EP0650385B1 - Device for holding a boot on a snowboard - Google Patents

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EP0650385B1
EP0650385B1 EP94912584A EP94912584A EP0650385B1 EP 0650385 B1 EP0650385 B1 EP 0650385B1 EP 94912584 A EP94912584 A EP 94912584A EP 94912584 A EP94912584 A EP 94912584A EP 0650385 B1 EP0650385 B1 EP 0650385B1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A43—FOOTWEAR
    • A43B—CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF FOOTWEAR; PARTS OF FOOTWEAR
    • A43B5/00—Footwear for sporting purposes
    • A43B5/04—Ski or like boots
    • A43B5/0401—Snowboard boots
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A43—FOOTWEAR
    • A43B—CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF FOOTWEAR; PARTS OF FOOTWEAR
    • A43B5/00—Footwear for sporting purposes
    • A43B5/04—Ski or like boots
    • A43B5/0401—Snowboard boots
    • A43B5/0403—Adaptations for soles or accessories with soles for snowboard bindings
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A43—FOOTWEAR
    • A43B—CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF FOOTWEAR; PARTS OF FOOTWEAR
    • A43B5/00—Footwear for sporting purposes
    • A43B5/04—Ski or like boots
    • A43B5/0415—Accessories
    • A43B5/0417—Accessories for soles or associated with soles of ski boots; for ski bindings
    • A43B5/0421—Accessories for soles or associated with soles of ski boots; for ski bindings located underneath the sole
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63C—SKATES; SKIS; ROLLER SKATES; DESIGN OR LAYOUT OF COURTS, RINKS OR THE LIKE
    • A63C10/00—Snowboard bindings
    • A63C10/02—Snowboard bindings characterised by details of the shoe holders
    • A63C10/10—Snowboard bindings characterised by details of the shoe holders using parts which are fixed on the shoe, e.g. means to facilitate step-in
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63C—SKATES; SKIS; ROLLER SKATES; DESIGN OR LAYOUT OF COURTS, RINKS OR THE LIKE
    • A63C10/00—Snowboard bindings
    • A63C10/02—Snowboard bindings characterised by details of the shoe holders
    • A63C10/10—Snowboard bindings characterised by details of the shoe holders using parts which are fixed on the shoe, e.g. means to facilitate step-in
    • A63C10/106—Snowboard bindings characterised by details of the shoe holders using parts which are fixed on the shoe, e.g. means to facilitate step-in to the front and back of the shoe

