Patent Publication Number: US-9883742-B2

Title: Shower caddy with shelf adjustably maounted along an elongate support member

Description:
CROSS-REFERENCE 
     This application claims the priority benefit under 35 U.S.C. § 119(e) of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/953,376, filed Mar. 14, 2014, the entirety of which is hereby incorporated by reference. This application also hereby incorporates by reference in their entirety U.S. application Ser. Nos. 29/518,327 and 29/518,332, both filed Feb. 23, 2015. 
    
    
     BACKGROUND 
     Field 
     This disclosure is generally related to devices that can be used for storing and/or organizing personal articles, and specifically to shelving systems. 
     Description of the Related Art 
     Certain shelving devices, such as those commonly known as “shower caddies,” are used in a shower or bath enclosure to store and organize personal care articles, such as shampoo, soap, razors, toothbrushes, bath sponges, etc. Shower caddies typically include shelves or baskets for holding the personal care items. The collection of personal care articles on the shelving can sometimes appear cluttered or disorganized. Some shower caddies are configured to hang and thus can be called “hanging shower caddies.” 
     SUMMARY 
     In accordance with some embodiments, a shelving system can comprise at least one elongated support member configured to be positionable in an orientation such that it is elongated in a generally vertical direction. The at least one elongated support member can also comprise at least one channel. The channel can extend along a rear wall of the support member. In some variants, one or more channels extend along lateral edges of the support member. At least one member can be configured to support an article for drying. A connecting mechanism can be configured to releasably connect the at least one member to the elongated support member. The connecting mechanism can comprise first and second engaging members, each of the first and second engaging members can be pivotally mounted relative to the at least one elongated support member and comprising a control portion and an engaging portion. The engaging portions can be configured to extend into at least one of the channels. The connecting mechanism can comprise a biasing device configured to bias the first and second engaging members toward a position in which the engaging portions extend into at least one channel. At least one of the biasing member and the engaging portions can be configured to engage the at least one channel with sufficient force to support the at least one member with at least one wet article supported by the at least one member. 
     In accordance with some embodiments, a drying rack can comprise at least one member configured to support an article for drying. A connecting mechanism can be configured to releasably connect the at least one member to an elongated vertical support member having first and second elongated vertical channels. The connecting mechanism can further comprise first and second engaging members. Each of the first and second engaging members can be pivotally mounted relative to the at least one member and can comprise a control portion and an engaging portion. Each of the engaging portions can be configured to extend into one of the first and second elongated vertical channels. The connecting mechanism can further comprise a biasing device configured to bias the first and second engaging members toward a position in which the engaging portions extend into the first and second vertical channels. At least one of the biasing member and the engaging portions can be configured to engage the first and second vertical channels with sufficient force to support the at least one member with at least one wet article supported by the at least one member. 
     In accordance with some embodiments, a shelving system can comprise a support member having a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal axis. At least one shelf can be slidably connected to the support member with a connection mechanism. The connection mechanism can be configured to allow the at least one shelf to be adjusted in a first direction generally parallel to the longitudinal axis and in a second direction substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis with respect to the support member. 
     In accordance with some embodiments, a shelving system for a shower can comprise a central portion having a top end and a bottom end, wherein the central portion comprises at least one shelf. An upper attachment device can be configured to hang the central portion within a shower. A lower attachment device can be connected to the bottom end, wherein the lower attachment device is configured to be adjustable in at least a generally horizontal direction. 
     In accordance with some embodiments, a shower organizer can comprise an elongated element having a longitudinal axis, a first end, and a second end. A connector can have an aperture configured to fit around a shower head pipe. At least one shelf can be mounted on the elongated element. A resilient member can be disposed in the aperture so as to lie between an outer surface of a shower head pipe and an inner surface of the aperture when the connector is disposed around a shower head pipe. 
     In accordance with some embodiments, a shower caddy can comprise an elongated central support member with a longitudinal axis. The central support member can have a generally I-shaped cross-section, comprising at least a first flange with first and second lateral edges. At least first and second shelves can be provided, wherein each of the first and second shelves can have at least first and second cross members extending generally laterally across the respective shelves. 
