Abstract

The splitboard fastening system is for use with a splitboard having first and second splitboard skis. The splitboard fastening system includes an adjustable crossbar attachment, configured to be coupled to the first splitboard ski, and including a crossbar having an engagement interface that is adjustable relative to a center seam of the splitboard. A rotatable lever attachment is configured to be coupled to the second splitboard ski, and includes a post, defining an axis of rotation, and coupled to a lever. Wherein, in a locked configuration, the post exerts a lateral force against the engagement interface of the crossbar based upon rotation of the lever.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 5/03 - Mono skisSnowboards

Abstract

A nose clip and a tail clip for a splitboard ski assembly may each comprise at least three hooks. The nose clip and the tail clip may be adaptable to various splitboard ski designs. A stretcher for a skin assembly may be configured to interface with the tail clip. The tail clip may comprise at least two elongated apertures defining a rail. The stretcher may be configured to interface with the rail via friction and/or secure a skin assembly to a splitboard ski assembly.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 11/00 - Accessories for skiing or snowboarding
• A63C 5/02 - Skis or snowboards collapsibleSkis or snowboards divided

Abstract

A splitboard fastening system is disclosed herein. The splitboard fastening system comprises a crossbar comprising a shear bushing interface and a hook, an eccentric post coupled to a lever and configured to engage an inside edge of the hook in response to rotation of the lever, and a shear bushing configured to engage the shear bushing interface, wherein the crossbar is configured to be coupled to a first splitboard ski, and wherein the eccentric post and the shear bushing are configured to be independently coupled to a second splitboard ski.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 5/02 - Skis or snowboards collapsibleSkis or snowboards divided
• A63C 5/03 - Mono skisSnowboards

Abstract

A splitboard fastening system is disclosed herein. The splitboard fastening system comprises a crossbar comprising a shear bushing interface and a hook, an eccentric post coupled to a lever and configured to engage an inside edge of the hook in response to rotation of the lever, and a shear bushing configured to engage the shear bushing interface, wherein the crossbar is configured to be coupled to a first splitboard ski, and wherein the eccentric post and the shear bushing are configured to be independently coupled to a second splitboard ski.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 5/02 - Skis or snowboards collapsibleSkis or snowboards divided
• A63C 5/03 - Mono skisSnowboards

Abstract

A mounting device for snowboards and other snow glide boards that includes a puck assembly. The adjustment system can be adjusted with three degrees of freedom with respect to the snowboard: foot placement, foot angle, and heel and toe centering. The puck assembly can attach directly to the snowboard or can be built into the snowboard boot binding. The mounting device can include a slider block/snowboard binding base plate and a disk. The disk includes a series of projections. The slider block/snowboard binding base plate receives the disk in a recess indented in the slider block/snowboard binding base plate top surface. The recess is patterned with a series of detents sized and shaped to receive the projections from the disk. The detents arranged as a series of arcs, of equal radius, translated linearly on even increments. This combination allows for the foot angle and heel and toe centering adjustments to be made concurrently.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 10/18 - Systems for adjusting the direction or position of the bindings about a vertical rotation axis relative to the board
• A63C 9/00 - Ski bindings
• A63C 10/20 - Systems for adjusting the direction or position of the bindings in longitudinal or lateral direction relative to the board

Abstract

A splitboard fastening system comprises a crossbar comprising a shear bushing interface and a hook, an eccentric post coupled to a lever and configured to engage an inside edge of the hook in response to rotation of the lever, and a shear bushing configured to engage the shear bushing interface, wherein the crossbar is configured to be coupled to a first splitboard ski, and wherein the eccentric post and the shear bushing are configured to be independently coupled to a second splitboard ski.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 5/02 - Skis or snowboards collapsibleSkis or snowboards divided
• A63C 5/03 - Mono skisSnowboards

