CA2825587A1 - Combined carrying bag and hammock - Google Patents
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Abstract
This application relates to a combined carrying bag and hammock. In one embodiment the bag is configured to carry a surfboard. The bag includes an adjustable strap system which can be quickly deployed in different configurations for carrying the bag or for suspending the bag as a hammock. In one embodiment, the strap system includes strap segments integrally connected to opposed longitudinal sidewalls of the bag for providing enhanced support and stability in the hammock configuration. The strap system may also include removable lateral supports extending between strap segments in the hammock configuration to provide additional structural stability.
Description
COMBINED CARRYING BAG AND HAMMOCK
Technical Field [0001] The application pertains to a multi-purpose bag having an adjustable strap system.
Background of the Disclosure
Technical Field [0001] The application pertains to a multi-purpose bag having an adjustable strap system.
Background of the Disclosure
[0002] Carrying bags are well-known in the prior art for transporting and protecting surfboards and the like. Most surfboard bags include straps for use in carrying the surfboard or for securing the surfboard to the roof of a vehicle.
[0003] Often surfers take breaks between surfing sessions to rest. Some surfers bring chairs or hammocks to the surfing location for this purpose. However, surfing locations are often remote and it is inconvenient to transport chairs or hammocks in addition to carrying a surfboard bag and other gear.
[0004] Multi-purpose bags with adjustable straps are known in the prior art, but they do not include a strap system that permits convenient carrying of the bag in a variety of different configurations while also enabling rapid deployment of the bag as a hammock. A
need has therefore arisen for a surfboard bag which can easily be converted from a carrying bag to a hammock and vice versa.
Brief Description of the Drawings
need has therefore arisen for a surfboard bag which can easily be converted from a carrying bag to a hammock and vice versa.
Brief Description of the Drawings
[0005] Exemplary embodiments are illustrated in referenced figures of the drawings. It is intended that the embodiments and figures disclosed herein are to be considered illustrative rather than restrictive.
[0006] Figure 1 is a side perspective view of a bag in accordance with one embodiment of the invention in an open configuration showing carrying strap segments stowed in storage pockets.
100071 Figure 2 is a side perspective view of an embodiment of a bag in a closed configuration showing the carrying strap segments removed from the storage pockets.
[0008] Figure 3 is a bottom plan view of a bag with the carrying strap segments extended.
r [0009] Figure 4 is an enlarged view of a strap length adjuster.
[0010] Figure 5 is an enlarged view of a loop formed at a free end of a strap segment.
[0011] Figure 6 is an enlarged, cross-sectional view of a storage pocket positioned adjacent a longitudinal sidewall of a bag.
[0012] Figure 7 is a top plan view of a bag showing the strap segments folded inwardly.
[0013] Figure 8 is a perspective view of a bag showing the strap segments deployed as a single shoulder strap.
[0014] Figure 9 is a perspective of a bag for use as a backpack showing the strap segments deployed as a pair of shoulder straps.
[0015] Figure 10 is a perspective view of a bag for use as backpack showing the strap segments deployed as a pair of crossing chest straps.
[0016] Figure 11 is a perspective view of a bag for use as a hammock showing the strap segments deployed to suspend the hammock between two supports.
[0017] Figure 12 is an enlarged view of a connector for coupling a pair of strap segments to a support.
[0018] Figure 13 is an enlarged view of a lateral support for supporting the hammock in the configuration of Figure 10.
Detailed Description [0019] Throughout the following description specific details are set forth in order to provide a more thorough understanding to persons skilled in the art. However, well known elements may not have been shown or described in detail to a void unnecessarily obscuring the disclosure.
Accordingly, the description and drawings are to be regarded in an illustrative, rather than a restrictive, sense.
[0020] This application relates to a bag 10 for holding an article to be carried, such as a surfboard. As shown in Figure 1, bag 10 is elongated in shape and includes a first end 12 and a second end 14. A surfboard may be inserted into or removed from an interior compartment 16 of bag 10 through an opening 18 formed at first end 12. Compartment 16 is defined between a first panel 20 and a second panel 22 of bag 10 formed from a flexible fabric.
Opening 16 may be adjusted between open and closed positions with a fastener 24, such as a zipper, clasp or Velcro closure.