     At least first and second clamp mechanisms can releasably connect the first and second shelves, respectively, to the central support member. In some embodiments, each of the first and second clamp mechanisms can comprise a clamp body with first and second hooks configured to engage the first and second lateral edges of the first flange. In certain variants, the clamp mechanisms can each have a clamp plate disposed at least partially in the clamp body and configured to rest against the first and second cross members, and a lever member having a cam. The lever member can be configured to pivot between locked and unlocked positions, wherein in the locked position, the cam presses the clamp plate against the cross members and causes the first and second hooks to press against the first and second lateral edges, respectively, with sufficient force to support the weight of the shelf. 
     A first connector device can be disposed at an upper end of the central support member. The first connector can have a first portion fixed to the upper end of the support and a second portion pivotally connected to the first portion so as to be pivotable between open and closed positions. The first and second portions can have an aperture configured to fit around a shower head pipe when in the closed position. A second connector device can comprise a suction cup pivotally mounted to a lower end of the central support member so as to be pivotable about a pivot axis extending generally perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. 
     Certain embodiments include an attachment system for a hanging shower caddy. The attachment system comprising can include a bracket connected to a pivot point at a bottom end of an elongate support member of the shower caddy. The bracket can have a magnetic portion, which can be a central portion. The bracket can include an outwardly extending arm. The arm can be configured to rotate freely about the pivot point. The bracket can include a connection member, such as a suction cup, attached to the arm. In some embodiments, the attachment system includes a hub configured to couple with a shower wall, such as with adhesive tape. The hub can be magnetic. The hub can have a front and a rear. The front can be configured to couple (e.g., magnetically) with the central portion of the bracket. The rear can have a generally planar surface configured to engage an adhesive material, an outer wall, and a recess. The recess can be located radially between the generally planar surface and the outer wall. The recess can be configured to receive a sealant material. 
     In some implementations, the attachment system includes a plurality of arms and a plurality of connection member, each of the arms comprising at least one of the connection members. In some implementations, the arm is rotatable 360° around the pivot point. In certain embodiments, the outer wall comprises a generally planar surface that is generally parallel with and/or not coplanar with the generally planar surface of the central portion. Some embodiments include a distance adjustment unit that includes an adjustment member configured to vary the distance between the support member and the hub. The adjustment member can include a threaded member. In various embodiments, the hub comprises a magnet. 
     According to certain embodiments, a method of securing a hanging shower caddy includes adhering an adhesive to a wall of the shower and adhering a magnetic hub to the adhesive. The method can include attaching an upper portion of the shower caddy to a pipe such that the weight of the shower caddy is supported from the pipe. The shower caddy can include an elongate support member, at least one shelf, and an attachment assembly. The attachment assembly can be located at a lower end of the shower caddy. In some embodiments, the method includes magnetically coupling the magnetic hub with the attachment assembly of the shower caddy, thereby securing the lower end of the shower caddy relative to the wall. In some variants, such as embodiments in which the shower caddy includes a pivoting arm with a suction cup, the method includes rotating the pivoting arm and connecting the suction cup with the wall. In some implementations, the method includes inserting a sealant material into a recess in the magnetic hub. Some variants include adjusting an adjustment member of the attachment assembly, thereby changing the distance between the attachment assembly and the wall of the shower. In certain embodiments, the method includes adjusting an adjustment member comprises rotating a threaded pin. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
       Certain features, aspects, and advantages of the subject matter disclosed herein are described below with reference to the drawings, which are intended to illustrate and not to limit the scope of the disclosure. Various features of different disclosed embodiments can be combined to form additional embodiments, which are part of this disclosure. No structures, features, steps, or processes are essential or critical. 
         FIG. 1  is a front, top, and left side perspective view of a shower caddy constructed in accordance with some embodiments and having a central support member and three adjustable shelves. 
         FIG. 2  is a schematic cross-sectional view of a portion of the central support member and a portion of a clamp that can be used to secure a shelf to the central support member. 
         FIG. 3  is an enlarged front, top, and left side perspective view of a portion of a shelf and a clamping mechanism of the shower caddy. 
         FIG. 4 a    is an exploded schematic side view of the clamping mechanism. 