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  • the invention relates to a device for retaining a boot on a sliding board, especially on a snowboard.
  • the invention also relates to a shoe for the practice of sliding, in particular the snowboarding, as well as a retainer.
  • Snowboarding is a sliding sport that is practiced by means of a board in the shape of plate, the front end of which is raised to form the spatula. Some boards also have the rear end raised.
  • the skier is connected to the board via two elements restraint that hold each of his shoes.
  • the retainers are generally offset along the median longitudinal axis of the plate and they form with this axis an angle of 5 to 90 degrees on either side of this axis. This angle as well as the distance - between the two retaining elements can be adjustable.
  • the retaining elements generally include a plate on which the sole of shoe is in support. At each end of the plate, the shoe is retained by a stirrup which takes hold of the front or rear toe of the shoe.
  • Such a device is for example known from the French patent application published under number 2 669 237.
  • Another device of this type is known from the published European patent application under number 396 133.
  • This device further comprises an intermediate plate which is connected to the gliding board by a trigger type link.
  • the shoe is however retained on the plate by traditional stirrups.
  • the device includes a seat hollowed out in the ski which is designed to releasably trigger an interface 2, itself fixedly attached to the shoe.
  • the interface is retained in the seat by retaining cavities located at the front and rear of the seat which cooperate with the front and rear ends of the interface and by a central positioning member which also acts as a vertical pivot between the seat and interface.
  • Triggering is carried out either by pivoting the seat around the positioning or retracting a lock calibrated by a spring, which is located at the rear of the interface.
  • the currently known retaining elements have the drawback of being bulky, either in the direction of the length of the shoe or in the direction of the height.
  • the currently known retaining elements occupy a large area of the board, and thereby disturb its flexion and / or torsion during the glide.
  • One of the aims of the invention is to propose a device for retaining a shoe on a gliding board which has a reduced bulk.
  • Another object of the invention is to propose a retaining device towards the board which ensures good transmission of the forces produced by the surfer during the glide.
  • Another object of the invention is to propose a retaining device whose construction is particularly simple.
  • Another object of the invention is to propose a retaining device which can be adapted without special adjustment to shoes of different length and volume.
  • the retaining device, the shoe and the retaining element according to the invention are defined in the claims independent 1, 17 and 19 respectively.
  • Dependent claims 2 to 16 and 18 give forms of particular achievements.
  • FIG 1 there is shown schematically seen from above a surfboard of snow 1.
  • the board is in the form of an elongated plate in a direction longitudinal median 2.
  • the lateral edges of the board are most often curved following what is commonly called dimension lines.
  • the front end 3 of the board is raised to form the spatula.
  • the rear end can also be raised, depending on the nature of the gliding discipline practiced.
  • the surfer is connected to board 1 by means of his two shoes which are retained on the upper surface of the board by retaining devices.
  • the surfer's shoes are retained next to each other in the longitudinal direction median 2, in the central area of the board, at a distance of approximately 45 centimeters from each other.
  • Both shoes are oriented respectively in directions 6 and 7 which are oriented obliquely to direction 2.
  • the angles of orientation vary depending on the case between 90 and 5 degrees on one side or on the other of the longitudinal direction depending on whether the surfer is "goofy" or "regular” in nature. In general, these angles are adjustable.
  • the shoe spacing can also be adjustable.
  • the width of the board in the central area is close to the length of the shoe or less than this length.
  • each shoe is retained on the board by a retaining device.
  • the retainer includes an element associated with the shoe and an element associated with the board.
  • One of the elements has a rib-forming means, the other element has a means forming a groove.
  • the rib and the groove have, in section, complementary forms to fit into each other. Preferably, these shapes provide an automatic backlash.
  • the device further comprises a locking means to keep the rib fitted into the groove.
  • FIG. 2 schematically illustrates a first implementation of the invention. This figure shows in perspective a retaining element 10 associated with the board and an element retainer 11 associated with the shoe sole.
  • the retaining element 10 is in the form of a rib 12 oriented along the longitudinal direction defined by the sole of the shoe, with in its lower part a base 13 intended for securing the element to the board.
  • the retaining element 11 has a longitudinal groove 15 which, in the example illustrated leads forwards and backwards. This is intended to facilitate the evacuation of snow and is not limiting.
  • the rib 12 and the groove 15 have a similar length. This length is of the same order of magnitude as the length of the shoe.
  • Figure 3 shows in cross section the element 11 fitted on the element 10.
  • the lateral flanks 17, 18 of the rib 12 are inclined relative to a vertical plane, so that the rib widens downwards.
  • the lateral flanks 19 and 20 of the rib are also inclined in a complementary manner.
  • the widths of the rib and the groove are determined so that the fit and the support between the rib and the groove in a vertical direction is done by the relative support of their respective lateral flanks.
  • the vertical support between the two elements could also be produced by cooperation of the top 21 of the rib with the bottom 22 of the groove, or else by the edges 23 of the groove with the lateral edges of the base 13, or any other suitable means.
  • the lateral edges 23 of the groove could be fitted at least locally with strips or pads 25 of elastically deformable material which ensure both a partial recovery of forces vertical, a backlash, and if necessary a slight elastic play during the slide. These bands or skates can also be useful during walking.
  • the device illustrated in the figures also comprises a locking means for holding the interlocking of the rib and the groove.
  • the figures show for this purpose for element 11 a transverse profile 28 which is located towards the middle of the rib, and which extends between its two edges lateral, towards the middle of the height.
  • the profile 28 is for example circular, but it can also present in section any other form.
  • the rib 12 has, for its part, to receive the profile 28, a notch 30 oriented along a transverse direction.
  • the notch 30 is flared upwards, to facilitate the guiding of the profile 28 during its introduction.
  • the rib 12 also has a sort of bolt 31, which is movable in one direction longitudinal, and which is positioned to be able to block the profile 28 at the bottom of the notch 30.
  • the targette is located in the middle of the width of the rib 12, it is slidably mounted in a longitudinal direction in a housing 32, and it is resiliently returned to the position for closing the notch 30 with a spring 33.
  • a zipper 35 or any other suitable means is connected to the pin 31.
  • the zipper allows momentarily retract the bolt in the rib to release the opening of the notch 30.
  • the zipper could also be replaced by a side lever or by any other suitable means for operate the targette, in particular a flexible means such as a cable.
  • the targette 31 has an inclined upper surface which allows a automatic engagement of the profile in the notch by vertical pressure of the profile on the targette. If necessary, the bottom surface of the bolt is slightly inclined to ensure automatic play take-up on the profile 28.
  • the face of the notch opposite the bolt may have an opening in which the end of the bolt engages in the closed position of the notch.
  • the notch in section has dimensions very close to those of the profile 28 to ensure its retention almost without play.
  • the mode of use of the device is as follows.
  • the element 11 associated with the shoe constitutes by example the lower part of a shoe sole, which is surmounted by a shell or a rod appropriate. This shell or this rod are not shown in the various figures.
  • the element 10 is secured to the surface of the gliding board in a desired orientation. Solidarity is carried out by any appropriate means.
  • the orientation of the element 10 relative to the longitudinal longitudinal direction 2 of the board is adjustable. Any other setting can also be added in particular an inclination adjustment of the shoe relative to a direction perpendicular to the board, or an adjustment of the distance separating the element 10 from the other retaining element from the other shoe.
  • the surfer When putting on, the surfer places his shoe so that it fits on the rib 12, and the profile 28 is presented at the opening of the notch 30. If necessary, it can facilitate this positioning by a rocking movement from front to back of his shoe. By a vertical pressure of his shoe, the surfer forces the targette 31 to open, allowing penetration and then locking the profile in the notch.
  • the cooperation between the rib and the groove on the one hand, the profile, the notch and the bolt on the other hand ensures a connection between the two retaining elements according to all the degrees of freedom.
  • the locking means that is to say the profile 28, the notch 30 and the pin 31 provide a connection in the vertical direction of fitting and in the longitudinal direction defined by the rib.
  • the surfer pulls on the pull tab 32, thus allowing the profile 28 to be released from the notch 30.
  • the rib and the groove which cooperate together can have any shape appropriate, and do not necessarily have a cross section of dimensions along their length constants.
  • the rib and / or the groove are not necessarily continuous according to their main direction.
  • Figure 5 shows the retaining element 10 in the form of a rib 40 whose lateral flanks 41, 42 are substantially convex and generally have inclinations asymmetrical with respect to a vertical and longitudinal median plane shown diagrammatically at 46.
  • the vertex 43 of the rib is inclined relative to a horizontal plane.
  • Figure 5 also shows recesses 44 and 45 distributed along the length of the rib.
  • the locking means is shown with two pins 47 and 48, located at the ribs 44, 45, the opening of which is controlled by a lateral lever 19.
  • the connection of the lever to the bolts is within the reach of those skilled in the art.
  • the shoe in this case has a two-part attachment means, located at the front and at the rear of the sole. These parts cooperate with the bolts 47, 48 and have a constant distance whatever the length of the shoe.
  • the rib may have top view of a triangular shape, or have a triangular shape in section on at least one part of its length.
  • the rib could also have several secondary branches, so example to form a "T", a "Y” or any other suitable form.
  • the other retaining element has a groove whose cross-sectional dimensions are appropriate to those of the rib.
  • the rib and the groove ensure immobilization of the shoe on the board around a vertical direction and in a direction transverse to the main direction of the rib.
  • the locking means provides a connection around in a vertical direction upwards and in the main direction of the rib. Possibly this longitudinal connection can be achieved by the interlocking of the rib and the groove, because of their shape or, by example, by transverse secondary ribs which cooperate with grooves or secondary recesses.
  • Figure 6 shows another alternative embodiment.
  • the retaining element 11 associated with the shoe is generally presented as a rib composed of two parts 51 and 52, respectively located at the front and rear of the element in alignment with each other.
  • the rib parts 51 and 52 are bounded laterally by lateral flanges, respectively 54, 55, 56, 57. These edges are preferably curved forward and backward to facilitate the market.
  • the flanges 55 and 57, 54 and 56 are separated by recesses.
  • the element 10 associated with the board is presented as a rib laterally limited by two side edges 60 and 61. Between the edges 60 and 61 in a transverse direction, the element 10 has a longitudinal recess 62. The recess 62 opens out towards the front and towards the rear. The length of the rib is close to the length of the rib formed by the side flanges 54 to 57 or lower.
  • the dimensions of a cross section of the rib formed by the longitudinal edges 60 and 61 are complementary to those of the groove formed by the edges 54 to 57 to ensure a nesting of the rib in the groove.
  • the sides of the rib and groove are inclined relative to a vertical plane.
  • the device also has a locking means.
  • the element 11 has in its central part, between parts 51 and 52, a shape 64 which extends in relief according to a longitudinal direction on the bottom of the groove.
  • This relief shape is intended to be used in the recess 62 of the rib, between the longitudinal edges 60 and 61. It has in section transverse dimensions smaller than or equal to those of the recess 62 to be able to be engaged in the recess.
  • an adjustment of these forms between them is not essential.
  • the relief shape 64 has two lateral studs 66 and 67, which extend transversely, so that the distance between their ends is approximately equal to the width of the rib.
  • the studs 66 and 67 are the ends of a profile whose central part is embedded in the relief shape 64.
  • the longitudinal edges 60, 61 of the rib have two notches 68 and 69, which are intended to receive the lateral studs 66 and 67.
  • the locking means also comprises two portions of bolt 70 and 71 which are guided in the side edges 60 and 61. These portions of bolts have the same function as the targette previously described. They can be operated by a pull tab 73.
  • the pull tab and the targette portions consist of a section folded in a "U" shape, the two lateral branches are guided inside the longitudinal edges 60 and 61. This is not limiting, and the bolt portions could be operated by a lateral lever or by any other appropriate means.
  • the targette portions can be recalled in position for closing the notches by an elastic means such as a spring, the notches 68 and 69 can be flared upward, and the targette portions can be fitted with ramps to facilitate the introduction and automatic locking of studs 66 and 67 in the notches, and if necessary to catch up on games at this level.
  • Figures 8 and 9 show another variant implementation of the invention.
  • the element 11 associated with the shoe has a sort of rib 90 oriented in the longitudinal direction of the sole.
  • the rib is here formed by four faces 91, 92, 93, 94, converging two by two towards the median longitudinal direction of the sole and towards the central area of the sole, like an "X".
  • the rib 90 is in two parts 95 and 96 located towards the front and the rear of the shoe. The two parts 95 and 96 are separated by a recess, and are connected between them by a profile 98, oriented in the longitudinal direction of the sole.
  • the element 10 associated with the board has a kind of groove 99, oriented in the longitudinal direction of the shoe, the front part and the part rear are flared. These front and rear parts are limited by four sides 101 to 104. From preferably, as shown in Figures 8 and 9, the groove 99 is formed by four studs 105 to 108, separated from each other by recesses. Each of the studs carries a side 100 to 103 of the rib.
  • the sides 93 to 96, 101 to 104 are inclined in the same way as in the previous cases.
  • the orientation of the sidewalls relative to a longitudinal direction is not limiting, it is for example of the order of 30 to 60 degrees. This orientation can also be different forwards and backwards of the shoe.
  • the figures represent flat sides. This is not limiting, and the sides could also be curved or curved.
  • the element 10 In the middle of the studs 105, 107 and 103, 104, in the longitudinal direction, the element 10 has a locking means which is intended to cooperate with the profile 98 of the element 11.
  • the locking means comprises a bolt 110, guided at sliding in a transverse direction by a transverse support 111.
  • the targette 110 can be operated at the opening by a zipper 112 which constitutes its extension beyond of the support 11.
  • an elastic means such as a spring can ensure the automatic closing of the bolt.
  • a second support 113 faces the first.
  • the two supports form between them a recess 115 intended to receive the section 98.
  • the recess 115 is flared up.
  • the targette may have an upper ramp intended for facilitate the automatic engagement of the profile, and a lower ramp intended to catch the games at this level.
  • the locking means does not act on the element associated with the shoe only in a vertical direction, upwards.
  • the other degrees of freedom between the two elements 10 and 11 in rotation or in translation are neutralized by the cooperation of sides of the groove and the rib.
  • the dimensions of the forms which cooperate by interlocking are not limiting. Preferably, they fit into the outline of the shoe sole and its projection on the board. There is no direct relationship between the length of a shoe and the longitudinal dimensions of the shapes, if although the element associated with the board can be used without modification or adjustment with shoes of different length or different volume. Just plan on these different shoes the same complementary shape and the same locations for the hanging means and the locking means.
  • the rib or the groove extends from the metatarsal area to the heel area. So for a defined range of lengths of shoes, the complementary shapes of the elements associated with the board and the shoe extend from the metatarsal area to the heel of the longer foot. However, this is not limiting with respect to the invention.
  • Elements 10 and 12 associated with the gliding board and the shoe are made in all suitable material.
  • they are made of a plastic material or a light alloy.
  • the element associated with the board could also be equipped with any appropriate means to adjust its orientation in the horizontal plane relative to axis 2 of the board, and any other suitable means for adjusting, if necessary, its inclination with respect to a perpendicular direction on the surface of the board, as well as its longitudinal position on the board.
  • the invention relates to any shoe intended for the practice of snowboarding. whatever its type, which would be equipped with a retaining element of the kind associated with the shoe.
  • the invention also relates to any intermediate plate which would be used. as an interface between a traditional shoe and a gliding board equipped with a restraint of a kind which has just been described.
  • the intermediate plate would be equipped with a additional retaining element of the kind associated with the shoe.
  • the invention also covers a gliding board which would be equipped with an element retainer integrated into its structure, or attached, of the kind associated with the gliding board.

