestellt ist, das kompatibel mit den Transfertechniken ist, insbesondere aus Polyamid oder aus Polyester, und aufweisend ein Motiv, welches durch Anordnen einer Mehrzahl von Druckfarben unterschiedlicher Farben gebildet wird, und - eine Haftschicht, welche zwischen die Schicht und das thermoplastische Material gesetzt ist.

SHOE, IN PARTICULAR SKI OR MOUNTAIN SHOE

SKI CONNECTION FOR A LANGLAUF OR A ROUTE SKI

SKI SHOE

PROCEDURE FOR REINFORCING SKI SHOES AND IN THE PROCEDURE OF REINFORCEMENTS SKI SHOE

SKI SHOE

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A SHOE, PREFERABLY SKI SHOE

SKI SHOE

Sportschuh für den Skilauf sowie hierbei eingesetztes Kontrollsystem

Die Erfindung betrifft einen Sportschuh (1) für den Skilauf. Dieser Sportschuh (1) umfasst einen zur Aufnahme des Fußes eines Benutzers vorgesehenen Innen- schuh (3), eine den Innenschuh (3) an dessen Außenseite zumindest abschnittsweise umgebende äußere Schale (2) aus relativ hartem und formstabilen Kunststoff, und zumindest einen drucksensitiven Sensor (9,9;9“) zu Erfassung von mechanischen Drücken oder Kräften im oder am Sportschuh (1). Der Sportschuh (1) weist weiters eine funktechnische Kommunikationsschnittstelle (13) auf, welche zur drahtlosen Übertragung von Drucksignalen oder von dementsprechenden Daten des zumindest einen drucksensitiven Sensors (9,9;9“) ausgebildet ist. Diese funktechnische Kommunikationsschnittstelle (13) am Sportschuh (1) ist mit einer funktechnischen Kommunikationsschnittstelle (14) an zumindest einer elektronischen Auswertevorrichtung (15) kompatibel. Die elektronische Auswertevorrichtung (15) ist zur Evaluierung der von dem zumindest einen drucksensitiven ...

Vorrichtung und Verfahren zur Herstellung einer an einen Fuß bzw. ein Bein eines Benutzers angepassten Schale eines Schischuhs

Verfahren und Vorrichtung zur Herstellung einer an einen Fuß bzw. ein Bein (11) eines Benutzers angepassten Schale eines Skischuhs (1) mit einem einen im Wesentlichen plattenförmigen Sohlenbereich (5) aufweisenden, vorgefertigten unteren Schalenteil (2) aus einem Kunststoffmaterial/ wobei der untere Schalenteil (2) mit Ausnahme des im Wesentlichen plattenförmigen Sohlenbereichs (5) zumindest abschnittsweise über die Erweichungstemperatur des Kunststoffmaterials erwärmt wird und der Fuß bzw. das Bein (11) des Benutzers im erwärmten Zustand im unterem Schalenteil (2) aufgenommen ist.

VERFAHREN ZUR HERSTELLUNG EINES AN DEN FUSS EINES BENÜTZERS ANGEPASSTEN SCHUHS

The invention relates to a method for producing a shoe (11) that can be adapted to the foot (6) of a wearer and that is made out of hard, thermoplastic synthetic material, and is worn for sports. A prefabricated shoe (11) is heated at least in sections and is adapted by applying pressure from the outside and by shaping the heated area. The shoe (11) is then cooled; a correction strip (15) that is made of a hard material and that is taken from the foot (6) is introduced in to the prefabricated shoe (11), and the heated shoe (11) is pressed onto the correction strips (15) by applying pressure.

VERFAHREN ZUR HERSTELLUNG EINES SCHUHES, INSBESONDERE EINES HARTSCHALENSCHUHES

The invention relates to a method for producing a shoe (11) that can be adapted to the foot (6) of a wearer and that is made out of hard, thermoplastic synthetic material, and is worn for sports. A prefabricated shoe (11) is heated at least in sections and is adapted by applying pressure from the outside and by shaping the heated area. The shoe (11) is then cooled; a correction strip (15) that is made of a hard material and that is taken from the foot (6) is introduced in to the prefabricated shoe (11), and the heated shoe (11) is pressed onto the correction strips (15) by applying pressure.

Sportbekleidungssystem, Sportgerät sowie daraus gebildetes Sportsystem mit Antistatikfunktion

The invention relates to anti-static sports equipment (3) comprising a main part (52) and, mounted on the main part (52), a base element (53) composed of a running surface covering (17) and lateral edges (15). At least one of the lateral edges (15) forms a contact surface (14) that can be turned towards the ground. Between a back surface (66) of the running surface covering (17) and the main part (52) there is, in at least some parts, a contact element (67) made of an electrically conductive material. The running surface covering (17) is electrically connected to the contact element (67) via a discharge path, and the contact element (67) is electrically connected to the contact surface (14) formed by the at least one lateral edge (15). The invention also relates to a sports system having an anti-static function and to a sports clothing system for a sports system of said type.

Sportbekleidungssystem, Sportgerät sowie daraus gebildetes Sportsystem mit Antistatikfunktion

The invention relates to anti-static sports equipment (3) comprising a main part (52) and, mounted on the main part (52), a base element (53) composed of a running surface covering (17) and lateral edges (15). At least one of the lateral edges (15) forms a contact surface (14) that can be turned towards the ground. Between a back surface (66) of the running surface covering (17) and the main part (52) there is, in at least some parts, a contact element (67) made of an electrically conductive material. The running surface covering (17) is electrically connected to the contact element (67) via a discharge path, and the contact element (67) is electrically connected to the contact surface (14) formed by the at least one lateral edge (15). The invention also relates to a sports system having an anti-static function and to a sports clothing system for a sports system of said type.

SKI SHOE

ICE SKATE WITH IMPELLERS

SKI SHOE WITH VARIABLE INTERIOR.

BOOT, IN PARTICULAR SKIODER SNOWBOARDSTIEFEL

SKISCHUH

SNOWBOARDSCHUH

MECHANISM FOR IMPROVING THE CONCLUSION BETWEEN THE SHANK OF A SKI SHOE AND THE LEG.

SICHERHEITSBINDUNG

SKI SHOE

SIZE-ADJUSTABLE SKI SHOE.

SPORT SHOE, LIKE SKI SHOE OR ICE SKATE

VERFAHREN ZUR DEKORIERUNG EINES SKISCHUHS

SKI SHOE FROM PLASTIC

SKI SHOE

SPORT SHOE

SUPPORT DEVICE, IN PARTICULAR FOR SHOES

Plastic ski boot

SPORT SHOE WITH IMPROVED FLEXIBILITY

SKISCHUHSCHALE

LIAISON VEHICLE FOR FOOTWEAR

SPORT SHOE

Ski shoe

SKI SHOE

OUTER TONGUES FOR TAKING OFF LATCHES AT SKI SHOES

Fast entry elastic vamp closure skate

SPORTS SHOE

ARTICULATION DEVICE BETWEEN VAMP AND LEG PARTICULARLY FOR SKI BOOT

SIZE-ADJUSTABLE SKI BOOT

The ski boot can be adjusted in length and/or width. The outer boot is divided into at least two shell parts, preferably into four shell parts (1, 2, 3 4). The multi- part outer boot is individually adjustable at the front and back and has a predominantly supporting function. Insulation and sealing against moisture are ensured by a special, stretchable inner boot which is fitted to the foot size simultaneously with the adjustment of the outer boot.

FOOT AND LEG SUPPORT DEVICE

SKI BOOT HAVING A THIGH SECURING UPPER SHAFT

Conventional ski boots limit the area of bodily contact between the skier and his-her ski boots to a foot and ankle securing lower boot portion and a leg and ankle securing shaft. In the ski boot according to this invention, the area of bodily contact between the skier and his-her ski boot comprises: a foot and ankle securing lower boot portion, a leg and ankle securing resiliently positioned leg securing shaft, a hinged thigh securing upper shaft, and a detachable handle bar for manual engagement by the skier. The ski boot comprises means to control and limit lateral tibial rotational movement, reducing the risk of spiral fractures. In one embodiment, the upper shaft is urged upwardly, reducing muscular effort to maintain the flexed position and reducing stress onto the knee joint. The boot is provided with a position for storage and handling, reducing overall size when not in use.

CONNECTING MEANS FOR FOOTWEAR

A boot having a shoe shaped shell member and a cuff member having a section overlapping the shell member. The cuff and shell members are pivotally connected together for pivoting movement in response to pivoting of the individual's leg relative to the individual's foot. An elastomeric material is disposed between said shell member to pivotally connect the two members together.

Skistiefel.

Schischuh

Procedimento per la fabbricazione di scarpe da sci senza cuciture e scarpa ottenuta col detto procedimento

Skischuh

Skischuh

Skischuh

Scarpa da sci con tomaio e suola in gomma

Schuh, insbesondere Skistiefel

Injection moulded boot with different mat- - erials for different parts

Boot is formed entirely or partially of injectable material, esp. plastics material, and formed of at least three materials of different qualities for the formation of different parts, one part being formed of a particularly hard material to increase the stability of shape whilst another part, esp. the sole, is formed of a particularly wear resistant material, thus allowing two different parts an optimum quality. Used particularly for ski boots.

Skischuh

Reinforced ski boot

Skiing boot contains particles of a hard material in the parts of its outer surface which is subject to abrasive wear, at least of the latter being of plastics e.g. fibreglass. Pref. the particles are metal carbide, Al2O3 or Si oxide granules which may be admixed with an epoxy resin. The boot may be reinforced at the side facing the other boot of a pair, and in the region of the ball, heel and ankles.

Sportstiefel, insbesondere Skistiefel

Skistiefel und Verfahren zu seiner Herstellung

Verschluss für Schuh, insbesondere Skischuh

Innenteil für Skischuh

Verschluss für Schuh, insbesondere Skischuh

Sportschuh

Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Schischuhes aus Kunststoff und nach dem Verfahren hergestellter Schischuh

Gegen plötzlichen Druck beständige, bei dauerndem Druck nachgebende Masse

Plastic ski outer-shoe - has upper moving on lower part, with double wall, heel part fastening to instep-piece and underneath shoe

The outer shoe may be made of a plastic such as polyurethane, with the sole (1), cap (2), sides (3) and heel part (4) in one piece. To the sides (3) and heel part (4), and of one piece with them, are flaps (5) forming the inner wall of the leg part (10). The flaps (5) are separate, and between the side walls (3) and the flaps (5), and between the flaps (5) and the heel part (4) are comparatively deep crosswise slits (6, 7) allowing the foot to move. The heel part n9) pivots on screws (11) on the sides of the shoe and can be removed. The heel part (9) covers the backs of the flaps (5) and the gap between them. The leg part (10) has the cap (2) fixed to it, with its upper part enclosing the flaps (5) and having an upward-projecting support for the leg. The front of the leg-part has a slit (15) with set-back slide-surfaces to which is screwed a plate (8). Between the back of the plate and the end of the slit is a spring (20). A plate (24) which is removable covers this. The sides of the leg ...

Dispositivo di fissaggio al piede di scarpe sportive, particolarmente da sciatore

Лыжный ботинок с осветительным элементом

Полезная модель относится к спортивной обуви, в частности к обуви с подсветкой, предназначенной, например, для катания на лыжах. Безопасность движения человека достигается за счет размещения на корпусе обуви источника света, расположенного в держателе. Держатель закреплен на передней поверхности корпуса обуви и снабжен фиксатором. На боковой поверхности корпуса обуви расположен карман с размещенным в нем источником электроэнергии. Провода расположены без выступания за наружную поверхность корпуса обуви. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 192 083 U1 (51) МПК A43B 3/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A43B 5/04 (2019.02) (21)(22) Заявка: 2019106394, 06.03.2019 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): ООО "Трек" (RU) Дата регистрации: 03.09.2019 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 06.03.2019 (45) Опубликовано: 03.09.2019 Бюл. № 25 1 9 2 0 8 3 R U (54) Лыжный ботинок с осветительным элементом (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к спортивной обуви, в частности к обуви с подсветкой, предназначенной, например, для катания на лыжах. Безопасность движения человека достигается за счет размещения на корпусе обуви источника света, расположенного в держателе. Держатель закреплен на передней поверхности Стр.: 1 корпуса обуви и снабжен фиксатором. На боковой поверхности корпуса обуви расположен карман с размещенным в нем источником электроэнергии. Провода расположены без выступания за наружную поверхность корпуса обуви. U 1 U 1 Адрес для переписки: 614064, г.Пермь, ул.Чкалова, 22, а/я N 33, ООО "Пермский патент" , Бутолина Алла Валентиновна 1 9 2 0 8 3 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: US 20170340048 A1, 30.11.2017. US 20140096416 A1, 10.04.2014. RU 2611031 C2, 17.02.2017. RU 2010124416 A, 20.12.2011. R U 06.03.2019 (72) Автор(ы): Тарасенко Алексей Викторович (RU) U 1 U 1 1 9 2 0 8 3 1 9 2 0 8 3 R U R U Стр.: 2 RU 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 ...

Footwear

The present invention provides footwear that is very easy to tighten. One end of a shoelace ( 6 ) is threaded between left to right sides in a staggered state through an instep opening ( 3 A) to constitute tightening means ( 4 ) for the instep opening ( 3 A), and the other end of the shoelace ( 6 ) is threaded between left to right sides in a staggered state through an upper opening ( 3 B) to constitute tightening means ( 4 ) for the upper opening ( 3 B). A medial portion of the shoelace ( 6 ) between the tightening means ( 4 ) for the instep opening ( 3 A) and the upper opening ( 3 B) forms a pull part ( 11 ), and tightened-state-holding means ( 12 ) is provided for holding the pull part ( 11 ) in a pulled state.

Article of Footwear for Snowboarding

An article of footwear for use in sporting activities such as snowboarding is disclosed. The article of footwear can include a flex notch and a coupled lace loop design. The article can further include an internal harness to enhance stability of the foot. The article can also include a threading layer configured to strengthen the upper and a corresponding connecting layer to bond the threading layer to the upper and to provide protection to other areas of the upper.

Cushioning element, footwear, insole, deformable filling, and envelope

Cushioning element ( 4 ) for footwear, having a deformable filling ( 12 ) and an envelope ( 10 ) that encloses the deformable filling. The envelope is arranged for forming at least one flow channel ( 837 ). In use, at least part of the deformable filling flows into the at least one flow channel as a result of increased pressure of the deformable filling caused by a mechanical load The deformable filling contains solid bodies and further contains a lubricating fluid for mutually lubricating the solid bodies. A dimension of the at least one flow channel is arranged for hindering entrance of the solid bodies into the at least one flow channel during cushioning.

Ski Boot

Ski-boot comprising a rigid shell shaped to accommodate the foot, and a rigid cuff which is shaped to surround the ankle and is hinged on the shell so to be rotatable about a transversal reference axis; the shell being inferiorly provided with a front sole and with a substantially duckbill-shaped front appendix which protrudes from the tip of the shell to form an extension of the front sole, and is structured so as to engaged in the front jaw of a specific ski fastening device; the front appendix having, on each lateral side, a respective side groove which starts on the appendix upper face at a distance from the appendix tip ranging between 10 and 20 millimetres, and continues by flanking the shell tip while increasing its depth, so to form a descending slope above which a corresponding prong of the front jaw of the ski fastening device is arranged.

Slip resistant ski boot protection apparatus

A flexible, rollable sole having a thin elastic or rubber cord attached thereto in parallel to and at a distance from the sole edge, the elastic cord fits around the ski boot at the junction of the sole and upper, the elastic cord extends around the boot at the level of the sole. The attachment may comprise a plurality of extensions of the plastic or rubber cord. In embodiments pair of soles sufficient to completely cover the toe and heel of the boot have a short gap therebetween. In embodiments a thin elastic hand holds a fabric upper body in place. Large loops or tabs allow a user to easily manipulated the device wearing ski gloves, a band, fastener or hook may be used to hold the device to its companion device or in the rolled up position or around the boot shaft while the user is skiing.

Footwear with improved upper

An article of footwear including a sole assembly and an upper, the upper including a flexible envelope, the boot extending lengthwise from a rear end to a front end, widthwise between a lateral side and a medial side, and height-wise from the sole assembly to an upper end, the boot including a stiffener located in the area of the rear end. The boot includes a reinforcement which is at least partially superimposed onto the stiffener.

Sports shoe, in particular alpine ski shoe

The invention relates to a sports shoe, in particular an alpine ski shoe, comprising an upper part and a sole formation. A stiffening element for influencing the stiffness of the sole formation extends between a toe side and a heel side of the sole formation. A detachable fixing element is assigned to the stiffening element and is exclusively disposed at the heel side of the sole formation, so that said fixing element can be operated from the entry for the user's foot into the sports shoe and in the detached state permits removal of the stiffening element from the interior of the upper part of shoe via the entry for the user's foot.

Shell of a sports shoe, in particular a ski boot, and a method of producing such a shell

The invention relates to a shell of a sports shoe, in particular a ski boot, comprising at least one shell part having at least one stiffening part, which has a higher stability than the other components of the shell parts. One or more spacers protrude from an interior surface of the stiffening part. A portion of the shell is formed from a relatively flexible plastic material compared to the stiffening part. Furthermore, a method for producing an above-mentioned shell of a sports shoe is described.