[0021] Bag 10 is preferably shaped to match the shape of the article to be carried. For example, in the embodiment illustrated in the drawings, first end 12 is shaped to match the tail portion of a surfboard and second end 14 is shaped to match the nose portion of a surfboard. In alternative embodiments bag 10 may have a size and shape suitable for carrying a different article, such as a snowboard, wakeboard, paddle board or the like.
[0022] Bag 10 includes a first longitudinal sidewall 26 and a second longitudinal sidewall 28.
Sidewalls 26, 28 join panels 20, 22 together along opposed longitudinal side edges of bag 10 between first and second ends 12, 14. The thickness of sidewalls 26, 28 may vary depending upon the specific construction of bag 10 and the dimensions of the article to be carried. In some embodiments sidewalls 26, 28 may comprise a narrow side edge of bag 10, as shown for example in Figure 6. Optionally, a carrying handle 30 may be secured to one longitudinal sidewall 28 in a central section 32 of bag 10, as shown in Figures 1 and 2. In another embodiment handle 30 may be secured to longitudinal sidewall 26 (Figures 7 and 11). Bag 10 may also include storage pockets 34 and 36 which are each secured adjacent to a respective sidewall 26, 28, for example in central section 32. The number and position of storage pockets 34, 36 may vary in different embodiments of the invention. As described below, pockets 34, 36 may be used for stowing carrying straps when not in use and may also be used for carrying other articles, such as wax, cameras, surfing gloves and the like. In some embodiments bag 10 may include one or more internal pockets (not shown) within compartment 16 in a manner similar to conventional surfboard bags.
[0023] Bag 10 further includes a strap system generally designated 38 which may be used to carry bag 10 (Figures 8-10) or suspend bag 10 as a hammock (Figure 11). Strap system 38 includes a plurality of strap segments 40, 42, 44 and 46 which each have a fixed end 48 secured to a sidewall 26, 28 and a free end 50. More particularly, strap segments 40 and 42 are secured to sidewall 26 and strap segments 44 and 46 are secured to sidewall 28 (Figure 2). In one I
embodiment shown in the drawings, fixed ends 48 of strap segments 40 and 42 are joined by a connecting strap segment 41 which is aligned with and secured to sidewall 26, such as by stitching. Strap segments 44 and 46 are similarly joined by a connecting strap segment 45 aligned with and secured to sidewall 28 (Figure 6). In one embodiment, strap segments 40, 41, and 42 may be integral portions of one unitary strap secured to sidewall 26 and strap segments 44, 45, and 46 may be integral portions of another unitary strap secured to sidewall 28. Each strap segment 40 -46 may be made of nylon webbing or other suitable material.
[0024] In the illustrated embodiment, fixed end 48 of each strap segment 40 and 44 is secured to a respective sidewall 26 and 28 at a position between first end 12 and central section 32; and fixed end 48 of each strap segment 42 and 46 is secured to a respective sidewall 26 and 28 at a position between second end 14 and central section 32. In alternative embodiments of the invention strap segments 40, 42, 44 and 46 may be detachably secured to bag 10 and/or may be secured to bag 10 at different mounting locations, such as on lateral edges of panels 20, 22.
[0025] Each strap segment 40, 42, 44, 46 is preferably adjustable in length.
In one embodiment shown in the drawings, a strap length adjuster 52 may be provided to enable adjustment of the length of a corresponding strap segment 40, 42, 44, 46 (Figure 3). Figure 4 shows one embodiment of a strap length adjuster 52 located between a fixed end 48 and free end 50.
Adjuster 52 may have one end 54 coupled to a distal strap portion 56 and another end 58 coupled to a proximal strap portion 60. For example, proximal strap portion 60 may be slidably coupled to a rib 62 mounted within adjuster 52. In the illustrated embodiment, the length of proximal strap portion 60 is variable for adjusting the length of a corresponding strap segment 40, 42, 44, 46. As will be apparent to a person skilled in the art, various other mechanisms for varying the length of strap segments 40, 42, 44, 46 may be envisaged, including mechanisms for a coupling a supplementary strap length to an intermediate or terminating portion of a strap segment.
