Device for hanging up skis and/or snowboards

Abstract

 The invention relates to a device (1) for suspending one or more skis (6). The device (1) comprises a rack (2) for fixing to a wall, and one or more brackets (4) for accommodating the skis. The brackets (4) are mounted for free rotation on the rack and are adapted for self-clamping engagement on the bottom sides of the skis (6). A second embodiment is suitable for suspending snowboards.

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a device for suspending one or more skis and/or snowboards, comprising:

• a rack for fixing to a wall; and
• one or more brackets which are mounted rotatably on the rack for the purpose of accommodating the skis and/or snowboards.

[0002] A suspending device of the type described in the preamble is known from EP A 0 063 104. The known suspending device is intended for stowing skis in vertical position so as to prevent the occurrence of damage. The known device has the drawback that hanging of the skis therein is a time-consuming operation. In order to be able to hang up a pair of skis, one of the brackets must first be moved counter to the bias to the correct position, whereafter the skis can be accommodated in the bracket. Two hands are always required for this purpose, so that the ski poles must be temporarily set aside. The bracket has to engage on the side of the skis, so that the skis have to be placed precisely in the correct position in the brackets. A further drawback is that the brackets clamp the suspended skis with the other side against a protruding part of the wall rack, which can result in damage to the sides of the skis.

[0003] The invention has for its object to provide a suspending device of the type stated in the preamble which obviates these drawbacks.

[0004] The device according to the invention has for this purpose the feature that brackets are mounted for free rotation on the rack and are adapted for self-clamping engagement on the top side and/or bottom side of the skis and/or snowboards.

[0005] With the device according to the invention it is possible to slide a pair of skis or a snowboard into and hang them in the bracket by means of a simple hand movement. Once suspended, skis and/or snowboards automatically take up a stable position, in which they are freely suspended without the risk of damage.

[0006] In an elegant preferred embodiment the brackets comprise a generally U-shaped part for self-clamping engagement on the top side and/or bottom side of the skis and/or snowboards. The self-clamping action according to the invention is realized in simple and reliable manner through the use of a U-shape.

[0007] According to a first variant, the U-shaped part lies substantially in the plane of rotation of the bracket. This first variant is highly suitable for hanging up a pair of skis.

[0008] According to a second variant, the U-shaped part lies at an angle α relative to the plane of rotation A of the bracket, wherein 45 ≤ α ≤ 90 degrees. This second variant is highly suitable for hanging up a snowboard.

[0009] In a practical preferred embodiment the brackets are generally S-shaped.

[0010] According to a further preferred embodiment, the brackets are mounted on the rack in a manner such that the brackets lie obliquely relative to the wall in the mounted situation of the rack. This preferred embodiment is extremely compact and thus saves space.

[0011] In a practical preferred embodiment the rack is provided with one or more obliquely extending parts on which the brackets are mounted.

[0012] According to a further development hereof, the rack comprises generally W-shaped parts on which the brackets are mounted.

[0013] The brackets preferably have substantially the same orientation.

[0014] The invention will now be discussed in more detail with reference to the drawings, in which

Figure 1 shows a schematic view of a first embodiment of a suspending device according to the invention;

Figure 1A shows the first embodiment of figure 1 in front view;

Figure 1B shows the first embodiment of figure 1 in side view;

Figure 2 shows a schematic view of the first embodiment in which a pair of skis are suspended;

Figure 2A shows the first embodiment with skis in side view;

Figure 3 shows a schematic view of a second embodiment of a suspending device according to the invention;

Figure 3A shows the second embodiment of figure 3 in front view;

Figure 3B shows the second embodiment of figure 3 in side view;

Figure 4 shows a schematic view of the second embodiment in which a snowboard is suspended; and

Figure 4A shows the second embodiment with snowboard in side view.

[0015] Corresponding components are designated in the figures with the same reference numerals.

[0016] Figure 1 shows a schematic view of a first embodiment of a suspending device 1 according to the invention. Figures 1A and 1B show suspending device 1 in respectively front view and side view.

[0017] Suspending device 1 comprises a rack 2 with mounting means 3 on which brackets 4 are mounted. The wall rack 2 comprises a number of plane parts 2C provided with fastening means 5 for fastening of the rack to a wall. Wall rack 2 further comprises a number of obliquely extending parts 2B which in the mounted situation lie at an angle βto the wall, wherein 30 ≤ β ≤ 60 preferably applies.

[0018] Wall rack 2 has a general W-shape, wherein the brackets are mounted in each case on alternating oblique sides 2B of the W. The shape of wall rack 2 could also be referred to as a zigzag form.