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A retention device of a boot on a gliding board, especially a snowboard. The device includes a retention element associated with the board, cooperating with a complementary retention element associated with the boot, together ensuring a connection between the boot and the board according to different degrees of freedom. The device includes a groove for one of the elements, and a rib for the other element. The rib and the groove having complementary shapes to enable cooperation by nesting. The device also includes a gripping mechanism for one of the elements, and a latching mechanism for the other element forming a removable latch for actively retaining the rib nested in the groove.

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L'invention concerne un dispositif de retenue d'une chaussure sur une planche de glisse, notamment sur une planche de surf de neige.The invention relates to a device for retaining a boot on a sliding board, especially on a snowboard.

L'invention concerne aussi une chaussure pour la pratique de la glisse, notamment la pratique du surf de neige, ainsi qu'un élément de retenue.The invention also relates to a shoe for the practice of sliding, in particular the snowboarding, as well as a retainer.

Le surf de neige est un sport de glisse qui se pratique au moyen d'une planche en forme de plaque, dont l'extrémité avant est relevée pour former la spatule. Certaines planches ont aussi l'extrémité arrière relevée. Le skieur est relié à la planche par l'intermédiaire de deux éléments de retenue qui retiennent chacune de ses chaussures. Les éléments de retenue sont généralement décalés suivant l'axe longitudinal médian de la plaque et ils forment avec cet axe un angle de 5 à 90 degrés d'un côté ou de l'autre de cet axe. Cet angle ainsi que la distance - entre les deux éléments de retenue peuvent être réglables.Snowboarding is a sliding sport that is practiced by means of a board in the shape of plate, the front end of which is raised to form the spatula. Some boards also have the rear end raised. The skier is connected to the board via two elements restraint that hold each of his shoes. The retainers are generally offset along the median longitudinal axis of the plate and they form with this axis an angle of 5 to 90 degrees on either side of this axis. This angle as well as the distance - between the two retaining elements can be adjustable.

Il existe deux grandes familles d'éléments de retenue des chaussures sur la planche, selon que les chaussures sont de type rigide, ou de type souple. Pour les chaussures de type rigide les éléments de retenue comprennent généralement une plaque sur laquelle la semelle de chaussure est en appui. A chaque extrémité de la plaque, la chaussure est retenue par un étrier qui prend prise sur l'embout avant ou arrière de la chaussure.There are two main families of shoe retainers on the board, depending on that the shoes are of rigid type, or of flexible type. For rigid type shoes the retaining elements generally include a plate on which the sole of shoe is in support. At each end of the plate, the shoe is retained by a stirrup which takes hold of the front or rear toe of the shoe.

Un tel dispositif est par exemple connu d'après la demande de brevet français publiée sous le numéro 2 669 237.Such a device is for example known from the French patent application published under number 2 669 237.

Un autre dispositif de ce type est connu d'après la demande de brevet européen publiée sous le numéro 396 133. Ce dispositif comprend en plus une plaque intermédiaire qui est reliée à la planche de glisse par une liaison de type déclenchable. La chaussure est cependant retenue sur la plaque au moyen d'étriers traditionnels.Another device of this type is known from the published European patent application under number 396 133. This device further comprises an intermediate plate which is connected to the gliding board by a trigger type link. The shoe is however retained on the plate by traditional stirrups.

Un autre dispositif est divulgué par le document WO 91/11232. Le dispositif comprend un siège creusé dans le ski qui est prévu pour retenir de façon déclenchable un interface 2, lui-même fixé solidairement à la chaussure.Another device is disclosed in document WO 91/11232. The device includes a seat hollowed out in the ski which is designed to releasably trigger an interface 2, itself fixedly attached to the shoe.

La retenue de l'interface dans le siège est réalisée par des cavités de retenue situées à l'avant et l'arrière du siège qui coopèrent avec les extrémités avant et arrière de l'interface et par un organe de positionnement central qui fait par ailleurs office de pivot vertical entre le siège et l'interface.The interface is retained in the seat by retaining cavities located at the front and rear of the seat which cooperate with the front and rear ends of the interface and by a central positioning member which also acts as a vertical pivot between the seat and interface.

Le déclenchement est réalisé ou bien par pivotement du siège autour de l'organe de positionnement ou par escamotage d'un verrou taré par un ressort, qui est situé à l'arrière de l'interface.Triggering is carried out either by pivoting the seat around the positioning or retracting a lock calibrated by a spring, which is located at the rear of the interface.

On connaít également, par exemple d'après la demande de brevet français publiée sous le numéro 2 592 807 un élément de retenue pour des chaussures de type souple, c'est à dire des chaussures qui s'apparentent à des bottes. Ces éléments de fixation comprennent généralement une coque rigide qui est assemblée à la surface de la planche de glisse et à l'intérieur de laquelle la botte est insérée et emprisonnée.We also know, for example from the French patent application published under the number 2 592 807 a retaining element for shoes of the flexible type, that is to say shoes akin to boots. These fasteners generally include a rigid shell which is assembled on the surface of the board and inside which the boot is inserted and trapped.

Les éléments de retenue actuellement connus présentent l'inconvénient d'être encombrants, ou bien dans le sens de la longueur de la chaussure ou bien dans le sens de la hauteur. En outre, en dehors du réglage d'orientation des chaussures par rapport à la direction longitudinale de la planche, ils nécessitent des réglages d'adaptation à la chaussure du surfeur, à sa longueur principalement.The currently known retaining elements have the drawback of being bulky, either in the direction of the length of the shoe or in the direction of the height. In in addition, apart from adjusting the orientation of the shoes relative to the direction longitudinal of the board, they require adjustments to adapt to the surfer's shoe, mainly at its length.

En outre, les éléments de retenue actuellement connus occupent une surface importante de la planche, et de ce fait perturbent sa flexion et/ou sa torsion au cours de la glisse.In addition, the currently known retaining elements occupy a large area of the board, and thereby disturb its flexion and / or torsion during the glide.

Un des buts de l'invention est de proposer un dispositif de retenue d'une chaussure sur une planche de glisse qui présente un encombrement réduit.One of the aims of the invention is to propose a device for retaining a shoe on a gliding board which has a reduced bulk.

Un autre but de l'invention est de proposer un dispositif de retenue vers la planche qui assure une bonne transmission des efforts que le surfeur produit au cours de la glisse. Another object of the invention is to propose a retaining device towards the board which ensures good transmission of the forces produced by the surfer during the glide.

Un autre but de l'invention est de proposer un dispositif de retenue dont la construction est particulièrement simple.Another object of the invention is to propose a retaining device whose construction is particularly simple.

Un autre but de l'invention est de proposer un dispositif de retenue qui peut être adapté sans réglage particulier à des chaussures de longueur et de volume différents.Another object of the invention is to propose a retaining device which can be adapted without special adjustment to shoes of different length and volume.

D'autres but et avantages de l'invention apparaítront au cours de la description qui va suivre, cette description étant toutefois donnée à titre indicatif, et non limitatif.Other objects and advantages of the invention will appear during the description which follows to follow, this description being however given as an indication, and not limiting.