[0026] As shown best in Figure 5, free end 50 of each strap segment 40, 42, 44, 46 may be formed in a loop 64. In one embodiment loop 64 may be formed by folding a terminating portion of a strap segment back upon itself and securing the terminating portion by stitching 65, or some other appropriate means such as a rivet. It should be clear to those skilled in the art that in other embodiments the loop 64 may be formed of a separate member coupled to free end 50.
i In another embodiment, loop 64 may be formed more proximally to bag 10 relative to free end 50 of each strap segment 40, 42, 44, 46.
[0027] In one embodiment storage pocket 34 may be used to stow strap segments 40 and 42 when they are not in use and storage pocket 36 may be similarly used to stow strap segments 44 and 46 when not in use. Figure 1 depicts strap segments 40, 42, 44 and 46 in a stowed configuration and Figure 2 shows such segments removed from storage for use to carry bag 10 or suspend bag 10 as a hammock, as described further below. As shown in Figure 6, in one embodiment storage pocket 36 is positioned adjacent sidewall 28 in central section 32 of bag 10.
In this embodiment, longitudinal edges 66 and 68 of storage pocket 36 are secured to first panel 20 of bag 10, defining a lateral opening 70 for insertion of strap segment 44.
In another embodiment, only one edge 66, 68 of each pocket 34, 36 is fixed and the other edge 66, 68 is releasably secured to panel 20, such as with a hook and loop VelcroTM
fastener. After pockets 34, 36 are opened, one or more strap segments 40, 42, 44, 46 may be folded inwardly, as shown in Figure 7, for insertion into a corresponding pocket.
[0028] Because each strap segment 40, 42, 44, and 46 has a loop 64 at its free end 50, selected pairs of loops 64 may be releasably coupled together in a variety of different configurations using a suitable connector 72, such as a carabiner or clamp. This means of connection enhances the versatility of strap system 38 and simplifies the process for coupling strap segments 40, 42, 44, 46 together. For example, Figure 8 shows a perspective view of loops 64 of strap segments 40 and 42 coupled together with a connector 72 to deploy strap system 38 as a single shoulder strap 74. In this embodiment strap segments 44 and 46 remain stowed in pocket 36. In another embodiment shown in Figure 9, loops 64 of strap segments 44 and 46 may also be coupled together with a connector 72 to deploy strap system 38 as a pair of shoulder straps 74 for use in carrying bag 10 as a backpack. In yet another embodiment shown in Figure 10, loops 64 of strap segments 40 and 46 and loops 64 of strap segments 42 and 44 may be coupled with connectors 72 to deploy strap system 38 as overlapping chest straps 76 disposed in a crossing "X"
configuration. Such chest straps 76 provide greater stability for the user when carrying a load in bag 10 in this way.
[0029] In another configuration loops 64 of strap segments 40 and 44 may be coupled together using a connector 72 and loops 64 of strap segments 42 and 46 may be similarly coupled together with a connector 72. In this embodiment strap system 38 is deployed for use in securing bag 10 to a support surface, such as the roof of a vehicle for transport. The length of the resulting connecting straps can be varied by adjusters 52 to tighten or loosen the connecting straps as desired.
[0030] As shown in Figure 11, strap system 38 may also be deployed to suspend bag 10 as a hammock. In particular, loops 64 of strap segments 40 and 44 are coupled together with a connector 72 to form a first suspension strap assembly 78; and loops 64 of strap segments 42 and 46 may be similarly coupled together with a connector 72 to form a second suspension strap assembly 78. Each suspension strap assembly 78 may be secured to a support 80, such as a tree or post either directly or indirectly with a supplementary strap length, as described below. This enables bag 10 to be suspended between supports 80 for use as a hammock. Strap length adjusters 52 enable the length of each suspension strap assembly 78 to be adjusted. In the depicted embodiment, supplemental suspension straps 82 may be required to further lengthen one or both of suspension strap assemblies 78. Supplemental straps 82 may be coupled to a connector 72 (Figure 12). In another embodiment, connector 72 of suspension strap assemblies 78 may be further coupled to a piton, or some other support, if only one or no suitable supports 80 are available. In yet another embodiment loops 64 of strap segments 40 and 44 and loops 64 of strap segments 42 and 46 may secure bag 10 as a hammock, whether directly or indirectly, to an overhead support.
