Patent ID: 8419026
Filing Date: 2013-04-16
Classification: A63C,B32B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A reinforced skateboard deck comprising: a lower support section including at least one layer with a nose section, tail section, and an intermediate section cooperating to define an upper bonding surface and a lower truck mounting surface with a first truck mounting region and a second truck mounting region disposed at or proximate to opposing ends of the intermediate section; an upper strength enhancement section extending at least partially between the truck mounting regions and at least partially bonded to the upper bonding surface of the support section, the strength enhancement section including at least one fiber-reinforced layer defining a recessed peripheral edge extending at least partially between the truck mounting regions; and a protective side barrier extending around at least a portion of the peripheral edge of the fiber-reinforced layer and at least partially between the truck mounting regions, the side barrier being formed of an abrasion resistant material with at least a portion of the side barrier and fiber-reinforced layer cooperating to provide an exposed upper foot bearing surface spaced apart from the truck mounting surface.