TW201620788A - Foot piece for a water board - Google Patents

Abstract

A foot piece, for attachment to a deck of a water board, includes a base surface, a raised foot stop, and a raised section. The base surface is provided for attachment of the foot piece to the water board. The raised foot stop has a side surface to engage the lateral side of a user's front foot. The raised section tapers in thickness from a central area of the side surface towards an edge of the foot piece.

Description

Foot for water board

The present invention generally relates to a foot piece for attachment to a water board, and more particularly to a forefoot for connection to a water board, such as a surfboard or the like, for use with a user, That is, the rider's forefoot is engaged.

Water panels commonly used for personal use are well known and include, for example, surfboards, wakeboards, kite-surfing boards, wind-surfing boards. ) and so on. By way of example, focusing on surfing, the types of surfboards are well known. FIG. 1 (Prior Art) illustrates a top view of an exemplary surfboard 10 that includes a nose section 12 and a tail section 14. Also shown are a first rail 15 and a second panel 16 and a stringer 17. The position of the foot of the user, the rider or the surfer, is shown (in a goofy stance), wherein the user's forefoot 11, in this case the user's right foot, is placed further toward the head portion 12, and the user's rear leg 13, in this case the user's left foot, is placed further toward the tail portion 14.

It is also well known to attach a traction pad 18 to the deck 19 of the surfboard 10. Surfboards typically require some type of wax or a traction surface to prevent the user's feet from slipping off the surfboard when used in water. A conventional method of creating a slip-resistant surface on a surfboard panel is to apply a paraffin type wax or a non-slip mat to the surfboard panel.

Typically, a surfer may apply a non-slip mat 18 to the rear end of the surfboard 10 toward the body 19 of the tail portion 14 to improve the traction of the surfer's rearwardly positioned foot 13. The mat 18 is typically a flat polymeric material, foam or rubber material. The surface of the mat 18 is roughened or textured, for example, by providing low ridges or patterned surfaces to assist the friction of the user's hind feet. A typical anti-slip mat is made up of foam sheets that are embossed in various surface patterns and cut into different shapes, which are then adhered to the body of the surfboard with a peel and stick type adhesive. .

In the past, similar flat mats have also been applied to the front end portion of the surfboard that the user's forefoot 11 is typically located when surfing. However, the rough surface of the mat may be irritating when it is lying on the board or paddling the surfboard and becomes uncomfortable to the user's skin. In general, it has become undesirable to provide a flat anti-slip mat toward the head portion 12 of the surfboard for use by the user's forefoot 11 over time, and many users prefer to apply wax on the body 19 for use. The general position of the forefoot 11 of the person.

In recent years, there has been a trend towards lighter, faster boards in surfing, as well as other water sports using water panels. These modifications have made it possible, in particular for surfers, to launch a water board from the waves and to implement an aerial or "above the lip" maneuver. Control of the water board is important to perform this maneuver during this vacant or "on the wave" maneuver. However, when the water board (such as a surfboard) and the user/rider are airborne, it is difficult and highly technical to maintain the user's forefoot in contact with the board of the water board so that the user can exercise on the water board. Some degree of control. When the user's forefoot is separated from the water plate, this results in significant loss of control. The application of wax and known anti-slip mats in the forefoot area provides the vacant user with little assistance in maintaining contact between the user's forefoot and the body of the water panel, particularly in the case of surfers and surfboards.

The inventors have recognized that providing a means to improve the contact between the user's forefoot and the water board would be desirable, especially for surfboards, and especially for aerial or "above the lip" )" when maneuvering (manoeuvres). The inventors have also recognized that it would be desirable to allow a very quick and simple engagement/disengagement of the user's forefoot with any foot retaining or traction devices. Preferably, the user should be provided with a degree of control at his/her specific location and orient his/her forefoot when riding the waves, as is generally required when compared to when vacating or surfing. Different forefoot positions. In this regard, fixing the user's forefoot to a particular position and/or orientation may be disadvantageous. For example, by covering the foot retaining strap at the top of the forefoot, it also has the disadvantage that the user cannot simply and quickly engage/separate their forefoot from the strap.

Reference herein to any prior publication (or information derived from prior publications), or to any known matter, which is not, and should not be taken as an endorsement or recognition or any form of recommendation for that prior publication (or The information derived from this prior publication) or known matters forms part of the common general knowledge of the field of dedication to which this specification relates.

In one aspect, a foot is provided for attachment to a deck of a water board. Preferably, the foot includes a base surface for attaching the foot to the water panel, and a raised foot stop having a side surface to engage the lateral side of the user's forefoot. Also preferably, the raised portion is tapered in thickness from a central region of the side surface to an edge of the foot. Alternatively, although preferably, the water board is a surfboard.

In another aspect, a surfboard is provided that provides a foot, wherein the side surface faces toward a tail section of the surfboard.