[0031] As will be appreciated by a person skilled in the art, many different means for releasably coupling strap segments 40, 42, 44, 46 together in different configurations, and for adjusting the length of the resulting straps, may be envisaged.
[0032] In the illustrated embodiment, either panel 20 or 22 of bag 10 can be used as a reclining surface when bag 10 is used as a hammock. Moreover, either end 12 or 14 may be used as the head-end of the hammock (in the illustrated embodiment first end 12 conforming to the tail portion of a surfboard provides a greater amount of headroom). In one embodiment, one or both of panels 20, 22 may be covered in a softer material to maximize the comfort of a reclined user.
[0033] Connecting strap segments 41 and 45 of strap system 38, which extend along opposed longitudinal sidewalls of bag 10 (Figure 2), provide bag 10 with enhanced structural support and
100071 Figure 2 is a side perspective view of an embodiment of a bag in a closed configuration showing the carrying strap segments removed from the storage pockets.
[0008] Figure 3 is a bottom plan view of a bag with the carrying strap segments extended.
r [0009] Figure 4 is an enlarged view of a strap length adjuster.
[0010] Figure 5 is an enlarged view of a loop formed at a free end of a strap segment.
[0011] Figure 6 is an enlarged, cross-sectional view of a storage pocket positioned adjacent a longitudinal sidewall of a bag.
[0012] Figure 7 is a top plan view of a bag showing the strap segments folded inwardly.
[0013] Figure 8 is a perspective view of a bag showing the strap segments deployed as a single shoulder strap.
[0014] Figure 9 is a perspective of a bag for use as a backpack showing the strap segments deployed as a pair of shoulder straps.
[0015] Figure 10 is a perspective view of a bag for use as backpack showing the strap segments deployed as a pair of crossing chest straps.
[0016] Figure 11 is a perspective view of a bag for use as a hammock showing the strap segments deployed to suspend the hammock between two supports.
[0017] Figure 12 is an enlarged view of a connector for coupling a pair of strap segments to a support.
[0018] Figure 13 is an enlarged view of a lateral support for supporting the hammock in the configuration of Figure 10.
Detailed Description [0019] Throughout the following description specific details are set forth in order to provide a more thorough understanding to persons skilled in the art. However, well known elements may not have been shown or described in detail to a void unnecessarily obscuring the disclosure.
Accordingly, the description and drawings are to be regarded in an illustrative, rather than a restrictive, sense.
[0020] This application relates to a bag 10 for holding an article to be carried, such as a surfboard. As shown in Figure 1, bag 10 is elongated in shape and includes a first end 12 and a second end 14. A surfboard may be inserted into or removed from an interior compartment 16 of bag 10 through an opening 18 formed at first end 12. Compartment 16 is defined between a first panel 20 and a second panel 22 of bag 10 formed from a flexible fabric.
Opening 16 may be adjusted between open and closed positions with a fastener 24, such as a zipper, clasp or Velcro closure.
[0021] Bag 10 is preferably shaped to match the shape of the article to be carried. For example, in the embodiment illustrated in the drawings, first end 12 is shaped to match the tail portion of a surfboard and second end 14 is shaped to match the nose portion of a surfboard. In alternative embodiments bag 10 may have a size and shape suitable for carrying a different article, such as a snowboard, wakeboard, paddle board or the like.
[0022] Bag 10 includes a first longitudinal sidewall 26 and a second longitudinal sidewall 28.
Sidewalls 26, 28 join panels 20, 22 together along opposed longitudinal side edges of bag 10 between first and second ends 12, 14. The thickness of sidewalls 26, 28 may vary depending upon the specific construction of bag 10 and the dimensions of the article to be carried. In some embodiments sidewalls 26, 28 may comprise a narrow side edge of bag 10, as shown for example in Figure 6. Optionally, a carrying handle 30 may be secured to one longitudinal sidewall 28 in a central section 32 of bag 10, as shown in Figures 1 and 2. In another embodiment handle 30 may be secured to longitudinal sidewall 26 (Figures 7 and 11). Bag 10 may also include storage pockets 34 and 36 which are each secured adjacent to a respective sidewall 26, 28, for example in central section 32. The number and position of storage pockets 34, 36 may vary in different embodiments of the invention. As described below, pockets 34, 36 may be used for stowing carrying straps when not in use and may also be used for carrying other articles, such as wax, cameras, surfing gloves and the like. In some embodiments bag 10 may include one or more internal pockets (not shown) within compartment 16 in a manner similar to conventional surfboard bags.