Le dispositif de retenue, la chaussure et l'élément de retenue selon l'invention sont définis dans les revendications indépendantes 1, 17 et 19 respectivement. Les revendications dépendantes 2 à 16 et 18 donnent des formes de réalisations particulières. The retaining device, the shoe and the retaining element according to the invention are defined in the claims independent 1, 17 and 19 respectively. Dependent claims 2 to 16 and 18 give forms of particular achievements.

L'invention sera mieux comprise en se référant à la description ci-dessous, ainsi qu'aux dessins en annexe qui en font partie intégrante.

  • La figure 1 représente de façon schématique, en vue de dessus, une planche de glisse tel qu'un surf de neige.
  • La figure 2 est une vue schématique en perspective éclatée, qui illustre l'élément de retenue associée à la planche et l'élément de retenue associé à la chaussure selon un premier mode non limitatif de mise en oeuvre de l'invention.
  • La figure 3 est une vue en coupe transversale des deux éléments de la figure 2 emboítés l'un sur l'autre.
  • La figure 4 est une vue en coupe longitudinale partielle des deux éléments de la figure 2 superposés, avant leur emboítement.
  • La figure 5 représente une vue en perspective d'une variante de réalisation de l'élément de retenue qui est associé à la planche.
  • La figure 6 est une vue schématique en perspective éclatée qui illustre l'élément de retenue associé à la planche et l'élément de retenue associé à la chaussure, selon une autre mise en oeuvre de l'invention.
  • La figure 7 est une vue en coupe transversale des deux éléments de la figure 6 emboítés l'un sur l'autre.
  • La figure 8 représente les éléments de retenue selon une autre variante de mise en oeuvre de l'invention.
  • La figure 9 est une vue de dessus de l'élément de retenue associé à la planche représenté dans la figure 8.
    • The invention will be better understood by referring to the description below, as well as to the accompanying drawings which form an integral part thereof.
  • Figure 1 shows schematically, in top view, a gliding board such as a snowboard.
  • Figure 2 is a schematic exploded perspective view, which illustrates the retaining element associated with the board and the retaining element associated with the shoe according to a first non-limiting embodiment of the invention.
  • Figure 3 is a cross-sectional view of the two elements of Figure 2 fitted one on the other.
  • Figure 4 is a partial longitudinal sectional view of the two elements of Figure 2 superimposed, before their nesting.
  • Figure 5 shows a perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the retaining element which is associated with the board.
  • FIG. 6 is a schematic exploded perspective view which illustrates the retaining element associated with the board and the retaining element associated with the shoe, according to another implementation of the invention.
  • Figure 7 is a cross-sectional view of the two elements of Figure 6 fitted one on the other.
  • FIG. 8 represents the retaining elements according to another variant embodiment of the invention.
  • FIG. 9 is a top view of the retaining element associated with the board shown in FIG. 8.

    • Dans la figure 1, on a représenté schématiquement vue de dessus une planche de surf de neige 1. La planche se présente sous la forme d'une plaque allongée suivant une direction longitudinale médiane 2. Les bords latéraux de la planche sont le plus souvent incurvés suivant ce qui est appelé de façon courante des lignes de cotes.In Figure 1, there is shown schematically seen from above a surfboard of snow 1. The board is in the form of an elongated plate in a direction longitudinal median 2. The lateral edges of the board are most often curved following what is commonly called dimension lines.

    Généralement, l'extrémité avant 3 de la planche est relevée pour former la spatule. L'extrémité arrière peut également être relevée, selon la nature de la discipline de glisse pratiquée.Generally, the front end 3 of the board is raised to form the spatula. The rear end can also be raised, depending on the nature of the gliding discipline practiced.

    Le surfeur est relié à la planche 1 par l'intermédiaire de ses deux chaussures qui sont retenues à la surface supérieure de la planche par des dispositifs de retenue. Habituellement, les chaussures du surfeur sont retenues l'une à côté de l'autre suivant la direction longitudinale médiane 2, dans la zone centrale de la planche, à une distance approximative de 45 centimètres l'une de l'autre. On a schématisé en 4 et 5 leur position. Les deux chaussures sont orientées respectivement selon des directions 6 et 7 qui sont orientées en oblique par rapport à la direction 2. Les angles d'orientation varient selon les cas entre 90 et 5 degrés d'un côté ou de l'autre de la direction longitudinale selon que le surfeur est de nature "goofy"' ou "regular". En général, ces angles sont réglables. L'écartement des chaussures peut aussi être réglable. La largeur de la planche dans la zone centrale est voisine de la longueur de la chaussure ou inférieure à cette longueur.The surfer is connected to board 1 by means of his two shoes which are retained on the upper surface of the board by retaining devices. Habitually, the surfer's shoes are retained next to each other in the longitudinal direction median 2, in the central area of the board, at a distance of approximately 45 centimeters from each other. We have schematized in 4 and 5 their position. Both shoes are oriented respectively in directions 6 and 7 which are oriented obliquely to direction 2. The angles of orientation vary depending on the case between 90 and 5 degrees on one side or on the other of the longitudinal direction depending on whether the surfer is "goofy" or "regular" in nature. In general, these angles are adjustable. The shoe spacing can also be adjustable. The width of the board in the central area is close to the length of the shoe or less than this length.

    Naturellement ceci n'est donné qu'à titre indicatif et n'a pas de valeur limitative pour l'invention. Il existe en effet de nombreux modes de réalisation d'une telle planche de glisse, en particulier de nombreuses formes différentes, symétriques ou dissymétriques adaptés notamment au gabarit du surfeur et à la discipline de glisse pratiquée.Of course this is only given for information and has no limiting value for the invention. There are indeed many embodiments of such a gliding board, in particular many different, symmetrical or asymmetrical shapes adapted especially the size of the surfer and the sliding discipline practiced.

    Selon l'invention, chaque chaussure est retenue sur la planche par un dispositif de retenue. Le dispositif de retenue comprend un élément associé à la chaussure et un élément associé à la planche. L'un des éléments présente un moyen formant une nervure, l'autre élément présente un moyen formant une rainure. La nervure et la rainure présentent en section des formes complémentaires pour s'emboíter l'une dans l'autre. De préférence, ces formes assurent un rattrapage automatique de jeu. Le dispositif comprend en outre un moyen de verrouillage pour maintenir la nervure emboítée dans la rainure.According to the invention, each shoe is retained on the board by a retaining device. The retainer includes an element associated with the shoe and an element associated with the board. One of the elements has a rib-forming means, the other element has a means forming a groove. The rib and the groove have, in section, complementary forms to fit into each other. Preferably, these shapes provide an automatic backlash. The device further comprises a locking means to keep the rib fitted into the groove.

    La figure 2 illustre de façon schématique une première mise en oeuvre de l'invention. Cette figure représente en perspective un élément de retenue 10 associé à la planche et un élément de retenue 11 associé à la semelle de chaussure.FIG. 2 schematically illustrates a first implementation of the invention. This figure shows in perspective a retaining element 10 associated with the board and an element retainer 11 associated with the shoe sole.

    L'élément de retenue 10 se présente sous la forme d'une nervure 12 orientée selon la direction longitudinale définie par la semelle de chaussure, avec dans sa partie inférieure une embase 13 destinée à la solidarisation de l'élément à la planche. De façon complémentaire, l'élément de retenue 11 présente une rainure longitudinale 15, qui, dans l'exemple illustré débouche vers l'avant et vers l'arrière. Ceci est destiné à faciliter l'évacuation de la neige et n'est pas limitatif. La nervure 12 et la rainure 15 présentent une longueur voisine. Cette longueur est du même ordre de grandeur que la longueur de la chaussure. The retaining element 10 is in the form of a rib 12 oriented along the longitudinal direction defined by the sole of the shoe, with in its lower part a base 13 intended for securing the element to the board. In addition, the retaining element 11 has a longitudinal groove 15 which, in the example illustrated leads forwards and backwards. This is intended to facilitate the evacuation of snow and is not limiting. The rib 12 and the groove 15 have a similar length. This length is of the same order of magnitude as the length of the shoe.

    La figure 3 représente en coupe transversale l'élément 11 emboíté sur l'élément 10. Ainsi que cela est visible, de préférence, les flancs latéraux 17, 18 de la nervure 12 sont inclinés par rapport à un plan vertical, de telle façon que la nervure s'élargisse vers le bas. Les flancs latéraux 19 et 20 de la nervure sont également inclinés de façon complémentaire.Figure 3 shows in cross section the element 11 fitted on the element 10. As well as that is visible, preferably, the lateral flanks 17, 18 of the rib 12 are inclined relative to a vertical plane, so that the rib widens downwards. The lateral flanks 19 and 20 of the rib are also inclined in a complementary manner.