In one form, the foot can be retro-fixed, for example, by attachment of an adhesive to any type of water plate, preferably, although not required, to allow The user implements a short surfboard that is aerial or "above the lip" maneueuvers. Foot, use Used in conjunction with the user's forefoot to improve the user's control and connection to the user of the surfboard via the user's forefoot, particularly when performing advanced manipulations, such as aerial manipulation. The foot, in various embodiments, provides for improved and stable placement of the user's forefoot when manipulation is performed. The reference to manipulation (manoeuvers) should be interpreted as relating to any type of manipulation that can be carried out on the water board on which the user's forefoot is involved, in particular aerial manipulation or "above the lip" Manipulation. It should be understood that the vacant or swaying operation includes a waterborne plate that is completely airborne or a portion of the water plate, such as the tail portion of the surfboard, that maintains contact with the waves.

In an exemplary aspect, the foot selectively includes a lower portion of the opposite side of the side surface of the raised portion, the lower portion extending away from the side surface, the lower portion for contacting at least a portion of the user's forefoot bottom of.

In other exemplary aspects: the side surface of the raised foot block is tapered in thickness from the central region to the first side edge of the foot (eg, the edge faces the first rail, such as the toe side edge) The side surface of the raised foot stop is tapered in thickness from the central region to the second side edge of the foot (eg, the edge is toward a second rail, such as a heel-side edge); And/or the raised foot stop is reduced in thickness from the central region to the front edge of the foot (eg, a nose-side edge).

Preferably, although not necessary, the side surface of the projecting foot block extends further toward the tail portion of the water plate with the central region extending. Alternatively, the side surfaces of the raised footgs may be substantially flat or two-dimensional.

Preferably, although not necessarily, at least a central portion of the side surface of the raised foot block forms an acute angle with the body surface or lower or lower portion surface of the water board. Optionally, at least a central region of the side surface of the raised foot is or is approximately perpendicular to the surface of the body or a lower or lower portion surface.

Advantageously, the foot can be connected to a water board, such as a surfboard, at a front foot position and/or orientation selected by the user. In use, the user can engage or disengage the user's forefoot and foot by unimpeded movement of the user's forefoot toward or away from the foot. For example, the user can simply step forward with his/her forefoot toward the head portion such that the user's forefoot engages the raised foot of the foot, and the user can simply step back with his/her forefoot The front end of the foot is separated from the protruding foot of the foot toward the tail portion.

10‧‧‧surfboard

11‧‧‧ Front foot

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18‧‧‧Slip mat

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80‧‧‧ feet

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136‧‧‧Base surface

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200‧‧‧Front foot

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328‧‧‧ the side edge of the head

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348‧‧‧ the side edge of the head

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356‧‧‧Base surface

358‧‧‧ cavity

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382‧‧‧protruding foot block

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The example embodiments are to be considered in all respects as the description

Figure 1 (Prior Art) illustrates a top view of a known surfboard structure that is provided with a non-slip mat for a user's back or rear foot.

Figure 2 illustrates a top view of a known surfboard structure and an example foot for use by the user's forefoot.

Figure 3 illustrates a top view of the example foot.

Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view of the example foot of Figure 3.

Figure 5 illustrates another cross-sectional view of the example foot of Figure 3.

Figure 6 illustrates another cross-sectional view of the example foot of Figure 3.

Figure 7 illustrates a perspective view of an example foot.

Figure 8 illustrates another perspective view of the example foot of Figure 7.

Fig. 9 is a front view of the foot of Fig. 7 (when the foot is in position when viewed from the angle of the tail portion of the water plate).

Fig. 10 is a side view showing the foot of Fig. 7.

Figure 11 illustrates a top view of an example foot having different radii of curvature for the side surfaces of the raised foot.

Figure 12 illustrates a top view of another example foot without a lower portion.

Figure 13 illustrates a top view of a further example foot.

Figure 14 illustrates a top view of a further example foot.

Figure 15 illustrates a top view of a further example foot.

Figure 16 illustrates a top view of a further example foot.

Figure 17 illustrates a front view of a different example foot that has different raised foot profiles (as viewed from the angle of the tail portion of the water plate when the foot is in place).

Figure 18 illustrates a side view of a different example foot that has different angle profiles of the raised foot.

Figure 19 illustrates a top view of another example foot.

Figure 20 illustrates a side view of the example foot when engaged with the user's forefoot (as viewed from the heel-side rail of the surfboard when the foot is in place).

Figure 21 illustrates a top view of the user's forefoot engaging the example foot of Figure 18.

Figure 22 illustrates another example embodiment of a foot.

Figure 23 illustrates the first element of another exemplary embodiment of a foot.

Figure 24 illustrates a second element for use with the first element of Figure 23, the second element providing a separate lower portion, mounted on or in the lower portion Or locate the first component.

Figure 25 illustrates another example embodiment of a foot.

Figure 26 illustrates another example embodiment of a foot without a lower portion.

Figure 27 illustrates a top view of an example foot that includes a single mechanical fixation element for securing the foot to the body of the water panel.

Figure 28 illustrates a top view of an example foot that includes a plurality of mechanical fastening elements for securing the foot to the body of the water panel.

Figure 29 illustrates a top view of an example foot that includes one or more mechanical fixation elements that secure the foot to a track that is positioned or along the water plate The body of the board.

Figure 30 illustrates a top view of an example foot that includes a plurality of mechanical fixation elements, one or more of which secure the foot to a track that is positioned or along the water plate The body of the board, and it includes offset mechanical fixing elements.

The following modes are given by way of example only, and are intended to provide a more precise understanding of the subject matter of the preferred embodiments or embodiments. In the figures, the functions of the exemplary embodiments are combined, and the same element symbols are used to identify similar parts throughout the drawings.

