JPH04118007U - shoe fasteners - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Summary] [Objective] To provide a tightening device 10 that allows shoes to be easily and quickly put on and taken off even when the shoelaces 50 are tied. [Configuration] A shoelace 50 is attached to the shoelace hole 44 provided in the shoe upper 46.
In the shoe S, a pair of left and right locking members 12 and 14 having a U-shaped cross section and arranged so as to sandwich the lace hole 44 are attached to the shoe body 42 with a mounting pin 30, and a tape-shaped Attach one end of the hook-and-loop fastener 36 to one locking member 12, attach the folding ring 28 that allows the hook-and-loop fastener 36 to be folded back to the other locking member 14, and pull the hook-and-loop fastener 36 folded back by the folding ring 28. The shoe body 42 was then tightened, and the folded portion 54 of the hook-and-loop fastener 36 was attached to the attachment side of the hook-and-loop fastener 36 to maintain the tightened state.

Description

[Detailed explanation of the idea]

0001

[Industrial application field]

The present invention relates to a tightening device for shoes, and more specifically, a tightening device for shoes that can be put on and taken off. It concerns equipment.

0002

[Problems to be solved by conventional technology and ideas]

In conventional shoes with shoelaces, such as athletic shoes, they are arranged in rows on both the left and right sides of the shoe upper. The shoelaces are inserted through the lace holes. When wearing such shoes, do not insert your feet into the shoes. With the shoe laces in place, pull both ends of the shoelaces to tighten the shoe openings, etc. Then, the tightened state Tie the shoelaces in a bow knot to keep them tight. When taking off your shoes, Untie the knots in your shoelaces to ease the tightness.

0003 However, every time you put on or take off your shoes, you have to tighten and loosen the shoelaces as described above. It was very troublesome. Even if you can take off your shoes without untying them, When I put on my shoes, I had to undo the knots. Also, butterflies Children who could not tie their shoes could not put on or take them off by themselves.

0004

[Means to solve the problem]

Therefore, the following measures were taken to solve the above problem. In other words, the tightening device of the present invention allows shoelaces to be inserted into the shoelace holes provided on both the left and right sides of the shoe upper. Which fastening member is inserted in the shoe and is arranged so as to sandwich the lace hole. A pair of locking members each having a U-shaped cross section, a through hole provided in the locking member, and a front Attaching the locking member to the shoe body by inserting the locking member into the through hole and the lace hole. A mounting pin that can be attached to the hook-and-loop fastener and the other locking member, and inserted through this to fold the hook-and-loop fastener. Equipped with a folding ring that allows the folded hook-and-loop fastener to be pulled back. Tighten the shoes evenly, and insert the folded end of the hook-and-loop fastener into the mounting end of the hook-and-loop fastener. It is attached to the side to maintain the tightened state.

[0005] The "lace hole" here refers not only to the hole for inserting the shoelace, but also to the hole for inserting the shoelace. It also includes a hole for inserting a fastening member that performs a similar function, such as a wire-like fastening member. be caught.

[0006] In addition, "a locking member having a U-shaped cross section" refers to a locking member having a U-shaped cross section or a V-shaped cross section. In addition to H-shaped or H-shaped items, you can also hold items with a certain thickness from both sides. This includes everything that can be included.

[0007]

[Effect]

In the fastener of the present invention, the mounting pin is connected to the through hole provided in the locking member. A pair of locking members are attached to the shoe body by inserting them into the lace holes provided in the shoe body. can be used.

[0008] One end of the tape-like hook-and-loop fastener is attached to one of the locking members, and the other end is attached to the other locking member. After inserting the loop fastener through the folding ring attached to the fastening member, use the folding ring to - Fold back. At the same time, the folding ring positions the hook-and-loop fastener on the folded side. Tighten the shoe body by pulling it in the opposite direction to the direction in which it is placed. and tighten Attach the folded end of the hook-and-loop fastener to the installation end of the hook-and-loop fastener while maintaining its condition. wear it.

[0009] In addition, just by pulling the folded end above away from the end where the hook-and-loop fastener is attached, the shoe can be attached. It is possible to relieve the tightness of the body.

0010 In this way, according to the fastener of the present invention, it is easy to use just by operating the hook-and-loop fastener. Moreover, you can quickly put on and take off your shoes.

[0011] As mentioned above, if you attach the hook-and-loop fastener while keeping it in tension, the locking part The material is always urged forward by this hook-and-loop fastener. However, the front The locking member that is about to come out and the mounting pin that is trying to prevent it. Due to the reaction force generated, the attachment of the locking member to the shoe body becomes more secure. It becomes real.