         FIG. 4 b    is an exploded schematic front elevation view of the clamping mechanism. 
         FIG. 5 a    is a schematic side elevation and partial cross-sectional view of the central support member, clamping mechanism, and a shelf of the shower caddy, with the clamping mechanism being shown in a “closed” position. 
         FIG. 5 b    is a side cross-sectional view of the vertical column, clamping mechanism, and shelf of the shower caddy, with the clamping mechanism in an intermediate position between “closed” and “open” positions. 
         FIG. 5 c    is a side cross-sectional view of the vertical column, clamping mechanism, and shelf of the shower caddy, with the clamping mechanism in the “open” position. 
         FIG. 5 d    is a schematic front elevation view of the shelving system in which two of the shelves have been adjusted laterally away from their centered position. 
         FIG. 6  is a front, top, and right side perspective view of an upper attachment device that can be used with the shower caddy shown in a “closed” position. 
         FIG. 7  is a front, top, and right side perspective view of the upper attachment device shown in an “open” position. 
         FIG. 8  is a schematic side cross-sectional view of the upper attachment device positioned on a shower head pipe. 
         FIG. 9  is a front, bottom, and right side perspective view of a lower portion of the shower caddy having an adjustable lower attachment device. 
         FIG. 10  is an exploded perspective view of the adjustable lower attachment device shown in  FIG. 9 . 
         FIG. 11  is a front top and left side perspective view of another embodiment of a shower caddy. 
         FIG. 11 a    is an exploded view of a central support member of the shower caddy illustrated in  FIG. 11 . 
         FIG. 12  is a front elevation view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 11 . 
         FIG. 13  is a rear elevation view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 11 . 
         FIG. 14  is a right side elevation view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 11 . 
         FIG. 15  is a left side elevation view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 11 . 
         FIG. 16  is a bottom plan view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 11 . 
         FIG. 17  is a top plan view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 11 . 
         FIG. 18  is an enlarged exploded view of a wash cloth hanger illustrating motions for releasing the hanger from a central support column of the shower caddy of  FIG. 11 . 
         FIG. 19  is another view of the wash cloth hanger of  FIG. 18  attached to the central support member. 
         FIG. 20  is an enlarged top plan and partial sectional view illustrating a releasing motion of the wash cloth hanger illustrated in  FIGS. 18 and 19 . 
         FIG. 21  is an enlarged top plan and partial sectional view illustrating a clamping motion of the wash cloth hanger illustrated in  FIGS. 18 and 19 . 
         FIG. 22  is a top, front perspective view of another embodiment of a shower caddy. 
         FIGS. 22 a  and 22 b    are top, rear perspective and cross-sectional views of the shower caddy of  FIG. 22 . 
         FIG. 23  is a perspective view of a portion of the shower caddy of  FIG. 22 , including a support structure and a rotatable divider. 
         FIG. 24  is an enlarged perspective view of a portion of the shower caddy of  FIG. 22 , with the rotatable divider in a retracted position. 
         FIG. 25  is a perspective view of the rotatable divider of the shower caddy of  FIG. 22 . 
         FIG. 26  is a perspective view of a portion of the shower caddy of  FIG. 22 , with the rotatable divider in an extended position. 
         FIG. 27  is an enlarged perspective view of a portion of the support structure of  FIG. 22 . 
         FIG. 28  is a perspective view of another portion of the shower caddy of  FIG. 22 , with an expandable container. 
         FIG. 29  is a front elevation view of the portion of the shower caddy of  FIG. 28 . 
         FIG. 30  is a front, bottom perspective view of the underside of the expandable container of  FIG. 28 . 
         FIG. 31  is a rear perspective view of a portion of the shower caddy of  FIG. 22 , with an attachment mechanism. 
         FIG. 32  is an exploded perspective view of a portion of the attachment mechanism of  FIG. 31 . 
         FIG. 33  is a front, bottom perspective view of the portion of the shower caddy of  FIG. 31 . 
         FIG. 33 a    is a cross-sectional perspective view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 33 . 
         FIG. 34  is a top, front perspective view of another embodiment of a shower caddy. 
         FIG. 35  is a top, rear perspective view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 34 . 