Abstract

A mounting device for snowboards and other snow glide boards that includes a puck assembly. The adjustment system can be adjusted with three degrees of freedom with respect to the snowboard: foot placement, foot angle, and heel and toe centering. The puck assembly can attach directly to the snowboard or can be built into the snowboard boot binding. The mounting device can include a slider block/snowboard binding base plate and a disk. The disk includes a series of projections. The slider block/snowboard binding base plate receives the disk in a recess indented in the slider block/snowboard binding base plate top surface. The recess is patterned with a series of detents sized and shaped to receive the projections from the disk. The detents arranged as a series of arcs, of equal radius, translated linearly on even increments. This combination allows for the foot angle and heel and toe centering adjustments to be made concurrently.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 10/18 - Systems for adjusting the direction or position of the bindings about a vertical rotation axis relative to the board
• A63C 9/00 - Ski bindings
• A63C 10/20 - Systems for adjusting the direction or position of the bindings in longitudinal or lateral direction relative to the board

Abstract

A mechanism for locking the heel portion of a snow glide board boot binding. The heel-locking device locks and unlocks by rotating a lever. The heel-locking device allows the rider to lock their boot binding hands-free to the snow glide board by pressuring the back of the boot binding baseplate with their boot while the heel-locking device is in the locked position. Once locked, the rider must rotate the lever to a predetermined position to unlock the boot binding.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 9/084 - Ski bindings yieldable or self-releasing in the event of an accident, i.e. safety bindings with heel hold-downs, e.g. swingable

Abstract

A latching device that can latch two splitboard skis together over their lengthwise common edge. The latching device accommodates variation in the distance between latching device mounting holes. The latching device rotates about a fastener assembly secured through one of the latching device mounting holes through the first of the two splitboard skis. A slot in the latching device, engages a second fastener assembly by tension between the outside edge of the slot and the lengthwise common edge between the splitboard skis. The slot includes a series of detents that can engage the second fastener assembly. The detents are distanced progressively closer to the axis of rotation of the latching device to accommodate various distances between the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 5/03 - Mono skisSnowboards
• E05B 65/08 - Locks for special use for sliding wings

Goods & Services

Winter sports equipment, namely, ski, snowboard, and splitboard snowboard binding assemblies; winter sports equipment, namely, interfaces specially adapted for attaching bindings to skis, snowboards, and splitboard snowboards; parts and accessories specially adapted for ski, snowboard, and splitboard snowboard binding assemblies, namely, baseplates and pucks used in securing bindings to snowboards and splitboard snowboards, wires, brackets, pins, straps, highbacks, and lockers for use in securing the heel in place, heel rests and heel risers for supporting the heel during climbs, and baseplate padding for use in cushioning or insulating splitboard snowboard boots; splitboard snowboard clips for use in securing the two sides of the splitboard snowboard together; climbing skins for attachment to the bottom of skis and splitboard snowboards; snowshoes; ski poles

Goods & Services

Winter sports equipment, namely, ski, snowboard, and splitboard snowboard binding assemblies; winter sports equipment, namely, interfaces specially adapted for attaching bindings to skis, snowboards, and splitboard snowboards; parts and accessories specially adapted for ski, snowboard, and splitboard snowboard binding assemblies, namely, baseplates and pucks used in securing bindings to snowboards and splitboard snowboards, wires, brackets, pins, straps, highbacks, and lockers for use in securing the heel in place, heel rests and heel risers for supporting the heel during climbs, and baseplate padding for use in cushioning or insulating splitboard snowboard boots; splitboard snowboard clips for use in securing the two sides of the splitboard snowboard together; climbing skins for attachment to the bottom of skis and splitboard snowboards; snowshoes; ski poles

Abstract

A boot binding system for a splitboard that can include a latch pedal mechanism at an end of a baseplate on which the rider's boot rests. The latch pedal can have a dual function: either to attach each boot binding to a ride mode interface, or to attach each boot binding to a ski tour interface. In a “release position” the latch pedal is disengaged allowing the baseplate assembly to alternate between the ski tour interface and the ride mode interface. In a “lock position,” the rider depresses the latch pedal and locks the boot binding onto the selected interface. The latch pedal is held down by the rider's boot when in the lock position, contributing to the system's lightness and strength.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 10/20 - Systems for adjusting the direction or position of the bindings in longitudinal or lateral direction relative to the board
• A63C 9/08 - Ski bindings yieldable or self-releasing in the event of an accident, i.e. safety bindings
• A63C 9/00 - Ski bindings