0012

【Example】

Hereinafter, one embodiment of the present invention will be described based on the drawings. FIG. 1 shows a fastening tool 10, and reference numerals 12 and 14 in this figure are These are a pair of left and right locking members each having a U-shaped cross section. The material of the locking members 12 and 14 is Examples include synthetic resin, rubber, metal, wood, etc., which have flexibility and excellent properties. It is preferable that the material is made of a material having high mechanical strength. Locking member 12 , 14 are respectively a front part 16 which bulges out slightly forward, and an inner part of this front part 16. An inner part 18 extending rearward from the end, and an inner part 18 extending from the outer end of the front part 16 in the same direction as the inner part 18. It consists of an outer part 20 extending from . As a result, each locking member 12, 14 A space 22 is maintained between the inner part 18 and the outer part 20. In addition, front part 1 6. The shapes of the inner part 18 and the outer part 20 are not limited to those described above. Also, locking Members 12, 14 each have separate front 16, inner 18 and outer 20 sections. It may be made by combining them together, or it may be made by integrally molding.

[0013] A through hole 24 with a diameter of about 1 mm is provided approximately at the center of each outer portion 20. Ru. Further, a recess 26 is provided at a position corresponding to the through hole 24 in the inner part 18. I'm being kicked. A through hole passing through the inner part 18 may be provided instead of the recess 26. I do not care.

[0014] Note that the locking members 12 and 14 may be formed into a U-shape from the beginning. In addition, a flat member having through holes 24 at both ends is bent into a U-shape and used. It's okay. In this case, bending grooves are provided in parallel at the bending points of the flat member. It is preferable to leave the

[0015] Of the two locking members 12 and 14 described above, one of the locking members 14 has a A folding ring 28 is attached. Reference numeral 29 indicates the position where the folding ring 28 is removed. It is a base for attachment, and is integrally molded with the locking member 14. Folding ring The material of the hook 28 is not particularly limited, and may be the same material as the locking members 12 and 14. may be different. In addition, the position to attach this folding ring 28 is , the front portion 16, the outer portion 20, or an intermediate portion thereof.

[0016] Reference numeral 30 is a mounting pin for mounting the locking members 12, 14. This collection The attachment pin 30 has a rectangular parallelepiped-shaped head 32 and a diameter that allows it to be inserted into the through hole 24. It consists of a cylindrical pin portion 34 having a cylindrical pin portion 34. There are particular restrictions on the material of the mounting pin 30. There is no specific limitation, and they may be the same as or different from the locking members 12 and 14, but Synthetic resins and metals having high mechanical strength are most suitable. In addition, the pin part 34 The length is equal to the distance from the outer surface of the outer portion 20 to the smooth bottom surface of the recess 26. Although it is preferable that the

[0017] Reference numeral 36 is a tape-like hook-and-loop fastener. One end of this hook-and-loop fastener 36 is The outer surface of the outer part 20 of the locking member 12 on which the folding ring 28 is not provided is attached with adhesive. Reference numeral 38 indicates the mounting portion. This installation The attachment is not limited to adhesive, but may be done using small screws, for example. Ma Alternatively, other methods may also be used. The longitudinal center portion of this hook-and-loop fastener 36 A loop tape portion 36a in which piles are planted on one entire surface of the loop tape portion 36a with 40 as the boundary; On the other hand, a hook tape portion 36b in which hooks are planted on the entire surface is provided. In this embodiment, the loop tape portion 36a is closer to the attachment portion 38. However, the loop tape section 36a and the hook tape section 36b may be reversed. do not have. Further, each of them may be provided only at desired locations. In addition, the rule A hook-and-loop fastener in which the hook tape portion 36a and the hook tape portion 36b are provided on the same surface. 36 was used, but the loop tape section is not limited to this, and the loop tape part is used on the entire surface or part of one side. 36a is provided, and a hook tape portion 36b is provided on the entire surface or a part of the back side thereof. A rounded hook-and-loop fastener 36 can also be used.

[0018] The state of use of the tightening tool 10 having the above configuration will be explained based on FIGS. 2 and 3. FIG. In the figure, the reference numeral 42 indicates a stand for protecting the ankle, such as a basketball shoe. This is a high-cut type shoe body having a rising portion 47. The code 44 is a string hole. , are arranged in rows on both sides of the vertically divided portion 48 of the shoe upper 46 in the shoe body 42. code 5 0 is a shoelace inserted into the lace hole 44. By the shoe body 42 and the shoelace 50 Shoes S are configured.

[0019] The shoelace 50 is arranged in order from the lace hole 44a at the frontmost part (the one closest to the toe) to the lace hole 44a. Leaving the rearmost string holes 44z provided on both sides of the front of the rising part 47, there is one hole in the front. It is inserted through the string hole 44 up to the string hole 44y. And both ends of the shoelace 50 The portion 50a comes out from the string hole 44y.