APPARATUS AND METHOD BY MEANS OF WHICH AN ITEM OF FOOTWEAR IS ADAPTED

An apparatus and a method for adapting a prefabricated item of footwear that is formed, at least in part, of hard thermoplastic material, to a user's foot and/or leg. A pressure-exerting element is provided that substantially encloses the item of footwear and that has an accommodating space into which the item of footwear can be placed. The accommodating space is bounded, at least in part, by a deformable material which forms an inner layer of the pressure-exerting element, which contains a cavity and has an inlet opening provided for the introduction of a pressure application fluid. The pressure-exerting element is formed with a portion into which the pressure application fluid cannot enter. 117-. (canceled)18. An apparatus of adapting a prefabricated item of footwear to a user's foot or leg , the item of footwear consisting , at least in part , of hard thermoplastic material , the apparatus comprising:a pressure exerting element substantially enveloping said item of footwear in operation of the apparatus, said pressure exerting element having an accommodating space for accommodating the item of footwear;a deformable material at least partly delimiting said accommodating space and forming an inner layer of said pressure exerting element;an outer layer tightly bonded to said inner layer of said pressure exerting element and forming a cavity therebetween;an inlet opening in communicating relationship with said cavity for introducing a pressure application fluid into said cavity of said pressure exerting element;said pressure exerting element being formed with at least one area into which the pressure application fluid will not enter.19. The apparatus according to claim 18 , wherein said inner layer and said outer layer are bonded face-to-face in said at least one area into which the pressure application fluid will not enter.20. The apparatus according to claim 18 , wherein said pressure exerting element is formed with a cut-out in said at least one area into which ...

SKI BOOT WITH IMPROVED MECHANISM TO PASS FROM A SKIING CONFIGURATION TO A WALKING CONFIGURATION

A ski boot with a leg portion hinged to the foot portion so that the leg portion is able to rotate around a rotation axis (X-X) in relation to the foot portion. The ski boot includes a constraint mechanism for selectively blocking and/or unblocking the rotation of the leg portion in relation to the foot portion depending on whether or not the user wishes to pass from a skiing configuration to a walking configuration. The constraint mechanism comprises a rod having a fixed end hinged to the foot portion and a movable end which interfaces with the leg portion, a support attached to the leg portion and a guide connected to the support for guiding the movable end of the rod. The guide is movable in relation to the support and moves with rotation of the rod during movement of the leg portion in relation to the foot portion. 1. A ski boot comprising a lower part or foot portion , suitable for enclosing the skier's foot and an upper part or leg portion , suitable for enclosing the lower part of the skier's leg ,wherein the leg portion is hinged to the foot portion so as to be able to rotate in relation to the foot portion around a rotation axis,{'b': '8', 'wherein the ski boot comprises means of constraint suitable for selectively blocking and/or unblocking the rotation of the leg portion to the foot portion depending on whether the user wishes to pass from a skiing configuration to a walking configuration, wherein'}the constraint means comprise at least one rod having a fixed end hinged to the foot portion and a mobile end which interfaces with the leg portion,wherein the constraint means comprise a support attached to the leg portion and at least one guide, connected to the support and suitable for receiving and guiding the mobile end of the rod, wherein the guide is mobile in relation to the support and to the leg portion so as to be able to move in relation to the leg portion under the thrust of the rod, moving along with the rotation of the rod around its fixed end ...

BOOT, PARTICULARLY FOR SKI-MOUNTAINEERING OR TELEMARK SKIING

A boot, particularly for ski-mountaineering or telemark skiing, comprising a shell and a quarter, mutually articulated about a first pivoting axis, and a device for locking relative rotation of the quarter with respect to the shell about a first pivoting axis. The locking device comprises an elongated locking element which has a first terminal pivoting portion that is supported rotatably by the shell about a second pivoting axis substantially parallel to the first pivoting axis. The elongated locking element has at least one locking body that comprises at least one retention body that can move with respect to the elongated locking element and the abutment element has at least one abutment portion for the retention body which is arranged on the side opposite with respect to the elongated locking element. The actuation body is connected kinematically to the locking body in order to actuate the movement of the retention body with respect to the elongated locking element. 1. A boot for ski-mountaineering or telemark skiing , comprising a shell and a quarter which are mutually articulated about a first pivoting axis and a locking device for locking relative rotation of said quarter with respect to said shell about said first pivoting axis , said locking device being adapted to pass between an inactive condition , in which said quarter can rotate with respect to said shell about said first pivoting axis , and an active condition , in which a position of said quarter with respect to said shell is locked angularly about said first pivoting axis , as a consequence of a transition of at least one actuation body of said locking device between an open condition and a closed condition , said locking device comprising an elongated locking element which has a first terminal pivoting portion that is supported rotatably by said shell about a second pivoting axis which is substantially parallel to said first pivoting axis , said elongated locking element having at least one locking ...

BOOT, ESPECIALLY SKI BOOT OR SNOWBOARD BOOT

A boot is disclosed having at least two fastening devices, including lacing systems, and a boot body. The boot body has an upper zone for at least partially enclosing a wearer's calf and shin; a lower zone for at least partially enclosing the wearer's forefoot; and a middle zone located between the upper zone and the lower zone, which encloses the wearer's heel and ankle joint. The middle zone can be fastened, by being laced with one of the lacing systems, independently of the upper zone and independently of the lower zone. 1. A boot , having at least two fastening devices including lacing systems , and a boot body comprising:an upper zone for at least partially enclosing a wearer's calf and shin;a lower zone for at least partially enclosing the wearer's forefoot; anda middle zone located between the upper zone and the lower zone, which encloses the wearer's heel and ankle joint,wherein the middle zone can be fastened, by being laced with one of the lacing systems, independently of the upper zone and independently of the lower zone.2. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:the boot body is divided between the upper zone and the middle zone and between the lower zone and the middle zone by a flexible region.3. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:{'b': '50', 'i': 'b', 'the upper zone and the lower zone can be fastened, by being laced, jointly by means of a single fastening device, comprising one of the lacing systems ().'}4. A boot according claim 1 , wherein:the upper zone and the lower zone can be fastened, by being laced, independently of one another by means of independent fastening devices, comprising two of the lacing systems.5. A boot having a first lacing system and a boot body comprising:an upper zone for at least partially enclosing a wearer's calf and shin;a lower zone for at least partially enclosing the wearer's forefoot; anda middle zone located between the upper zone and the lower zone, which encloses the wearer's heel and ankle joint, the middle zone ...

BOOT, ESPECIALLY SKI BOOT OR SNOWBOARD BOOT

A boot is disclosed that includes a shell which encloses a user's foot and at least part of his lower leg, a shell tongue attached to the shell, and a sock-like liner having a tongue. The sock-like liner is arranged in the shell and extends over a portion of from 20% to 80% of the height of the shell, such as to approximately half the height of the shell, while the tongue extends over a portion of from 80% to 130% of the height of the shell, such as to approximately 110% of the total height of the shell. 1. A boot comprising:a shell which encloses a user's foot and at least part of the user's lower leg; anda shell tongue attached to the shell; anda sock-like liner having a tongue, wherein the sock-like liner is arranged in the shell and extends over a portion of from 20% to 80% of the height of the shell, while the tongue extends over a portion of from 80% to 130% of the height of the shell.2. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:the sock-like liner is fixedly connected to the shell.3. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:at least a portion of the tongue, the height of which exceeds the height of the sock-like liner, is movable independently of the shell tongue.4. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:the tongue has greater height and width dimensions than the shell tongue.5. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:the sock-like liner is in seam-free form.6. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:the sock-like liner has a substantially water-tight membrane which is impermeable to water.7. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:a stiffness of the boot is adjustable by means of the shell tongue.8. Boot A boot according to claim 1 , whereinthe shell tongue is attached in a detachable and replaceable manner to the shell.9. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:the sock-like liner extends over a portion of approximately half the height of the shell.10. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:The tongue extends over a portion of approximately 100% of the total height of the ...

FLEXIBLE AND PRECISELY FITTING SKI BOOT FOR MAXIMUM EFFICIENCY AND FOOT AND LEG HEALTH DURING NORDIC SKIING

A comfortable, flexible Nordic ski boot with embodiments for classic, skate, combi, and roller skiing enables full ski control while remaining comfortable and allowing movement to help avoid overuse injuries including compartment syndrome. The boot provides precise fit at the heel and ball of the foot while allowing flexible movement. In embodiments, a strap attaches the ball of the foot. A custom heel fit and/or a strap can attach the heel. A removable, adjustable cuff can limit eversion and inversion. Some embodiments are made on multiple lasts, provide toe box room, provide partial or full movement about the ball of the foot, and/or allow twisting between the heel and ball of the foot. Embodiments are configured to elastically return to a flat configuration after flexing, while remaining in alignment with a ski. The sole can include carbon fibers and/or elastic cords, spring cables, and/or such like to enhance elasticity. 1. A Nordic ski boot having a sole , the Nordic ski boot comprising:a customizable ball attachment mechanism capable of maintaining firm and customizable contact between the ball of a user's foot and a ball region of the sole; anda customizable heel attachment mechanism capable of maintaining firm and customizable contact of a user's heel with a heel region of the sole.2. The Nordic ski boot of claim 1 , wherein the customizable ball attachment mechanism includes a ball strap extending across the ball of the user's foot claim 1 , the ball strap being adjustable in tightness.35-. (canceled)6. The Nordic ski boot of claim 2 , wherein locations of attachment of the ball strap to the boot are adjustable by the user.7. The Nordic ski boot of claim 1 , wherein the customizable heel attachment mechanism includes a moldable material located in the heel region of the boot.8. The Nordic ski boot of claim 1 , wherein the customizable heel attachment mechanism includes a concave shaping of the sole of the boot in its interior heel region claim 1 , so as to ...

Boot in particular ski or snowboard boot

A boot includes a lacing system having an upper zone of action associated with an upper portion of the boot body and a lower zone of action associated with a lower portion of the boot body. The lacing system includes a single bootlace, the first end of which is anchored in the upper zone of action and the second end of which is anchored in the lower zone of action. The boot also includes a common lace-tightening device, having a handpiece, for the upper zone of action and the lower zone of action of the lacing system. The common lace-tightening device cooperates with the bootlace in such a way that, on operation of the handpiece, the upper zone of action and the lower zone of action of the lacing system are acted upon simultaneously in respect of lacing up and opening the boot.

SKI BOOT CONSTRUCTION

A ski boot construction comprises a boot shell to which a front bootleg and a rear bootleg are pivoted, the front bootleg being pivoted to the shell at a front pivot pin, and the rear bootleg being pivoted to the boot shell at a rear pivot pin, said rear pivot pin being arranged at a withdrawn and lower position with respect to said front pivot pin, the position of said front bootleg being adapted to be locked, with respect to said boot shell, through a locking hook element which can be automatically actuated by inclining frontward the front bootleg. 1. A boot construction , particularly a ski boot , characterized in that said boot construction comprises a boot shell to which a front bootleg and a rear bootleg are pivoted , the front bootleg being pivoted to the shell at a front pivot pin , and the rear bootleg being pivoted to the boot shell at a rear pivot pin , said rear pivot pin being arranged at a withdrawn and lower position with respect to said front pivot pin , a position of said front bootleg being adapted to be locked , with respect to said boot shell , through a locking hook element which can be automatically actuated by inclining frontward the front bootleg.2. A boot construction claim 1 , according to claim 1 , characterized in that said locking hook element is pivoted to a front portion of the front bootleg and is adapted to engage with a recess formed in the boot shell claim 1 , thereby claim 1 , by inclining frontward said front bootleg claim 1 , said hook element is rotatively driven to automatically engage in said recess while locking said front bootleg with respect to said boot shell.3. A boot construction claim 1 , according to claim 1 , characterized in that said pivot pins allow the respective bootlegs to be rotated between a fully opened position and a fully closed position thereof.4. A boot construction claim 1 , according to claim 1 , characterized in that said boot construction comprises adjustable locking means designed for locking said ...

BOOT WITH AN ELEMENT IN SHELL FORM

A ski boot with an element in shell form at least partially contains a plastic compound material. The compound material contains a mixture of caprolactam polyamide and ionomers, such that cations and anions of the ionomers form ion bonds. Elastic components of the compound material form a physical network that is soluble between 60° C. and 100° C., and therefore the element in shell form of the ski boot at least partially containing the compound material can undergo thermoforming below 100° C. 114-. (canceled)15. A ski boot , comprising:an element in shell form which at least partly contains a plastic compound material, said plastic compound material containing a mixture of caprolactam polyamide and ionomers, such that cations and anions of said ionomers form ion bonds, said plastic compound material having elastic components forming a physical network that is disruptable between 60° C. and 100° C., so that said element in shell form of the ski boot at least partly containing said plastic compound material is thermoformable at a temperature of <100° C.16. The ski boot according to claim 15 , wherein said ionomers are copolymerisates of ethylene with carboxylic acid.17. The ski boot according to claim 15 , wherein a weight ratio of said ionomers is at least 20%.18. The ski boot according to claim 15 , wherein said plastic compound material further has at least one crystallization accelerating agent selected from the group consisting of an organic crystallization accelerating agent and an inorganic crystallization accelerating agent claim 15 , at a weight ratio of 0.1 to 1%.19. The ski boot according to claim 18 , wherein said crystallization accelerating agent is selected from the group consisting of talc and a low molecular polyamide.20. The ski boot according to claim 18 , wherein said crystallization accelerating agent is a mixture of said organic crystallization accelerating agent and said inorganic crystallization accelerating agent.21. The ski boot according to ...

Ski boot

A ski boot, comprising: a hull, a shaped plate belonging to the hull, a sole adapted to be removed from the hull and interchangeable; the sole comprises a front portion and a back portion that are separated from each other and constrained to the hull through fixing elements, wherein the sole is adapted for a specific skiing discipline and is compatible with ski bindings provided with a plurality of pins integral with the ski that are fitted into corresponding shaped recesses belonging to the hull; the shaped recesses are positioned on the sides of the plate, which is fixedly constrained to the ski boot.

HYBRID SKATE BOOT

A method of making a skate boot upper, including integrally molding a boot portion from a first material, the boot portion including at least an instep portion and at least part of a tendon guard, manufacturing two quarters of a second material more rigid than the first material, and assembling the upper by attaching edges of the quarters to the boot portion with the quarter overlapping the boot portion only along said edges. Also, a method of making a skate boot upper, including manufacturing a boot portion from a first material, the boot portion including at least an instep portion and at least part of a tendon guard, manufacturing two quarters of a second material more rigid than the first material, and assembling the upper by attaching edges of the quarters to the boot portion through stitching, adhesive or lamination. 1. A method of making a skate boot upper , comprising:integrally molding a boot portion from a first material, the boot portion including at least an instep portion and at least part of a tendon guard;manufacturing two quarters of a second material more rigid than the first material; andassembling the upper by attaching edges of the quarters to the boot portion with the quarter overlapping the boot portion only along said edges.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein assembling the upper further comprises stitching the edges of the quarters to the boot portion.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein assembling the upper further comprises attaching the edges of the quarters to the boot portion through adhesive or lamination.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein integrally molding the boot portion further comprises integrally molding the instep portion claim 1 , a vamp and a rear portion including the tendon guard.5. The method according to claim 4 , wherein assembling the upper includes attaching the edges of the quarters to the vamp claim 4 , the rear portion and the instep portion.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein ...

Polymer Composition and Articles For Use in Low Temperature Environments That Are Wear Resistant

Ski boots and other cold weather articles are described made from polymer compositions that are exceptionally stable at low temperatures. The polymer composition, for instance, may contain a thermoplastic polymer, a thermoplastic elastomer, an impact modifier and a wear resistant additive. In one embodiment, various polymer components are selected such that they do not undergo a second order transition within a temperature range of from about 50° C. to about −40° C., and particularly from about 23° C. to about −40° C. In one embodiment, the polymer compositions are used to mold the outer shell of a snow ski boot. 1. A cold weather and wear-resistant polymer composition comprising:a non-elastomeric polyester polymer present in the composition in an amount sufficient to form a continuous phase in an article molded from the polymer composition;ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene blended with the polyester polymer, the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene comprising hydrophilized particles;at least one impact modifier;at least one thermoplastic elastomer; and{'sup': '3', 'wherein the polymer composition is formulated so as to have a rigidity factor of about 2 or less and in order to have an abrasion resistance according to Test DIN 53516 of less than about 95 mm.'}2. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the non-elastomeric polyester polymer comprises polybutylene terephthalate.3. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the non-elastomeric polyester polymer contains less than about 30 mmol/kg of carboxylic groups.4. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the impact modifier has a core and shell construction claim 1 , the core comprising a cross-linked diene-based elastomer claim 1 , the shell comprising a thermoplastic polymer.5. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene particles have a mean particle diameter of from about 20 microns to about 60 microns and ...

SPORT FOOTWEAR SUCH AS A SKI BOOT OR SUCHLIKE

A sport footwear comprises a lower part or shell to contain the foot, and an upper part or cuff to contain and surround the joint of the ankle and the lower part of the leg. The cuff and shell are pivoted with respect to each other. A clamping device is provided for the reciprocal clamping of the cuff and the shell at least in a first clamped position and a second unclamped position, in which the free oscillatory movement of cuff and shell is allowed. 1. A sport footwear comprising a lower part or shell to contain the foot , and an upper part or cuff to contain and surround the joint of the ankle and the lower part of the leg , the cuff and shell being pivoted with respect to each other , a clamping device being provided for the reciprocal clamping of the cuff and the shell at least in a first clamped position and a second unclamped position , in which the free oscillatory movement of the cuff and shell is allowed , wherein the clamping device comprises:an elastic metal sheet anchored directly to and on the cuff, which develops longitudinally along an external rear surface of the cuff and configured to act as a selective clamping element of the reciprocal angular position of cuff and shell, said elastic metal sheet having at least a lower end free and for selective clamping;a stepped stopping surface present on the rear of the shell and which delimits a clamping seating shaped mating with the lower end, said lower end of the elastic metal sheet being configured to act, in the first clamped position, in cooperation with the stepped stopping surface;a command mechanism associated externally to the cuff and configured to condition the position of the elastic metal sheet and thus to take said elastic metal sheet from the first clamped position to the second unclamped position and vice versa, said command mechanism comprising a lever configured to cooperate with the cuff and to act on said elastic metal sheet so as to provide said elastic metal sheet with a position in ...