Referring to Figure 2, an example foot piece 20 is illustrated. The foot 20 can be coupled to a water panel, such as the surfboard 10, such that the user's forefoot can engage and disengage the foot 20. The foot 20 is located away from the tail portion 14 (i.e., the rear end portion) and further toward the head portion 12 (i.e., the front end portion) at a position convenient for the user to use by the front foot of the user. As indicated by the arrow near the foot 20, when the foot 20 is attached to the water panel, the precise position and/or orientation of the foot 20 can be selected by the user according to individual needs. For example, by abutting the underlying base surface of the foot 20 against the body 19 of the surfboard 10, the foot 20 can be snugly attached to the desired position and/or orientation of the surfboard 10.

When the user, the surfer, in the surfboard example, attempts to vacate or "above the lip" maneuvers, the user typically places their forefoot further toward the board of the surfboard 10. Head portion 12. When doing so, this often results in a moment when the user's forefoot is not connected to the surfboard. This often happens when the wave is above the lip. The surfers typically oppose this portion by placing their hands on the rims 15, 16 of the surfboard 10, which maintains the point of contact between the surfers and the surfboard. Embodiments of the present invention are directed to providing a user with a stronger or improved ability to maintain contact with a water board (e.g., a surfboard) via the forefoot at an appropriate time. For example, when performing an aerial maneuver, a very experienced surfer typically lifts his/her forefoot and then advances the foot forward to move the forefoot to a new position. By using the foot of the present invention, the foot defines a new position for the forefoot.

Various exemplary embodiments of the foot can provide: (a) ascending at the beginning of an aerial or "above the lip" manipulation when the lip of the wave starts; (b) when More reliable contact points when airborne between the forefoot and the water board; (c) more control and thus balance when airborne; (d) non-slip traction with increased side support Pointing the outer side or the lateral side of the forefoot against the support, that is, Forward facing side, for example, when maneueuver is returned to the wave; and/or (e) environment, whereby the environment knows his/her when maneueuver is implemented The forefoot is in the preferred or correct position.

The example foot is provided with a raised foot stop, that is, a step or a riser so that the user can position the outer edge, ie, the lateral side of the user's forefoot (lateral side) Or forward facing side, against the raised front foot of the foot. This helps the user to obtain stability and improved control of the water panel to which the foot is attached. This assists the user in the improved launch, control, and landing of an aerial or "above the lip." At present, there is a growing trend of "upper wave" manipulation, and most excellent or professional surfers are optimistic when they are suitable. For example, in competitions, they rely on "upper waves" or vacant operations at certain points. As a result, trying similar manipulations has become more popular for amateur and recreational surfers. Embodiments of the present foot attempt to alleviate the reliance on suitable wave conditions and improve the likelihood of successful execution of an aerial or "above the lip" manipulation.

In the surfing example, the position of the foot 20 on the surfboard 10 is typically the forward position at which the surfer's chest will be positioned when paddling is normal. Therefore, there is no discomfort to the surfer. The foot can be attached to or secured to the deck of the surfboard using any suitable adhesive or glue, which is well known in the art and is commonly used to join known anti-slip mats to surfboards.

Referring to Figure 3, a top plan view of the example foot 20 is illustrated. Section lines 4-4, 5-5, and 6-6 are also shown, which are individually illustrated as cross-sectional views of Figures 4, 5, and 6. The foot 20, in the illustrated embodiment, includes a raised foot block 22, a raised portion 24, and a lower portion 26. The head side edge 28 is positioned toward the nose section of the water board when the foot 20 is attached to the water board. The tail side edge 30 is positioned toward the tail section of the water board when attached to the position of the water board.

Still referring to FIG. 3, in the illustrated exemplary embodiment, the raised foot stop 22 is curved toward the tail portion 14 with the central region 32 when the foot is coupled to the position. In use, the user, whether taking a high or natural posture, places his/her forefoot at least partially on the lower portion surface 27 of the lower portion 26 such that the lateral side of the forefoot can contact the raised footrest 22. The lateral side of the forefoot is the outside of the forefoot (i.e., on the side of the little finger) facing the head portion of the water plate. Therefore, the side of the front foot of the user is engaged with the protruding foot block 22 instead of the medial side of the front foot.

Referring to Fig. 4, there is shown a cross-sectional view of the foot 20 along the line 4-4 illustrated in Fig. 3. The foot 20 includes a raised foot stop 22 between the lower portion 26 and the raised portion 24. The raised foot stop 22 includes a side surface 34 that is a face of the raised foot block 22 against which the side of the front foot of the user abuts or pushes against. Below the foot 20 is a base surface 36 on which an adhesive or glue can be provided in order to connect the foot 20 to the body of the water plate. As shown in the illustration in the example embodiment, The raised foot block 22 is tapered toward the head side edge 28 through the raised portion 24. The positioning of the foot 20 when attached to the position is shown relative to the head portion 12 and the tail portion 14.

Figure 5 illustrates a cross-sectional view along line 5-5 of the foot 20 as illustrated in Figure 3. Figure 6 illustrates a cross-sectional view along line 6-6 of the foot 20 as illustrated in Figure 3.

