Snowshoe with integrally molded and supported hinge pin
CA 2296751 C · Owner: K2 Sports, Llc · Inventors: Watson, Jim
Overview
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A snowshoe is provided with an integrally molded and supported hinge pin. A foot plate rotates about the hinge pin and has mating structure which provides outstanding structural support particularly during transverse loading conditions. The foot plate extends both forward and rearward of the hinge pin to further stabilize a wearer's foot. The bottom surface of the deck includes a plurality of traction ribs which also provide stiffening support to the deck. The mid portion of the deck is heavily reinforced with a plurality of mid support ribs which further stabilizes the hinge pin. A removable crampon plate attaches to the foot plate and extends across the hinge pin. It may be adjusted to …
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- Filed February 7, 2000 and granted July 24, 2001. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended February 7, 2020.
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