    De préférence, les largeurs de la nervure et de la rainure sont déterminées pour que l'ajustement et l'appui entre la nervure et la rainure selon une direction verticale se fasse par l'appui relatif de leurs flancs latéraux respectifs.Preferably, the widths of the rib and the groove are determined so that the fit and the support between the rib and the groove in a vertical direction is done by the relative support of their respective lateral flanks.

    Toutefois, ceci n'est pas limitatif, et l'appui vertical entre les deux éléments pourrait être aussi réalisé par coopération du sommet 21 de la nervure avec le fond 22 de la rainure, ou bien par les bords 23 de la rainure avec les bords latéraux de l'embase 13, ou tout autre moyen approprié. Par exemple, les bords latéraux 23 de la rainure pourraient être équipés au moins localement de bandes ou de patins 25 de matériau élastiquement déformable qui assurent à la fois une reprise partielle des efforts verticaux, un rattrapage de jeu, et le cas échéant un léger jeu élastique au cours de la glisse. Ces bandes ou patins peuvent être aussi utiles au cours de la marche.However, this is not limiting, and the vertical support between the two elements could also be produced by cooperation of the top 21 of the rib with the bottom 22 of the groove, or else by the edges 23 of the groove with the lateral edges of the base 13, or any other suitable means. For example, the lateral edges 23 of the groove could be fitted at least locally with strips or pads 25 of elastically deformable material which ensure both a partial recovery of forces vertical, a backlash, and if necessary a slight elastic play during the slide. These bands or skates can also be useful during walking.

    Le dispositif illustré dans les figures comprend par ailleurs un moyen de verrouillage pour maintenir l'emboítement de la nervure et de la rainure. Les figures représentent à cet effet pour l'élément 11 un profilé transversal 28 qui est situé vers le milieu de la nervure, et qui s'étend entre ses deux bords latéraux, vers le milieu de la hauteur. Le profilé 28 est par exemple circulaire, mais il peut aussi présenter en section toute autre forme.The device illustrated in the figures also comprises a locking means for holding the interlocking of the rib and the groove. The figures show for this purpose for element 11 a transverse profile 28 which is located towards the middle of the rib, and which extends between its two edges lateral, towards the middle of the height. The profile 28 is for example circular, but it can also present in section any other form.

    La nervure 12 présente de son côté, pour recevoir le profilé 28, une encoche 30 orientée selon une direction transversale. De préférence, ainsi que cela est visible, l'encoche 30 est évasée vers le haut, pour faciliter le guidage du profilé 28 lors de son introduction.The rib 12 has, for its part, to receive the profile 28, a notch 30 oriented along a transverse direction. Preferably, as is visible, the notch 30 is flared upwards, to facilitate the guiding of the profile 28 during its introduction.

    La nervure 12 présente par ailleurs une sorte de targette 31, qui est mobile selon une direction longitudinale, et qui est positionnée pour pouvoir bloquer le profilé 28 au fond de l'encoche 30. Par exemple, la targette se trouve vers le milieu de la largeur de la nervure 12, elle est montée coulissante selon une direction longitudinale dans un logement 32, et elle est rappelée élastiquement en position d'obturation de l'encoche 30 par un ressort 33.The rib 12 also has a sort of bolt 31, which is movable in one direction longitudinal, and which is positioned to be able to block the profile 28 at the bottom of the notch 30. By example, the targette is located in the middle of the width of the rib 12, it is slidably mounted in a longitudinal direction in a housing 32, and it is resiliently returned to the position for closing the notch 30 with a spring 33.

    Une tirette 35 ou tout autre moyen approprié est reliée à la targette 31. La tirette permet d'escamoter momentanément la targette dans la nervure pour libérer l'ouverture de l'encoche 30. La tirette pourrait aussi être remplacée par un lever latéral ou par tout autre moyen approprié pour manoeuvrer la targette, notamment un moyen souple tel qu'un câble.A zipper 35 or any other suitable means is connected to the pin 31. The zipper allows momentarily retract the bolt in the rib to release the opening of the notch 30. The zipper could also be replaced by a side lever or by any other suitable means for operate the targette, in particular a flexible means such as a cable.

    Avantageusement, la targette 31 présente une surface supérieure inclinée qui permet un engagement automatique du profilé dans l'encoche par une pression verticale du profilé sur la targette. Le cas échéant, la surface inférieure de la targette est légèrement inclinée pour assurer un rattrapage de jeu automatique sur le profilé 28. De plus, la face de l'encoche opposée à la targette peut présenter une ouverture dans laquelle l'extrémité de la targette s'engage en position d'obturation de l'encoche.Advantageously, the targette 31 has an inclined upper surface which allows a automatic engagement of the profile in the notch by vertical pressure of the profile on the targette. If necessary, the bottom surface of the bolt is slightly inclined to ensure automatic play take-up on the profile 28. In addition, the face of the notch opposite the bolt may have an opening in which the end of the bolt engages in the closed position of the notch.

    Sous le niveau de la tirette, l'encoche présente en section des dimensions très voisines de celles du profilé 28 pour assurer sa retenue quasiment sans jeu. Below the level of the pull tab, the notch in section has dimensions very close to those of the profile 28 to ensure its retention almost without play.

    Le mode d'utilisation du dispositif est le suivant. L'élément 11 associé à la chaussure constitue par exemple la partie inférieure d'une semelle de chaussure, qui est surmontée d'une coque ou d'une tige appropriée. Cette coque ou cette tige ne sont pas représentées dans les différentes figures. L'élément 10 est solidarisé à la surface de la planche de glisse selon une orientation souhaitée. La solidarisation est réalisée par tout moyen approprié. Eventuellement, l'orientation de l'élément 10 par rapport à la direction longitudinale médiane 2 de la planche est réglable. Tout autre réglage peut aussi être ajouté notamment un réglage d'inclinaison de la chaussure par rapport à une direction perpendiculaire à la planche, ou un réglage de la distance séparant l'élément 10 de l'autre élément de retenue de l'autre chaussure.The mode of use of the device is as follows. The element 11 associated with the shoe constitutes by example the lower part of a shoe sole, which is surmounted by a shell or a rod appropriate. This shell or this rod are not shown in the various figures. The element 10 is secured to the surface of the gliding board in a desired orientation. Solidarity is carried out by any appropriate means. Optionally, the orientation of the element 10 relative to the longitudinal longitudinal direction 2 of the board is adjustable. Any other setting can also be added in particular an inclination adjustment of the shoe relative to a direction perpendicular to the board, or an adjustment of the distance separating the element 10 from the other retaining element from the other shoe.

    Au chaussage, le surfeur place sa chaussure pour qu'elle s'emboíte sur la nervure 12, et que le profilé 28 se présente à l'ouverture de l'encoche 30. Le cas échéant, il peut faciliter ce positionnement par un mouvement de basculement d'avant en arrière de sa chaussure. Par une pression verticale de sa chaussure, le surfeur oblige la targette 31 à s'ouvrir permettant ainsi la pénétration puis le verrouillage du profilé dans l'encoche. La coopération entre la nervure et la rainure d'une part, le profilé, l'encoche et la targette d'autre part assure une liaison entre les deux éléments de retenue suivant tous les degrés de liberté. En particulier, le moyen de verrouillage, c'est à dire le profilé 28, l'encoche 30 et la targette 31 assurent une liaison suivant la direction verticale d'emboítement et suivant la direction longitudinale définie par la nervure.When putting on, the surfer places his shoe so that it fits on the rib 12, and the profile 28 is presented at the opening of the notch 30. If necessary, it can facilitate this positioning by a rocking movement from front to back of his shoe. By a vertical pressure of his shoe, the surfer forces the targette 31 to open, allowing penetration and then locking the profile in the notch. The cooperation between the rib and the groove on the one hand, the profile, the notch and the bolt on the other hand ensures a connection between the two retaining elements according to all the degrees of freedom. In particular, the locking means, that is to say the profile 28, the notch 30 and the pin 31 provide a connection in the vertical direction of fitting and in the longitudinal direction defined by the rib.

    Pour libérer volontairement sa chaussure, le surfeur exerce une traction sur la tirette 32, permettant ainsi la libération du profilé 28 hors de l'encoche 30.To voluntarily release his shoe, the surfer pulls on the pull tab 32, thus allowing the profile 28 to be released from the notch 30.

