GB2354747A

GB2354747A - Bicycle saddle

Info

Publication number: GB2354747A
Application number: GB9923107A
Authority: GB
Inventors: Stephen Alexander Morris
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 1999-10-01
Filing date: 1999-10-01
Publication date: 2001-04-04
Also published as: GB9923107D0

Abstract

The saddle 1 is fixed transversely so that it's length runs parallel with the handlebars. The saddle is fixed to a rigid extension 3 which is fixed to the seat pillar 5. There is rotational adjustment at both fixing points 2,4.

Description

2354747 Transverse Bicycle Saddle The present invention, known as the

transverse bicycle saddle, relates to a bicycle and more particularly to an elongated or transverse saddle therefore.

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Many attempts have been made to make the conventional saddle more comfortable, including the incorporation of foam, air and fluid in the envelope covering the saddle frame. However the intrinsic shape of the conventional saddle which extends forwards between the riders legs so that the riders legs move to either side of it while pedaling will always cause discomfort in the groin area to a certain degree.

Summary

It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide an alternative system or means of support that does not extend forward between the legs of the rider and that enables the portion of the bicyclists body weight that is transferred through the saddle area to be deployed without leg movement to either side of the saddle while pedaling and therefore without pressure to the groin area.

It is further an object of the present invention to provide a fully adjustable or nonadjustable system of fixing to a conventional or notconventional seat pillar.

The transverse saddle would be used as an alternative to the conventional saddle. The transverse design allows little or no pressure to the cyclists groin area while riding, and provides for greater freedom of movement. As such it would be seen as a promotion of comfort, health and bicycling efficiency.

Incorporated in the present invention would be a series of lugs or fixing points allowing for the attachment of long lights, reflectors or indicators that would be seen as a promotion of bicycling safety. Fixing points would also be incorporated for the addition of luggage carriers allowing wider than normal bags or loads to be carried safely and with more convenience.

According to the present invention the transverse bicycle saddle comprises an elongated saddle frame incorporating a fixing point to allow for rotational adjustment and a rigid extension that allows for backwards and forwards ad ustment which is clamped onto a seat j pillar using either conventional saddle fixings that clamp a pair of parallel and rigid metal rods which in turn are fixed to the saddle frame, or other fixings such as elongated rigid metal plates with holes for bolts at either end that are clamped to the seat pillar and the saddle frame with rotational adjustment at both points. The saddle frame incorporates appropriate soft padding or springs for comfort and also fixing points for baggage holders and reflectors or lights.

I A specific embodiment of the invention will now be described by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings in which:- Figure I shows a three quarter view of the elongated saddle frame with sliding or not sliding adjustment backwards and forwards and clamps or similar means (not shown) that allow for rotational adjustment.

Figure 2 shows a front view in perspective with the rigid extension clamped to the seat pillar.

Figure 3 shows the side view with clamping bolts or similar means (not shown) that allow for rotational and also back-wards and forwards adjustment of the saddle frame.

Figure 4 shows an alternative method of fixing with rigid plates that bolt on at either end to clamps that clamp onto the seat post and the saddle frame.

Figure 5 shows the transverse bicycle saddle fixed to a bicycle with the saddles length running parallel to the handlebars.

Referring to the drawing, the transverse saddle comprises a saddle frame (1) incorporating a rotational adjustment clamp (2) that enables the frame to be fixed onto a rigid extension (3)) that allows for forwards and backwards movement and is fixed onto a second rotational adjustment clamp (4) that fixes onto a seat pillar (5).The transverse saddle is fixed to a bicycle so that its length runs parallel to the handlebars (6). Alternative fixings consisting of rigid plates (7) with holes for bolts (8) that tighten the rotationally adjustable clamps located on the seat pillar and the underside of the saddle frame can also be used to attach the saddle to the bicycle.

Claims

1. A bicycle saddle comprising an edge against which the legs of the rider rest in use, no part of the saddle extending forwards between the legs of the rider, the said saddle henceforth described as a transverse bicycle saddle.

2. A transverse bicycle saddle as claimed in claim I in the shape of a partially flattened cylinder.

3. A transverse bicycle saddle as claimed in claim 1 or claim 2 that is fixed so that its length runs parallel with the handlebars.

4. A transverse bicycle saddle as claimed in claim I or claim 2 or claim 3 that enables the portion of the riders weight that is transferred through the saddle area to be deployed during pedaling without leg movement to either side of the saddle.

5. A transverse bicycle saddle as claimed in any previous claim that is adjustable backwards, forwards and rotationally.

6. A transverse bicycle saddle as claimed in any previous claim where the saddle frame is attached to the seat pillar of the bicycle by a rigid extension or extensions.

7. A transverse bicycle saddle as claimed in any previous claim where the saddle frame is attached to the seat pillar of the bicycle by a rigid extension or extensions that fix onto conventional saddle fixings or conventional seat pillar fixings.

8. A transverse bicycle saddle as claimed in claim 6 or claim 7 where the rigid extension or extensions incorporate sliding adjustment back-wards and forwards.

9. A transverse bicycle saddle as claimed in any previous claim where the rigid extensions incorporate rotational adjustment at either or both ends.

10. A transverse bicycle saddle as claimed in any previous claim where the saddle frame is incorporated integrally to the seat pillar of the bicycle.

11. A transverse bicycle saddle as claimed in any previous claim that incorporates a spring or spnngs integrally to the saddle frame.

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12. A transverse bicycle saddle as claimed in any previous claim that incorporates lugs or fixing points for the attachment of long lights, reflectors or indicators.

I '). A transverse bicycle saddle as claimed in any previous claim that incorporates lugs or fixing points for the attachment of saddle bags, boxes or baskets.

14. A transverse bicycle saddle substantially as described herein with reference to figures 1-5 of the accompanying drawings.