Patent ID: 7011333
Filing Date: 2006-03-14
Classification: A63C,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A binding for a snowboard, comprising: a baseplate; and at least one strap including first and second opposing strap parts each having a first end, a second send, and a curved rigid part on an upper face thereof, said first ends of said opposing strap parts extending from and being articulated relative to opposing sides of said baseplate, wherein said second end of said first opposing strap part includes a hook member connected to an articulated lever such that said hook member is displaceable toward a corresponding notch member on said second end of said second opposing strap part and said hook and notch members on said curved rigid part of said first and second opposing strap parts are brought together and fastened to one another over a portion of a boot, and wherein said opposing strap parts each comprise a hinge that makes it possible to pivot said strap parts in order to open and close the binding.