    Selon l'invention, la nervure et la rainure qui coopèrent ensemble peuvent avoir toute forme appropriée, et n'ont pas nécessairement suivant leur longueur une section transversale de dimensions constantes. De plus, la nervure et/ou la rainure ne sont pas nécessairement continues suivant leur direction principale.According to the invention, the rib and the groove which cooperate together can have any shape appropriate, and do not necessarily have a cross section of dimensions along their length constants. In addition, the rib and / or the groove are not necessarily continuous according to their main direction.

    Pour illustrer cela, la figure 5 représente l'élément de retenue 10 sous la forme d'une nervure 40 dont les flancs latéraux 41, 42 sont sensiblement bombés et présentent globalement des inclinaisons dissymétriques par rapport à un plan vertical et longitudinal médian schématisé en 46. De plus, le sommet 43 de la nervure est incliné par rapport à un plan horizontal. La figure 5 représente aussi des évidements 44 et 45 répartis suivant la longueur de la nervure. Ces différentes variantes peuvent être mis en oeuvre ensemble, ou séparément.To illustrate this, Figure 5 shows the retaining element 10 in the form of a rib 40 whose lateral flanks 41, 42 are substantially convex and generally have inclinations asymmetrical with respect to a vertical and longitudinal median plane shown diagrammatically at 46. In addition, the vertex 43 of the rib is inclined relative to a horizontal plane. Figure 5 also shows recesses 44 and 45 distributed along the length of the rib. These different variants can be implemented together, or separately.

    Dans cette variante, le moyen de verrouillage est représenté avec deux targettes 47 et 48, situées au niveau des nervures 44, 45, dont l'ouverture est commandée par un levier latéral 19. La liaison du levier aux targettes est de la portée de l'homme du métier. La chaussure dans ce cas présente un moyen d'accrochage en deux parties, situées à l'avant et à l'arrière de la semelle. Ces parties coopèrent avec les targettes 47, 48 et ont une distance constante quelque soit la longueur de la chaussure.In this variant, the locking means is shown with two pins 47 and 48, located at the ribs 44, 45, the opening of which is controlled by a lateral lever 19. The connection of the lever to the bolts is within the reach of those skilled in the art. The shoe in this case has a two-part attachment means, located at the front and at the rear of the sole. These parts cooperate with the bolts 47, 48 and have a constant distance whatever the length of the shoe.

    D'autres adaptations pourraient aussi être adoptées. Par exemple, la nervure pourrait présenter vue de dessus une forme triangulaire, ou présenter une forme triangulaire en section sur au moins une partie de sa longueur. La nervure pourrait aussi avoir plusieurs branches secondaires, de façon par exemple à former un "T", un "Y" ou toute autre forme appropriée. On peut aussi être amené à équiper localement les différentes faces de la rainure et de la nervure de formes complémentaires faisant office de détrompeur, c'est à dire empêchant l'engagement de la chaussure sur l'élément associé à la planche dans un sens qui n'est pas le bon.Other adaptations could also be adopted. For example, the rib may have top view of a triangular shape, or have a triangular shape in section on at least one part of its length. The rib could also have several secondary branches, so example to form a "T", a "Y" or any other suitable form. We can also be required to equip locally the different faces of the groove and the rib of complementary shapes making coding office, i.e. preventing the engagement of the shoe on the element associated with the board in a direction that is not the right one.

    Naturellement l'autre élément de retenue présente une rainure dont les dimensions en section sont appropriées à celles de la nervure.Naturally the other retaining element has a groove whose cross-sectional dimensions are appropriate to those of the rib.

    De préférence, la nervure et la rainure assurent une immobilisation de la chaussure sur la planche autour d'une direction verticale et selon une direction transversale à la direction principale de la nervure. Le moyen de verrouillage assure quant à lui une liaison autour selon une direction verticale vers le haut et selon la direction principale de la nervure. Eventuellement cette liaison longitudinale peut être réalisée par l'emboítement de la nervure et de la rainure, du fait de leur forme ou, par exemple, par des nervures secondaires transversales qui coopèrent avec des rainures ou des évidements secondaires.Preferably, the rib and the groove ensure immobilization of the shoe on the board around a vertical direction and in a direction transverse to the main direction of the rib. The locking means provides a connection around in a vertical direction upwards and in the main direction of the rib. Possibly this longitudinal connection can be achieved by the interlocking of the rib and the groove, because of their shape or, by example, by transverse secondary ribs which cooperate with grooves or secondary recesses.

    La figure 6 représente une autre variante de réalisation. Selon cette variante, l'élément de retenue 11 associé à la chaussure se présente globalement comme une nervure composée de deux parties 51 et 52, respectivement situées à l'avant et l'arrière de l'élément dans l'alignement l'une de l'autre. Les parties de nervure 51 et 52 sont limitées latéralement par des rebords latéraux, respectivement 54, 55, 56, 57. Ces rebords sont de préférence incurvés vers l'avant et vers l'arrière pour faciliter la marche. Sur un même côté de l'élément, les rebords 55 et 57, 54 et 56 sont séparés par des évidements.Figure 6 shows another alternative embodiment. According to this variant, the retaining element 11 associated with the shoe is generally presented as a rib composed of two parts 51 and 52, respectively located at the front and rear of the element in alignment with each other. The rib parts 51 and 52 are bounded laterally by lateral flanges, respectively 54, 55, 56, 57. These edges are preferably curved forward and backward to facilitate the market. On the same side of the element, the flanges 55 and 57, 54 and 56 are separated by recesses.

    L'élément 10 associé à la planche se présente comme une nervure limitée latéralement par deux rebords latéraux 60 et 61. Entre les rebords 60 et 61 selon une direction transversale, l'élément 10 présente un évidement longitudinal 62. L'évidement 62 débouche vers l'avant et vers l'arrière. La longueur de la nervure est voisine de la longueur de la nervure formée par les rebords latéraux 54 à 57 ou inférieure.The element 10 associated with the board is presented as a rib laterally limited by two side edges 60 and 61. Between the edges 60 and 61 in a transverse direction, the element 10 has a longitudinal recess 62. The recess 62 opens out towards the front and towards the rear. The length of the rib is close to the length of the rib formed by the side flanges 54 to 57 or lower.

    Comme dans le cas précédent, les dimensions d'une section transversale de la nervure formée par les rebords longitudinaux 60 et 61 sont complémentaires de celles de la rainure formée par les rebords 54 à 57 pour assurer un emboítement de la nervure dans la rainure. De préférence, les flancs de la nervure et de la rainure sont inclinés par rapport à un plan vertical.As in the previous case, the dimensions of a cross section of the rib formed by the longitudinal edges 60 and 61 are complementary to those of the groove formed by the edges 54 to 57 to ensure a nesting of the rib in the groove. Preferably, the sides of the rib and groove are inclined relative to a vertical plane.

    Toutefois, la forme et les dimensions d'une section transversale ne sont pas limitatives pour l'invention. On peut aussi mettre en oeuvre des variantes de forme et d'inclinaison des flancs telles que celles qui ont été décrites précédemment.However, the shape and dimensions of a cross section are not limiting for the invention. It is also possible to implement variants of shape and inclination of the sides such than those previously described.

    Le dispositif présente par ailleurs un moyen de verrouillage. Selon la figure 6, l'élément 11 présente dans sa partie centrale, entre les parties 51 et 52, une forme 64 qui s'étend en relief selon une direction longitudinale sur le fond de la rainure. Cette forme en relief est destinée à être engagée dans l'évidement 62 de la nervure, entre les rebords longitudinaux 60 et 61. Elle présente en section transversale des dimensions inférieures ou égales à celles de l'évidement 62 pour pouvoir être engagée dans l'évidement. Toutefois, un ajustement de ces formes entre elles n'est pas indispensable. The device also has a locking means. According to FIG. 6, the element 11 has in its central part, between parts 51 and 52, a shape 64 which extends in relief according to a longitudinal direction on the bottom of the groove. This relief shape is intended to be used in the recess 62 of the rib, between the longitudinal edges 60 and 61. It has in section transverse dimensions smaller than or equal to those of the recess 62 to be able to be engaged in the recess. However, an adjustment of these forms between them is not essential.