Thus, with reference to Figures 2-6, a footstock 20 is provided for attachment to a body of a water panel, such as the body 19 of the surfboard 10. The foot 20 includes a base surface 36 for attaching the foot 20 to the water plate. A raised foot 22 having a side surface 34 is used to engage the side of the front side of the user's forefoot. The foot 20 also includes a raised portion 24 that is reduced in thickness from the central region 32 of the side surface 34 toward the edge of the foot 20. Preferably, the water board is a surfboard.

Referring generally to Figures 2-6, preferably, although not required, the lower portion 26 is provided as part of the foot 20. It should be noted that the lower portion 26 is optional and may not necessarily be included. The lower portion 26 is positioned on the opposite side of the side surface 34 for the raised portion 24. The lower portion 26 extends away from the side surface 34 and the lower portion 26 is the bottom end (i.e., the sole) for contacting at least a portion of the user's forefoot. The lower portion 26 can be a separate piece and spaced apart from the side surface 34. The lower portion 26 includes a lower portion surface 27 that can be substantially flat. However, for improved grip on the bottom of the user's forefoot, the lower portion surface 27 can be roughened or textured, for example, by pre-cutting portions, holes, ridges (ridges), clamping materials, etc. Alternatively, the lower portion surface 27 can be provided to be relatively smooth to assist the user's forefoot to slide over the lower portion surface 27 for easy movement against the raised foot gear 22.

Referring generally to Figures 2-6, in the illustrated embodiment, the raised foot block 22 incorporates the lower portion 26 and the raised portion 24. In one example, the side surface 34 of the raised foot 22 is reduced in thickness from the central region 32 of the foot to the first lateral edge, or to the toe side edge. Alternatively or additionally, the side surface 34 is reduced in thickness from the central region 32 of the foot to the second side edge, or the heal-side edge. Additionally or alternatively, the raised foot stop 22 is reduced in thickness from the central region 32 to the head side edge 28. The extent of thickness reduction, if fully presented, can vary significantly from product to product. The reduction can be linear, in accordance with a curve, or in a sinusoidal pattern. In another example, to improve strength, a slight curve or rounding may be provided when producing, wherein the raised foot block 22 incorporates the lower portion surface 27 to avoid breakage of the raised foot block 22. Or sheered off from the lower portion of the surface 27.

Referring to Figures 7 and 8, a perspective view of another example foot 40 is illustrated. The foot 40, similar to the foot 20, includes a raised foot 42 (ie, a step or a riser), a raised portion 44 and a lower portion 46, the lower portion including a lower portion surface 47. A bottom or sole of at least a portion of the user's forefoot is placed on the lower portion of the surface. The raised foot 42 includes a side surface 54 that abuts With this side surface, the side of the user's forefoot can be abutted or positioned against it. The planar profile of the foot 40 shown above in the example from above or below is generally elliptical. Various other shapes are possible, such as circular or polygonal, or contours that can be generally formed into the shape of a company logo or brand. When in position on the water plate, the nose-side edge 48 faces the nose section and the tail-side edge 50 faces the tail section.

Figure 9 illustrates a front view of the foot 40 as viewed from the direction of the tail portion toward the raised foot 42 when the foot 40 is positioned on the water. The central region 52 provides an apex of the raised foot 42 in height, i.e., when in position, the thickness of the raised foot 42 is greatest at or near the central region 52 and toward the side edge 60 in height or thickness and 62 is reduced, which faces the opposite edge of the panel, such as the edge 15, 15 of the panel. In the example where the user takes a goofy stance, ie, with his/her right foot as the forefoot toward the head portion 12, the edge 62 is a heal-side edge facing the rim 16, And the edge 60 is the toe side edge facing the rim 15 .

Figure 10 illustrates a side view of the foot 40 showing how the side surface 54 and the lower portion surface 47, or when the foot 40 is attached to the water plate, equivalently forms an acute angle with the body of the water plate .

Figure 11 illustrates a top view of an example foot 70 in which different example side surfaces 71, 72, 73, 75, 77 are illustrated. The head side edge 28 and the tail side edge 30 are illustrated as a background. Protruding portion 74 and lower Portion 76 is shown. The different example contours of the raised footgs are illustrated by the different curvatures of the side surfaces 71, 72, 73, 75, 77 by way of example. As shown, the side surfaces can be convex, concave, or linear. That is, when in position, the central region 78 of the different side surfaces can extend further toward the tail portion of the water plate, which is a preferred embodiment, but can also be selectively bent toward the head portion of the water plate to provide A concave surface is positioned against the side edge of the front foot of the user. Alternatively, the side surfaces may not be bent toward the tail portion or the head portion and may be substantially linear as illustrated by the example side surface 73.

Referring to Fig. 12, a top view of an example foot 80 is illustrated that includes a raised foot stop 82 and a raised portion 84. There is no lower portion for the foot 80 in this example. In this example, the foot 80 is formed by a raised portion 84 that terminates in the body of the water plate. The lower base surface of the raised portion 84 will be attached to the body. The user can, optionally, decide to apply the wax to a general area in front of the raised foot block 82 in the example, wherein the lower portion is not included as part of the foot.