[0023] Bag 10 further includes a strap system generally designated 38 which may be used to carry bag 10 (Figures 8-10) or suspend bag 10 as a hammock (Figure 11). Strap system 38 includes a plurality of strap segments 40, 42, 44 and 46 which each have a fixed end 48 secured to a sidewall 26, 28 and a free end 50. More particularly, strap segments 40 and 42 are secured to sidewall 26 and strap segments 44 and 46 are secured to sidewall 28 (Figure 2). In one I
embodiment shown in the drawings, fixed ends 48 of strap segments 40 and 42 are joined by a connecting strap segment 41 which is aligned with and secured to sidewall 26, such as by stitching. Strap segments 44 and 46 are similarly joined by a connecting strap segment 45 aligned with and secured to sidewall 28 (Figure 6). In one embodiment, strap segments 40, 41, and 42 may be integral portions of one unitary strap secured to sidewall 26 and strap segments 44, 45, and 46 may be integral portions of another unitary strap secured to sidewall 28. Each strap segment 40 -46 may be made of nylon webbing or other suitable material.
[0024] In the illustrated embodiment, fixed end 48 of each strap segment 40 and 44 is secured to a respective sidewall 26 and 28 at a position between first end 12 and central section 32; and fixed end 48 of each strap segment 42 and 46 is secured to a respective sidewall 26 and 28 at a position between second end 14 and central section 32. In alternative embodiments of the invention strap segments 40, 42, 44 and 46 may be detachably secured to bag 10 and/or may be secured to bag 10 at different mounting locations, such as on lateral edges of panels 20, 22.
[0025] Each strap segment 40, 42, 44, 46 is preferably adjustable in length.
In one embodiment shown in the drawings, a strap length adjuster 52 may be provided to enable adjustment of the length of a corresponding strap segment 40, 42, 44, 46 (Figure 3). Figure 4 shows one embodiment of a strap length adjuster 52 located between a fixed end 48 and free end 50.
Adjuster 52 may have one end 54 coupled to a distal strap portion 56 and another end 58 coupled to a proximal strap portion 60. For example, proximal strap portion 60 may be slidably coupled to a rib 62 mounted within adjuster 52. In the illustrated embodiment, the length of proximal strap portion 60 is variable for adjusting the length of a corresponding strap segment 40, 42, 44, 46. As will be apparent to a person skilled in the art, various other mechanisms for varying the length of strap segments 40, 42, 44, 46 may be envisaged, including mechanisms for a coupling a supplementary strap length to an intermediate or terminating portion of a strap segment.
[0026] As shown best in Figure 5, free end 50 of each strap segment 40, 42, 44, 46 may be formed in a loop 64. In one embodiment loop 64 may be formed by folding a terminating portion of a strap segment back upon itself and securing the terminating portion by stitching 65, or some other appropriate means such as a rivet. It should be clear to those skilled in the art that in other embodiments the loop 64 may be formed of a separate member coupled to free end 50.
i In another embodiment, loop 64 may be formed more proximally to bag 10 relative to free end 50 of each strap segment 40, 42, 44, 46.
[0027] In one embodiment storage pocket 34 may be used to stow strap segments 40 and 42 when they are not in use and storage pocket 36 may be similarly used to stow strap segments 44 and 46 when not in use. Figure 1 depicts strap segments 40, 42, 44 and 46 in a stowed configuration and Figure 2 shows such segments removed from storage for use to carry bag 10 or suspend bag 10 as a hammock, as described further below. As shown in Figure 6, in one embodiment storage pocket 36 is positioned adjacent sidewall 28 in central section 32 of bag 10.
In this embodiment, longitudinal edges 66 and 68 of storage pocket 36 are secured to first panel 20 of bag 10, defining a lateral opening 70 for insertion of strap segment 44.
