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Patent application title:

Alignment Stick

Publication number:

US20140179457A1

Publication date:
Application number:

13/987,308

Filed date:

2012-10-11

Abstract:

A portable golf alignment training aid comprises a pair of telescoping sticks that can be extended to different lengths and optionally connected together. The telescoping sticks can be easily stored and transported in a pocket of a conventional golf bag.

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Classification:

  1. Human necessities
  2. Sports; games; amusements

A63B69/3667 »  CPC main

Training appliances or apparatus for special sports for golf Golf stance aids, e.g. means for positioning a golfer's feet

A63B69/36 IPC

Training appliances or apparatus for special sports for golf

Description

BACKGROUND

Traditional alignment sticks are too long to be easily carried in a golf bag, and can be cumbersome to use. However, if golfers don't use these sticks, they may not align their body properly when hitting the ball.

SOLUTION

The present invention describes a golf alignment training aid. The device comprises a pair of telescoping sticks that can be retracted for carrying inside a conventional golf bag. The sticks include a connector which allows for attachment of both sticks together for ease of transport. The device adjusts to different lengths, allowing for easy storage and transportation in the pockets on a golf bag. This provides golfers with a portable training tool to reinforce golf swing fundamentals, and ensures proper alignment of the body when striking a golf ball.

DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS ATTACHED

FIG. 1 shows a view of the present invention.

DESCRIPTION OF INVENTION

Referring now to FIG. 1, there is shown a view of the present invention. The device comprises an alignment stick for teaching proper golf swing technique. The device includes a pair of telescoping sticks that include a connector, which allows the stick to be quickly assembled for use and broken down to a smaller size for storage. The device can be adjusted to different lengths, based on the drill being performed, or the size of the user.

The stick of the present invention comprises a pair of sticks, which are similar in appearance to a pointer. The device is preferably constructed from metal, graphite, fiberglass, or another suitable material. The sticks preferably include telescoping sections that allow for extension in length as needed, and retraction when finished. The smallest end of the sticks may have a pointed section, allowing it to be wedged into the ground if desired.

The sticks further include corresponding clips for easy storage. An optional bag to store the sticks in may also be offered. This bag easily fits in a golf bag pocket. In this way, the present invention provides golfers with an easy and convenient way to store, transport, and use alignment sticks to improve their swing.

The foregoing descriptions of specific embodiments of the present invention have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the present invention to the precise forms disclosed, and obviously many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching. The exemplary embodiment was chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the present invention and its practical application, to thereby enable others skilled in the art to best utilize the present invention and various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated.

Claims

1. A golf alignment device, comprising:

a first telescoping stick extendable in length from a first length to a second, greater length;

a second telescoping stick extendable in length from a first length to a second, greater length; and

a connector for connecting said first telescoping stick and said second telescoping stick end-to-end.

2. The golf alignment device of claim 1, wherein one end of each of said first and second telescoping sticks is smaller in diameter than the opposite end, and wherein each said smaller diameter ends is tapered to a point.

3. The golf alignment device of claim 1, wherein each of said first and second telescoping sticks is made of a metal material.

4. The golf alignment device of claim 1, wherein each of said first and second telescoping sticks is made of graphite.

5. The golf alignment device of claim 1, wherein each of said first and second telescoping sticks is made of fiberglass.

6. The golf alignment device of claim 1, further comprising:

at least one clip for attaching the first and second telescoping sticks together for storage purposes.

7. The golf alignment device of claim 1, further comprising:

a storage bag for storing said first and second telescoping sticks.

Resources

Images & Drawings included:

Fig. 01 - Alignment Stick
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Fig. 02 - Alignment Stick
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