         FIG. 36  is a top, front perspective view of another embodiment of a shower caddy. 
         FIG. 37  is a top, rear perspective view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 36 . 
         FIG. 38  is a front elevation view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 36 . 
         FIG. 38 a    is an enlarged view of a portion of  FIG. 38 . 
         FIG. 39  is a rear elevation view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 36 . 
         FIG. 40 a - c    are various views of a clamp unit of the shower caddy of  FIG. 36 . 
         FIG. 41  is a top, front perspective cross-sectional view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 36 . 
         FIG. 41 a    is an enlarged view of a portion of  FIG. 41 . 
         FIG. 42  is a cross-sectional view of a portion of a support member and a portion of a clamp mechanism of the shower caddy of  FIG. 36 . 
         FIG. 43  is a top, front perspective view of another embodiment of a shower caddy. 
         FIG. 44  is a bottom, front perspective view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 43 . 
         FIG. 45  is a top, rear perspective view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 43 . 
         FIG. 46  is a top, front perspective cross-sectional view of the shower caddy of  FIG. 43 . 
         FIG. 46 a    is an enlarged view of a portion of  FIG. 46 . 
     
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF CERTAIN EMBODIMENTS 
     Various improved shelving systems, such as shower caddies, are disclosed. The embodiments disclosed below are described in the context of a shower caddy due to particular utility in that context. However, the inventions disclosed herein can also be applied to other types of shelving units and other types of environments. 
     
       FIGS. 1-10 
     
       FIGS. 1-10  illustrate an embodiment of a shower caddy  10 . The shower caddy  10  can have a support member  12  configured to support at least one shelf  16 . In some embodiments, the support member  12  can be in the form of an elongated member. The support member  12  can have various cross-sectional shapes such as generally: circular, elliptical, triangular, rectangular, square, diamond-shaped, hexagonal, or otherwise. Certain embodiments have an I-beam cross-sectional shape. 
       FIG. 2  is a cross-sectional view of a portion of the support member  12  and a portion of a clamping mechanism  14  for securing a shelf  16  on the support member  12 . As shown in  FIG. 2 , the cross-sectional shape of the support member  12  can be in the shape of the letter “I.” In some embodiments, the support member  12  can be formed of satin aluminum that is bead blasted with clear anodizing. The support member  12  may be constructed of other suitable materials, such as steel, stainless steel, or any other metal, plastics, wood, or any other material. As shown, the support member  12  can include one or more tracks  12   a  (e.g., channels, grooves, etc.). 
     As will be described in more detail below, the clamping mechanism  14  can be configured to allow a user to adjust a position of the shelf  16  in addition to holding it in place on the support member  12 . In some embodiments, the shelf  16  can be adjusted both in the horizontal and vertical directions. This provides advantages in that the shelves can be positioned to accommodate other devices or appliances that may be in a user&#39;s shower, as well as various sizes of items, such as toiletries, that may be oversized. 
     The clamping mechanism  14  can be slidably mounted on the support member  12  in the vertical or longitudinal direction. As shown in  FIG. 2 , the clamping mechanism  14  can have a hook  15  on both lateral sides that is configured to fit around and engage the outer flanges  12 ′,  12 ″ of the column  12 . As described in more detail below, the shelf  16  can be adjusted, in both the horizontal and vertical directions, when the clamping mechanism  14  is loosened. When the clamping mechanism  14  is tightened, the shelf  16  is secured to the support member  12  in a fixed position. Thus, the clamping mechanism  14  can be configured to hold the shelf  16  in place when the shelf  16  is loaded with the maximum design weight, and in wet environments, such as a shower. 
     With reference to  FIGS. 3-5 , the clamping mechanism  14  can include a clamp body  20 , clamp plate  22 , and clamp lever  24 . The clamp body  20  can have hooks  15  on both sides, as noted above, that are configured to hook around and engage the outer flanges  12 ′,  12 ″ of the support member  12 , as shown in  FIGS. 2 and 3 . The clamp body  20  can include a slot  21  configured to receive the clamp plate  22 . In some embodiments, the slot  21  can be configured to support the clamp plate  22  within the slot, as described in greater detail below with reference to  FIG. 4   b.    