The planar profile of the foot can be asymmetrical in various further embodiments. That is, the underlying base surface of the foot can be asymmetrical and can be formed into a wide variety of different shapes, including elliptical, circular, triangular, polygonal, asymmetrical, convex, and/or A shape such as a concave shape.

Figures 13-16 illustrate further examples of different top plane profiles of the feet 90, 100, 110, and 120. The sample foot is shown in the exhibition The illustration can be used as a wide variety of shapes for the foot, which can be symmetrical or asymmetrical. The planar profile can be considered to be provided by a lower base surface (not shown). For the illustrated foot, the raised portions 94, 104, 114 and 124 are positioned toward the head portion when the foot is seated on the water plate. When fixed in place, the lower portions 96, 106, 116, and 126 are positioned toward the tail portion. The raised foot stops 92, 102, 112, and 122 are provided by way of example, and as discussed above, this curvature can vary significantly.

Referring to Figure 17, and with reference to the back foot 70, by way of example only, an elevational view of the foot 70 is illustrated, which is a tail portion of the water panel, illustrating different example raised foot contours, It can be considered to be a different side surface profile. The lower base surface 136 is illustrated with the foot 70 attached to the body of the water panel. The central region 150 of the different example side surfaces is illustrated. The thickness of the side surface may be reduced from the central region 150 to one or both of the side edges of the foot 70. In the illustrated example, which is not limiting, the side surface 142 is reduced in thickness in a linear manner toward the side edges. Side surface 144 and side surface 146 are reduced in thickness but according to different taping profiles. For example, it should be noted that the side surface 146 is reduced toward the side edges, but still has a significant thickness at the side edges of the foot 70. Therefore, it is not necessary that the thickness of the side surface is reduced to a practically zero thickness at the side edges. The extent of the reduction and contour shape can vary significantly. Indeed, for side surface 148, an example is shown that does not provide thickness reduction. Choose here In a sexual example, the thickness of the side surface 148 is constant or substantially fixed from the central region 150 to the side edge of the foot 70.

Referring to Figure 18, and again to the foot 70, a side elevational view, showing the lower portion 76 and the raised portion 74, and the lower base surface 136, is illustrated by way of an alternative example. Different examples of side surfaces 162, 164, and 166 are illustrated, showing different angles at which side surfaces can contact lower portion surface 170 of lower portion 76. Preferably, at least one central region of the side surface of the raised foot block forms an acute angle with the body of the water plate. This can also be considered to be equivalent to forming an acute angle with the lower portion surface 170. In the illustrated example, the side surface 164 and the side surface 166 form a different acute angle from the lower portion surface 170 / body surface. In an alternative example, the side surface 162 of the raised foot block is, or is approximately perpendicular, the lower portion surface 170, i.e., the body surface of the water plate.

The particular angle formed can vary significantly and can vary depending on the particular material of the foot and the particular size, which can vary depending on the size of the user, the size of the user's foot, and/or the size of the water panel. It should be noted that the angle may vary along the length of the side surface. For example, an acute angle may be formed at or near the central region, but the angle need not be maintained fixed, or even an acute angle toward the side edges.

Referring to Figure 19, there is shown a top view of another example foot 180. In this example, the foot 180 can be made with a company-like logo or brand, and in this particular non-limiting example, the foot 180 is manufactured or resembles a Hurley logo (formatted "H"). This will enable different companies to provide signs or brands that can be connected to the water board. Shaped feet of different shapes. In this example, for Hurley®, the foot 180 includes a raised foot stop 182, a raised portion 184 that is positioned toward the head portion 12 of the surfboard, and a lower portion 186 that is positioned toward The tail part of the surfboard. The central region 192 of the raised foot block 182 is also illustrated. As previously described, the user can place at least a portion of the bottom of his/her forefoot or integral with the lower portion 186 during use such that the lateral side of the user's forefoot presses against the raised foot stop 182.

As shown in Fig. 19, the lower portion 26 (186) does not necessarily have to engage or contact the raised portion 24 (184). A gap may be provided between the lower portion and the raised portion, for example, if these portions are provided as separate pieces that are respectively joined to the body of the water plate. If the lower portion and the raised portion are provided as different pieces, this also provides a possible advantage in manufacturing in the case where the lower portion and the protruding portion are different materials. For example, it may be desirable to provide more flex or grip, or more "slip" in the lower portion, while the raised portion may be desired to be more resilient, or alternatively to the user. The side of the forefoot is more deformable. Any suitable material may be used for the lower portion and/or the raised portion, which may be of different materials or formed of the same material as described. It should be noted that in a particular example, the lower portion, the raised footrest, and the raised portion may be integrally formed together as a single foot that may be attached to the body of the water panel as a single unit.

The various examples of the foot discussed herein can be made of any suitable material, including rubber, foam, solid polymers, polymers with elastomeric properties. And/or polymers with open or closed cell foam structures. It is important that the material has sufficient mechanical strength, including impact and wear resistance, while having sufficient environmental hardness or resilience to seawater, ultraviolet light, and extreme temperatures. . Typical polymeric materials can be, for example, polyurethanes, polybutadienes, polystyrene/polybutadiene copolymers, PVC, ABS, polymethyloxaxane, and many others well known in the art. Other.

Any suitable adhesive or glue, such as those well known to those of ordinary skill in the art, can be used to join the foot or, if not integrally formed, the portion of the foot that is attached to the body or plate of the water. surface.