    Latéralement, la forme en relief 64 présente deux plots latéraux 66 et 67, qui s'étendent transversalement, de telle façon que la distance entre leurs extrémités soit approximativement égale à la largeur de la nervure. Eventuellement, les plots 66 et 67 sont les extrémités d'un profil dont la partie centrale est noyée dans la forme en relief 64.Laterally, the relief shape 64 has two lateral studs 66 and 67, which extend transversely, so that the distance between their ends is approximately equal to the width of the rib. Optionally, the studs 66 and 67 are the ends of a profile whose central part is embedded in the relief shape 64.

    De façon complémentaire, les rebords longitudinaux 60, 61 de la nervure présentent deux encoches 68 et 69, qui sont destinées à recevoir les plots latéraux 66 et 67.In a complementary manner, the longitudinal edges 60, 61 of the rib have two notches 68 and 69, which are intended to receive the lateral studs 66 and 67.

    Le moyen de verrouillage comprend par ailleurs deux portions de targette 70 et 71 qui sont guidées dans les rebords latéraux 60 et 61. Ces portions de targettes ont la même fonction que la targette précédemment décrite. Elles peuvent être manoeuvrées par une tirette 73. Par exemple, la tirette et les portions de targette sont constituées par un profilé plié en "U", dont les deux branches latérales sont guidées à l'intérieur des rebords longitudinaux 60 et 61. Ceci n'est pas limitatif, et les portions de targette pourraient manoeuvrées par un levier latéral ou par tout autre moyen approprié.The locking means also comprises two portions of bolt 70 and 71 which are guided in the side edges 60 and 61. These portions of bolts have the same function as the targette previously described. They can be operated by a pull tab 73. By example, the pull tab and the targette portions consist of a section folded in a "U" shape, the two lateral branches are guided inside the longitudinal edges 60 and 61. This is not limiting, and the bolt portions could be operated by a lateral lever or by any other appropriate means.

    Comme dans le cas précédent, les portions de targette peuvent être rappelées en position d'obturation des encoches par un moyen élastique tel qu'un ressort, les encoches 68 et 69 peuvent être évasées vers le haut, et les portions de targettes peuvent être équipées de rampes pour faciliter l'introduction et le verrouillage automatique des plots 66 et 67 dans les encoches, et le cas échéant pour rattraper les jeux à ce niveau. As in the previous case, the targette portions can be recalled in position for closing the notches by an elastic means such as a spring, the notches 68 and 69 can be flared upward, and the targette portions can be fitted with ramps to facilitate the introduction and automatic locking of studs 66 and 67 in the notches, and if necessary to catch up on games at this level.

    Les figures 8 et 9 représentent une autre variante de mise en oeuvre de l'invention. Selon cette variante, l'élément 11 associé à la chaussure présente une sorte de nervure 90 orientée selon la direction longitudinale de la semelle. La nervure est ici formée par quatre faces 91, 92, 93, 94, convergeant deux à deux vers la direction longitudinale médiane de la semelle et vers la zone centrale de la semelle , à la manière d'un "X". En outre, selon le mode de réalisation illustré, la nervure 90 est en deux parties 95 et 96 situées vers l'avant et l'arrière de la chaussure. Les deux parties 95 et 96 sont séparées par un évidement, et sont reliées entre elles par un profilé 98, orienté selon la direction longitudinale de la semelle.Figures 8 and 9 show another variant implementation of the invention. According to this variant, the element 11 associated with the shoe has a sort of rib 90 oriented in the longitudinal direction of the sole. The rib is here formed by four faces 91, 92, 93, 94, converging two by two towards the median longitudinal direction of the sole and towards the central area of the sole, like an "X". In addition, depending on the mode of illustrated embodiment, the rib 90 is in two parts 95 and 96 located towards the front and the rear of the shoe. The two parts 95 and 96 are separated by a recess, and are connected between them by a profile 98, oriented in the longitudinal direction of the sole.

    De façon complémentaire, l'élément 10 associé à la planche présente une sorte de rainure 99, orientée selon la direction longitudinale de la chaussure, dont la partie avant et la partie arrière sont évasées. Ces parties avant et arrière sont limitées par quatre flancs 101 à 104. De préférence, ainsi que le représente les figures 8 et 9, la rainure 99 est formée par quatre plots 105 à 108, séparés entre eux par des évidements. Chacun des plots porte un flanc 100 à 103 de la nervure.In addition, the element 10 associated with the board has a kind of groove 99, oriented in the longitudinal direction of the shoe, the front part and the part rear are flared. These front and rear parts are limited by four sides 101 to 104. From preferably, as shown in Figures 8 and 9, the groove 99 is formed by four studs 105 to 108, separated from each other by recesses. Each of the studs carries a side 100 to 103 of the rib.

    De préférence, les flancs 93 à 96, 101 à 104 sont inclinés de la même façon que dans les cas précédents. L'orientation des flancs par rapport à une direction longitudinale n'est pas limitative, elle est par exemple de l'ordre de 30 à 60 degrés. Cette orientation peut aussi être différente vers l'avant et vers l'arrière de la chaussure. En outre, les figures représentent des flancs plans. Ceci n'est pas limitatif, et les flancs pourraient aussi être incurvés ou bombés.Preferably, the sides 93 to 96, 101 to 104 are inclined in the same way as in the previous cases. The orientation of the sidewalls relative to a longitudinal direction is not limiting, it is for example of the order of 30 to 60 degrees. This orientation can also be different forwards and backwards of the shoe. In addition, the figures represent flat sides. This is not limiting, and the sides could also be curved or curved.

    Au milieu des plots 105, 107 et 103, 104, dans le sens longitudinal, l'élément 10 présente un moyen de verrouillage qui est destiné à coopérer avec le profil 98 de l'élément 11.In the middle of the studs 105, 107 and 103, 104, in the longitudinal direction, the element 10 has a locking means which is intended to cooperate with the profile 98 of the element 11.

    Dans l'exemple illustré, le moyen de verrouillage comprend une targette 110 , guidée au coulissement selon une direction transversale par un support transversal 111. La targette 110 peut être manoeuvrée à l'ouverture par une tirette 112 qui constitue son prolongement au delà du support 11. Comme dans le cas précédent, un moyen élastique tel qu'un ressort peut assurer la fermeture automatique de la targette.In the example illustrated, the locking means comprises a bolt 110, guided at sliding in a transverse direction by a transverse support 111. The targette 110 can be operated at the opening by a zipper 112 which constitutes its extension beyond of the support 11. As in the previous case, an elastic means such as a spring can ensure the automatic closing of the bolt.

    De préférence, un second support 113 fait face au premier. Les deux supports forment entre eux un évidement 115 destiné à recevoir le profilé 98. Eventuellement, l'évidement 115 est évasé vers le haut. De plus, la targette peut présenter une rampe supérieure destinée à faciliter l'engagement automatique du profilé, et une rampe inférieure destinée à rattraper les jeux à ce niveau.Preferably, a second support 113 faces the first. The two supports form between them a recess 115 intended to receive the section 98. Optionally, the recess 115 is flared up. In addition, the targette may have an upper ramp intended for facilitate the automatic engagement of the profile, and a lower ramp intended to catch the games at this level.

    Selon la présente variante, le moyen de verrouillage n'agit sur l'élément associé à la chaussure que selon une direction verticale, vers le haut. Les autres degrés de liberté entre les deux éléments 10 et 11 en rotation ou en translation sont neutralisés par la coopération des flancs de la rainure et de la nervure. According to the present variant, the locking means does not act on the element associated with the shoe only in a vertical direction, upwards. The other degrees of freedom between the two elements 10 and 11 in rotation or in translation are neutralized by the cooperation of sides of the groove and the rib.

    Les dimensions des formes qui coopèrent par emboítement ne sont pas limitatives. De préférence, elles s'inscrivent dans le contour de la semelle de chaussure et de sa projection sur la planche. Il n'y a pas de relation directe entre la longueur d'une chaussure et les dimensions longitudinales des formes, si bien que l'élément associé à la planche peut être utilisé sans modification ni réglage avec des chaussures de longueur différente ou de volume différent. Il suffit de prévoir sur ces différentes chaussures la même forme complémentaire et les mêmes emplacements pour le moyen d'accrochage et le moyen de verrouillage. De préférence, au niveau de la chaussure, la nervure ou la rainure s'étend depuis la zone des métatarses jusque la zone du talon. Ainsi, pour une gamme définie de longueurs de chaussures, les formes complémentaires des éléments associés à la planche et à la chaussure s étendent depuis la zone des métatarses jusqu'au talon du pied de plus grande longueur. Toutefois, ceci n'est pas limitatif vis à vis de l'invention.The dimensions of the forms which cooperate by interlocking are not limiting. Preferably, they fit into the outline of the shoe sole and its projection on the board. There is no direct relationship between the length of a shoe and the longitudinal dimensions of the shapes, if although the element associated with the board can be used without modification or adjustment with shoes of different length or different volume. Just plan on these different shoes the same complementary shape and the same locations for the hanging means and the locking means. Preferably, at the level of the shoe, the rib or the groove extends from the metatarsal area to the heel area. So for a defined range of lengths of shoes, the complementary shapes of the elements associated with the board and the shoe extend from the metatarsal area to the heel of the longer foot. However, this is not limiting with respect to the invention.