     The clamp plate  22  can be a generally flat member that is configured to fit through the slot  21  in the clamp body  20 . As shown in  FIGS. 3-5   c , the clamp plate  22  can be configured to engage at least one cross member  30  of the shelf  16 . For example, the clamp plate  22  can have upper and lower shoulders  22   a ,  22   b  or rounded portions that are shaped to engage cross members  30  of the shelf  16  when the clamping mechanism  14  is in the “closed” position (as explained in more detail below). 
     In some embodiments, the clamp plate  22  can be configured to engage the slot  21  so as to prevent the clamp plate  22  from falling through the slot  21 , for example, when the clamp mechanism  14  is open. For example, with reference to  FIG. 4 b   , the clamp plate  22  can include at least one shoulder configured to rest against a corresponding shoulder in or around the slot  21 . 
     In some embodiments, the plate  22  can include shoulders  23 . The shoulders  23  can be arranged to protrude outwardly from the main portion of the clamp plate  22 . The clamp body  20  can include shoulders  25  configured to rest against the shoulders  23  so as to prevent the clamp plate  22  from falling through the clamp body  20 . 
     As shown in  FIGS. 3 and 5   a - 5   c , a lever  24  can be rotatably mounted relative to the clamp body  20 . The lever  24  can be configured to move between open (or unlocked) and closed (or locked) positions. For example, the lever  24  can be configured to secure the shelf  16  to the support member  12  when the lever  24  is in the closed position and to allow the shelf  16  to be moved when the lever  24  is in the open position. In some embodiments, the clamp lever  24  can be formed of a translucent polycarbonate. The lever  24  may be formed of other suitable materials, such as steel, stainless steel, aluminum, plastics, or any other material 
     In some embodiments, the lever  24  can include a cam  26  configured to convert the pivotal movement of the lever  24  into a translational movement of the clamp plate  22 . For example, the lever  24  can be hinged or otherwise pivotally mounted relative to the clamp body  20 , as shown in  FIGS. 5 a  and 5 b   . In some embodiments, the cam  26  can include at least a first portion  26   a  having a radius R 1  and a second portion  26   b  with a radius R 2 , R 2  being larger than R 1 . As such, when the lever  24  is rotated such that the first portion  26   a  is juxtaposed to the clamp plate  22 , the clamp device  14  is in the open position. When the lever  24  is rotated such that the second portion  26   b  is juxtaposed to the clamp plate  22 , the clamp device  14  is in the closed position. These movements are described below in greater detail with reference to  FIGS. 5 a   - 5   c.    
     In some embodiments, the cam  26  can include a third portion  26   c  having a radius R 3  which is larger than radius R 2 . As such, the cam  26  can be configured to provide an “over-center” operation. For example, with the radius R 3  being larger than both the radiuses R 1  and R 2 , the cam  26  will generate a maximum pressing force against the clamp plate  22  when the third portion  26   c  is juxtaposed to the clamp plate  22 . However, as is described below in greater detail, this pressing force is reduced as the lever  24  is further pivoted until the second portion  26   b  is juxtaposed to the clamp plate  22 . This provides an advantage in that the user is provided with a tactile signal that the lever  24  has been moved to the fully closed position. The lever  24  can move quickly from the intermediate position in which the third portion  26   c  is juxtaposed to the clamp plate  22  to the fully closed position in which the second portion  26   b  is juxtaposed to the clamp plate  22 . 
       FIG. 5 a    shows the lever  24  in the closed position, which is when the clamping mechanism  14  is tightened to hold the shelf  16  in place. In this closed position, the clamping mechanism  14  is secured to the support member  12  by the pressing force caused by the second portion  26   b  of the cam  26  pushing against the clamp plate  22 , which, in turn, pushes the clamp plate  22  against an outer surface of the support member  12 . This pressing force also causes the hooks  15  ( FIG. 2 ) of the clamp body  20  to press against and tighten around the flanges  12 ′,  12 ″ ( FIG. 2 ) of the support member  12 . In the “closed” position, the shoulders of the clamp plate  22  engage the cross members  30  of the shelf  16 , as shown in  FIG. 5 a   , and thus press the cross members  30  against the outer face of the support member  12 . 
