Patent ID: 6581661
Filing Date: 2003-06-24
Classification: B60C

Abstract:
An apparatus for improving traction of a tire attached to a wheel rim with openings therein, the apparatus comprising:at least one traction-providing portion disposable transversely across at least a portion of the breadth of a tread of the tire; a strap take up ratchet; a holding strap, disposable through the openings in the wheel rim, and having a first end attached to said traction-providing portion and a second end attached to said take up ratchet, wherein when said take up ratchet is actuated said holding strap is contactable with the wheel rim; a tightening strap having a first end attached to said traction-providing portion and a second end movably passed through said take up ratchet, said take up ratchet engageable with said tightening strap; and a protective strap, attached to said holding strap and having a width greater than the width of said holding strap, for protecting said holding strap against abrasion by the rim.