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Patent application title:

Drag-n-fire

Publication number:

US20080060219A1

Publication date:
Application number:

11/516,851

Filed date:

2006-09-07

Abstract:

The invention is a smooth laser cut steel plate that easily attaches to the heel of a boot or shoe. Two small screws enable attachment of plate through flanges, one on either side. While riding, a motorcyclist can place their heel lightly onto any smooth road surface to emit a shower of sparks. The device also helps protect the rider's heel against drag wear at starts and stops. This steel plate can easily be replaced or removed entirely from user's boots or shoes.

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Classification:

  1. Human necessities
  2. Footwear

A43B5/145 »  CPC main

Footwear for sporting purposes; Shoes for cyclists Boots for motorcyclists

A43C13/02 IPC

Wear-resisting attachments Metal plates for soles or heels

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

In relation to motorcycle footwear accessories, and in particular, concerning heel plate designs. We are unaware of any comparable patents to date.

SUMMARY

A heel device according to the invention is designed to attach to the heel of a boot or shoe. The device consists of a generally flat steel base plate. Left and right flanges extend upward from this base plate. These flanges are pre-drilled for easy attachment, by use of two screws, which insert directly into the heel through said flanges.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 shows a heel device according to the invention, in a perspective view from the front and rear view.

FIG. 2 shows the heel device in perspective from its top view.

FIG. 3 shows the heel device in perspective from its side view.

DESCRIPTION

The invention relates to motorcycle riding boots or shoes, and has two main functions.

    • a) By lightly dragging heel against a smooth road surface when riding motorcycle, the device generates a shower of sparks.
    • b) The invention helps protect the shoe/ boot from excessive drag wear at starts and stops.

It is an object of the invention to integrate a durable steel plate for engagement by the user for amusement purposes, as well as, extend life of motorcycle footwear (heel).

Claims

We claim:

1. A heel plate of durable steel metal material attached in the position on user's boot/shoe where, when in use, comes in contact with road surfaces, comprising:

a generally flat base platform, laser-cut in a semi-circular fashion

means securing the steel plate to the shoe or boot comprises

left and right flanges extending upward from the base platform, these flanges are pre-drilled twice, vertically, to enable steel screws to be inserted, one on each side of the heel providing secure attachment.

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Images & Drawings included:

Fig. 01 - Drag-n-fire
Fig. 01
Fig. 02 - Drag-n-fire
Fig. 02

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