Referring to Figures 20 and 21, there is shown a side view and a top view of the user's forefoot 200 when used with the foot 20. In the illustrated example, a user having a goofy stance, ie having his/her right foot placed in front as a forefoot, has a side side 204 of his/her forefoot 200 abutting, pushing, or It is placed against the raised foot block 22. The medial side 206 of the forefoot 200 is not Contact the raised foot block 22. The heel 202 of the user's forefoot 200 faces the heel side edge 62 (second side edge) of the foot 20. The toe 208 of the user's forefoot 200 is to the toe side edge 60 (first side edge) of the foot 20. It should be noted that the foot 20 is not shown in proportion to the user's forefoot 200, but is merely illustrative and illustrative. The size of the foot 20 can vary significantly relative to the user's forefoot 200. For example, as shown, the user's forefoot 200 can be a greater length than the lower portion surface 27 of the lower portion 26 (if the lower portion 26 is provided). Alternatively, the lower portion surface 27, if provided, may be a length that is greater than the length of the user's forefoot 200. The sole or bottom of the user's forefoot 200 is placed on the lower portion surface 27, and the side side 204 of the forefoot 200 can be pressed against the raised footrest 22. The height and angle of the raised foot block 22 can vary significantly, however it may be preferred that, as shown, the height of the raised foot block 22 is lower than the level of the outer ankle 210 of the user's forefoot 200.

In the case of a user who takes a normal posture, that is, with his/her left foot as the front foot, the orientation of the front foot to the foot will be the mirror image shown in FIG.

In use, the user can engage or disengage the user's forefoot by the unobstructed movement of the user's forefoot toward or away from the foot, for example, in a forward/backward orientation. There is no movement that prevents the user's forefoot from projecting into or abutting and disengaging or abutting. This allows the user to quickly and accurately position his/her forefoot against the raised foot in the desired position, thus changing more stable or balanced. The execution of the aero and the above manoeuvers, and thus has a higher chance of successfully performing the maneuver.

Further example

The following examples provide further specific embodiments. The examples are intended to be illustrative only and not limiting as to the scope of the invention.

Figure 22 illustrates an isometric view of another exemplary embodiment of a foot 320. In the illustrated embodiment, the foot 320 includes a raised foot stop 322, a raised portion 324, and a lower portion 326. The head side edge 328 is positioned toward the head portion 12 of the water board when the foot 320 is coupled to the water board. The tail side edge 330 is positioned toward the tail portion 14 of the water panel when the connection is in place to the water panel.

In the exemplary embodiment illustrated in FIG. 22, when the foot 320 is coupled into position, the raised foot stop 322 is curved toward the tail portion 14 with the central region 332 extending. In use, the user, whether taking a high or natural posture, places his/her forefoot at least partially on the lower portion surface 327 of the lower portion 326 such that the side of the forefoot can contact the raised foot stop 322. The lateral side of the forefoot is the outside of the forefoot (i.e., on the side of the little finger) facing the head portion 12 of the water plate. The raised foot stop 322 is reduced toward the head side edge 328 through the raised portion 324. The raised portion 324 is reduced in thickness from the central region 332 of the side surface 334 toward the edge of the foot 320, wherein the edge can be a front edge, a side edge, or both side edges. Reduction by the protruding portion 324 Shrinking is preferred but not necessary, for example, the raised portion 324 can be a non-tapering block.

Referring to Figure 22, the foot 320 includes a raised foot stop 322 positioned between the lower portion 326 and the raised portion 324. The raised foot stop 322 includes a side surface 334 that is a face of the raised foot stop 322 against which the side side of the user's forefoot abuts or pushes against. Below the foot 320 is a base surface 336 on which an adhesive or glue can be provided in order to connect the foot 320 to the body of the water panel.

As illustrated in the exemplary embodiment shown in FIG. 22, preferably, although not required, the lower portion 326 is provided as part of the foot 320. The lower portion 326 is positioned on the opposite side of the side surface 334 for the raised portion 324. The lower portion 326 extends away from the side surface 334 and the lower portion 326 is the bottom end (ie, the sole) for contacting at least a portion of the user's forefoot. In the current embodiment, the lower portion 326 includes a lower portion surface 327 that is textured with square ridges for improved grip on the bottom of the user's forefoot (grip ). However, the lower portion surface 327 can be textured by various other patterns or arrangements in advance, such as circular, cut-out sections, holes, ridges, gripping materials, and the like. Alternatively, the lower portion surface 327 can be roughened to improve traction, or it can be provided as relatively smooth or flat to assist the user's forefoot to slide over the lower portion surface 327 for ease Move against the raised foot block 322. The lower portion 326 is generally provided, here non-limiting In the example, it is a triangle, or a "convext triangle" shape, where the shape is defined by the intersection of three circles or ellipse, that is, its three sides are circular or elliptical Shaped arc.