In another embodiment, only one edge 66, 68 of each pocket 34, 36 is fixed and the other edge 66, 68 is releasably secured to panel 20, such as with a hook and loop VelcroTM
fastener. After pockets 34, 36 are opened, one or more strap segments 40, 42, 44, 46 may be folded inwardly, as shown in Figure 7, for insertion into a corresponding pocket.
[0028] Because each strap segment 40, 42, 44, and 46 has a loop 64 at its free end 50, selected pairs of loops 64 may be releasably coupled together in a variety of different configurations using a suitable connector 72, such as a carabiner or clamp. This means of connection enhances the versatility of strap system 38 and simplifies the process for coupling strap segments 40, 42, 44, 46 together. For example, Figure 8 shows a perspective view of loops 64 of strap segments 40 and 42 coupled together with a connector 72 to deploy strap system 38 as a single shoulder strap 74. In this embodiment strap segments 44 and 46 remain stowed in pocket 36. In another embodiment shown in Figure 9, loops 64 of strap segments 44 and 46 may also be coupled together with a connector 72 to deploy strap system 38 as a pair of shoulder straps 74 for use in carrying bag 10 as a backpack. In yet another embodiment shown in Figure 10, loops 64 of strap segments 40 and 46 and loops 64 of strap segments 42 and 44 may be coupled with connectors 72 to deploy strap system 38 as overlapping chest straps 76 disposed in a crossing "X"
configuration. Such chest straps 76 provide greater stability for the user when carrying a load in bag 10 in this way.
[0029] In another configuration loops 64 of strap segments 40 and 44 may be coupled together using a connector 72 and loops 64 of strap segments 42 and 46 may be similarly coupled together with a connector 72. In this embodiment strap system 38 is deployed for use in securing bag 10 to a support surface, such as the roof of a vehicle for transport. The length of the resulting connecting straps can be varied by adjusters 52 to tighten or loosen the connecting straps as desired.
[0030] As shown in Figure 11, strap system 38 may also be deployed to suspend bag 10 as a hammock. In particular, loops 64 of strap segments 40 and 44 are coupled together with a connector 72 to form a first suspension strap assembly 78; and loops 64 of strap segments 42 and 46 may be similarly coupled together with a connector 72 to form a second suspension strap assembly 78. Each suspension strap assembly 78 may be secured to a support 80, such as a tree or post either directly or indirectly with a supplementary strap length, as described below. This enables bag 10 to be suspended between supports 80 for use as a hammock. Strap length adjusters 52 enable the length of each suspension strap assembly 78 to be adjusted. In the depicted embodiment, supplemental suspension straps 82 may be required to further lengthen one or both of suspension strap assemblies 78. Supplemental straps 82 may be coupled to a connector 72 (Figure 12). In another embodiment, connector 72 of suspension strap assemblies 78 may be further coupled to a piton, or some other support, if only one or no suitable supports 80 are available. In yet another embodiment loops 64 of strap segments 40 and 44 and loops 64 of strap segments 42 and 46 may secure bag 10 as a hammock, whether directly or indirectly, to an overhead support.
[0031] As will be appreciated by a person skilled in the art, many different means for releasably coupling strap segments 40, 42, 44, 46 together in different configurations, and for adjusting the length of the resulting straps, may be envisaged.
[0032] In the illustrated embodiment, either panel 20 or 22 of bag 10 can be used as a reclining surface when bag 10 is used as a hammock. Moreover, either end 12 or 14 may be used as the head-end of the hammock (in the illustrated embodiment first end 12 conforming to the tail portion of a surfboard provides a greater amount of headroom). In one embodiment, one or both of panels 20, 22 may be covered in a softer material to maximize the comfort of a reclined user.