[0019] Mounting means 3 are preferably formed by tongues 3 which are cut and bent out of the surface of oblique parts 2B. Tongues 3 are provided with holes for passage of bracket 4.

[0020] In the first embodiment the suspending device 1 is intended for hanging up skis as shown in figures 2 and 2A. Each bracket 4 comprises a generally U-shaped part 4A, the dimensions of which are chosen such that the U-shaped bracket part engages self-clampingly on the longitudinal surfaces of a pair of (schematically shown) skis 6. In respect of this text the longitudinal surface can be understood to mean the upper side (provided with binding) as well as the underside (the glide surface) of the ski, this in accordance with the context. The skis are preferably hung in pairs with the undersides against each other, so that the bracket engages on the top side of the two skis.

[0021] Bracket 4 has a general S-shape of which the first U-shaped bracket part 4A forms part. The remaining part of the S-shape functions as a rotating arm 4B. Figures 1B and 2A show clearly that in the first embodiment the bracket part 4A lies in the plane of rotation A of rotating arm 4B.

[0022] Figure 3 shows a schematic view of a second embodiment of a suspending device 14. Figures 3A and 3B show suspending device 14 in respectively front view and side view. Suspending device 14 is intended for suspending one or more snowboards as shown in figures 4 and 4A.

[0023] Wall rack 2 and the mounting of the brackets on the wall rack in suspending device 14 is identical to that of suspending device 1. Suspending device 14 differs from suspending device 1 in respect of the brackets.

[0024] Each bracket 14 comprises a generally U-shaped part 14A, the dimensions of which are chosen such that the U-shaped bracket part engages self-clampingly on the longitudinal surfaces of a (schematically shown) snowboard 7. In the case of a snowboard the bracket engages on the longitudinal surface on both sides, i.e. on the upper side (provided with bindings) as well as on the underside (the glide surface) of the snowboard.

[0025] Bracket 14 likewise has a general S-shape of which the first U-shaped bracket part 14A forms part. The remaining part of the S-shape functions as a rotating arm 14B. In order to effect a good self-clamping engagement on the snowboard, bracket part 14A lies at an angle α to the plane of rotation A of rotating arm 14B. This is shown clearly in figures 3B and 4A. 45 ≤ α ≤ 90 degrees preferably applies here.

[0026] Brackets 4, 14 are preferably manufactured from stainless steel, wherein the self-clamping bracket part 4A, 14A can be provided with a protection, for instance of plastic.

[0027] Finally, the invention is expressly not limited to the described and shown embodiments. It is for instance possible to envisage different combinations of device 1 and device 10. Device 1 and device 10 can thus be attached adjacently of, and optionally to each other, or brackets 4 and 14 can be mounted in random sequence on a rack 2. In both exemplary embodiments the suspending device is suitable for suspending skis as well as snowboards. Other variations will also be within the reach of a skilled person in the field after reading of this text. In addition, it is noted that the general application of the invention relates to a suspending device for snow sport articles with long and narrow glide surface. At this moment these are in practice the stated skis and snowboards, but can also be understood to include possible future variants thereof.

[0028] The invention therefore generally extends to any embodiment which falls within the scope of the appended claims as seen in the light of the foregoing description and drawings.

Claims

1. Device for suspending one or more skis and/or snowboards, comprising:

- a rack for fixing to a wall; and

- one or more brackets which are mounted rotatably on the rack for the purpose of accommodating the skis and/or snowboards,

characterized in that the brackets (4, 14) are mounted for free rotation on the rack and are adapted for self-clamping engagement on the top side and/or bottom side of the skis (6) and/or snowboards (7).

2. Device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the brackets comprise a generally U-shaped part (4A, 14A) for self-clamping engagement on the top side and/or bottom side of the skis and/or snowboards.

3. Device as claimed in claim 2, wherein the U-shaped part (4A) lies substantially in the plane of rotation A of the bracket.

4. Device as claimed in claim 2, wherein the U-shaped part (14A) lies at an angle α relative to the plane of rotation A of the bracket, wherein 45 ≤ α ≤ 90 degrees.

5. Device as claimed in any of the foregoing claims, wherein the brackets are generally S-shaped.

6. Device as claimed in any of the foregoing claims, wherein the brackets (4, 14) are mounted on the rack (2) in a manner such that the brackets lie obliquely relative to the wall in the mounted situation of the rack.

7. Device as claimed in claim 6, wherein the rack is provided with one or more obliquely extending parts (2B) on which the brackets are mounted.

8. Device as claimed in claim 6 or 7, wherein the rack comprises generally W-shaped parts on which the brackets are mounted.

9. Device as claimed in any of the foregoing claims, wherein the brackets have substantially the same orientation.

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