    Les éléments 10 et 12 associés à la planche de glisse et à la chaussure sont réalisés en tout matériau approprié. Par exemple, ils sont réalisés en une matière plastique ou un alliage léger.Elements 10 and 12 associated with the gliding board and the shoe are made in all suitable material. For example, they are made of a plastic material or a light alloy.

    Naturellement la présente description n'est donnée qu'à titre indicatif, et l'on pourrait adopter d'autres mises en oeuvre de l'invention sans pour autant sortir du cadre de celle-ci, défini par les revendications.Naturally this description is given for information only, and we could adopt other implementations of the invention without departing from the scope thereof, defined by the claims.

    En particulier, l'élément associé à la planche pourrait être en outre équipé de tout moyen approprié pour régler son orientation dans le plan horizontal par rapport à l'axe 2 de la planche, et de tout autre moyen approprié pour régler le cas échéant son inclinaison par rapport à une direction perpendiculaire à la surface de la planche, ainsi que sa position longitudinale sur la planche.In particular, the element associated with the board could also be equipped with any appropriate means to adjust its orientation in the horizontal plane relative to axis 2 of the board, and any other suitable means for adjusting, if necessary, its inclination with respect to a perpendicular direction on the surface of the board, as well as its longitudinal position on the board.

    De plus, il va de soi que l'invention concerne toute chaussure destinée à la pratique du surf de neige quelque soit son type, qui serait équipée d'un élément de retenue du genre associé à la chaussure.In addition, it goes without saying that the invention relates to any shoe intended for the practice of snowboarding. whatever its type, which would be equipped with a retaining element of the kind associated with the shoe.

    Egalement, il va de soi que l'invention concerne aussi toute plaque intermédiaire qui serait utilisée comme interface entre une chaussure traditionnelle et une planche de glisse équipée d'un élément de retenue d'un genre qui vient d'être décrit. Dans ce cas, la plaque intermédiaire serait équipée d'un élément de retenue complémentaire du genre associé à la chaussure.Also, it goes without saying that the invention also relates to any intermediate plate which would be used. as an interface between a traditional shoe and a gliding board equipped with a restraint of a kind which has just been described. In this case, the intermediate plate would be equipped with a additional retaining element of the kind associated with the shoe.

    Il va de soi aussi que l'invention couvre aussi une planche de glisse qui serait équipée d'un élément de retenue intégré à sa structure, ou rapporté, du genre associé à la planche de glisse.It goes without saying also that the invention also covers a gliding board which would be equipped with an element retainer integrated into its structure, or attached, of the kind associated with the gliding board.

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    1. Device for retaining a boot on a snowboard, the device comprising a retaining element (10) provided to be associated with the board and a surf boot the sole of which has a complementary retaining element (11), the retaining element (10) and the complementary retaining element (11) cooperating to ensure a linkage between the boot and the board according to the different degrees of freedom, characterized in that it comprises, for one of the elements, a means defining a groove (15, 51, 52, 99) and, for the other element, a means defining a rib (12, 40, 60, 61, 95, 96), the rib and the groove having complementary shapes to be capable of cooperating by nesting, the rib (12, 60, 61, 95, 96) and the groove (15, 51, 52, 99) extend inside the contour of the sole of the boot and its projection on the board, that it also comprises latching means to actively retain the rib (12, 40, 60, 61, 95, 96) nested in the groove (15, 51, 52, 99) at least along the nesting direction, the latching means comprising, for one of the elements (10, 11), at least one hooking means (28, 66, 67, 98) and, for the other element (10, 11), at least one sash bolt (31, 47, 48, 70, 71, 110) or a slide bolt, the latching means being located towards the middle of the rib (12, 40, 60, 61, 95, 96) and the groove (15, 51, 52, 99) or distributed along the length of the rib (40) and the groove (15, 51, 52, 99), and that it further comprises a control means (35, 73, 112) to at least open the latching means voluntarily.
    2. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the rib (12, 60, 61, 95, 96) and the groove (15, 51, 52, 99) extend along a principal direction parallel to the upper surface of the board, and that the latch (28, 66, 67, 98, 31, 70, 71, 110) is located toward the middle of the rib and the groove.
    3. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the latching means comprises at least two sash bolts (47, 48) distributed along the length of the rib (40).
    4. Device according to claim 2, characterized in that the latch (28, 47, 48, 66, 67, 85, 31, 70, 71) retains the rib (12, 40, 60, 61, 95) nested in the groove (15, 51, 52) along the nesting direction and along the principal direction of the rib.
    5. Device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the rib (12, 40, 60, 61, 95, 96) and/or the groove (15, 51, 52, 99) have inclined sides (17, 18, 19, 20, 91, 92, 93, 94, 101, 102, 103, 104).
    6. Device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the groove and/or the rib (40) have sides (41, 42) of asymmetrical inclination and/or orientation.
    7. Device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the top (43) of the rib (40) and/or the bottom of the rib are inclined with respect to a horizontal plane parallel to the surface of the board.
    8. Device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the rib (12, 60, 61) and the groove (15, 51, 52) extend along a principal direction parallel to the longitudinal and transverse direction defined by the sole of the boot.
    9. Device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the rib and the groove extend along a principal direction transverse to the longitudinal and transverse direction defined by the sole of the boot.
    10. Device according to any of claims 1-8, characterized in that the rib (95, 96) and the groove (99), seen from the top, have an "X" shape.
    11. Device according to claim 8, characterized in that the groove extends in two portions (51, 52) located at the front and the rear of the sole of the boot, and that the rib comprises a longitudinal profile (60, 61), and that the hooking (66, 67) and latching (70, 71) means are located toward the mid-length of the groove and the rib.
    12. Device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the hooking means is a profile (28, 66, 67) oriented along a direction transverse to the principal direction of the rib, and that the latching means comprises at least one notch (30, 68, 69) for receiving the profile, and at least one sash bolt (31, 70, 71) for closing the notch in a reversible fashion.
    13. Device according to any of claims 1-11, characterized in that the hooking means is a catch, and that the latching means is a movable bolt.
    14. Device according to any of claims 1, 2, 4-11, characterized in that the hooking means is a profile (98) oriented parallel to the principal direction of the groove, and that the latching means is a sash bolt (110) which retains the profile along a vertical direction.
    15. Device according to claim 12, characterized in that the rib (60, 61) has in its central portion a housing (62), and that the groove (51, 52) has in its central portion a projecting form (64), of which at least the dimensions of a section transverse to the principal direction of the groove are less than or equal to the dimensions of a transverse section of the housing so as to be nested in the housing at the same time as the rib in the groove, that the projecting form (64) has two lateral hooking projections (66, 67), and that the rib has two notches (68, 69) on each side of the housing which are open upwardly for receiving the two hooking projections, and that the groove is equipped with two sash bolts (70, 71) for blocking the hooking projections at the bottom of the notches (68, 69) along a vertical direction.
    16. Device according to any of claims 12, 13, 14, or 15, characterized in that the latching means (31, 70, 71, 110) is housed and guided in the rib (12, 60, 61, 111, 113).
    17. Boot adapted for snowboarding, characterized in that the sole of the boot has a groove (15, 51, 52, 99) that extends inside the contour of the sole along a substantially longitudinal direction of the boot, a hooking means (28, 66, 67) being affixed to the sole and located toward the mid-length of the groove (15, 51, 52, 99).
    18. Boot according to claim 17, characterized in that the hooking means (28, 66, 67, 98) is a profile oriented along a direction transverse to the longitudinal direction.
    19. Element (10) for retaining a boot on a snowboard, characterized in that it has a rib (12, 60, 61, 95, 96) provided to cooperate with the boot, and at least one latching means (31, 47, 48, 70, 71, 110) located toward the mid-length of the rib.
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