Footwear

The present invention provides footwear that is very easy to tighten. One end of a shoelace ( 6 ) is threaded between left to right sides in a staggered state through an instep opening ( 3 A) to constitute tightening means ( 4 ) for the instep opening ( 3 A), and the other end of the shoelace ( 6 ) is threaded between left to right sides in a staggered state through an upper opening ( 3 B) to constitute tightening means ( 4 ) for the upper opening ( 3 B). A medial portion of the shoelace ( 6 ) between the tightening means ( 4 ) for the instep opening ( 3 A) and the upper opening ( 3 B) forms a pull part ( 11 ), and tightened-state-holding means ( 12 ) is provided for holding the pull part ( 11 ) in a pulled state.

SKI/WALK MECHANISM

A stiffness mechanism for a boot having a shell with a flexibility slot and a cuff pivotally secured to the shell includes a buckle assembly selectively engageable with a portion of the shell for selectively securing the cuff to the shell. A blocking assembly is selectively disposable within the flexibility slot for selectively increasing the stiffness of the shell. A lever assembly is pivotally disposed between the buckle assembly and the blocking assembly. When the lever assembly is moved into a first position, the cuff is secured to the shell and a portion of the blocking assembly is disposed within the flexibility slot to increase the stiffness of the shell. When the lever assembly is moved into a second position, the cuff is pivotal with respect to the shell and the blocking assembly is at least partially disengaged from the flexibility slot to increase the flexibility of the shell. 1. A stiffness mechanism for a boot having a shell and a cuff pivotally secured to the shell , the shell having a flexibility slot , the stiffness mechanism comprising:(a) a buckle assembly selectively engageable with a portion of the shell for selectively securing the cuff to the shell;(b) a blocking assembly selectively disposable within the flexibility slot for selectively increasing the stiffness of the shell; and(c) a lever assembly pivotally disposed between the buckle assembly and the blocking assembly, wherein when the lever assembly is moved into a first position the cuff is secured to the shell and a portion of the blocking assembly is disposed within the flexibility slot to increase the stiffness of the shell, and wherein when the lever assembly is moved into a second position the cuff is pivotal with respect to the shell and the blocking assembly is at least partially disengaged from the flexibility slot to increase the flexibility of the shell.2. The mechanism of claim 1 , further comprising a first cam assembly configured to disengage the buckle assembly from the shell ...

SHOE FOR PRACTICING SPORTS INVOLVING GLIDING OVER THE SNOW OR FOR WALKING

Boot () intended for the practice of sports involving gliding on snow or walking, characterized in that it includes an outer shell () made of a rigid material, the shell () including a rear cradle () provided to hold the heel of the user, the rear cradle () being extended forward by a blade-shaped portion () defining a bending zone, the rear cradle () comprising a peripheral wall () and a bottom, the bottom of the cradle and the blade-shaped portion partially defining the sole assembly of the boot, and characterized in that it includes an inner liner (). 11222026263442222026263442222828394422282839446222828394453120. Boot () , particularly intended for the practice of sports involving gliding on snow or walking , characterized in that it includes an outer shell ( , ′ , , , ′ , , ) made of a rigid material , the shell ( , ′ , , , ′ , , ) including a rear cradle ( , , ′ , , ) provided to hold the heel of the user , the rear cradle ( , , ′ , , ) being extended forward by a blade-shaped portion () defining a bending zone , the rear cradle ( , , ′ , , ) comprising a peripheral wall ( , ) and a bottom , the bottom of the cradle and the blade-shaped portion partially defining the sole assembly of the boot , and characterized in that it includes an inner liner ().21222026263442212727384547. Boot () according to claim 1 , characterized in that the shell ( claim 1 , ′ claim 1 , claim 1 , claim 1 , ′ claim 1 , claim 1 , ) includes a front cradle ( claim 1 , claim 1 , ′ claim 1 , claim 1 , claim 1 , ) claim 1 , the blade-shaped portion connecting the rear cradle to the front cradle claim 1 , the blade-shaped portion extending in the area of the metatarsus of a user.31. Boot () according to claim 1 , characterized in that the rear cradle and the blade-shaped portion are unitary elements.41. Boot () according to claim 1 , characterized in that the rear cradle and the blade-shaped portion are separate elements.515. Boot () according claim 1 , characterized in that the thickness of ...

BINDING

A binding for a vehicle, such as a skate for skating on ice or a ski. The binding has an upper chassis section and a lower chassis section, which are interconnected by means of coupling means. The upper chassis section and the lower chassis section are arranged to be rollable relative to each other in the vehicle's longitudinal direction. The binding includes a first and a second contact surface at least one of the first and the second contact surface being curved. Thereby a stepless rolling motion between the upper chassis and the lower chassis is provided for, allowing the chassis to rock both backwards and forwards in relation to each other. 1. A binding for a vehicle , such as a skate for skating on ice or a ski , including an upper chassis section , a lower chassis section , and a coupling means , wherein the upper chassis section and the lower chassis section are engaged via the coupling means , and are pivotally arranged relative to each other in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle , wherein the binding further includes a first contact surface and a second contact surface , wherein at least one of the first contact surface and the second contact surface is curved , and wherein the first contact surface and the second contact surface are arranged such that , during pivoting of said upper chassis section and said lower chassis section relative to each other , at least a portion of said first contact surface is in contact with at least a portion of said second contact surface.2. The binding in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the coupling means includes at least one axle.3. The binding in accordance with claim 2 , wherein the coupling means further includes at least one bushing.4. The binding in accordance with claim 3 , wherein said bushing consists of one of at least one spring and an elastic material.5. The binding in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the coupling means includes at least one strap.6. The binding in accordance with claim 1 , wherein at ...

SNOWSHOE WITH INTEGRATED ARTICULATING LINK

A snowshoe with an integrated articulating link wherein said surface support structure and said foot connector plate are connected by a multi-axial articulating link. The surface support structure, said foot connector plate and said articulating link constitute a structural unit, a mono-construction. The multi-axial tilt motion in said articulating link is achieved by extension and compression in the material structure. The extension and compression in the material structure is controlled by one or more corrugations in the arms. 1. A snowshoe comprising a long and broad surface support structure and a generally round footplate with a binding , said footplate and said surface support structure mutually connected by an articulating link ,whereinsaid footplate covers an underside of a part of a wearer's foot's fore portion and is surrounded by said surface support structure,said articulating link comprising two or more resilient radial bands between said footplate and said surface support structure,said resilient radial bands comprising corrugated portions,said resilient radial bands allowing said surface support structure to tilt motion under increasing torsion resistance at least in the length- and lateral direction of said wearer's foot.2. The snowshoe of claim 1 , wherein said resilient radial bands are flexible and elastic.3. The snowshoe according to claim 1 , wherein said surface support structure claim 1 , said footplate and said articulating link comprising said radial bands constitute one single material piece.4. The snowshoe according to claim 1 , wherein said footplate and said articulating link comprising said radial bands constitute one single material piece claim 1 , and wherein said articulate link comprise a peripheral claim 1 , ring-shaped outer frame arranged for being attached in a corresponding inner connection frame in said surface support structure.5. The snowshoe according to claim 1 , wherein said footplate in an unloaded state forms an angle ...

Article of Footwear with a Heating System

A heated article of footwear that includes an outer shell and a removable inner liner is described. The inner liner includes a heating system with a toe cap heating element. The toe cap heating element is disposed around a perimeter of the forefoot region of the inner liner. The heating system is integrated within the inner liner and is removable with the inner liner from the outer shell. A power source for the heating system is contained within a battery compartment area disposed along a cuff of the inner liner to provide access to the power source.

ARTICULATING FOOTWEAR FOR SPORTS ACTIVITY

A boot includes an upper formed of articulating panels that permit portions of the boot to move in substantial independence from one another in response to loads experienced by the boot. The boot generally comprises a sports boot that is positioned around a wearer's foot for coupling to an external appliance, such as a snowboard, wakeboard, skating appliance (such as a blade or wheels), or any other appliance. 1. A footwear device that couples to a sport board , comprising:an upper positioned on a sole, wherein the upper is configured to receive a foot and is comprised of more than one underlay panel and more than one overlay panel that can move relative to one another to permit the upper to deform in response to loads, wherein the overlay panels are configured to cover a portion of the underlay panels, the upper including a first pair of overlay panels connected to each other along a seam line positioned above at least one of the underlay panels, the seam line extending from an edge of the sole to a cut-out positioned in between the first pair of overlay panels, the-cut-out comprising an open area which serves as a region of articulation between the first pair of overlay panels.2. The footwear device of claim 1 , further comprising a tongue attached to the upper claim 1 , wherein the tongue is positioned adjacent an upper region of the footwear device and wherein the tongue includes two or more distinct regions that are connected to one another along predetermined connection zones claim 1 , the regions configured to move relative to one another claim 1 , wherein the regions can each be manufactured of a material having desired structural characteristics specifically suited to the location of the region on the tongue.3. The footwear device of claim 1 , wherein the cut-out is filled with a flexible and protective material that interconnects the first pair of overlay panels and allows the overlay panels to move relative to one another.4. The footwear device of claim 3 ...

Boot Insert

A low friction boot insert that is positioned around the lower leg surrounding a sock and on the inside of a boot such as those worn for skiing. Rotational movement and longitudinal movement of the skin relative to the boot surface is minimised by reducing friction at the interface of the insert and boot or the interface of the insert and sock or both. The reduction in friction transferred to the interface between sock and skin helps to reduce the chafing of the skin which can cause blisters or sores. 1. A ski boot insert for positioning around a user's lower leg between a sock outer surface and a boot inner surface to reduce the transfer of friction to the skin of a user arising from movement of the boot; the boot insert comprising a deformable panel having smooth major surfaces; two panel ends; and mutually interlockable elements extending from each panel end; wherein each smooth major surface has a static coefficient of friction against cotton fabric of 0.5 or less.2. A ski boot insert according to claim 1 , wherein the deformable panel has an arcuate-oblong shape when in a non-deformed condition.3. A ski boot insert according to claim 2 , wherein the shorter lateral ends of the arcuate-oblong shaped deformable panel are convexly curved.4. A ski boot insert according to any preceding claim claim 2 , wherein the deformable panel is formed from a plastic or composite material having a thickness of between 0.1 mm and 4.0 mm.5. A ski boot insert according to any preceding claim claim 2 , wherein aeration apertures extend through the deformable panel between the major surfaces.9. A method of reducing the transfer of friction between a boot and a user's skin comprising the steps of:{'claim-ref': [{'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claims 1'}, {'@idref': 'CLM-00005', '5'}], 'providing a ski boot insert having a deformable panel according to any one of to ;'}(ii) positioning said deformable panel around a user's lower leg between a sock outer surface and a boot inner surface; and( ...

Article Of Footwear With Adjustable Stiffness

An article of footwear with adjustable stiffness is provided. The article of footwear in the form of a snowboard boot is provided with adjustable tensioning systems that are disposed on either side of an inner liner of the snowboard boot. The adjustable tensioning system includes a comb body structure having flex portions made of a plurality of extending fingers with a flexibility that can be controlled by the adjustable tensioning system. Depending on the level of tension applied by the tensioning system, or lack thereof, a range of flex profiles having varying amounts of stiffness are available to the wearer to adjust the overall stiffness of the snowboard boot. 1. An adjustable tensioning system for an article of footwear comprising:a tension control device;a tensioning element, the tensioning element having a first end that is attached to the tension control device;a body structure, the body structure including an interior channel disposed along a longitudinal direction of the body structure;wherein the tensioning element is disposed through the interior channel in the body structure and is attached to an anchor at a second end of the tensioning element; andwherein the body structure is disposed along at least one of a medial side and a lateral side of the article of footwear.2. The adjustable tensioning system according to claim 1 , wherein the body structure comprises a comb body structure including a plurality of extending finger members.3. The adjustable tensioning system according to claim 2 , wherein the interior channel extends through the plurality of extending finger members.4. The adjustable tensioning system according to claim 2 , wherein the comb body structure includes a first flex portion comprising a first set of extending finger members.5. The adjustable tensioning system according to claim 4 , wherein the comb body structure further includes a second flex portion comprising a second set of extending finger members.6. The adjustable tensioning ...

Protective wear closure system

An article of protective wear such as a boot (10) includes a flexible shell (14) with an opening (16) extending between two parts (20, 22) of the shell that (14) can move relative to each other to open or close the opening (16). The boot (10) has one or more releasable closure elements (24) for holding the first and second parts (20, 22) closed and a mechanical tightening mechanism (28, 30) that allows tightening of the first and second parts (20, 22), but resists separation between them. The boot (10) also includes a one-way hook-and-loop fastening system (38, 40) attached to the first and second parts (20, 22) that is configured to resist relative sliding between the first and second parts (20, 22) to a looser condition, but to allow relative sliding between the first and second parts (20, 22) to a tighter condition.

Article of Footwear With An Indicator For A Heating System

An indicator for a heated article of footwear that includes an outer shell and a removable inner liner is described. The inner liner includes a heating system with an indicator disposed on a forefoot region of the inner liner. The heating system is integrated within the inner liner and is removable with the inner liner from the outer shell. A viewing window is disposed on the outer shell at a location corresponding to the indicator located on the inner liner. With this arrangement, the status condition of the heating system on the inner liner may be communicated to a wearer of the article through the viewing window from within the interior of the article. 120-. (canceled)21. An article of footwear , comprising:an upper;a sole structure secured with respect to the upper and forming a void with the upper configured to admit a foot of a wearer;an output system, secured to one of the upper and the sole structure, configured to impart energy on the article of footwear to change a physical property of the article of footwear, the output system including electronics and a power source operatively coupled to the electronics, the output system having a status condition indicative of an operating state of the output system; anda visual indicator arrangement comprising a plurality of lights visible on an exterior of the article of footwear, the visual indicator operatively coupled to the electronics and the power source, the visual indicator configured to display a status condition of the output system by illuminating individual ones of the plurality of lights according to a predetermined pattern corresponding to the status condition.22. The article of footwear of claim 21 , wherein the output system has a plurality of status conditions and the visual indicator has a plurality of predetermined patterns claim 21 , each of the plurality of predetermined patterns corresponding to one of the plurality of status conditions.23. The article of footwear of claim 22 , wherein the ...

Shoe Sole with Zones Filled with Multiple Foaming Material and An Interchangeable Compact MagLev Module

There have been many types of sports shoes varying in design and material. The market-leading sports shoes are Nike and Asics. Nike is famous for its patented Air Max technology and Asics for its unique liquid cushioning element technology. These are excellent shoes in its own category. Yet, sports players are also looking for a shoe that can switch between the hi-rebound high performance sports mode and soft-cushioned regular mode conveniently. Our new design of the shoe sole tackles this task with a unique approach. We design the shoe sole into three zones according to its dynamic feature and fill the corresponding zones with different foaming material and an interchangeable compact MagLev module. This new design meets the challenge and opens up a new way for shoe manufacturing. 1. A shoe sole comprising ,(a) two forefoot cushion zones;(b) a heel zone with a cavity;(c) an height difference H between the heel zone and the forefoot cushion zones, wherein the two forefoot cushion zones are filled with TPU and EVA foaming material.2. The shoe sole of claim 1 , wherein the heel zone contains an interchangeable compact Maglev module in its cavity.3. The heel zone of wherein the compact Maglev module can be replaced by a soft elastic cushion module.4. The compact MagLev module is made by the process comprising:attaching two permanent magnets to two steel plates separately via cold bonding;assembling the cold-bonded magnet plates into a compact MagLev structure with cushion in between;wrapping the compact MagLev structure with an elastic protection layer;assembling the compact MagLev structure with the protection layer into a compressible jacket.5. The Maglev module of wherein the elastic protection layer has a thickness between 0.3 mm and 2 mm.6. The Maglev module of claim 4 , wherein the elastic protection layer has a tensile strength between 20 MPa and 120 MPa.7. The Maglev module of claim 4 , wherein the elastic protection layer is made with elastic material having a ...

SPORT-BOOT PRESSURE MONITOR AND METHOD OF USE

A sport-boot pressure monitoring system and method of use. The system includes a left boot sensor having a left flexible fluid-containing bladder shaped to fit between a user's left leg and an interior surface of a left boot worn by the user and a left pressure sense element in pressure-sensing communication with the left flexible fluid-containing bladder, a right boot sensor that is similar to the left one, and a controller to provide a pressure alert if pressure between one of the user's legs and the interior surface of the boot worn on that leg violates a predetermined pressure threshold and to provide a proximity alert if a distance between the left and right boots violates a predetermined proximity threshold. 1. A sport-boot pressure monitoring process comprising:placing a flexible, compressible left boot sensor between a user's left leg and an interior surface of a left boot worn by the user and a left pressure sense element in pressure-sensing communication with the left boot sensor;placing a right boot sensor between a user's right leg and an interior surface of a right boot worn by the user and a right pressure sense element in pressure-sensing communication with the right boot sensor; andproviding a pressure alert if pressure between one of the user's legs and the interior surface of the boot worn on that leg violates a predetermined pressure threshold and providing a proximity alert if a distance between the left and right boots violates a predetermined proximity threshold.2. The process of wherein the boot sensors frictionally engage the inner surfaces of the boots.3. The process of wherein the pressure alert comprises an audible alert and the proximity alert comprises an audible alert different than the pressure alert.4. The process of wherein the predetermined pressure threshold comprises different values of pressure for the left and right legs.5. The process of wherein the pressure alert comprises an audio tone directed to a left channel of an audio ...