     The pressure between the shoulders  22   a ,  22   b  of the clamp plate  22  and the cross members  30  as well as the pressure between the hooks  15  of the clamp body  20  and the outer flanges  12 ′,  12 ″ of the support member  12  secure the shelf  16  in place in both the horizontal and vertical directions. As such, the magnitude of the radius R 2  can be determined so as to provide a sufficient pressing force against the clamp plate  22  such that the friction between at least one of the cross members  30 , the outer surface of the support member  12 , the inner surface of the flanges  12 ′,  12 ″, and the hooks  15  is sufficient to support the shelf  16  at the desired location under a maximum load. However, other devices can also be used to secure the shelves  16 . 
     When the lever  24  is in the open position, as shown in  FIG. 5 c   , the first portion  26   a , having the radius R 1 , is juxtaposed to the clamp plate  22 . In some embodiments, the magnitude of the radius R 1  is sufficiently small that the shelf  16  can be adjusted, both vertically and horizontally, when the lever  24  is in this position. 
     A user may “open” the lever  24  by pulling it generally in the direction of arrow A, away from the clamp plate  22  and the column  12 . When the lever  24  is pulled in this direction, the cam  26  rotates in a clockwise direction (as viewed in  FIG. 5 b   ) and thus pulls away from the clamp plate  22  as the first portion  26   a  is moved into juxtaposition with the clamp plate  22 . When the cam  26  is pulled away from the clamp plate  22 , the tension is reduced and the shelf  16  may be adjusted by a user, both vertically and horizontally. 
     This arrangement provides various advantages. For example, with reference to  FIG. 5 d   , the upper most shelf  16  is illustrated in its centered position (where the geometric center of the shelf  16  is aligned with the longitudinal axis of the support member  12 ). By configuring the shelving system to allow the shelves to be adjusted laterally, the shelves can be rearranged to accommodate differing sizes of articles. For example, with continued reference to  FIG. 5 d   , the shelf below the upper most shelf  16 , identified generally as shelf  16   a , has been laterally adjusted towards the right hand side of the figure (in the direction of arrow R). In this configuration, a tall item I can be placed on shelf  16   a  without impacting the upper most shelf  16 . For example, such tall items can be large shampoo bottles of the type that are commonly sold in discount warehouse retail stores. When adjacent shelves are shifted in opposite directions, an even larger space can be provided. For example, as shown in  FIG. 5 d   , the shelf  16   b  which is below the shelf  16   a , has been adjusted toward the left hand side of the figure (in the direction of arrow L). In such a configuration, an even larger tall item J can be supported on the shelf  16   b  without impacting the shelf  16   a  above the shelf  16   b.    
     In operation, to adjust a shelf  16  in the lateral direction, a user can pivot the lever  24  toward the open position ( FIG. 5 c   ), thereby reducing pressure on the clamp plate  22 , which in turn, reduces the pressure between the cross wires  30  and the outer face of the support member  12  and as well as the pressure between the hooks  15  and the flanges  12 ′,  12 ″ ( FIG. 2 ). With the lever  24  positioned as such, a user can slide the shelves  16  relative to the clamping mechanism  14 . 
     With reference to  FIGS. 6-8 , the shower caddy  10  can be fitted with an openable loop mechanism  18  at the top of the support member  12 . The openable loop mechanism  18  can be configured to support the weight of the shower caddy  10  from a shower head (not shown) or a pipe  50  leading to a shower head. For example, the openable loop mechanism  18  can be fitted onto the pipe  50  when it is in an open position ( FIG. 7 ), then closed to secure it in place, as shown in  FIG. 8 . 
     In various embodiments, the loop mechanism  18  can be attached to the upper end of the support member  12 . As shown in  FIGS. 6 and 7 , the loop mechanism  18  can be hinged. For example, in some embodiments, the loop mechanism can include a first portion  18 A pivotally connected to a second portion  18 B. In some embodiments, the pivotal connection between the first and second portions can be provided by a hinge  40 . 