Referring to Figure 22, the raised foot stop 322 engages or is integrated with the lower portion 326 and the raised portion 324. The raised foot 332 and the lower portion surface 327 of the side surface 334, and once the foot 320 is positioned for use, forms an angle, preferably an acute angle, or alternatively an approximately vertical, with the surface of the body of the water plate. In the present example, the side surface 334 of the raised foot stop 322 is reduced in thickness from the central region 332 of the foot to the first side edge, or the toe side edge. In addition, the side surface 334 is reduced in thickness from the central region 332 of the foot to the second side edge, or the heel side edge. In addition, the raised foot stop 322 is reduced in thickness from the central region 332 of the foot to the head side edge 328. The extent of thickness reduction, if fully presented, can vary significantly from product to product.

A further exemplary embodiment is comprised of two separate components, illustrated in Figures 23 and 24. The first component is a foot 340 that includes a raised foot stop 342 (ie, a step or a riser), a raised portion 344, and a lower portion 346. The lower portion 346 includes a base surface 356 and a lower portion surface 347 on which the bottom or sole of at least a portion of the user's forefoot is placed. The raised foot block 342 includes a side surface 354 against which the side side of the front foot of the user can be abutted or positioned against. In the present embodiment, the raised foot block 342 is reduced toward the head side edge 348 through the raised portion 344. this Additionally, in a further embodiment, the raised foot block 342 can also be reduced in thickness from the central region of the side surface 354 toward the edge of the foot 340. The central region of the side surface 354 forms an acute angle with the lower portion surface 347.

The second component, illustrated in Fig. 24, is a separate lower portion 326 that includes a separate lower portion surface 327 and a separate base surface 336. The head side edge 328 is positioned toward the head portion 12 of the water panel when the separated lower portion 326 is coupled to the water panel. The tail side edge 330 is positioned toward the tail portion 14 of the water panel when the connection is in place to the water panel. Below the separated lower portion 326 is a separate base surface 336 on which an adhesive or glue can be provided to connect the lower portion 326 to the body of the water plate.

The separated lower portion surface 327 has a cavity 358 having a contour that preferably, although not necessarily, the same shape as the lower portion 346 of the foot 340. The cavity 358 houses the foot 340. Once the foot 340 is placed in the cavity 358, the user can select the orientation of the raised foot block 342 to maximize comfort and reliability during operation. In the current embodiment, the cavity 358 and the foot 340 have a circular profile, thus allowing for an unrestricted 360 degree adjustment of the orientation of the foot block 342. However, this is not a requirement and the contour of the cavity 358 and the foot 340 can have any desired shape, such as a triangle, a square, a pentagon, a hexagon, and the like.

The depth of the cavity 358 does not traverse the entire layer of the separated lower portion surface 327. Therefore, when the foot 340 is placed in the cavity, it does not touch the body of the water board. Adhesive or glue should follow A lower portion surface 326 is provided that connects the foot base surface 356 to the cavity 358. Alternatively, the depth of the cavity 358 passes through the lower portion 326 that passes through the entire separation such that when the foot 340 is inserted into the cavity 358, its base surface 356 contacts the body of the water plate. In this latter case, an adhesive or glue should be provided to join the foot base surface 356 to the body of the water plate.

Referring to Figures 23 and 24, both the lower portion surface 347 and the lower portion surface 327 are textured with square ridges for improved grip on the bottom of the user's forefoot. . However, they can also be textured by pre-cut sections, holes, ridges, gripping materials, and the like. Alternatively, the lower portion surface 347 and the lower portion surface 327 may be roughened to improve traction or may be provided to be relatively smooth or flat. It is also possible that the lower portion surface 347 has a different texture than the lower portion surface 327, including any combination of the examples listed above (eg, the lower portion surface 347 can be smoothed with a square ridge texture and the lower portion surface 326 is smooth) .

The raised foot block 342 and the lower portion 346 in Fig. 23, and the lower portion 326 separated in Fig. 24, may be made of the same or different materials, including any combination of the following: rubber , foam, solid polymers, polymers with elastomeric properties, polymers with open or closed cell foam structure (polymers with open or Closed cell foam structures), or other suitable materials. These materials can be used in any of the examples discussed herein.

Another exemplary embodiment, illustrated in Fig. 25, includes a foot unit 340 that is a unitary, unitary unit (i.e., does not require a secondary portion of the lower portion as illustrated in Fig. 24). The head side edge 348 is positioned toward the head portion 12 of the water panel when the foot 340 is coupled to the water panel. The tail side edge 350 is positioned toward the tail portion 14 of the water panel when the joint is seated to the water panel. Below the lower portion 346 is a base surface 356 on which an adhesive or glue can be provided for attaching the foot 340 to the body of the water plate.

FIG. 26 illustrates another example embodiment of a foot 380 that includes a raised foot stop 382 and a raised portion 384. In this embodiment, no lower portion is present for the foot 380. In this example, the foot 380 is formed by a raised portion 384 that terminates in the body of the water panel. The lower base surface of the raised portion 384 will be attached to the body. In operation, the raised foot stop 382 contacts the side of the front leg. The side surface of the front leg is the outer side of the front leg (i.e., on the side of the little finger) facing the head portion 12 of the water board. In this embodiment, the raised foot stop 382 is tapered toward the head side edge 388 through the raised portion 384.