[0020] Attach the locking member 14 of the fastener 10 to the upper left side of the rising portion 47 of the shoe body 42. The locking member 12 is attached to the upper right end of the rising portion 47, respectively. The locking members 12 and 14 may be reversed from the above. How to install , First, the rearmost string hole 44z is installed inside the space 22 held by the locking members 12 and 14. In other words, the string hole 44z is located between the inner part 18 and the outer part 20. Insert the locking members 12 and 14 so that they are sandwiched. Then, in this state, the locking part Insert the mounting pin 30 into the through hole 24 from the outside of the materials 12 and 14, and , and insert the tip of the mounting pin 30 into the recess 26. threaded installation The pin portion 32 of the mounting pin 30 is connected to the outer portion 2 by the head 32 of the mounting pin 30. It is locked at 0 and will not go any further inside. This results in , the locking members 12 and 14 are fixed to the shoe body 42 (see FIGS. 2 and 3). (see). Fold back the other end 39 of the hook-and-loop fastener 36 with one end attached to the locking member 12. Pass it through ring 28. Then, fold the hook-and-loop fastener 36 with this folding ring 28. . Reference numeral 54 indicates a folded portion of the hook-and-loop fastener 36.

[0021] With the foot inside the shoe S, both ends of the shoelace 50 coming out from the lace hole 44y The portion 50a is pulled to tighten the vertically divided portion 48 and the shoe opening 52. hold this state Then, both ends 50a are tied in a bow knot at the string hole 44y. Furthermore, as mentioned above, , since the shoelace 50 is not inserted through the rearmost lace hole 44z, The tightening is incomplete, especially near the opening 52, and if left as is, the shoe S will easily come off. I end up. In other words, the shoes S can be easily put on and taken off in this state.

[0022] When the shoe S is attached as described above, the folded part 54 is called the folded ring 28. Pull it to the opposite side and tighten until the shoe opening 52 fits the ankle. This tightening condition After holding it, attach it to the hook tape part 36b provided on the folded part 52. The loop tape portion 36a provided on the portion 38 side is brought into contact with the loop tape portion 36a and attached. to this Therefore, the shoe body 42 is completely tightened and will not easily come off during use. . Note that there is no particular limitation on the length of the folded portion 52, and as in this embodiment, the length of the folded portion 52 is The length may be such that the end 39 of the portion 52 reaches the attachment portion 38; may be of such a length that it can be attached immediately after being folded back. In addition, the loop tape part 3 6a and hook tape portion 36b are provided on separate front and back surfaces. When using it, just twist the folded part once and attach it.

[0023] When taking off the shoes S, hold the folded part 54 and pull the hook tape part 36b. Peel it off from the loop tape section 36a. As a result, the tightening at the shoe opening 52 is reduced. It becomes easier to take off shoes S. At this time, leave the shoelaces 50 that have been tied as they are. keep it in a state. When wearing the shoes S again, the shoelaces 50 are tied, but as described above. As shown above, since the tightening around the opening 52 is incomplete, it is easy to insert the foot inside the shoe S. can be Subsequent tightening can be done by simply operating the hook-and-loop fastener 36. nothing.

[0024] That is, the hook-and-loop fastener 36 can be operated without untying the tied shoelace 50. You can easily and quickly put on and take off the shoes S by just doing so. to this Therefore, even children who cannot tie the shoelaces 50 can easily and quickly put on and take off the shoes S. Wear. This is a high-cut type shoe that is also used for gait correction. This is very convenient because even children who cannot tie 50's can wear them. Also, installation The fastening tool 10 is located on the front side of the shoe body 42, and the fastening tool 10 If you make it into a fashionable shape, it can also be used as a shoe accessory, and it can be used as a design consideration. You can get a sense of beauty. Moreover, it is preferable for children because it gives a cool look.

[0025] If fluorescent paint is applied to the hook-and-loop fastener 36 or a light reflective sheet is attached, Helps prevent traffic accidents at night. In addition, the hook-and-loop fastener 36 is decorated with colorful decorations. Adding decorations and letters makes it easier to distinguish shoes from other people's shoes, and adds to the aesthetic sense of design. increase to

[0026] As described above, the tightening tool 10 of the present invention is provided in a detachable manner with respect to the shoe body 42. This prevents parts of the fastener 10 from being damaged or the design becoming boring. If so, it is sufficient to purchase only the tightening tool 10 and replace it with the shoe body 42. Also, tighten The shoe 10 is completely removed and the shoe body 42 is tightened and loosened using only the shoelace 50 as in the conventional method. You can easily switch back to these types of shoes.