     The hinge  40  can be configured to allow the loop mechanism  18  to open, as shown in  FIG. 7 . The loop mechanism  18  can be secured by closing the first portion  18 A over the shower head pipe  50  and by tightening a threaded screw  42  in the corresponding threaded opening (not shown). However, other fasteners, devices, or mechanisms can also be used to secure the first portion  18 A in the closed position. 
     With reference to  FIG. 8 , some embodiments have a resilient member on at least a portion of an inner periphery of the loop mechanism  18 . For example, in some embodiments, the loop mechanism  18  can be fitted with a resilient member, such as deformable members  46  on the inner periphery of the loop mechanism  18 , as shown in  FIGS. 6 and 7 . The deformable member  46  can be made from one or a plurality of pieces. The deformable members  46  can be made from any resilient material. In some embodiments, the deformable member  46  is made from rubber. These deformable members  46  can be shaped and tapered such that it fits snugly around a standard shower head pipe  50 . 
     In some embodiments, a lower portion of the member  46  is tapered. For example, as shown in  FIG. 8 , a bottom of the deformable member  46  is tapered. Such a taper can provide better contact with a surface of a generally vertically or laterally curved or slanted attachment point of the shower caddy  10 . 
     In some embodiments, the tapered shape of the lower portion  46 A can be configured to compliment the typical downwardly curved contour of a shower head pipe that emerges from a shower wall  52 , such as the shower head pipe  50 . Such tapering of the lower portion  46 A can allow the shower caddy  10  to hang more straightly. For example, without the taper in the lower portion  46 A, the lower surface of the pipe  50  would generate more pressure on a forward portion  46 B of the lower portion  46 A. This would generate a torque on the shower caddy  10 , tending to pivot the shower caddy  10  in the direction of arrow P inwardly toward the shower wall  52 . The contact patch between such an untapered member  46  would be smaller thereby weakening the grip between the member  46  and the pipe  50 . 
     As shown in  FIGS. 6-8 , the member  46  can be thinner at the top of the loop mechanism  18  as compared to the lower portion  46 A. This can help to reduce bouncing of the shower caddy  10  when it is hung from the loop mechanism  18 . 
     A typical shower head pipe  50  has an outer diameter of about 0.8 inch. In some embodiments, the loop mechanism  18  has a minimum inner diameter D of about 0.74 inch when the member  46  is in a relaxed state, e.g., when the shower caddy  10  is not installed on a shower pipe  50 , as shown in  FIG. 8 . Because the inner diameter D of the loop mechanism  18  is slightly smaller than the outer diameter of a typical shower pipe  50 , the rubber inserts  46  will deform slightly and fit snugly around the shower pipe  50  when the loop mechanism  18  is fitted around the shower pipe  50 . Friction between the rubber inserts  46  and the shower head pipe  50  can help to keep the shower caddy  10  in place by resisting relative movement between the two, thereby preventing the shower caddy  10  from sliding down the pipe  50 . 
     This snug fit is particularly useful for stabilizing the shower caddy  10  on a shower pipe  50  when the weight of items (e.g., shampoo, soap, etc.) kept on the shelves  16  is not distributed evenly. It has been found that conventional shower caddies do not adequately resist sliding off a shower pipe. Conventional shower caddies configured to hang on a shower pipe are typically hung over the shower head pipe with a portion of a wire frame of the caddy and thus may be easily knocked off, either by a user or uneven weight distribution of articles stored on the shower caddy. By providing a hinged loop mechanism  18  at the top of the shower caddy  10 , the shower caddy  10  can be more securely and stably attached to a shower head pipe. 
     In the illustrated embodiment, the shelves  16  are formed with cross-members  30  extending horizontally across and curved at the ends of the shelves  16  in a substantially semi-circular or generally “U” shape, as shown in  FIGS. 1 and 9 . As shown in the drawings, the shelves  16  can have different configurations. For example, the shelves  16  can be simple shelves having drainage holes or may be additionally fitted with a soap tray  60 , towel rack  70 , openings  80  for toiletries, and other accessories (e.g., hooks, etc.). Embodiments of a soap tray  60 , towel rack  70 , and openings  80  for toiletries are shown in  FIG. 1 . In the illustrated embodiment, the shelves  16  are configured as a wire basket, as shown in the drawings, to allow for drainage. However, the shelves may have different configurations other than those illustrated. 