Abstract

A latching device that joins splitboard skis along lengthwise edges. The latching device can include a bracket assembly and a crossbar assembly. The bracket assembly can be secured to a first splitboard ski. The crossbar assembly can be secured to a second splitboard ski. The crossbar assembly can include a crossbar and a lever rotationally coupled to the crossbar. The bracket assembly can include a bracket. Rotating the lever can apply a compressive force between the lever and the inside edge of the bracket applying a holding force between the first splitboard ski and the second splitboard ski. With the splitboard skis disengaged, the bracket assembly and crossbar assembly can be stowed completely within their respective splitboard ski perimeter boundaries.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 5/02 - Skis or snowboards collapsibleSkis or snowboards divided
• A63C 5/03 - Mono skisSnowboards

Abstract

An improved highback adjustment system for a splitboard boot binding. A captive strut is mounted on the spine of the highback, the strut having a forward lean adjustor block such that rotation or sliding of the block lengthens or shortens the strut. The combination provides a broadly adjustable range of forward lean bias in small increments and the block is readily disengaged and stowed on the highback when not needed. Advantageously, the mechanism that can be operated and adjusted without tools, even with gloved hands, a significant benefit in winter conditions, and does not jam with snow. Methods of use of the improved forward lean adjustor and highback are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 10/00 - Snowboard bindings
• A63C 10/20 - Systems for adjusting the direction or position of the bindings in longitudinal or lateral direction relative to the board
• A63C 10/24 - Calf or heel supports, e.g. adjustable high back or heel loops
• A63C 5/02 - Skis or snowboards collapsibleSkis or snowboards divided
• A63C 9/00 - Ski bindings
• A63C 9/02 - Non-self-releasing bindings with swivel sole-plate or swivel parts, i.e. Ellefsen-type
• A63C 10/04 - Shoe holders for passing over the shoe
• A63C 10/06 - Straps therefor, e.g. adjustable straps

Abstract

Disclosed is a novel ankle strap and a toe strap that secures snowboard or splitboard rider's boots to corresponding boot bindings. The straps are generally made from a one-piece molding that includes indented portions on the outside surface of the molding that creates corresponding outdented portions on the boot-facing surface for cushioning. The indented portions are bound by ribs, the ribs forming a continuous interconnected rib structure. As the outdented portions flex, the continuous interconnected rib structure helps the strap maintain its shape and structure.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 10/08 - Toe or heel stirrupsClamps
• A63C 10/06 - Straps therefor, e.g. adjustable straps
• A63C 9/00 - Ski bindings

Abstract

An improved highback adjustment system for a splitboard boot binding. A captive strut is mounted on the spine of the highback, the strut having a forward lean adjustor block such that rotation or sliding of the block lengthens or shortens the strut. The combination provides a broadly adjustable range of forward lean bias in small increments and the block is readily disengaged and stowed on the highback when not needed. Advantageously, the mechanism that can be operated and adjusted without tools, even with gloved hands, a significant benefit in winter conditions, and does not jam with snow. Methods of use of the improved forward lean adjustor and highback are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 9/00 - Ski bindings
• A63C 10/20 - Systems for adjusting the direction or position of the bindings in longitudinal or lateral direction relative to the board
• A63C 10/24 - Calf or heel supports, e.g. adjustable high back or heel loops
• A63C 5/02 - Skis or snowboards collapsibleSkis or snowboards divided