[0027] In this embodiment, the fastener 10 is attached to the high-cut type shoe body 42, but Not limited to this, a low cut type can also be used. In addition, string holes are arranged in rows. 44, the tightening tool 10 was attached only to the rearmost string hole 44z; It may be attached to the string hole 44y one position ahead of the string hole 4z. Or attach it to both sides. Alternatively, they can be attached to all the string holes 44. Multiple fasteners 10 When the shoe S is attached to the shoe S, the shoe S can be attached or detached by operating only the tightening tool 10 attached to the rearmost part. This becomes possible.

[0028] In order to more securely attach the locking members 12 and 14 to the shoe body 42, The attachment pin 30 can also be of a screw-in type. That is, the through hole 24 and the recess 2 A thread groove is formed on the inner peripheral surface of the mounting pin 30, and a thread groove is formed on the outer peripheral surface of the mounting pin 30. A screw thread that can be screwed may be formed. In addition, in the mounting pin 30 A groove portion that engages with the edge of the through hole 24 is provided at a position corresponding to the outer portion 20. I don't mind. The number of through holes 24 is not limited to one per locking member 12 (or 14). Instead, a plurality of them can be provided. In this case, the mounting is done using multiple mounting pins 30. Needless to say, it can be done.

[0029] Furthermore, the following mounting method may be used. That is, in the inner part 18 An insertion hole with a larger diameter than the through hole 24 is provided at a position corresponding to the through hole 24 in the . A fitting pin having a cylindrical portion with an open tip and a head is inserted into this insertion hole. The mounting pin 30 shown in this embodiment is inserted into the through hole 24. Note that the cylindrical portion The inner diameter of the pin portion 34 is made approximately equal to the outer diameter of the pin portion 34. This allows the mounting pin 30 to The pin portion 34 is connected to the cylindrical portion while being installed inside the cylindrical portion, and the locking member 12 , 14 and the shoe body 42 are attached. This is not always necessary. Although not essential, compared to attaching both using only the mounting pin 30 as described above. This allows for even more secure installation. Note that the locking members 12 and 14 are attached to the shoe body. 42, the outer surfaces of the outer parts 20 of the locking members 12 and 14 are flush with each other. A recess is formed into which the mounting pin 30 and the head of the fitting pin are fitted. It is also possible to provide a portion on the outer portion 20.

[0030] The locking members 12 and 14 are made of flexible material so as to fit around the ankle. As mentioned above, it is preferable that However, it is not limited to this, and should be made to follow the shape of the ankle. , the inner parts 18 of the locking members 12 and 14 are pre-molded into a curved shape that bulges outward. You can also leave it as is. Further, the twill portion 5 formed by the inner portion 18 and the front portion 16 This twill part 56 can also be rounded so that the ankle is not injured by 6. Ru.

[0031] As in the present embodiment, the folding ring 28 is placed in the middle at the mounting position of the folding ring 28. If you install it so that it can rotate freely around the center, it will be easier to insert the hook-and-loop fastener 36. The folding ring 28 is rotated so that it protrudes outward for easy insertion. can be set. Then, after inserting the hook-and-loop fastener 36, The tag 28 can be rotated toward the front 16 so that it does not get in the way during use. .

[0032] All other embodiments that fall within the scope of claims for utility model registration are within the scope of this invention. It is.

[0033]

[Effect of the idea]

According to the tightening device of the present invention, there is no need to untie the bow-tied shoelaces. You can easily and quickly put on and take off your shoes just by operating the hook-and-loop fastener. be able to.

[0034] The above-mentioned fasteners are fixed to the shoe body simply by inserting the mounting pin. Easy to put on and take off.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a fastener showing an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the state in which the fastener shown in the previous figure is used.

FIG. 3 is a plan view of the fastener in the previous figure.

[Explanation of symbols]

S...Shoes 10...Tightening tool 12, 14...Locking member 24...Through hole 28...Folding ring 30…Mounting pin 36…Loop fastener 38...Mounting part 42...Shoe body 44...String hole 46...Shoe upper leather 50...Shoelaces 54...Folded part

Claims (1)

[Scope of utility model registration request] 1. In a shoe in which a fastening member such as a shoelace is inserted through lace holes provided on both left and right sides of a shoe upper, a pair of shoes having a U-shaped cross section are arranged to sandwich the lace holes. a locking member, a through hole provided in the locking member, a mounting pin capable of attaching the locking member to the shoe body by passing through the through hole and the lace hole, and a locking member having one end; It is equipped with a tape-shaped hook and loop fastener attached to a member, and a folding ring that is attached to the other locking member and inserted through this to enable the hook and loop fastener to be folded back.By pulling the folded hook and loop fastener, the shoe can be closed. 1. A shoe fastening device characterized in that the folded end side of the hook-and-loop fastener is attached to the attachment end side of the hook-and-loop fastener to maintain the tightened state.