In another exemplary embodiment, the foot 390 corresponds to any of the previous example feet (ie, 20, 40, 70, 80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 180, 320, 340, and 380) ) is provided as a single mechanical fastening element 392, as shown in the top view of Figure 27, utilized to secure the foot 390 to the body of the water panel. Fixing element 390 can It includes any known mechanical fastening system, such as a bolt and thread configuration, a clamping configuration, a locking configuration, and the like. For example, the foot 390 can be provided with one or more holes through which one or more bolts or screws are attached by threaded holes that are threaded onto the plate of the water plate to secure Foot 390 to the body.

In another example, a fin fixing system disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 5,464,359, which is incorporated herein by reference, is incorporated herein by reference. For example, the foot 390 can be provided with one or more tabs on the underside to engage one or more received recesses in plugs that are secured in the water panel. In embodiments in which the mechanical fixation element 392 is provided for securing the foot 390 to the body of the water plate, preferably, although not required, no adhesive or glue is provided on the base surface of the foot 390.

Alternatively, the foot 390 can be provided with a plurality of mechanical fixation elements 392 as shown in FIG. Although two fixation elements 392 are illustrated, any number of fixation elements, for example three, four, etc., can be used and positioned in various positions. In a further exemplary embodiment, as shown in Fig. 29, the mechanical fixation element 392 can be used to secure the foot 390 to a track 394 that is a recess along a portion of the length of the body of the water plate ( Recess). By loosening the fixation element 392, the user can adjust the position of the foot 390 along the track 394 according to the individual needs of the user. The length of the track 394 can vary and may rotate the direction of the foot 390 relative to the track 394, for example, If a single fixation element 392 is used alone or in combination with an or multiple additional offset fixation elements (see Figure 30). Alternatively, one or more offset fixation elements, as illustrated, for example, in FIG. 30, may be used without rail 394, if desired.

The optional embodiments of the present invention are also to be construed as being broadly included in the parts, elements and features referred to or indicated herein, individually or collectively, in any of two or more parts, elements or features. The specific singularities of the present invention, as well as the equivalents thereof, which are known in the art to which the present invention pertains, are considered to be incorporated herein as if they were individually recited.

Although the preferred embodiment has been described in detail, it is understood that various modifications, alternatives, and changes may be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the invention.

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Claims (26)

A foot piece for connecting to a deck of a water board, the foot base comprising: a base surface for connecting the foot to the water board; a raised foot block a raised foot stop having a side surface for engaging a lateral side of a user's forefoot; and a protruding portion that is thicker from a central portion of the side surface toward the side One edge of the foot is tapered. The foot of claim 1, wherein the water board is a surfboard. A foot base according to claim 1, wherein a lower portion is positioned on an opposite side of the side surface of the protruding portion, the lower portion extending away from the side surface, the lower portion being adapted to contact at least a portion The bottom of the user's forefoot. The foot of claim 3, wherein the lower portion includes a lower portion surface that is substantially flat. A foot as claimed in claim 4, wherein the lower portion of the surface is roughened or textured for improved grip of the user's forefoot. The foot seat of claim 3, wherein the protruding foot is blocked The lower portion is joined to the raised portion. The foot of claim 1, wherein the side surface of the raised foot is reduced in thickness from the central region to a first lateral edge of the foot. The foot of claim 1, wherein the side surface of the raised foot is reduced in thickness from the central region to a second lateral edge of the foot. The foot of claim 1, wherein the raised foot is reduced in thickness from the central region to a nose-side edge of the foot. The foot of claim 1, wherein the side surface of the raised foot is curved with the central region extending further toward a tail portion of the water panel. The foot of claim 1, wherein the side surface of the raised foot is curved with the central portion extending further toward a head portion of the water plate. The foot of claim 1, wherein the side surface of the raised foot is substantially flat. The foot of claim 1, wherein at least the central region of the side surface of the raised foot is formed at an acute angle to a surface of the body of the water plate. a foot as claimed in claim 3, wherein at least the protrusion The central region of the side surface of the foot block forms an acute angle with the lower portion. The foot of claim 3, wherein at least the central region of the side surface of the raised foot is, or approximately perpendicular to, the lower portion. The foot of claim 1, wherein the foot is connectable to the water board at a front foot position and/or direction selected by a user. The foot of claim 1, wherein the base surface is in the shape of an ellipse, a circle, a polygon, or a triangle. The foot of claim 1, wherein the base surface is an asymmetrical shape. The foot of claim 1, wherein the base surface is a concave shape. The foot of claim 1, wherein the lower portion is received in a separate lower portion. The foot of claim 1, wherein the side surface faces the head portion facing the water panel when connected to the water panel. The foot of claim 3, wherein the lower portion, the raised foot stop, and the protruding portion are integrally formed as the foot. A foot as claimed in claim 1, wherein an adhesive is Provided on at least the base surface to connect the foot to the body or upper surface of the water board. The foot of claim 1, wherein the foot is connectable to the water plate using a mechanical fastening element. The foot of claim 1, wherein in use, the user can engage or disengage the user by the unobstructed lateral movement of the user's forefoot toward or away from the foot. The front foot and the foot. A surfboard provided on a foot, the foot base comprising: a base surface for connecting the foot to a body of the surfboard; a raised foot stop, the protrusion The footrest has a side surface to engage a lateral side of a user's forefoot; and a raised portion that is reduced in thickness from a central region of the side surface to an edge of the foot (tapers) Wherein the side surface faces a tail portion toward the surfboard.