Abstract

A puck system achieves adjustable stance in three degrees of freedom—foot placement, foot angulation, and crosswise centering—on a snow gliding board. The puck system includes pairs of puck assemblies for each rider's foot. Puck assemblies are formed from a sliderblock, a flanged disk, and fasteners for each puck. To achieve crosswise centering, the sliderblock is patterned on a top face so as to engage a detent on the underside of the flanged disk in one of many crosswise positions. In a preferred embodiment, the patterned surface includes stepwise offset circular grooves, the grooves providing rotational freedom of angulation at multiple axes of rotation according to the crosswise displacement of the sliderblock in the mounting channel, thereby realizing independent, finely granular adjustment of stance and center of balance for the first time. The system may be used with most boot binding interfaces on the market and may be adapted for either splitboards or snowboards. Also offered are alignment tools for improving and simplifying ride mode interface setup. Advantageously, the system preserves optimal torsional stiffness K, a key parameter of performance in splitboarding and snowboarding.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 10/14 - Interfaces, e.g. in the shape of a plate
• A63C 10/16 - Systems for adjusting the direction or position of the bindings

Abstract

A splitboard boot binding system with single multi-angle climbing wire. The pivotable climbing wire is configured for use with any compatible ski tour interface, and folds away under the boot binding baseplate when the bindings are transferred to a ride mode interface. In ski tour mode, the baseplate pivots on a toe axis and is supported by the climbing wire when the heel is raised. Advantageously, the climbing wire is very lightweight and seats interchangeably in a plurality of detent positions on a compatible heelblock. There are no interferences with conjoint use of a slide-in crampon seated between the heelblock and the toe pivot or with use in systems having a heel locker. Surprisingly, in some combinations the climbing wire may also be used to retain the slider track in ride mode. The combinations and sub-combinations require no tools for adjustment or operation and operate cooperatively.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 9/10 - Non-self-releasing toe jaw-ironsNon-self-releasing binding hooks made of one piece
• A63C 9/00 - Ski bindings
• A63C 7/12 - Ski crampons preventing lateral slipping
• A63C 9/02 - Non-self-releasing bindings with swivel sole-plate or swivel parts, i.e. Ellefsen-type
• A63C 10/04 - Shoe holders for passing over the shoe

Abstract

A heel lock and release combination for a splitboard boot binding. For use in ski touring mode, the binding includes a baseplate for receiving a rider's boot and a spring clamp affixed to a ski member of a splitboard binding interface. The baseplate is pivotably affixed to the ski at the toe. The spring clamp is mounted on a heel rest and may be repositioned between a heel locking and a free heel position. When locked, the spring clamp engages the heel end of the baseplate and prevents heel release. The engagement of the spring clamp is configured so that release of the heel occurs under stress: reducing injury.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 9/00 - Ski bindings
• A63C 9/084 - Ski bindings yieldable or self-releasing in the event of an accident, i.e. safety bindings with heel hold-downs, e.g. swingable
• A63C 10/12 - Yieldable or self-releasing in the event of an accident, i.e. safety bindings
• A63C 10/08 - Toe or heel stirrupsClamps
• A63C 5/03 - Mono skisSnowboards

Abstract

Boot binding systems for riding a snow gliding board, including a pair of boot bindings, each member of the pair having a toe latch pedal mechanism at the toe end of a baseplate on which the rider's boot rests, the toe latch pedal having dual function to either a) attach each boot binding to a ride mode interface in ride mode configuration or to b) attach each boot binding to a ski touring mode interface in ski touring configuration. In a “release position” the toe latch pedal is disengaged so that the baseplate assembly may be detached or switched between the ski touring mode interface and the ride mode interface in alternation. In a “lock position”, the toe of the rider's boot depresses the toe latch pedal and locks the boot binding onto the selected interface. As co-planar with the baseplate, the latch pedal also supports the rider's boot when in the lock position.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 10/18 - Systems for adjusting the direction or position of the bindings about a vertical rotation axis relative to the board
• A63C 9/00 - Ski bindings
• A63C 10/20 - Systems for adjusting the direction or position of the bindings in longitudinal or lateral direction relative to the board
• A63C 5/02 - Skis or snowboards collapsibleSkis or snowboards divided
• A63C 5/03 - Mono skisSnowboards
• A63C 9/02 - Non-self-releasing bindings with swivel sole-plate or swivel parts, i.e. Ellefsen-type
• A63C 10/14 - Interfaces, e.g. in the shape of a plate
• A63C 10/28 - Snowboard bindings characterised by auxiliary devices or arrangements on the bindings