[0033] Connecting strap segments 41 and 45 of strap system 38, which extend along opposed longitudinal sidewalls of bag 10 (Figure 2), provide bag 10 with enhanced structural support and
7 stability when deployed as a hammock. To further maximize the comfort of the user, one or more lateral support members 84 may be used to prevent "cocooning" of hammock 76, i.e. to prevent longitudinal sidewalls 26, 28 from bending excessively toward one another when a weight is placed on bag 10, such as the weight of a user As shown best in Figure 13, each lateral support member 84 is equipped with notches 86 and 88 formed in end portions thereof. In use, notches 86 and 88 each receive a strap segment 40, 42, 44, 46 forming part of a suspension strap assembly 78. When a lateral support member 84 is deployed in this manner, at a location proximate to the location of end portion 12, 14 of bag 10, a minimum spacing is maintained between coupled strap segments 40 and 44, or between coupled strap segments 42 and 46, thereby preventing cocooning. Lateral support members 84 may be stowed in storage pockets 34 and 36 when not in use, or within compartment 16 of bag 10. In another embodiment, lateral support members 84 may be permanently integrated into bag 10. In yet another embodiment, lateral support members 86 may be removably inserted into a laterally extending sleeve formed in bag 10. In a further alternative lateral support members could be adjustable in length, for example comprising telescopic segments adjustable to the desired length.
[0034] While a number of exemplary aspects, embodiments and examples have been discussed above, those of skill in the art will recognize certain modifications, permutations, additions and sub-combinations thereof. The scope of the appended claims and any claims hereafter introduced should not be limited by the embodiments set forth herein, but should be given the broadest interpretation consistent with the description as a whole.
[0034] While a number of exemplary aspects, embodiments and examples have been discussed above, those of skill in the art will recognize certain modifications, permutations, additions and sub-combinations thereof. The scope of the appended claims and any claims hereafter introduced should not be limited by the embodiments set forth herein, but should be given the broadest interpretation consistent with the description as a whole.
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1. A bag comprising a strap system adjustable between a first configuration for carrying the bag and a second configuration for suspending the bag as a hammock.
2. The bag as defined in claim 1, wherein said bag defines an elongated compartment for receiving an article to be carried, said bag having a first end and a second end and a central section located between said first and second ends, said bag further comprising first and second opposed longitudinal sidewalls extending between said first and second ends, wherein said strap system comprises support segments extending in alignment with said longitudinal sidewalls in said central section.
3. The bag as defined in claims 1 or 2, wherein said compartment is sized for carrying a board selecting from the group consisting of a surfboard, a snowboard, a wakeboard, a kite board and a paddleboard.
4. The bag as defined in claim 3, wherein said compartment is sized for carrying a surfboard.
5. The bag as defined in any one of claims 1-4, wherein said strap system comprises four separate strap segments releasably connectible in selected different pairings, said strap segments comprising a first strap segment connected to said first longitudinal sidewall partway between said first end and said central section; a second strap segment connected to said first longitudinal sidewall partway between said second end and said central section; a third strap segment connected to said second longitudinal sidewall partway between said first end and said central section; and a fourth strap segment connected to said second longitudinal sidewall partway between said second end and said central section.
6. The bag as defined in claim 5, wherein fixed ends of said first and third strap segments are located at opposed lateral locations, and wherein fixed ends of said second and fourth strap segments are located at opposed lateral locations.
7. The bag as defined in any one of claims 5-6, wherein each of said strap segments has a loop connector proximate a free end thereof.
8. The bag as defined in any one of claims 5-7, wherein said strap system comprises at least one lateral support member for maintaining a minimum spacing between connected pairs of strap segments when said bag is deployed as a hammock.
9. The bag as defined in claim 8, wherein said lateral support member has a first notch formed in one end thereof and a second notch formed in a second end thereof, wherein said first and second notches are sized for receiving a portion of one of said strap segments.
10. The bag as defined in any one of claims 5-9, wherein said support segments comprise a first strap connector segment extending between said first and second strap segments along said first longitudinal sidewall and a second strap connector extending between said third and fourth strap segments along said second longitudinal sidewall.
11. The bag as defined in any one of claims 5-9, comprising at least one storage pocket for stowing one or more strap segments when not in use.
12. The bag as defined in claim 11, wherein said at least one storage pocket is located in said central section of said bag.
13. The bag as defined in claim 5, wherein each of said strap segments is adjustable in length.
14 The bag as defined in any one of claims 1-13, wherein, in said first configuration, wherein said strap system comprises strap segments which may be selectively coupled together to form a single shoulder strap, a pair of shoulder straps, or a pair of overlapping chest straps.
15. The bag as defined in claim 10, wherein said first strap connector and said first and second strap segments comprise segments of a single unitary strap, and wherein said second strap connector and said third and fourth strap segments comprise segments of a second unitary strap.
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