SKI BINDING HEEL UNIT

An apparatus for selective holding of a footwear heel to a snow travel aid is provided. The apparatus is of the kind that comprise a base mountable to the snow travel aid, an upper portion slidable relative to the base and at least one forward connector for connecting the upper portion to the heel. The upper portion is rotatable on a generally vertical axis between a downhill position and at least one lateral release position. In this invention, the upper portion comprises at least one camming surface positioned such that rotation of the upper portion toward the lateral release position results in the upper portion translating rearwardly against an opposing force provided by a forward biasing device. 1. An apparatus for selective holding of a footwear heel to a snow travel aid , the apparatus comprising a base mountable to the snow travel aid and an upper portion slidable relative to the base and having at least one forward connector for connecting the upper portion to the heel , the upper portion being rotatable on a generally vertical axis between a downhill position and at least one lateral release position , wherein the upper portion comprises at least one camming surface positioned such that rotation of the upper portion toward the lateral release position results in the upper portion translating rearwardly against an opposing force provided by a forward biasing device.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising Mz and My biasing devices claim 1 , separate from the forward biasing device.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the camming surface contacts a stop that is in a fixed position relative to the upper portion.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the stop is a boss connected to the base.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the boss is on a chassis claim 4 , the chassis being positionable on the base by an adjustor and wherein the upper portion is slidably engaged with the chassis.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , further comprising a snow brake ...

SKATE BOOT AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

A boot includes a boot shell having first and second side portions each including eyelets defined in an instep region thereof and a respective opening through at least one the first side portion in proximity of the eyelets. The boot also includes a band having a first end portion received in the boot shell and attached to the boot shell at or adjacent the second side portion. The band extends across an interior of the boot shell and is slidingly received through the opening defined in the first side portion so as to have an opposed second end portion extending outside of the boot shell. The second end portion the band defines an aperture for receiving a lace. An opposed second band may be provided, with the bands crossing each other. The boot may be a skate boot. A method of manufacturing a boot is also discussed. 1. A boot comprising:a boot shell including first and second opposite side portions cooperating to define a foot receiving opening therebetween, each of the first and second side portions having a facing portion extending from the foot receiving opening and a plurality of eyelets in each facing portion, the first side portion having an opening defined therethrough in the facing portion thereof; anda band having a first end portion received in the boot shell and attached to the boot shell at or adjacent the second side portion, the band extending across an interior of the boot shell and being slidingly received through the opening defined in the first side portion so as to have a second end portion extending outside of the boot shell, the second end portion of the band defining an aperture for receiving a lace.2. The boot of claim 1 , wherein the band is a first band claim 1 , the boot further comprising a second band having a first end portion received in the boot shell and attached to the boot shell at or adjacent the first side portion claim 1 , the band extending across the interior of the boot shell and being slidingly received through an opening ...

SPORTS BOOT FOR THE PURSUIT OF SKI SPORT

The invention relates to a sports boot for the pursuit of ski sport. The sports boot comprises a sensor arrangement () having several pressure-sensitive sensors (-) in a distributed layout which are respectively connected or can be connected via cable connections (-) to an electronic signal processing device. At least one first sensor () is positioned in a forefoot portion () of the sole arrangement () of the sports boot and at least one second sensor () is positioned in a heel portion () of the sole arrangement (). A first cable connection () between the at least one first sensor () and the electronic signal processing device and a second cable connection () between the at least one second sensor () and the electronic signal processing device are respectively starting from the at least one first sensor () and from the at least one second sensor () and each run in the direction towards a sole center region () of the sole arrangement (). The first and second cable connection () then run out from the sole center region () via the heel portion () in the direction towards the upper boot portion () in which the signal processing device is positioned or can be positioned. 1127282827299171699293019313093230179161791699171734adadababaabbabab. A sports boot () for the pursuit of ski sport , in particular a ski boot , having a lower boot portion () provided as a means of accommodating the foot of a user and an upper boot portion () provided as a means of accommodating the lower leg portion of this user , which upper boot portion () is connected to the lower boot portion () , a sensor arrangement () comprising several pressure-sensitive sensors (-) in a distributed layout , which are respectively connected or can be connected via cable connections (-) to an electronic signal processing device () , and at least two sensors ( , ) of the sensor arrangement () are provided on a sole arrangement () of the sports boot () , and at least one first sensor () is positioned in a forefoot ...

SOLE STRUCTURE WITH TRANSVERSELY MOVABLE COUPLER FOR SELECTABLE BENDING STIFFNESS

A sole structure for an article of footwear comprises a first plate and a second plate both extending longitudinally in a flexion region of the sole structure. The second plate is disposed above the first plate in the flexion region. The second plate has a fixed portion fixed to the first plate, and has a free portion. A coupler is operatively connected to one of the first plate and the free portion of the second plate. The coupler is selectably movable transversely relative to the first plate and the second plate between a first position and a second position. The coupler is spaced apart from the other one of the first plate and the free portion of the second plate in the first position, and operatively engages the other one of the first plate and the free portion of the second plate in the second position. 1. A sole structure for an article of footwear comprising:a first plate and a second plate both extending longitudinally in a flexion region of the sole structure with the second plate disposed above the first plate in the flexion region;wherein the second plate has a fixed portion fixed to the first plate, and has a free portion;a coupler operatively connected to one of the first plate and the free portion of the second plate;wherein the coupler is selectably movable transversely relative to the first plate and the second plate between a first position and a second position;wherein the coupler is spaced apart from the other one of the first plate and the free portion of the second plate when the coupler is in the first position;wherein the coupler operatively engages the other one of the first plate and the free portion of the second plate when the coupler is in the second position; andwherein the coupler has a medial end extending laterally-outward of a medial edge of the first plate in both the first position and the second position, and a lateral end extending laterally-outward of a lateral edge of the first plate in both the first position and the second ...

SKATE AND SKATE BOOT

A skate boot comprising an outer shell with a heel portion for receiving the heel of the foot; an ankle portion for receiving the ankle, the ankle portion comprising a rear portion for facing at least partially the lower part of the Achilles tendon; and medial and lateral side portions for facing the medial and lateral sides of the foot respectively. The skate boot also comprises a tendon guard extending upwardly from the ankle portion of the outer shell for facing at least partially the upper part of the Achilles tendon, the tendon guard comprising a recess for receiving an insert. The tendon guard has a first flexion mode when no insert is received in the recess and a second flexion mode when the insert is received in the recess. The second flexion mode is different from the first flexion mode. 121.-. (canceled)22. A skate boot with a flexibility-adjusting element configured to allow a flexibility of a component of the skate boot to be adjusted.23. The skate boot defined in claim 22 , wherein the component is a tendon guard.24. The skate boot defined in claim 23 , wherein tendon guard comprises an insert and wherein the flexibility-adjusting element comprises an insert for insertion into the tendon guard.25. The skate boot defined in claim 22 , wherein the flexibility-adjusting element comprises an insert for insertion into the component.26. The skate boot defined in claim 22 , wherein the component has a body and wherein the flexibility-adjusting element is removable from and mountable to the body of the component to adjust flexibility of the component.27. The skate boot defined in claim 22 , wherein the component has a body with a recess and wherein the flexibility-adjusting element comprises an insert receivable in and removable from the recess.28. The skate boot of claim 27 , wherein the insert includes at least one protrusion or groove shaped to cooperate with a corresponding groove or protrusion on the body of the component.29. The skate boot of claim 22 , ...

ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR WITH ADJUSTABLE FITTING SYSTEM

An article of footwear includes a fitting system with an upper member that is supported by the upper and a strand guide that is supported by the sole structure. The strand guide is flexible and flexes in concert with the sole structure. The strand guide has a guide surface. The fitting system further includes a tensioning system with a flexible strand that is configured to bias the upper member toward the strand guide. The flexible strand has a first section coupled to the upper member and a second section extending through the sole structure. The second section abuts the guide surface. The second section is configured to slide across the guide surface as a result of flexure of the strand guide. The first section and the upper member are configured to move relative to the sole structure as a result of sliding of the second section across the guide surface. 1. An article of footwear comprising:an upper defining a void operable to receive a foot;a sole structure coupled to the upper and including a ground-engaging surface;an upper member disposed adjacent to the upper and including a rounded base extending from a surface of the upper member; anda tensioning system including a flexible strand operable to selectively bias the upper member toward the sole structure when moved from a relaxed state to a tensioned state and including a first portion disposed between the void of the upper and the ground-engaging surface, the flexible strand including a second portion extending away from the sole structure toward the upper member and a third portion slidably engaging the rounded base when moved from the relaxed state to the tensioned state.2. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the first portion claim 1 , the second portion claim 1 , and the third portion are all part of the same claim 1 , unitary strand.3. The article of footwear of claim 1 , further comprising a retainer operable to fix a position of the flexible strand relative to the upper.4. The article of ...

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR ADJUSTING THE SHELL OF A SKI BOOT TO A FOOT

The invention relates to a device and to a method for producing a shell () of a ski boot () that in some areas is adapted to a foot, or a leg, of a user, comprising a lower and/or upper shell part (′) made of a plastic material, and a heating element () for sectionally heating the lower and/or upper shell part (′) above the softening temperature of the plastic material. The heating element () has an outer adhesion-promoting layer () for connecting the heating element () to one of the shell parts (′) of the ski boot (). 1. A device for producing a shell of a ski boot that in some areas is adapted to a foot , or a leg , of a user , comprising a lower and/or upper shell part made of a plastic material , wherein a heating element for sectionally heating the lower and/or upper shell part above the softening temperature of the plastic material is provided , characterized in that the heating element comprises an outer adhesion-promoting layer for an adhesion connection of the heating element to one of the shell parts of the ski boot , wherein as an adhesion-promoting layer there are provided a layer of an adhesive comprising a reglueable pressure-sensitive adhesive , or a silicone layer , or an adhesion-promoting layer based on van der Waals forces.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein as a reglueable pressure-sensitive adhesive an acrylate-based pressure-sensitive adhesive is provided.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the silicone layer consists of an addition cross-linked two-component silicone rubber which is vulcanizable at room temperature.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the heating element comprises a heating film claim 1 , preferably with a film thickness of less than 3 mm.5. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the heating element comprises a silicone heater in which a heating conductor layer is accommodated between two silicone layers preferably provided with (glass) fabric inlays.6. The device according to claim 4 , wherein in ...

PROTECTIVE FOOTWEAR

A protective footwear includes a foot engagement portion, a lower-leg engagement portion, and a cable closure system. The lower-leg engagement portion defines a cable end interface and a buckle interface. The cable closure system is configured to facilitate at least partially securing the protective footwear to a leg of a wearer. The cable closure system includes a buckle assembly configured to releasably couple to the buckle interface and a cable extending between the cable end interface and the buckle assembly. The cable has a first end coupled to the cable end interface and an opposing second end coupled to the buckle assembly. 1. A protective footwear , comprising:a foot engagement portion;a lower-leg engagement portion;a closure system configured to facilitate at least partially securing the protective footwear to a leg of a wearer; anda core disposed within the foot engagement portion and the lower-leg engagement portion,wherein the lower-leg engagement portion includes an exoskeleton defining a plurality of apertures, the plurality of apertures positioned such that at least a portion of the core is exposed to an external environment.2. The protective footwear of claim 1 , wherein the lower-leg engagement portion defines a cable end interface and a buckle interface claim 1 , and wherein the closure system includes a cable closure system claim 1 , the cable closure system comprising:a buckle assembly configured to releasably couple to the buckle interface; anda cable extending between the cable end interface and the buckle assembly, the cable having a first end coupled to the cable end interface and an opposing second end coupled to the buckle assembly.3. The protective footwear of claim 1 , further comprising a ventilation system including:an intake vent disposed within a toe portion of the foot engagement portion and positioned to receive an inlet airflow from an external environment;an exhaust vent disposed with a heel portion of the foot engagement portion ...

SPORT-BOOT PRESSURE MONITOR AND METHOD OF USE

A sport-boot pressure monitoring system and method of use. The system includes a left boot sensor having a left flexible fluid-containing bladder shaped to fit between a user's left leg and an interior surface of a left boot worn by the user and a left pressure sense element in pressure-sensing communication with the left flexible fluid-containing bladder, a right boot sensor that is similar to the left one, and a controller to provide a pressure alert if pressure between one of the user's legs and the interior surface of the boot worn on that leg violates a predetermined pressure threshold and to provide a proximity alert if a distance between the left and right boots violates a predetermined proximity threshold. 1. A sport-boot pressure monitoring process comprising:placing a flexible, compressible left boot sensor between a user's left leg and an interior surface of a left boot worn by the user and a left pressure sense element in pressure-sensing communication with the left boot sensor;placing a right boot sensor between a user's right leg and an interior surface of a right boot worn by the user and a right pressure sense element in pressure-sensing communication with the right boot sensor; andproviding a pressure alert if pressure between one of the user's legs and the interior surface of the boot worn on that leg violates a predetermined pressure threshold.2. The process of wherein the boot sensors frictionally engage the inner surfaces of the boots.3. The process of wherein the pressure alert comprises an audible alert.4. The process of wherein the predetermined pressure threshold comprises different values of pressure for the left and right legs.5. The process of wherein the pressure alert comprises an audio tone directed to a left channel of an audio output jack if the pressure between the user's left leg and the interior surface of the left boot violates the predetermined pressure threshold and an audio tone directed to a right channel of an output jack if ...

GLIDING SPORT BOOT SOLE

Ski boot sole (), characterized in that it comprises: 1. Ski boot sole comprising:a plate made of a composite material comprising reinforcing ribs;rear and front components extending under the plate and forming gripping tread patterns, the front component comprising at least one binding device intended to cooperate with a corresponding binding device belonging to a ski.2. Ski boot sole according to claim 1 , which comprises an outer rib and an inner rib claim 1 , the outer rib and inner ribs being arranged at lateral parts of the plate in an anterior half of the sole.3. Ski boot sole according to claim 2 , wherein the outer and inner claim 2 , ribs extend over a length comprised in a range of from 30 to 80% of a length of a front half of the sole defined between a middle of the sole and a front end thereof.4. Ski boot sole according to claim 1 , which comprises a rear rib in a central position of the sole.5. Ski boot sole according to claim 4 , wherein the rear rib extends over a length comprised in a range of from 30 to 60% of a length of a rear half of the sole defined between a middle of the sole and a rear end thereof.6. Ski boot sole according to claim 1 , which comprises at least one of:two front ribs and a rear rib, which are positioned within the plate and extend over a length comprised in a range of from 25% to 75% of a total length of the sole; andtwo front ribs and a rear rib, which are positioned in a central zone of the sole and meet in a central zone of the sole.7. Ski boot sole according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of:the plate extends over at least 60% of a length of the sole, andthe plate has a thickness comprised in a range of from 1.2 to 1.8 mm.8. Ski boot sole according to claim 7 , wherein the sole comprises reinforcing ribs having a height less than or equal to 5 mm claim 7 , or even comprised between 2 and 4 mm and a width less than or equal to 20 mm or even comprised between 5 and 15 mm.9. Ski boot sole according to claim 1 , wherein ...

ADJUSTABLE BOOTJACK WITH HANDLE

The disclosed bootjack apparatus relates to an apparatus to hold or retain at least part of a piece of footwear to facilitate the removal or application of boots or similar footwear from a user's foot. Various embodiments are described, each having a clamping mechanism to hold or retain the footwear and a stabilizing handle by which the user may steady themselves while removing or applying the footwear. 1. An apparatus for retaining a piece of footwear , to assist with application or removal of the footwear from a foot , comprising:a generally planar foot support plate forming part of a base;at least one stabilizing handle attached to said foot support plate and extending in an upward direction therefrom; anda movable clamping mechanism, operable in response to an applied force, to clamp at least a portion of the footwear between a pair of opposed members, at least one of said members being movable, where the applied force is generated by a movable handle pivotally attached to the base and operatively attached to the movable clamping mechanism to translate movement of the handle to movement of the movable member.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the foot support plate is inclined such that the rear of the plate is lower than the front of the plate.3. The apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein a support bracket is attached to the foot support plate to form part of the base and to raise the front of the plate.4. The apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein a bottom portion of the stabilizing handle is attached to the base.5. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one stabilizing handle includes a lower portion and an upper portion claim 1 , such that the at least one stabilizing handle includes at least two pieces that are collapsible.6. The apparatus according to claim 5 , wherein said at least one stabilizing handle includes a pivot connection between the lower portion and the upper portion.7. The apparatus according to claim 5 , ...

Article Of Footwear With Customizable Stiffness

An article of footwear with customizable stiffness is provided. The article of footwear in the form of a snowboard boot is provided with stiffness elements that are inserted within retaining enclosures disposed on either side of an inner liner of the snowboard boot. Depending on the level of stiffness of the stiffener element, or lack thereof, different flex profiles having varying degrees of stiffness are available to the wearer to customize the stiffness of the snowboard boot when secured within a binding. A kit of parts is also disclosed that includes a pair of boots and two sets of interchangeable stiffener inserts to allow a wearer to customize the stiffness of the boots as desired. 1. An article of footwear comprising:an outer shell, the outer shell including an upper and a sole structure;an inner liner, the inner liner being configured to be removably inserted within an interior of the outer shell;wherein the inner liner comprises an upper liner portion and a lower liner portion;a first retaining enclosure comprising a first securing end and a first receiving end disposed on the upper liner portion of the inner liner;a second retaining enclosure comprising a second securing end and a second receiving end, wherein the second retaining enclosure is disposed across at least a portion of the upper liner portion and a portion of the lower liner portion;the second retaining enclosure being disposed beneath the first retaining enclosure; andwherein the first retaining enclosure and the second retaining enclosure are configured to receive a stiffener element that extends from the first retaining enclosure to the second retaining enclosure.2. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein the first retaining enclosure and the second retaining enclosure are spaced apart by a gap.3. The article of footwear according to claim 2 , wherein the stiffener element is configured to be inserted within the first retaining enclosure and the second retaining enclosure ...