Abstract

Boot binding systems for riding a snow gliding board, including a pair of boot bindings, each member of the pair having a toe latch pedal mechanism at the toe end of a baseplate on which the rider's boot rests, the toe latch pedal having dual function to either a) attach each boot binding to a ride mode interface in ride mode configuration or to b) attach each boot binding to a ski touring mode interface in ski touring configuration. In a “release position” the toe latch pedal is disengaged so that the baseplate assembly may be detached or switched between the ski touring mode interface and the ride mode interface in alternation. In a “lock position”, the toe of the rider's boot depresses the toe latch pedal and locks the boot binding onto the selected interface. As co-planar with the baseplate, the latch pedal also supports the rider's boot when in the lock position.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 10/18 - Systems for adjusting the direction or position of the bindings about a vertical rotation axis relative to the board
• A63C 9/00 - Ski bindings
• A63C 5/02 - Skis or snowboards collapsibleSkis or snowboards divided
• A63C 5/03 - Mono skisSnowboards
• A63C 9/02 - Non-self-releasing bindings with swivel sole-plate or swivel parts, i.e. Ellefsen-type
• A63C 10/14 - Interfaces, e.g. in the shape of a plate
• A63C 10/28 - Snowboard bindings characterised by auxiliary devices or arrangements on the bindings

Abstract

Splitboard boot bindings for backcountry splitboarding. Each of a pair of soft-boot bindings is provided with an integral boot binding lower that conjoins the two halves of a splitboard without the additional weight or height of an adaptor mounting plate, upper binding baseplate or “tray”, and extra fasteners of the prior art. The boot binding lower is formed as a box girder and provides improved torsional stiffness for splitboard riding. When subjected to a torque applied by the rider, the bottom mediolateral edges of the box girders are configured to contactingly engage the top face of the splitboard, thereby dynamically coupling the rider's boot sole and the board via a single rigid structure. In a preferred embodiment, the web or “spacer” members of the box girder are characterized by an aspect ratio or contour height that is varied from heel to toe.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 5/02 - Skis or snowboards collapsibleSkis or snowboards divided
• A63C 5/03 - Mono skisSnowboards
• A63C 9/02 - Non-self-releasing bindings with swivel sole-plate or swivel parts, i.e. Ellefsen-type
• A63C 10/28 - Snowboard bindings characterised by auxiliary devices or arrangements on the bindings
• A63C 9/00 - Ski bindings

Abstract

Splitboard boot bindings for backcountry splitboarding. Each of a pair of soft-boot bindings is provided with an integral boot binding lower that conjoins the two halves of a splitboard without the additional weight or height of an adaptor mounting plate, upper binding baseplate or “tray”, and extra fasteners of the prior art. The boot binding lower is formed as a modified sandwich box girder or modified monolithic box girder and provides improved torsional stiffness for splitboard riding. When subjected to a torque applied by the rider, the bottom mediolateral flanges of the box girders are configured to contactingly engage the top face of the splitboard, thereby dynamically coupling the rider's boot sole and the board via a single rigid structure. In a preferred embodiment, the web or “spacer” members are characterized by an aspect ratio or contour height that is varied from heel to toe.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 9/00 - Ski bindings

Abstract

Improved boot bindings for backcountry splitboarding are disclosed. Each of a pair of soft-boot bindings has an integral boot binding lower that conjoins the two halves of a splitboard without the additional weight or height of an adaptor mounting plate and extra fasteners. Attached to the integral boot binding lower are the elements of a boot binding upper. The integral boot binding lower, in combination with upper boot bindings, provides improved torsional stiffness for splitboard riding. The integral boot binding lower further includes a toe pivot for free heel ski touring. The boot bindings can be readily detached from the ski touring position and reattached to the snowboard riding position, or vice versa, as is advantageous in backcountry touring and riding.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63C 9/00 - Ski bindings