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EP2777790A1
EP2777790A1 EP14159013.3A EP14159013A EP2777790A1 EP 2777790 A1 EP2777790 A1 EP 2777790A1 EP 14159013 A EP14159013 A EP 14159013A EP 2777790 A1 EP2777790 A1 EP 2777790A1
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Lee Anthony Prescott
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Event Design and Build Ltd
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63K—RACING; RIDING SPORTS; EQUIPMENT OR ACCESSORIES THEREFOR
    • A63K3/00—Equipment or accessories for racing or riding sports
    • A63K3/04—Hurdles or the like
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63K—RACING; RIDING SPORTS; EQUIPMENT OR ACCESSORIES THEREFOR
    • A63K3/00—Equipment or accessories for racing or riding sports
    • A63K3/04—Hurdles or the like
    • A63K3/046—Equestrian hurdles
    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y10—TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC
    • Y10T—TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER US CLASSIFICATION
    • Y10T29/00—Metal working
    • Y10T29/49—Method of mechanical manufacture
    • Y10T29/49826—Assembling or joining

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  • the present invention relates to a pole suitable for use in show jumping equestrian events, i.e. in the construction of temporary fences/obstacles with a cross beam or the like.
  • a wooden pole When constructing obstacles for use in show jumping events, it is common to utilise a wooden pole as a cross beam, supported between fence posts or the like.
  • the wooden cross beam provides a barrier at a predetermined height, but it is not securely fixed such that it will be knocked off its support in the event of substantial contact with either a horse or rider.
  • a conventional wooden construction should be made to meet specific international standards of length and weight; however, it can be appreciated that attaining the tolerance set by the international standards can be difficult dependent on the density/nature of the wood etc. Furthermore, wooden poles are known to splinter when split by a breaking force which can cause injury.
  • the present invention seeks to provide a pole for show jumping that is capable of replacing a traditional wooden cross-beam construction.
  • the pole of the invention must meet or exceed the effectiveness/capabilities of traditional wooden cross beams.
  • the pole according to the invention is comprised of a continuous length, e.g. an extrusion, capable of being cut to a required size.
  • the pole includes an external wall and an internal channel, i.e. cavity forming structure, extending the length of the extrusion.
  • the cavity is a substantially tubular construction, supported by ribs extending to the external wall(s).
  • the channel can be used for specific purposes, e.g. a weighted element can be inserted into the cavity to modify the overall weight of the pole according to the requirements of the show jump event (where it is typical to include heavy poles at the bottom of a jump and lighter poles at the top where they are easier to knock off).
  • a weighted element can be inserted into the cavity to modify the overall weight of the pole according to the requirements of the show jump event (where it is typical to include heavy poles at the bottom of a jump and lighter poles at the top where they are easier to knock off).
  • an insert element can have (alternatively or additionally) acoustic dampening characteristics such that the sound made when it falls is reduced.
  • insert functions may be considered such as electronic equipment to record information about the obstacle and strike forces etc.
  • the "insert” is a material (e.g. granular like sand) able to be poured or otherwise introduced to the cavity to lend weight to the pole.
  • the pole is provided with an end cap including protrusions that can be received by the cavity or rib structure etc., such that an interference fit is possible.
  • the "cavity” can be interchangeably referred to as a channel, bore or other equivalent void space inherent in the internal pole structure and capable of receiving an insert.
  • the continuous length is preferably manufactured as an extrusion from a suitable plastic where the wall thickness, ribs, channel etc., are controlled as far as possible to produce a consistent weight per length.
  • an insert element or material of known weight can be utilised.
  • Other manufacturing techniques can be considered if they produce a generally equivalently functioning product.
  • the design of the structure and material of the pole, according to the invention results in a controlled "fail".