BASE FOR A SKI BOOT AND SKI BOOT INCORPORATING SUCH A BASE

A base () is provided for a ski boot () and comprises a sole () and an outsole element () that is positioned in a predetermined position relative to a longitudinal axis (L). The outsole element () is positioned on the sole () by using two projections ( ) that are carried by one or other of the sole () and the outsole element () and that locate in holes or cavities () defined by the other. Preferably, the projections () are carried by the outsole element () and locate in holes or cavities () defined by the sole (). The projections () may be integrally formed with the outsole element () or the sole (). Alternatively, they may be formed by injected pins, rivets, fasteners, t-nuts, or screws. 1. A base for a ski boot comprising a sole and an outsole element that is positioned in a predetermined position relative to a longitudinal axis of the sole by two projections that are carried by one or other of the sole and the outsole element and that locate in holes or cavities defined by the other.2. The base as claimed in claim 1 , wherein at least one of the projections is carried by the outsole element.3. The base as claimed in claim 1 , wherein both projections are earned by the outsole element and locate in holes or cavities defined by the sole.4. The base as claimed in claim 1 , wherein toe and heel outsole elements are provided that are each provided with at least two projections that locate into holes or cavities defined by toe and heel portions of the sole respectively.5. The base as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the projections are integrally formed with the outsole element.6. The base as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the projections are formed by injected pins claim 1 , rivets claim 1 , fasteners claim 1 , t-nuts claim 1 , or screws that are secured to the outsole element and that locate into the cavities or holes defined by due sole.7. The base as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the projections are formed by injected pins claim 1 , rivets claim 1 , fasteners claim 1 , t- ...

BASE FOR A SKI BOOT AND SKI BOOT INCORPORATING SUCH A BASE

A base () is provided for a ski boot () and comprises a one-piece sole () defining heel and toe portions () that is adapted to be secured to one or more outsole elements (). Preferably, toe and heel outsole elements () are bonded to the toe and heel portions () respectively to form a base () with a unitary construction. The sole () also has a fiber-reinforced composite structure wherein a majority of the fibers in at least a mid-section () of the sole () between the heel and toe portions ( ) are angled at an acute angle with respect to a longitudinal axis (L) of the sole (). Preferably, the mid-section () of the sole covers a position anatomically beneath the location of the metatarsal bones and the plantar arch of a person wearing the ski boot and a majority of the fibers in this mid-section () of the sole are angled at substantially ±45°±10° to the longitudinal axis (L) of the sole () and between 5% and 10% of the fibers in the mid-section () of the sole () are substantially aligned with the longitudinal axis of the sole at angles within ±20° of being parallel to the longitudinal axis (L) of the sole (). A ski boot () incorporating such a sole () is also provided. 1. A base for a ski boot comprising a one-piece sole defining heel and toe portions that is adapted to be secured to one or more outsole elements and that has a fiber-reinforced composite structure wherein a majority of the fibers in at least a mid-section of the sole between the heel and toe portions are angled at an acute angle with respect to a longitudinal axis of the sole.2. The base as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the mid-section of the sole covers a position anatomically beneath the location of the metatarsal bones and the plantar arch of a person wearing the ski boot.3. The base as claimed in claim 1 , wherein toe and heel outsole elements are bonded to the toe and heel portions of the sole respectively to form a unitary construction.4. The base as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a majority of the ...

SKI BOOT

A ski boot includes a shell and a cuff which is hinged on the shell so as to rotate about a first axis substantially perpendicular to the center-plane of the boot. The ski boot is provided with a cuff locking device which includes: a fixing plate which is located on the shell substantially at the heel of the boot and is provided with a projecting pin which protrudes from the shell while remaining coaxial to a third axis which substantially lies on the center-plane of the boot, and is tilted with respect to the vertical by an angle from 60° to 90°; and a connecting arm which, in the area above the heel of the boot, extends astride between the rear part of the cuff and the fixing plate, while remaining on a lying plane substantially perpendicular to said first axis. 2. Ski boot according to claim 1 , characterised in that the lower end of the connecting arm is provided with a slot or eyelet which is shaped so as to be engaged in an axially rotatable and sliding manner by said projecting pin claim 1 , so as to constrain the connecting arm to the fixing plate with the sole possibility of freely rotating with respect to the fixing plate about the projecting pin.3. Ski boot according to claim 2 , characterised in that the projecting pin has a substantially circular section claim 2 , and the slot or eyelet has a circular section substantially complementary to that of said projecting pin.4. Ski boot according to claim 1 , characterised in that the cuff locking device also comprises a manually-operated arm lifting mechanism which is structured so as to selectively and alternatively arrange the connecting arm in a totally lowered position in which the lower end of the connecting arm is fitted/inserted on the projecting pin of the fixing plate claim 1 , so as to prevent any swinging of the cuff on the shell about said first axis; and in a totally lifted position in which the lower end of the connecting arm is completely extracted and spaced from the projecting pin of the ...

SPORTS SHOE ABLE TO COOPERATE WITH A BINDING DEVICE ATTACHED TO A SLIDING BOARD

Sports shoe () having a strap () able to pass over the top of a foot or able to pass over an instep, and at least one securing means (), the strap including a first free end (A) connected to the at least one securing means () and a second free end (B) connected to the at least one securing means (), the at least one securing means () being able to collaborate with a binding device () attached to a sliding board () so as to transmit a force at least downwards onto the first free end (A) and onto the second free end (B) of the strap (). 1. Sports shoe , comprising:a strap adapted to pass over the top of a foot or to pass over an instep, andat least one securing means,wherein the strap comprises a first free end and a second free end, at least one of the two free ends being connected to the at least one securing means,the at least one securing means being adapted to move with respect to the rest of the shoe and to collaborate with a binding device attached to a sliding board so as to transmit a force at least downwards onto at least one selected from the group consisting of the first free end and the second free end of the strap.2. Sports shoe according to claim 1 , wherein each of the two free ends is connected to a separate securing means claim 1 , each of the two securing means being movable with respect to the rest of the shoe.3. Sports shoe according to claim 1 , wherein the strap is mounted with the ability to slide with respect to an upper of the shoe.4. Sports shoe according to claim 1 , comprising a guide slot claim 1 , the at least one securing means being mounted with the ability to slide in the guide slot.5. Sports shoe according to claim 1 , comprising a lateral part at least partially covering the strap.6. Sports shoe according to claim 1 , comprising a first securing means attached firmly to the first free end of the strap claim 1 , and a second securing means attached securely to the second free end of the strap.7. Sports shoe according to claim 1 , ...

Shoe for a ski boot and related production method

A shoe for ski boots, including a breathable portion with a first outer layer, suitable to interface with an inner wall of an associable ski boot, and a second inner layer, at least partially overlapped and fastened to the first outer layer, said layers being at least partially pierced and comprising through holes through the same layers is provided. Advantageously, at overlapped portions of the first and second layer, the relevant holes, of the first and second layer are aligned with each other to completely pass through the succession of said layers of the breathable portion. At an inner side of the shoe, the shoe comprises a waterproofing portion shaped to allow the exit of vapour or water towards the outside of the shoe and of the containment volume and so as to prevent the entry of water or vapour from the outside of the shoe within said containment volume.

WINDING DEVICE

It is an object of the present invention to provide a winding device that can correctly and separately rotate and drive two winding units by changing a rotation direction of a handle. The present invention is a winding device () including a first rotation shaft () that rotates and drives a first string winding unit (D), a second rotation shaft () arranged coaxially with the first rotation shaft () to rotate and drive a second string winding unit (D), a first gear (G) coupled to the first rotation shaft (), a second gear (G) coupled to the second rotation shaft (), a sliding gear member () arranged between the first and second gears (G, G) and including a third gear (G) and a fourth gear (G) respectively engaged with the first gear (G) and the second gear (G), a handle () including a gear accommodation portion () that accommodates the first to fourth gears (G to G), an inclined groove () formed in an inner surface of the gear accommodation portion (), and an engagement projection () that is formed on an outer surface of the sliding gear member (), engages the inclined groove (), and is slidable in the inclined groove (). 1. A winding device comprising:a first rotation shaft that rotates and drives a first string winding unit;a second rotation shaft arranged coaxially with the first rotation shaft to rotate and drive a second string winding unit;a first gear coupled to the first rotation shaft;a second gear coupled to the second rotation shaft and located at a position opposing the first gear and spaced apart from the first gear;a sliding gear member arranged between the first and second gears and including a third gear and a fourth gear respectively engaged with the first gear and the second gear;a handle including a gear accommodation portion that accommodates the first gear, the second gear, and the sliding gear member;an inclined groove formed in an inner surface of the gear accommodation portion; andan engagement projection formed on an outer surface of the ...

PERFORMANCE MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EDGING SPORTS

A performance monitoring system and method for edging or near-edging sports includes a pair of measurement apparatus associated with each foot or of an athlete. Each measurement apparatus includes at least one sensor, adapted to cooperate with the corresponding foot or boot and the corresponding surface-engaging equipment to measure and provide at least force data exerted on said surface-engaging equipment. A data receiver cooperates with each sensor to receive said data and to communicate said data to a data processor. The data processor is adapted to determine from said data, for each sensor, at least the following derived characteristics: force over time, a peak force, delta time, and corresponding explosiveness. Feedback of the characteristics is provided to a user. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. (canceled)16. (canceled)17. (canceled)18. (canceled)19. (canceled)20. (canceled)21. (canceled)22. (canceled)23. (canceled)24. (canceled)25. (canceled)26. (canceled)27. (canceled)28. (canceled)29. (canceled)30. (canceled)31. (canceled)32. (canceled)33. (canceled)34. A method for performance monitoring for edging or near-edging sports in which a pair of foot-worn boots are coupled to corresponding surface-engaging equipment which is manipulated by a wearer of the boots to control engaging of one or more edges or near-edges of the surface-engaging equipment with the surface beneath the wearer , the method comprising:(a) providing a pair of measurement apparatus, one measurement apparatus of said pair of measurement apparatus associated with each boot of said pair of foot-worn boots, each measurement apparatus of said pair or measurement apparatus comprising at least one sensor, wherein said at least one sensor is adapted to cooperate with the corresponding said boot and the corresponding said surface-engaging ...

LACE GUIDE FOR FOOTWEAR

Articles of footwear (e.g., soft snowboard boots) that include low-profile lace guides that may provide closer and/or tighter wrapping of the quarters about the tongue are disclosed. The lace guide may have a lace channel adapted to guide a force from the lace upon tightening to provide leverage on the lace guide such that the edge of a quarter dives toward the tongue upon tightening of the lace. The lace guide may have a dogleg-shaped region such that a portion of the centerline running through an intermediate portion of the lace channel is disposed at a first height and a portion of the centerline running through the first end portion of the lace channel is disposed at a second height that is different from the first height. The lace guide may extend along a substantial length of a quarter, and thus, it may be beneficial for a single lace guide to have three or more openings configured to receive the lace. The lace guide may be configured and arranged on an article of footwear to protect the edges of the footwear quarters. The lace guide may also include one or more flex zones that increase the flexibility of the lace guide, and thus, the flexibility of the article of footwear. 1. A boot comprising:a medial side and a lateral side;a first quarter disposed at the medial side and a second quarter disposed at the lateral side;a tongue opening positioned between the first and second quarters;a tongue disposed within the tongue opening, each quarter having an edge adjacent the tongue;a lace adapted to draw the first and second quarters together upon tightening of the lace; anda lace guide disposed at the first quarter and guiding the lace, the lace guide having a lace channel adapted to guide a force from the lace upon tightening of the lace to provide leverage on the lace guide such that the edge of the first quarter dives toward the tongue upon tightening of the lace.2. The boot of claim 1 , wherein the lace channel comprises a first end portion claim 1 , a second ...

Method and Apparatus for Early Detection of Diabetic Foot Disorders by Analyzing Foot Temperature and Vertical and Shear Forces on Feet

A system for analysis of user gait and foot disorder intended to minimize risks ulceration and limb amputation associated with the uncontrolled increase of the foot temperature in persons with diabetes. This system comprises a motion, force and temperature sensors and a processing element configured to process motion algorithms, measure ground reaction force (GRF) and changes in foot temperature embedded in the footwear insoles in communication with a smartphone based analysis application using wireless radio interface. The analysis application processes data received from the footwear sensors, compares the results with set of criteria and rules, and if any of the predefined criteria is exceeded, provides alerts to the user and the remote medical supervisor. Additionally, the insoles may be equipped with a haptic actuators configured to determine the level of the user neuropathy by measuring vibration perception threshold (VPT) level. 1. A system for detecting foot disorders in diabetic subjects , wherein a subject may experience some loss of sensation in the subject's foot due to the subject being a diabetic , comprising: (1) a 3-axis accelerometer;', '(2) a 3-axis gyroscope;', '(3) a 3-axis magnetometer;', '(4) a plurality of force sensors;', '(5) a plurality of temperature sensors;', '(6) a haptic actuator;', '(7) a control microprocessor; and', '(8) a motion processing element, wherein the motion processing element obtains samples of sensor data produced by the accelerometer, the gyroscope, the magnetometer, the plurality of force sensors and the plurality of temperature sensors at a predetermined sample data rate; and wherein the motion processing element executes motion processing algorithms;', 'and wherein, at the end of sampling periods, motion processing information is assembled into a plurality of data packets, wherein the plurality of data packets include motion information including g-force, acceleration information, Euler Angles, Quaternion information ...

SKI BOOT

Ski boot comprising a rigid shell that is shaped so as to accommodate the foot of the user, and a rigid cuff that is shaped to as to surround the ankle of the user, and is pivotally jointed to the shell so as to be able to pivot about a rotation axis substantially perpendicular to the midplane of the boot; the shell comprising a substantially basin-shaped, rigid casing which is shaped so as to be able to accommodate therein the foot of the user, and a transversal stiffening insert which is embedded inside the bottom wall of the casing at the tarsophalangeal region of the sole of the foot, and is structured so as to emerge/surface on the outside of the rigid casing on opposite sides of the midplane of the boot, at the two lateral sides of the tip of the shell; the transversal stiffening insert being provided with two first conjugated coupling ends that surface on the outside of the rigid casing along the two lateral sides of the tip of the shell, on opposite sides of the midplane of the boot, and are structured so as to be engaged and clamped in an axially rotating manner about a transversal reference axis by the toe piece of the ski binding device, and of two second conjugated coupling ends that surface on the outside of the rigid casing along the two lateral sides of the tip of the shell, on opposite sides of the midplane of the boot, spaced beside said first conjugated coupling ends. 1. Ski boot comprising a rigid shell which is shaped so as to accommodate the foot of the user , and a rigid cuff which is shaped so as to surround the ankle of the user and is pivotally jointed to the shell so as to be able to pivot about a rotation axis (A) substantially perpendicular to a midplane of the boot;the shell comprising a substantially basin-shaped, rigid casing which is shaped so as to be able to accommodate therein the foot of the user; and a transversal stiffening insert which is embedded inside the bottom wall of the casing at the tarsophalangeal region of the sole of ...

Booties and footwear assemblies comprising seamless extensible film, and methods therefor

Waterproof, breathable socks, booties, shoe inserts, and footwear assemblies containing the shoe inserts are provided. The booties and shoe inserts may include a laminate comprising a seamless extensible film, such as a polyurethane film, and at least one textile. The bootie is suitable for a range of sizes and shoe shapes. The bootie may shrink to fit, or, alternatively, be stretched to fit, an asymmetrical last having a desired size to form a shoe insert. A bootie having a seamless extensible film eliminates the need to have multiple sizes of shoe inserts correlating to particular shoe sizes. In embodiments where the polyurethane film is seamless and continuous, the shoe insert eliminates the need for a waterproof seam tape, which is conventionally used to make shoe inserts waterproof. Methods of forming the socks, booties, and shoe inserts are also provided.

METHOD FOR PERMANENTLY WATERPROOFING FOOTWEAR

A method for waterproofing footwear (), the footwear () including an upper assembly () having an outer construction () and a sole (), includes providing a waterproof, breathable bootie () having a waterproof, breathable laminate construction, the waterproof, breathable laminate construction comprising a functional layer () and at least one textile layer (); inserting the waterproof, breathable bootie () into an inner space () of the outer construction () and the sole (), when the outer construction () and the sole () are in an assembled state; and fixing the waterproof, breathable bootie () in position in the inner space () of the outer construction () and the sole (). 1. A method comprising: 'wherein the waterproof, breathable laminate construction comprises a functional layer and at least one textile layer,', 'providing a waterproof, breathable bootie having a waterproof, breathable laminate construction,'} 'wherein the waterproof, breathable bootie is inserted into an inner space of the footwear, after the inner space of the footwear has been closed, and', 'inserting the waterproof, breathable bootie through a collar of a footwear'}permanently fixing the waterproof, breathable bootie in position in the inner space of the footwear by attaching the waterproof, breathable bootie to the footwear in a donning region of the footwear, andattaching the waterproof, breathable bootie to the footwear in at least one further attachment region of the footwear to permanently waterproof the footwear.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the inserting of the waterproof claim 1 , breathable bootie takes place after the inner space has been formed by an upper assembly of the footwear.3. A method according to claim 2 , wherein the inserting of the waterproof claim 2 , breathable bootie takes place after a sole of the footwear has been applied to the upper assembly claim 2 , orwherein the inserting of the waterproof, breathable bootie takes place; before a sole of the footwear ...