  • the pole of the invention will simply bend until it reaches an elastic limit, at which point it will undergo plastic deformation. If continued stress is applied then the pole will eventually shear across the deformation leaving a clean break and no splinters which could cause further injury.
  • Figure 1 illustrates a general view of a pole of indeterminate length according to the invention, further including the features of an end cap and an insert element.
  • a pole 10 capable for use as a cross beam in a show jumping obstacle is illustrated by Figure 1 .
  • the pole 10 can be cut or formed to any required length (usually dictated by Show Jumping Standards), as indicated by dotted lines in the mid-section.
  • Pole 10 is manufactured as an extrusion which forms a cavity or channel 11 extending for the full length of the extrusion.
  • Channel 11 itself is a tubular shape and part of an internal structure effectively suspended by ribs 12 extending laterally from the inner tube wall 13 toward an external pole wall 14.
  • each of the pole/tube have a circular cross-section and, hence, only a "single" continuous wall.
  • further embodiments may take different cross-sectional shapes, e.g. oval, square, triangle, etc.
  • a suitable insert element 15 is illustrated which has a circular cross-section capable of being received into the central tube, channel or bore 11 of pole 10.
  • insert 15 depends on the properties it is to impart to the pole 10.
  • insert 15 could have a heavy cast iron construction in order to lend significant weight to the pole or, alternatively, be made of soft foam that provides acoustic dampening qualities.
  • Insert 15 may be a single continuous length or provided in several pieces, especially if a tailored weight is required. In such cases it is preferable to insert and secure an element 15 into each end of the pole rather than allowing free sliding movement of any insert element because this could affect the weight distribution of the pole which is undesirable.
  • a spacer element (not illustrated) between inserts may be employed so that multiple inserts can be distributed along the length of the pole. Multiple types of insert material can be used at the same time, because it is desirable to fill up the substantive void provided by channel 11.
  • pole 10 is a plastic extrusion and, as such, a plastic moulding/extrusion can be coloured as required, which avoids the need for additional undercoat/base paint as would be necessary in connection with a wooden pole. Further colours/stripes etc., can be applied during the manufacturing process using known techniques.
  • a pole according to the invention would likely possess an external diameter of approximately 95 millimetres with an internal tube diameter of 25.4 millimetres, suitable for receiving a common type of iron rod as an insert element 15.
  • cap 16 is provided to secure any insert element within pole 10 and provide a tidy finish.
  • cap 16 includes one or more protrusions 17 that will mate with the internal structure/extrusion profile of pole 10, in this case ribs 12 and the central tubular cavity 11.
  • the closure of cap 16 is by way of an interference fit such that the interior of pole 10 is easily accessible and inserts can be added or removed when needed.
  • other fastening mechanisms can be considered such as a bayonet fitting or spring biased push buttons.
  • pole 10 can be provided, cut to standard lengths (e.g. 10 foot or 12 foot), as a set with end caps and a range of inserts as required.
  • standard lengths e.g. 10 foot or 12 foot
  • the pole construction of the present invention provides a simple but effective alternative to traditional wooden pole cross beams that are able to provide better manufacturing tolerances and a flexible degree of customisation for the end user. Available production techniques and materials can be utilised for the purposes of manufacturing a pole according to the invention.

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GB1304378.1A GB2511764B (en) 2013-03-12 2013-03-12 Pole for show jumping

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FR2048516A7 (en) * 1969-05-19 1971-03-19 Susanna Domenico Tubular synthetic resin hurdle for horses
DE20110561U1 (de) * 2001-06-26 2002-11-14 Wemas Gmbh Hindernisstange
DE202010003355U1 (de) * 2010-03-10 2010-06-17 Drücker, Otto Hindernisstange für den Reitsport

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GB8822226D0 (en) * 1988-09-21 1988-10-26 Lamming S D Plastic equestrian showjumping pole
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FR2048516A7 (en) * 1969-05-19 1971-03-19 Susanna Domenico Tubular synthetic resin hurdle for horses
DE20110561U1 (de) * 2001-06-26 2002-11-14 Wemas Gmbh Hindernisstange
DE202010003355U1 (de) * 2010-03-10 2010-06-17 Drücker, Otto Hindernisstange für den Reitsport

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