BOOT BAR

The present invention is directed to a ski boot accessory. The ski boot accessory may include a base member and a bar member attachable to the base member. The base member may be mounted to a ski boot. Further, the bar member may be shaped and oriented such that the bar member deflects slalom gates away from a skier's legs and/or body. Furthermore, the ski boot accessory may be made of plastic material, an alloy, and the like. 1. A ski boot accessory comprising:a base member for stably attaching a bar member to a ski boot with a first fastening means; anda substantially non-planar bar member coupled to the base member with a second fastening means and extending upward from the base member.2. The ski boot accessory of claim 1 , wherein the ski boot accessory is composed of at least one of: plastic claim 1 , a metal alloy claim 1 , a metal.3. The ski boot accessory of claim 2 , wherein the metal is steel.4. The ski boot accessory of claim 1 , wherein the fastening means is one of: threaded fasteners claim 1 , snap fit claim 1 , clamps claim 1 , rivets claim 1 , buckles claim 1 , zipper and grommets.5. A ski boot accessory comprising:a base member for stably attaching a bar member to a ski boot with a first fastening means; anda substantially non-planar bar member coupled to the base member with the first fastening means and extending upward from the base member.6. The ski boot accessory of claim 5 , wherein the base member includes a bar receiving area that is shaped to receive a corresponding shape of the bar member.7. The ski boot accessory of claim 6 , wherein the bar member interlocks with the base member.8. A method of directing a ski gate away from a skier comprising:attaching a gate deflecting bar member to a base member to form a boot bar;disposing the boot bar on an instep region of a ski boot; andsecuring the boot bar to the ski boot.9. The method of claim 8 , wherein the gate deflecting bar member comprises a non-planar shape. This application is a ...

SKATE WITH INJECTED BOOT FORM

A boot form for a hockey skate is made of multiple plastic materials having different hardness properties, or different flexural moduli, and is formed via an injection-molding process or another similar process. One or more of the plastic materials may be reinforced with fibers of glass, carbon, aramid, or another stiffening material to strengthen one or more regions of the boot form. For example, pellets of a first plastic material having a flexural modulus of approximately 190 MPa (e.g., a polyamide elastomer block amide) may be injected into a mold to form a softer upper region of the boot form. And pellets of a second plastic having a flexural modulus of approximately 20,000 MPa (e.g., a Nylon 12 with long glass fibers) may be injected into the mold to form a stiffer lower region of the boot form. Additional skate components may then be attached to the boot form. 1. A hockey skate , comprising:a boot form including a lower portion molded to an upper portion, with the lower portion comprising a first plastic material having a first flexural modulus, and the upper portion comprising a second plastic material having a second flexural modulus that is lower than the first flexural modulus; anda skate quarter attached to the upper portion of the boot form.2. The hockey skate of wherein the skate quarter is stitched to the upper portion of the boot form.3. The hockey skate of further comprising a flexible tab molded to a rear region of the boot form to which a tendon guard is attached.4. The hockey skate of wherein the first flexural modulus is approximately 4200 MPa claim 1 , and the second flexural modulus is approximately 2100 MPa.5. The hockey skate of wherein the first flexural modulus is approximately 20 claim 1 ,000 MPa claim 1 , and the second flexural modulus is approximately 190 MPa.6. The hockey skate of further comprising a flexible tab molded to an integral toe region of the boot form claim 1 , wherein a tongue is attached to the flexible tab.7. The hockey ...

PROCESSOR-CONTROLLED SNOW SPORT BOOT BINDING

Some aspects include a ski binding system using controllable electromagnets, alone or in combination with permanent magnets, as means of attaching or releasing a ski boot to a ski during use. Some aspects include a ski binding system using a controllable solenoid. In some aspects, microprocessor-based control releases binding electronically based on input from sensors located in binding, ski and/or boot, as well as in other equipment or clothing connected to them or to skier, or binding releases when a mechanical threshold is overcome. In some aspects, sensor data are recorded for analysis of system performance and for adjustment and improvement of system parameters based on data analytics. 1. Apparatus for use in releasably retaining a boot plate to a ski , the boot plate comprising a material attracted by a magnetic field , the apparatus comprising:a binding plate attachable to the ski, the binding plate including a surface to receive the boot plate and an electromagnet to receive electrical power and provide a magnetic force in response thereto to attract the boot plate to the surface of the binding plate.2. The apparatus of further comprising a control system coupled to the electromagnet.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the surface of the binding plate includes a raised portion.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the binding plate includes a plurality of electromagnets to receive electrical power and provide a magnetic force in response thereto to attract the boot plate to the surface of the binding plate.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the binding plate comprises a toe plate and a heel plate spaced apart from the toe plate claim 1 , wherein the toe plate includes the electromagnet and wherein the heel plates includes an electromagnet to receive electrical power and provide a negating magnetic force in response thereto to release the boot plate from the surface of the binding plate.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the surface of the binding ...

SNOWBOARD ACCESSORY

A snowboard accessory for engagement with a snowboard boot and a snowboard is described. The snowboard accessory includes a support pad including a top support pad surface and a bottom support pad surface. At least a portion of the support pad is magnetically active. The top support pad surface is configured for both magnetic and supporting engagement with at least a portion of a snowboard. An elongated anchoring strap extends laterally from the support pad and includes at least one strap end laterally spaced from the support pad. The elongate anchoring strap is removably attached to the bottom support pad surface. The at least one strap end is configured for securement to the snowboard boot. 1. A snowboard accessory for engagement with a snowboard boot and a snowboard , the snowboard accessory comprising:a support pad including a top support pad surface and a bottom support pad surface, at least a portion of the support pad being magnetically active, the top support pad surface being configured for both magnetic and physical supporting engagement with at least a portion of the snowboard; andan elongate anchoring strap extending laterally from the support pad and including at least one strap end laterally spaced from the support pad, the elongate anchoring strap being removably attached to the bottom support pad surface;wherein the at least one strap end is configured for securement to the snowboard boot.2. The snowboard accessory of claim 1 , wherein the top support pad surface includes a groove for selectively accepting claim 1 , and physically supporting claim 1 , at least a portion of the snowboard claim 1 , the groove resisting sliding of the snowboard laterally relative to the top support pad surface.3. The snowboard accessory of claim 1 , wherein the elongate anchoring strap is configured to extend over a tongue of the snowboard boot claim 1 , and the at least one strap end is configured to extend laterally from the support pad claim 1 , each of the at least ...

Process for producing a hollow item by injection- moulding and object obtained by using said process

A process of producing a hollow item by injection-moulding thermoplastic material, which has a rigid external shell and at least one soft internal portion, which uses a mould comprising a matrix, a first semi-mould including a first cavity and a second semi-mould including a second cavity counter-shaped to the matrix to reproduce a respective semi-shell of said rigid external shell. The process includes the phases of positioning at least one insert made of a soft material, constituting the soft internal portion, on the matrix; covering the insert with a connecting layer; hermetically sealing the first and second semi-moulds onto the matrix along the edges of the cavities; injecting into the space between the cavities and the connecting layer a thermoplastic material that forms the rigid external shell to create a permanent connection of the soft insert to the shell. The connecting layer substantially retains the characteristics of the soft insert.

SINGLE-PULL TIGHTENED SNOWSHOE BINDING

A single-pull tightened snowshoe binding is provided, the binding comprising: a sole plate configured to be hingedly interconnected to a snowshoe; a toe cap interconnected with the sole plate with a first anterior strap and a second anterior strap, wherein the anterior straps are configured to wrap around the lateral aspects of a toe box of a shoe inserted within the snowshoe binding, and wherein the toe cap is configured to interface with a top aspect of the shoe; a first lateral strap extending outward from the sole plate, wherein the first lateral strap is configured to wrap upward along a lateral aspect of the shoe and extend toward a posterior aspect of the shoe; a second lateral strap extending outward from the sole plate, wherein the second lateral strap is configured to wrap upward along a lateral aspect of a shoe and extend toward the posterior aspect of the snowshoe binding; a first tightening strap having a first end and a second end, the first end of the first tightening strap interconnected to a posterior aspect of the toe cap, the first tightening strap slideably interconnected with the distal end of the first lateral strap, wherein the second end of the first tightening strap is configured to span around the posterior aspect of the shoe; a second tightening strap having a first end and a second end, the first end of the second tightening strap interconnected to a posterior aspect of the toe cap, the second tightening strap slideably interconnected with the distal end of the second lateral strap, wherein the second end of the second tightening strap is configured to span around the posterior aspect of the shoe; the second ends of the first and second tightening straps interconnected by a strap tightening mechanism; wherein tightening of the first and second tightening straps simultaneously retracts the toe cap toward the sole plate, retracts the first and second lateral straps upward along a lateral aspect of a shoe inserted in the binding, and biases ...

SKI BINDING PLATE

A ski binding device having a plate adapted to engage the ski binding, in which the plate has a heel end and a toe end, and a heel absorption mechanism is adapted to absorb excessive lateral pivoting force from the heel of a ski boot. A restrictor biases the heel into engagement with a heel receptacle. A dual pivot engages the toe end of the plate for permitting both downward movement of the heel end and lateral movement of the heel end out of alignment with the ski. The lateral pivoting force corresponds to release of potentially harmful forces. The restrictor is responsive to upward force from the toe end, as results from disproportionate backweighting of a skier. The restrictor disengages the heel end from the heel receptacle based on a predetermined release force, and permit lateral outward displacement of the heel end upon disengagement of the heel. 1. A ski binding device , comprising:a boot pivot adapted to permit pivotal movement of a ski boot relative to a top surface of a ski, the boot having a heel and a toe;a restrictor operable to restrict lateral movement of the boot until a predetermined pivot displacement has been attained; anda toe pivot for allowing pivotal movement of the heel of the boot following displacement of the toe beyond the predetermined pivot displacement while maintaining attachment to the ski.2. The method of wherein the restrictor is configured to release the boot for outward pivot of the heel around the toe upon sufficient pivotal movement of the toe relative to the heel.3. The method of wherein the outward pivot is centered on a toe pivot claim 2 , the toe pivot configured to permit upward displacement and release of the heel while remaining attached at the toe.4. The method of wherein the backweighting is detectable from pivotal displacement of the boot heel relative to the boot toe.5. The method of wherein the restrictor further comprise a backweighting threshold claim 1 , the restrictor adapted to detect a backweighting in excess ...

Socks and other footwear with enhanced features

A sock and/or outer footwear having one or more portions with reduced frictional characteristics. One or more of the heel portion, the arch portion and the ball portion of the sock and/or interior of the outer footwear is fabricated with one or more fibers having the reduced frictional characteristics. The reduced frictional characteristics are established with the one or more low-friction fibers that are integrated with fibers having additional complementary characteristics of thermal regulation and moisture management. The provision of reduced frictional characteristics in one or more of the heel, arch and ball facilitates insertion of a foot into footwear.

SKI BOOT DYNAMIC SUPPORT STRAP

In one example, a ski boot dynamic support strap includes a band configured to be connected to a ski boot, and a restraint element configured to be connected to the band. The restraint element includes a wall having an upper edge, and a lip that is connected to the upper edge of the wall and extends away from the wall. The lip and the wall collectively form an engagement portion that includes an undercut area, and the engagement portion is sized and configured to accommodate a portion of an upper edge of a tongue of a ski boot liner in the undercut area. 1. A ski boot dynamic support strap , comprising:a band configured to be connected to a ski boot; anda restraint element configured to be connected to the band, the restraint element comprising:a wall having an upper edge; anda lip that is connected to the upper edge of the wall and extends away from the wall, the lip and the wall collectively comprising an engagement portion that includes an undercut area, and the engagement portion is sized and configured to accommodate a portion of an upper edge of a tongue of a ski boot liner in the undercut area.2. The ski boot dynamic support strap as recited in claim 1 , wherein the band includes an elastic portion and a closure.3. The ski boot dynamic support strap as recited in claim 1 , wherein the restraint element has a unified single piece construction.4. The ski dynamic support strap as recited in claim 1 , wherein the restraint element is made of one or more synthetic materials.5. The ski boot dynamic support strap as recited in claim 1 , wherein a body of the restraint element has a curved shape.6. The ski boot dynamic support strap as recited in claim 1 , wherein the restraint element further comprises:a first downwardly extending wing disposed on a first side of the restraint element; anda second downwardly extending wing on a second side of the restraint element.7. The ski boot dynamic support strap as recited in claim 1 , wherein the restraint element further ...

SPORTS FOOTWEAR PROVIDED WITH AN ADJUSTABLE REAR SPOILER

Sports footwear, in particular to a ski boot, having an adjustable rear spoiler is provided. The spoiler is connected by respective connecting elements to the side elements attached to or integral with the cuff of the sports footwear and the distance of the connecting elements from each other can be adjusted by acting on a single, common adjusting device. Thus, adjustment of the volume inside the cuff, which receives the ankle and the lower portion of the calf of a user, takes place in an extremely simple and quick manner and without the risk of asymmetries in the adjustment. 1. A sports footwear , of the type comprising a cuff intended to surround and wrap , at least partially , the calf of a user , the footwear further comprising a spoiler adapted to be positioned between a pair of side elements attached to or integral with the cuff and connected to the side elements by means of respective connecting elements , wherein the distance of the connecting elements from each other can be varied and wherein the spoiler also comprises a single adjusting device , the adjusting device being connected to both connecting elements by means of respective linking means.2. The sports footwear of claim 1 , wherein the adjusting device acts simultaneously on both connecting elements by means of the respective linking means.3. The sports footwear of claim 1 , wherein the adjusting device acts selectively on one and/or the other of the connecting elements by means of the respective linking means.4. The sports footwear of claim 1 , wherein the linking means connecting the adjusting device to the connecting elements are mechanical linking means.5. The sports footwear of claim 1 , wherein a middle longitudinal line is defined in the spoiler and the distance of the connecting elements from the middle longitudinal line can be varied by the adjusting device.6. The sports footwear of claim 5 , wherein the distance of both connecting elements from the middle longitudinal line can be varied ...

Ski boot accessory

A ski boot accessory includes a multi-piece body adaptable to mate with the sole of a range of sizes of ski boots via an adjustment mechanism, wherein the bottom surface of the multi-piece body provides a walking surface including a first sloping surface located at a heel portion of the walking surface and a second sloping surface located at a toe portion of the walking surface.

UPPER FOR A SHOE

An upper for a shoe, in particular a sports shoe, includes at least one tape covering at least 50% of the upper. At least one tape portion includes a plurality of connected tapes. A further aspect relates to an upper for a shoe, in particular a sports shoe, including at least one tape portion including a plurality of connected tapes. In some connected tapes, the tapes are zig-zag stitched to each other on their edges. 1. An upper for a shoe comprising:a. at least one tape portion covering at least 50% of the upper;b. wherein the at least one tape portion comprises a plurality of connected tapes.2. The upper of claim 1 , wherein the tapes are connected by gluing claim 1 , welding claim 1 , or zig-zag stitching to each other on their edges.3. An upper for a shoe claim 1 , in particular a sports shoe claim 1 , comprisinga. at least one tape portion including a plurality of connected tapes,b. wherein the tapes are zig-zag stitched to each other on their edges.4. The upper of claim 3 , wherein the at least one tape portion covers at least 50% of the upper.5. The upper of claim 3 , wherein each tape comprises essentially parallel edges.6. The upper of claim 3 , wherein at least two tapes overlap each other.7. The upper of claim 3 , wherein the tape portion extends in an instep part of the upper.8. The upper of claim 3 , wherein the tape portion extends from a medial edge of the upper to a lateral edge of the upper.9. The upper of claim 3 , wherein the tape portion is configured to extend below a user's foot when the shoe is worn.10. The upper of claim 3 , wherein the at least one tape portion is arranged in a heel part of the upper and encompasses the heel part.11. The upper of claim 3 , wherein the tape portion comprises at least two tapes connected to each other with an angle between 10° to 90°.12. The upper of claim 3 , wherein the tape portion comprises a plurality of essentially parallel tapes.13. The upper of claim 3 , further comprising a first tape section with a ...

Ski Exercise Apparatus

A method for using a ski exercise machine involves steps for putting on a pair of ski boots, stepping onto a pair of foot pads on the ski exercise machine one at a time, the foot pads implemented on a carriage rolling on arcuate rails, engaging a rearward portion of the sole of each ski boot in each foot pad beneath a heel retainer plate as a part of each foot pad, such that the heel portion of the ski boot is constrained vertically, placing the toe of each ski boot behind an adjustable toe stop on each foot pad such that the ski boot is constrained from moving forward in the foot pad, but the toe is not constrained vertically, and grasping a hand rail as part of the ski exercising apparatus and urging the carriage side to side on the arcuate rails, simulating skiing activity. 1. A method , comprising:putting on a pair of ski boots by a person seeking to exercise on a ski exercise machine;stepping onto a pair of foot pads on the ski exercise machine one at a time, the foot pads implemented on a carriage rolling on arcuate rails;engaging a rearward portion of the sole of each ski boot in each foot pad beneath a heel retainer plate as a part of each foot pad, such that the heel portion of the ski boot is constrained vertically;placing the toe of each ski boot behind an adjustable toe stop on each foot pad such that the ski boot is constrained from moving forward in the foot pad, but the toe is not constrained vertically; andgrasping a hand rail as part of the ski exercising machine and urging the carriage side to side on the arcuate rails, simulating skiing activity.2. The method of wherein the person adjusts position of the adjustable toe stop prior to mounting the ski exercise machine to exercise.3. The method of wherein the person claim 1 , having exercised on the ski exercise machine claim 1 , lifts the toes of the ski boots above the toe stops one at a time claim 1 , slides the boots forward one at a time claim 1 , disengaging the sole portion from under the heel ...

SKI BOOT DEVICE

Ski boot device for ski boots (). Ski boots have a front sole section () with a front interaction surface associated with binding and releasing from a front ski binding, and a rear sole section (), in a common plane (), with a rear interaction surface associated with binding and releasing from a rear ski binding. The ski boot device of the present invention is attached to the ski boot and comprises a toe portion formed and attached to the ski boot sole () without interfering with the front interaction surface during binding or releasing, a heel portion formed and attached to the heel () of the ski boot without interfering with the rear interaction surface during binding or releasing; and a support portion (A, B) provided intermediate the toe portion and heel portion and having a shaped profile which extends below the common plane and provides a contact surface during walking. 119-. (canceled)20. A ski boot device wearable with a ski boot during both skiing and walking , wherein the ski boot has a front sole section and a rear sole section in a generally common plane , wherein the front sole section includes a front interaction surface associated with binding and releasing from a front ski binding and the rear sole section includes a rear interaction surface associated with binding and releasing from a rear ski binding , the ski boot device comprising a toe portion for attachment to the front of the ski boot and formed to attach without interfering with the front interaction surface during binding or releasing;a heel portion for attachment to the rear of the ski boot and formed to attach without interfering with the rear interaction surface during binding or releasing; anda support portion provided intermediate the toe portion and heel portion and having a shaped profile which extends below said generally common plane and provides a contact surface during walking with the ski boot device attached to the ski boot.21. A ski boot device as claimed in claim 20 , wherein ...

Ski boot

A ski boot comprising: a rigid shell which is shaped so as to accommodate the foot of the user, and has a lower part structured to be able to couple to a ski binding device; a rigid cuff which is shaped so as to enclose the lower part of the leg of the user, and is pivotally joined to the shell so as to be able to swing about a rotation axis substantially perpendicular to the midplane of the boot; and a cuff locking device which is located on the cuff and is selectively adapted to rigidly connect the cuff to the shell to prevent the cuff from swinging on the shell; the cuff locking device, in turn, comprising a movable arm which is pivotally joined to the cuff so as to be able to rotate to and from a locking position in which the movable arm extends downwards and arranges its distal end in abutment on an anchorage structure present on said shell, and an elastic assembly which is adapted to bring and elastically retain the movable arm in the locking position, and which basically consists of a telescopic stem that lies substantially on the rotation plane of the movable arm and is interposed between the movable arm and a fixed point on the cuff, and of an elastic opposing member that is fitted on the telescopic stem, and acts on the telescopic stem so as to bring and elastically maintain the telescopic stem in a maximum extension configuration.

ADAPTABLE SPORTS FOOTWEAR

A boot adapted for the practice of a sporting activity using a gliding or rolling apparatus, in which the heel of the boot is free during movement of the foot, the front end of the boot being provided with an element for fastening to the apparatus. The boot includes a base and an adaptation structure having a first portion to be fixed in a front zone of the base, and a second portion to be fixed in a rear zone of the base, each of which can be removably fixed. 1. A boot structured and arranged for the practice of a sporting activity using a gliding or rolling apparatus and a binding device for fastening a front end of the boot to the apparatus while the heel of the boot is free during movement of the boot , the boot comprising:a base having a front zone and a rear zone;adaptation structure comprising a first portion to be fixed in relation to the front zone of the base of the boot, and a second portion to be fixed in a rear zone of the base of the boot;each of the first and second portions of the adaptation structures being structured and arranged to be removably fixed in relation to the base.2. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:the first portion and the second portion of the adaptation structure is not affixed to or dissociated from one another when neither of the first and second portions is fixed to the base of the boot.3. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:the first portion and the second portion of the adaptation structure is affixed to one another when neither one is fixed to the base of the boot.4. A boot according to claim 3 , wherein:the first portion and the second portion are connected by a flexible blade.5. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:a first type of contact interface has only a single longitudinal rib, each of the first and second portions of the adaptation structure comprising a longitudinal groove structured and arranged to receive at least a portion of the single longitudinal rib.6. A boot according to claim 1 , wherein:a second type ...

RELEASABLE BOOT AND BINDING ASSEMBLY FOR VARIOUS SPORTS

Provided herein are various embodiments for a boot for releasable engagement with a binding having a downwardly facing ledge and a toe strap. The boot preferably contains a sole, a toe portion, and a heel portion. The boot preferably also contains a heel retaining device extending rearwardly from the heel portion of the boot and having an upwardly facing engagement surface at the top of the device which engages with the downwardly facing ledge of the binding to prevent vertical movement of the boot relative to the binding while allowing forward horizontal movement of the boot relative to the binding. 1. A boot for releasable engagement with a binding having a downwardly facing ledge and a toe strap , the boot comprising:a boot having a sole, a toe portion, and a heel portion; anda heel retaining device extending rearwardly from the heel portion of the boot and having an upwardly facing engagement surface at the top of the device which engages with the downwardly facing ledge of the binding to prevent vertical movement of the boot relative to the binding while allowing forward horizontal movement of the boot relative to the binding.2. The boot of wherein:the engagement surface does not move relative to the boot.3. The boot of wherein the heel retaining device comprises:an interior plate which has a flat portion that is inside the boot and a central portion which is accessible from outside the boot; anda wedge that is attached to the interior plate and provides the upwardly facing engagement surface at a top portion of the wedge.4. The boot of further comprising:a transition portion near a bottom portion of the wedge which begins with a small cross-sectional thickness at the bottom and increases in cross-sectional thickness as it extends upwardly towards the engagement surface.5. A boot for releasable engagement with a binding having a downwardly facing ledge and a toe strap claim 3 , the boot comprising:a boot having a sole, a toe portion, and a heel portion; anda ...

Sports footwear with adjustable bending

A bending base of a footwear element provided for the practice of a sporting activity using a gliding or rolling apparatus, comprising structure for removably fixing the footwear element in relation to this base, the base having flexibility along the length of the foot, and structure for removably fixing, against the base, at least one element for fastening to the apparatus.

SPORT BOOT

An example sport boot includes at least one terminator provided in a cavity formed in a base of the sport boot. A first cable having a first end terminating in a first receptacle of the at least one terminator extends out of a first side of the base of the sport boot, around a foot portion of the sport boot and into a second side of the base of the sport boot. A second end of the first cable terminates in a second receptacle of the at least one terminator. A second cable having a first end terminating in a third receptacle of the at least one terminator extends out of a rear side of the base of the sport boot and is attached to a handle mounted on the rear (cuff) portion of the sport boot. 1. A sport boot comprising:at least one terminator provided in a cavity formed in a base of the sport boot;a first cable having a first end terminating in a first receptacle of the at least one terminator, the first cable extending out of a first side of the base of the sport boot, around a foot portion of the sport boot and into a second side of the base of the sport boot, and a second end of the first cable terminating in a second receptacle of the at least one terminator; anda second cable having a first end terminating in a third receptacle of the at least one terminator, the second cable extending out of a rear side of the base of the sport boot and attached to a handle mounted on the rear portion of the sport boot.2. The sport boot of claim 1 , further comprising:a second terminator provided in the cavity formed in the base of the sport boot;a third cable having a first end terminating in a first receptacle of the second terminator, the third cable extending out of the first side of the base of the sport boot, around the foot portion of the sport boot and into the second side of the base of the sport boot, and a second end of the third cable terminating in a second receptacle of the second terminator; anda fourth cable having a first end terminating in a third receptacle of ...

Article Of Footwear With Adjustable Stiffness

An article of footwear with adjustable stiffness is provided. The article of footwear in the form of a snowboard boot is provided with adjustable tensioning systems that are disposed on either side of an inner liner of the snowboard boot. The adjustable tensioning system includes a comb body structure having flex portions made of a plurality of extending fingers with a flexibility that can be controlled by the adjustable tensioning system. Depending on the level of tension applied by the tensioning system, or lack thereof, a range of flex profiles having varying amounts of stiffness are available to the wearer to adjust the overall stiffness of the snowboard boot. 1. An article of footwear comprising:an outer shell, the outer shell including an upper and a sole structure;an inner liner, the inner liner being configured to be removably inserted within an interior of the outer shell;an adjustable tensioning system disposed on at least one of a lateral side and a medial side of the inner liner;the adjustable tensioning system including a tensioning element disposed through a body structure and a tension control device attached to the tensioning element; andwherein the tension control element is configured to adjust tension applied to the tensioning element so as to adjust a stiffness of the body structure.2. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein the tension control device comprises a reel device.3. The article of footwear according to claim 2 , wherein the tensioning element comprises a tensioning cable that is wound by the reel device to adjust the tension.4. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein the body structure comprises a comb body structure including a plurality of extending finger members.5. The article of footwear according to claim 4 , wherein the plurality of extending finger members is integrally formed with the comb body structure; andwherein each individual finger member of the plurality of extending finger members is ...

Article Of Footwear With Customizable Stiffness

An article of footwear with customizable stiffness is provided. The article of footwear in the form of a snowboard boot is provided with stiffness elements that are inserted within retaining enclosures disposed on either side of an inner liner of the snowboard boot. Depending on the level of stiffness of the stiffener element, or lack thereof, different flex profiles having varying degrees of stiffness are available to the wearer to customize the stiffness of the snowboard boot when secured within a binding. A kit of parts is also disclosed that includes a pair of boots and two sets of interchangeable stiffener inserts to allow a wearer to customize the stiffness of the boots as desired. 1. A method of customizing a stiffness of an article of footwear , comprising:inserting an inner liner within an interior of an outer shell, the outer shell including an upper and a sole structure;removing the inner liner from the interior of the outer shell, the inner liner including an upper liner portion and a lower liner portion;inserting a first end of a stiffener element within a first retaining enclosure comprising a first securing end and a first receiving end disposed on the upper liner portion of the inner liner;inserting an opposite second end of the stiffener element within a second retaining enclosure comprising a second securing end and a second receiving end, wherein the second retaining enclosure is disposed across at least a portion of the upper liner portion and a portion of the lower liner portion, the second retaining enclosure being disposed beneath the first retaining enclosure;wherein the first end of the stiffener element is shaped approximately the same as the first securing end;wherein the opposite second end is shaped approximately the same as the second securing end;wherein the stiffener element has an oval shape with concavity on one side, and wherein the first end and the opposite second end are curved; andthe first retaining enclosure and the second ...

SOFTBOOTS AND WATERPROOF/BREATHABLE MOISTURE TRANSFER COMPOSITE AND LINER FOR IN-LINE SKATES, ICE-SKATES, HOCKEY SKATES, SNOWBOARD BOOTS, ALPINE BOOTS, HIKING BOOTS AND THE LIKE

The soft boot and liner includes moisture transfer system that includes an inner fabric layer carefully selected from technically advanced fabrics. A series of layers are provided outside the inner liner including foam material layers, spacer fabrics and breathable membranes, in various orders. Encapsulation technology and waterproofing are used as well. The outer fabric layer is also capable of working with the other layers to promote the transfer of moisture. Frothed foams and flocking with fibers are further characteristics of the present invention. The moisture transfer system is incorporated into a soft boot or skate or as a removable liner for a shell boot. Numerous other modifications and applications are disclosed. 1. A composite soft-shell , removable alpine or snowboard boot liner product comprising:a first layer comprised of breathable, moisture transferring, lining material including shaped, multi-grooved, channeled and wool fibers;a second layer comprised of a breathable, moisture transferring and absorbent, open-cell, anti-microbial, punctured or perforated foam material backed by a breathable, moisture transferring, nonwoven material containing shaped, multi-grooved and channeled fibers;a third layer comprised of a breathable, moldable spacer material;a fourth layer comprised of a water resistant, exterior, synthetic, stretchable, soft-shell material.2. A composite soft-shell claim 1 , removable alpine or snowboard boot liner product according to claim 1 , wherein at least one or more of the layers or seams thereof are attached by adhesive bonding.3. A composite soft-shell claim 1 , removable alpine or snowboard boot liner product according to claim 1 , wherein the spacer material is a moldable three-dimensional knitted construction.4. A composite soft-shell claim 1 , removable alpine or snowboard boot liner product according to claim 1 , wherein the moldable spacer fabric is an anti-microbial claim 1 , punctured or perforated claim 1 , open-cell foam ...

SKI BOOT, IN PARTICULAR BOOT FOR SKI TOURING

A ski boot is provided of the type comprising a substantially soft inner liner, a substantially rigid outer shell and a cuff articulated to the shell, and further comprising a spoiler articulated to the shell and arranged between the inner liner and the cuff. The ski boot comprises a locking device for selectively allowing or preventing rotation of the cuff relative to the shell and, at the same time, for selectively allowing or preventing the movements of the spoiler relative to the cuff, and consequently also relative to the shell. 1. A ski boot , comprising an inner liner and an outer shell , further comprising a cuff , which is pivotally connected to the outer shell , and further comprising a spoiler , which is pivotally connected to the outer shell and is arranged between the inner liner and the cuff , wherein the ski boot further comprises a locking device comprising a driving element which is switchable between a first position , in which the locking device is in a configuration in which the shell and the cuff are disengaged from each other , and a second position , in which the locking device is in a configuration in which the shell and the cuff are engaged with each other , wherein the locking device is designed so that when the driving element is in the first position , the locking device is in a configuration in which also the cuff and the spoiler are disengaged from each other , and when the driving element is in the second position , the locking device is in a configuration in which also the cuff and the spoiler are engaged with each other.2. The ski boot of claim 1 , wherein the locking device comprises a first engaging element claim 1 , which is integral with or connected to said shell claim 1 , and a second engaging element claim 1 , which is integral with or connected to said cuff and which is designed for cooperating with the first engaging element claim 1 , and wherein when the driving element is in the first position claim 1 , the first and ...

Breathable Footwear, in Particular for Applications to Ski Boots and/or Sports Shoes, and Related Production Method

Breathable footwear comprising a waterproofing and breathable portion, at least partially closed so as to identify a containment volume for a foot, wherein the waterproofing and breathable portion is shaped to allow the escape of water or vapour to the outside of the footwear and of the containment volume and to prevent the entry of water or vapour coming from the outside, an upper arranged to cover said waterproofing and breathable portion, wherein the upper is at least partially perforated to facilitate the escape of water or vapour from the waterproofing and breathable portion. The waterproofing and breathable portion is mechanically connected to the upper by means of at least one tape, comprising at least a first flap attached to the waterproofing and breathable portion by means of gluing or heat welding, and comprising at least a second flap fixed to the upper by means of gluing, thermo-forming or sewing. 1. Breathable footwear , in particular for applications to ski boots , off-track ski boots , telemark , snow board as well as sports shoes in general , comprising:a waterproofing and breathable portion, at least partially closed so as to identify a containment volume for a foot of a user, wherein the waterproofing and breathable portion is shaped so as to allow the escape of water or vapour to the outside of the footwear and the containment volume and so as to prevent the entry of water or vapour coming from the outside of the footwear inside said containment volume,an upper positioned so to cover said waterproofing and breathable portion, wherein the upper is at least partially perforated to facilitate the escape of water or vapour from the waterproofing and breathable portion, characterised in thatthe waterproofing and breathable portion is mechanically connected to the upper by means of at least one tape, comprising at least a first flap attached to the waterproofing and breathable portion by means of gluing or heat welding, and comprising at least a second ...

Sport-boot pressure monitor and method of use

A sport-boot pressure monitoring system and method of use. The system includes a left boot sensor having a left flexible fluid-containing bladder shaped to fit between a user's left leg and an interior surface of a left boot worn by the user and a left pressure sense element in pressure-sensing communication with the left flexible fluid-containing bladder, a right boot sensor that is similar to the left one, and a controller to provide a pressure alert if pressure between one of the user's legs and the interior surface of the boot worn on that leg violates a predetermined pressure threshold and to provide a proximity alert if a distance between the left and right boots violates a predetermined proximity threshold.

Article of Footwear for Snowboarding

An article of footwear for use in sporting activities such as snowboarding is disclosed. The article of footwear can include a flex notch and a coupled lace loop design. The article can further include an internal harness to enhance stability of the foot. The article can also include a threading layer configured to strengthen the upper and a corresponding connecting layer to bond the threading layer to the upper and to provide protection to other areas of the upper. 1. An article of footwear , comprising:an upper comprising a lower portion corresponding to a foot and an upper portion corresponding to an ankle of the foot;a lacing region extending through the lower portion and the upper portion;a flex notch extending from the lacing region towards a heel portion of the upper;an elastic portion extending through a portion of the lacing region; andwherein the elastic portion extends between a first edge and a second edge of the flex notch.2. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein the elastic portion is attached to the upper at the first edge and the second edge.3. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein the flex notch has an approximately triangular shape.4. The article of footwear according to claim 3 , wherein the first edge and the second edge meet at a vertex and wherein the first edge and the second edge form an acute angle at the vertex.5. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein the lacing region includes a first end portion disposed adjacent to a forefoot portion of the upper and a second end portion disposed adjacent to a midfoot portion of the upper and wherein the elastic portion extends through the first end portion and the second end portion.6. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein the first edge of the flex notch is associated with the upper portion of the upper and wherein the second edge of the flex notch is associated with the lower portion of the upper.7. An article of footwear claim 1 , ...

CONVERTIBLE TRAVEL BAG FOR BOOTS

A convertible travel bag includes a first compartment, a second compartment rotatably coupled to the first compartment, and a third compartment rotatably coupled to the first compartment. The second compartment and the third compartment are rotatable between a backpack mode and a side-carry mode. In the backpack mode, the first compartment is positioned between the second compartment and the third compartment, and in the side-carry mode, the first compartment is longitudinally in line with both the second compartment and the third compartment. 1. A convertible travel bag comprising:a first compartment comprising a first side panel, an opposite second side panel, and a front panel;a second compartment rotatably coupled to the first compartment and comprising a first side panel and an opposite second side panel;a third compartment rotatably coupled to the first compartment and comprising a first side panel and an opposite second side panel; wherein in the backpack mode, the first side panel of the first compartment is positioned adjacent the second panel of the second compartment and the second side panel of the first compartment is positioned adjacent the first panel of the third compartment, and', 'wherein in the side-carry mode, the first side panel of the second compartment is positioned adjacent the second side panel of the third compartment; and, 'wherein the second compartment and the third compartment are rotatable between a backpack mode and a side-carry mode, and'}a releasable connection mechanism connected to the second compartment and the third compartment, wherein the releasable connection mechanism spans from the second compartment, across the face panel of the first compartment, to the third compartment when in the backpack mode.2. The convertible travel bag of claim 1 , wherein when the convertible travel bag is in the side-carry mode claim 1 , the first side of the first compartment is longitudinally in line with the second side of the second ...

Sport Footwear for Practicing Winter Sports

Sport footwear for practicing winter sports comprising a shell () made of a first thermoplastic material and comprising a toe flap () at the front and a heel flap () at the back, configured to couple releasably to the bindings of a ski or snowboard. The sport footwear comprises at least a flap protection cover () releasably attached on at least one of, or both, said toe flap () and heel flap (), and said at least one flap protection cover () is made of a second thermoplastic material. 1. Sport footwear for practicing winter sports comprising a shell to receive the user's foot and made of a first thermoplastic material , comprising a front toe portion and a back heel portion , said shell being closed at the lower part by a sole , said shell comprising at the front a toe flap and at the back a heel flap , configured to couple releasably to the bindings of a ski or snowboard , wherein the sport footwear comprises:at least a first contact plate releasably attached to the lower part of the sole in the heel portion and/or a second contact plate releasably attached to the lower part of the sole in the toe portion;at least a flap protection cover releasably attached on at least one or on both of said toe flap and heel flap, said at least one flap protection cover being made of a second thermoplastic material different from and with greater mechanical resistance than said first thermoplastic material, said at least one flap protection cover being releasably connected between a respective first contact plate and/or a second contact plate and a lower part of the sole in the respective toe portion and/or heel portion.2. The sport footwear as in claim 1 , wherein said front toe portion and said back heel portion are integral and in a single piece with said shell claim 1 , including respectively said toe flap and said heel flap.3. The sport footwear as in claim 1 , wherein the first material is chosen from a group comprising polyolefins claim 1 , in particular polyethylene claim ...

Shoelace fastening for inner shoe

A fastening element for a shoe of a boot comprising a disk-shaped single or multi-part main part, comprising a base side for fastening to the shoe, a cover side lying opposite the base side, and two grooves molded into a casing between the base side and the cover side for receiving and guiding a respective end of a shoelace. The grooves have an entrance angle at which shoelaces are to enter into the fastening element when laced in the pulling direction and an exit angle at which shoelaces are to exit the fastening element when pulled in the pulling direction, and wherein the entrance angle is greater than or equal to the exit angle.

Spring-Loaded Boot

Disclosed is a spring-loaded boot. The invention consists of a rigid boot bound to a set of plates, with shock absorbers situated on each end of, and sandwiched between, the plates. The top plate provides the platform for binding a ski boot, and the bottom plate provides ground contact and traction. The device allows the user to bounce with pogo-like motion. The rigid shell of the boot provides the ample ankle support and protection needed for rugged terrain. 1(a) a boot component, comprising a sole, a top, and a foot hole, the top comprising an elongated rigid outer shell;(b) a mounting plate, comprising a generally flat rectangular structure having a top surface, a bottom surface, a front end, and a back end;(c) a binding means for securing the boot component to the mounting plate;(d) a base plate, comprising a generally flat rectangular structure having a top surface, a bottom surface, a front end, and a back end;(e) a small shock absorber assembly, comprising at least one shock absorber situated between and connecting the mounting plate and the base plate;(f) a strut mount set, comprising an elongated structure with at least one hole, extending from each of the front and back ends of the mounting plate and the base plate;(g) a large shock absorber assembly, comprising at least two shock absorbers attached to the strut mount set at the front and back ends of the mounting and base plates;(h) a ridge set, comprising a pattern of ridges on the bottom surface of the base plate.. A spring-loaded boot, comprising This invention relates to modified footwear, specifically to footwear fitted with springs for bouncing, and more particularly to footwear fitted with springs for traversing rough terrain.The following is a tabulation of some prior art that appears relevant:Spring action footwear is an amalgam of various fields. On one end of the spectrum, shock cushioning technology provides shock absorption for runners and skiers, and on the other end, it offers propulsion, ...

WATERPROOF/BREATHABLE MOISTURE TRANSFER LINER FOR SNOWBOARD BOOTS, ALPINE BOOTS, HIKING BOOTS AND THE LIKE

The waterproof/breathable moisture transfer liner for a snowboard boot includes an inner liner selected from technically advanced fabrics which are carefully selected. A series of layers are provided outside the inner liner including foam material layers, breathable membranes, a supportive mesh or a moldable foam, and an outer shell fabric. The applicability of the liner to alpine, cross country and hiking boots, along with appropriate variations for each application. 1. A thermally regulating composite material or lining comprising:a moisture transfer, breathable material or fabric;a first breathable foam material; anda second breathable foam material mechanically bonded to the moisture transfer, breathable material or fabric and the first breathable foam material such that the first breathable foam material is sandwiched between the moisture transfer, breathable material or fabric and the second breathable foam material,wherein at least one of the materials or fabrics has reversible enhanced thermal properties.2. The thermally regulating composite material or lining according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one of the materials or fabric has reversible enhanced thermal properties by the application of a coating.3. The thermally regulating composite material or lining according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the materials or fabric is coated or embedded with a thermally regulating material. This is a continuation application of U.S. Ser. No. 14/033,721, filed Sep. 23, 2013, which is a continuation application of U.S. Ser. No. 13/364,072, filed Feb. 1, 2012, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 12/910,569, filed Oct. 22, 2010, now abandoned, which is a continuation application of U.S. Ser. No. 12/511,857, filed Jul. 29, 2009, now abandoned, which is a continuation application of U.S. Ser. No. 12/000,589, filed Dec. 14, 2007, now abandoned, which is a continuation application of U.S. Ser. No. 11/592,215, filed Nov. 3, 2006, now abandoned, which is ...

REEL BASED CLOSURE DEVICE

A boot, such as a ski boot, may include a lower portion or shell that is configured to accommodate a foot and an upper portion or cuff that extends upward from the lower portion and that is configured to accommodate a lower leg of a wearer. The boot may also include a tightening system that is coupled with the lower portion of the boot in order to close and tighten the lower portion about the foot. The tightening system includes a reel based closure device and a tension member that is operably coupled with the reel based closure device so that an operation of the reel based closure device effects tensioning of the tension member. The tightening system also includes a plurality of guide members that route or direct the tension member along a path and a terminal member that is fixedly coupled with the tension member. 1. A ski boot comprising: a lower shell that is configured to couple with a ski binding, the lower shell being configured to accommodate a foot;', 'an upper cuff that is pivotally coupled with the lower shell, the upper cuff being configured to accommodate a lower leg;, 'a rigid exterior shell comprising a single reel based closure device that is coupled with the lower shell adjacent to the upper cuff;', 'a tension member operably coupled with the reel based closure device so that an operation of the reel based closure device effects tightening of the tension member;', 'a first guide that is positioned on a first side of an opening of the lower shell;', 'a second guide that is positioned on a second side of the opening of the lower shell; and', 'a terminal member that is coupled with the lower shell adjacent to a toe box;', 'wherein the first guide and the second guide route or direct the tension member along a path about the lower shell across the opening and to the terminal member; and', 'wherein a distal end of the tension member is fixedly coupled with the terminal member., 'a tightening system coupled with the lower shell, the tightening system ...

SPORTS SHOE AND METHOD OF CONSTRUCTION THEREOF

A sports shoe includes a shell formed of a first shell portion and of a second shell portion, distinct from each other and adapted to be assembled together. The first shell portion includes a first peripheral rim edge and the second shell portion includes a second peripheral rim edge including, respectively, a first joining rim portion and a second joining rim portion adapted to be coupled together. Specifically, the first joining rim portion includes at least a joining channel adapted to cooperate with a corresponding at least a joining projection included in the second joining rim portion. The joining channel and the corresponding joining projection are fixable to each other by means of heat welding. 1. A sports shoe comprising a shell formed by at least a first shell portion and at least a second shell portion , distinct from each other and adapted for being assembled together ,said at least a first shell portion comprising a first peripheral rim edge, and said at least a second shell portion comprising a second peripheral rim edge, andsaid first peripheral rim edge and second peripheral rim edge comprising, respectively, a first joining rim portion and a second joining rim portion adapted to be coupled to each other for fixing said at least a first shell portion with said at least a second shell portion,whereinsaid first joining rim portion comprises at least a joining channel adapted to cooperate with a corresponding at least a joining projection comprised in said second joining rim portion, andsaid at least a joining channel and the corresponding said at least a joining projection being fixable to each other by means of heat welding.2. The sports shoe according to claim 1 , wherein said at least a joining projection has a height which is greater than a height of said at least a joining channel.3. The sports shoe according to claim 2 , wherein said height of said at least a joining projection is 0.57 to 0.96 times a thickness of said first joining rim portion ...

GARMENT SYSTEM INCLUDING AT LEAST ONE SENSOR AND AT LEAST ONE ACTUATOR RESPONSIVE TO THE SENSOR AND RELATED METHODS

Embodiments disclosed herein relate to a garment system including at least one sensor, and at least one actuator that operates responsive to sensing feedback from the at least one sensor to selectively constrict or selectively dilate at least one flexible compression garment. Such selective constriction or dilation of the at least one flexible compression garment against at least one body part can improve muscle functioning or joint functioning during an activity, such as a sport or other activity. 1. A garment system , comprising:at least one flexible compression garment configured to be worn on at least one body part of a subject, the at least one flexible compression garment defining an interior space configured to receive the at least one body part;footwear configured to be worn on at least one foot of the subject;one or more sensors supported by the footwear, the one or more sensors configured to sense at least one characteristic associated with movement of the subject or at least one physiological characteristic of the subject, the one or more sensors further configured to output one or more sensing signals indicative of the at least one characteristic;one or more actuators positioned relative to the at least one flexible compression garment and configured to selectively constrict or selectively dilate the at least one flexible compression garment; anda control system operably coupled to the one or more actuators and further operably coupled to the one or more sensors to receive the one or more sensing signals therefrom, the control system including control electrical circuitry configured to direct the one or more actuators to selectively constrict or selectively dilate the at least one flexible compression garment responsive to the one or more sensing signals from the one or more sensors.2. The garment system of claim 1 , wherein the footwear includes at least one shoe claim 1 , at least one shoe insert claim 1 , at least one boot claim 1 , an item of ...

Method And Apparatus For Providing Internal Heating Of Footwear

A method and apparatus for generating thermal energy (heat) from human locomotion is proposed and used to provide heating of the user's footwear. The apparatus takes the form of a pair of flexible, liquid-filled chambers connected by an energy-generating tube. One chamber is located in the heel region of a footwear insole, with the other in the toe region, such that as a person walks, the liquid moves back and forth within the tube. This movement is used to also move an energy-producing element (either an electromagnetic arrangement or viscous liquid) back and forth within the tube and convert the captured human locomotion energy into thermal energy, thus warming the footwear.

Footwear with removable bootie

A footwear construction is provided including a primary footwear component and a secondary footwear component removably disposed in the primary footwear component. The primary footwear component can include an inward facing wall, and the secondary footwear component can include an outward facing wall surrounding a secondary sole of the secondary footwear component. The inward facing wall is configured to releasably interlock with the outward facing wall, such that the secondary sole is secured within the primary footwear component, yet can be manually pulled upward, whereby the inward facing wall releases from the outward facing wall to enable the secondary footwear component to be removed completely from the primary footwear component.

Article of footwear with an outer element and an inner element

In one aspect, the present disclosure relates to an article of footwear. The article of footwear may include an inner element, the inner element having an overfoot portion and an underfoot portion. The article of footwear may further include an outer element at least partially formed by a first knitted component, the outer element covering the throat area of the inner element. The article of footwear may further include a fastening element secured to the inner element in a throat area, where the fastening element is located between the inner element and the outer element, and where adjustment of the fastening element adjusts the fit of the inner element when the article of footwear is in use. The article of footwear may further include a sole structure, where the sole structure at least partially covers the underfoot portion of the inner element.

SPORT SHOE INNERBOOT

Sport shoe innerboot (), including a wall including at least one layer that features an area formed of a thermoformable padding material () adapted to be shaped after heating it when it has been heated to a deformation temperature, characterized in that it includes at least one indicator (), including a deformable element deforming at the deformation temperature of the thermoformable padding material () of the wall of the innerboot to indicate that the innerboot has been heated to a temperature substantially equal to its deformation temperature, at which shaping it is possible. 1. Sport shoe innerboot , comprising:a wall including at least one layer that features an area formed of a thermoformable padding material adapted to be shaped after heating the thermoformable padding material when the thermoformable padding material has been heated to a deformation temperature, andat least one indicator, including a deformable element deforming at the deformation temperature of the thermoformable padding material of the wall of the innerboot to indicate that the innerboot has been heated to a temperature substantially equal to its deformation temperature, at which shaping the innerboot is possible.2. Sport shoe innerboot according to claim 1 , wherein the indicator includes a thermoformable material.3. Sport shoe innerboot according to claim 2 , wherein the thermoformable material of the indicator includes a shape with raised patterns adapted to be attenuated or to disappear after the indicator is heated to the deformation temperature of the wall.4. Sport shoe innerboot according to claim 3 , wherein the raised patterns of the deformable material of the indicator are formed by compression lines.5. Sport shoe innerboot according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one indicator is disposed laterally in a vicinity of the malleolus.6. Sport shoe innerboot according to claim 1 , wherein the indicator in the form of an insert integrated into an inside layer or an outside layer of ...

MOVEMENT ASSISTANCE DEVICE

A movement assistance device comprising a first element for rigidly connecting the device to one foot of a user and transmitting a thrust force to said foot; and a second element linked to the first element by link means and intended to be in contact with the ground; the device further comprises means for transmitting a force from an exogenous energy source, to the first element and/or to the second element, in order to separate them from each other. 1. A mobility assistance device , comprising: a first element for solidly attaching the device to a user's foot and for transmitting a thrust to the foot; and a second element connected to the first element by a linking element and designed to be in contact with the ground; and a mechanism for transmitting a force derived from an exogenous energy source , to the first element and/or to the second element , to drive separation of the first element and the second element.2. The mobility assistance device of claim 1 , wherein the first element is a first flat structure having an upper face to be in contact with the user's foot and a lower face opposite the second element.3. The mobility assistance device of claim 2 , wherein the second element is a second flat structure having an upper face opposite the first element and a lower face to be in contact with the ground.4. The mobility assistance device of claim 2 , wherein the first flat structure comprises a fastening device on its upper face for fastening the mobility assistance device to the user's foot.5. The mobility assistance device of claim 2 , wherein the first flat structure comprises a sole of a shoe.6. The mobility assistance device of claim 4 , wherein the linking element comprises a hinge element for moving the first flat structure away from the second flat structure.7. The mobility assistance device of claim 6 , wherein the mechanism for transmitting the force comprises an operable handle that can be operated by a user's upper limb and interacting with a ...

System and Method for Physical Activity Performance Analysis

A method for providing feedback to a skier includes: receiving, by a feedback computer, sensor data from a plurality of sensors located in a ski boot of the skier, the sensor data representing a movement of the skier during a ski run; receiving, by the feedback computer, video data representing a video recording of the skier during the ski run; after the ski run, synchronizing, by the feedback computer, the sensor data and the video data; and simultaneously displaying, on a display screen in electrical communication with the feedback computer, the video recording and the sensor data. 1. A method for providing feedback to a skier , the method comprising:receiving, by a feedback computer, sensor data from a plurality of sensors located in a ski boot of the skier, the sensor data representing a movement of the skier during a ski run;receiving, by the feedback computer, video data representing a video recording of the skier during the ski run;after the ski run, synchronizing, by the feedback computer, the sensor data and the video data; andsimultaneously displaying, on a display screen in electrical communication with the feedback computer, the video recording and the sensor data.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data is displayed alongside the video recording.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data and the video data are synchronized using time stamps.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data and the video data are synchronized using wireless signals transmitted between the feedback computer and a data collection computer claim 1 , the data collection computer in electrical communication with the sensors.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data and the video data are synchronized using an internet clock or a global positioning system.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data includes processed data that indicates a performance of the skier during the ski run.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the processed data ...

SKI BOOT

A ski boot comprising a rigid shell made of plastic or composite material, which is shaped so as to accommodate the foot of the user, and at least a first and a second removable front sole which, alternatively to each other, are adapted to be fixed in a rigid and stable although easily removable manner to the lower wall of the shell substantially at the tarsal-phalangeal area of the foot; the shell being provided with a first transversal stiffening plate made of metal material which is embedded within the lower wall of the shell, close to the tip of the shell, and is structured/shaped so as to partially emerge/crop out on the outer surface of the lower wall of the shell substantially at the metatarsal-phalangeal area of the foot; the first and second removable front soles comprising: an upper plate-shaped socle which has the upper face shaped so as to be removably coupled to the lower wall of the shell substantially at the tarsal-phalangeal area of the foot, and a second transversal stiffening plate made of metal material which, in turn, is embedded within the upper plate-shaped socle close to the front end of the socle, so as to be aligned below the transversal stiffening plate of the shell, and is further shaped so as to emerge/crop out on the surface of the upper face of the socle substantially at the metatarsal-phalangeal area of the foot, so as to rest directly on the transversal stiffening plate of the shell. 1. Ski boot comprising a rigid shell which is made of plastic or composite material and is shaped so as to accommodate the foot of the user , and at least a first and a second removable front sole which , alternatively to one another , are adapted to be fixed in a rigid and stable although easily removable manner on the lower wall of the shell substantially at the tarsal-phalangeal area of the foot; said first and said second removable front sole being structured for being fixed on the back of the ski by means of a ski-binding device;the ski boot being ...