     As shown in  FIG. 1 , the shelves  16 ,  16   a ,  16   b  have different configurations. The shelf  16   b  has a soap tray  60  and a towel rack  70  and the upper shelves  16 ,  16   a  can have openings  80  for holding bottles of toiletries, such as shampoo, upside down, e.g., with the cap of the shampoo bottle extending through the openings  80 . There may be alternative embodiments for the soap tray  60 , towel rack  70 , and openings  80  for toiletries and that the embodiments shown in the drawings are merely example embodiments. 
     In some embodiments, the baskets of each shelf  16 ,  16   a ,  16   b , can be formed of polished stainless steel wire. In certain embodiments, the frame of the basket, including the cross members  30 , can be formed of 6 mm polished stainless steel wire. The remainder of the baskets can be formed of 3 mm polished stainless steel wire. 
     In some embodiments, other accessories  100  (e.g., in the form of disks) can be attached to the shower caddy  10 . The accessories  100  can be formed in the shape of disks having a groove  110  on the peripheral edge. The width of the groove  110  can be about the same or slightly larger than the outer diameter of the wire forming the substantially semi-circular or U-shaped portions on the ends of the shelves  16  so that the wire of the substantially semi-circular portion fits within the groove  110 . The accessories  100  are sized and shaped to fit in the substantially semi-circular portion, as shown in  FIG. 1 . The grooves  110  can be configured to “snap” into place in the substantially semi-circular portion of the shelves  16  by engaging the wire of the substantially semi-circular portion. The cross-members  30  of the shelves  16  may be pulled apart slightly by the user to snap the accessories  100  in place. The substantially semi-circular portion of the shelves  16  are preferably greater than or equal to 180 degrees to facilitate insertion of the accessories disks  100 . The accessories  100  can be formed of a strong, rigid material, such as polycarbonate. However, the accessories  100  can be made from a variety of other suitable materials and in a variety of known manners. 
     In some embodiments, the shower caddy  10  can be secured to the shower wall  52  with an attachment mechanism  92 . As shown, the attachment mechanism  92  can be positioned at a bottom end of the shower caddy  10 . This can inhibit or prevent movement (e.g., tilting) of the shower caddy  10 , such as if a user accidentally bumps the caddy  10  or if the weight of items stored on the caddy  10  is shifted to one lateral side. 
     As shown in  FIG. 9 , in some embodiments, a suction cup  90  can be rotatably mounted with the mechanism  92  at the bottom of the shower caddy  10  to secure the shower caddy  10  to the shower wall  52 .  FIG. 10  is an exploded perspective view of the suction cup  90  and mechanism  92  assembly. 
     The suction cup  90  can be rotatably attached to the lower end of the support member  12  by the mechanism  92  or some other mechanism allowing for at least lateral adjustment of the position of the suction cup  90  with respect to the wall  52 . In some embodiments, the mechanism  92  can be configured to provide both lateral (e.g., generally perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the support member  12 ) and longitudinal (e.g., generally parallel to the longitudinal axis of the support member  12 ) adjustment of the position of the suction cup  90 . 
     The suction cup  90  can be configured to grip a substantially flat, planar surface. As mentioned above, suction cups positioned over a grout line or another type of break or irregularity in the shower wall may not generate a satisfactory seal with a suction cup. The mechanism  92  can be configured to allow movement of the suction cup  90 , without adjusting the position of the shower caddy  10 , so that a user may avoid positioning the suction cup  90  over a grout line or some other type of break or irregularity in the shower wall  52 . In some embodiments, the suction cup  90  can be configured to be moveable such that it can be positioned over a smoother portion of the shower wall  52 , thereby providing a strong and secure attachment to the wall  52 . 
     In the illustrated embodiment, the mechanism  92  includes a pivot arm  94  having an upper end  96  pivotally mounted to the lower end of the support member  12  and a lower end  98  connected to the suction cup  90 . The suction cup  90  can be pivoted along the arrow  100 . As such, the suction cup  90  can be adjusted both in the longitudinal direction and the lateral direction. 
     The pivot arm  94  can be connected to the support member  12  and the suction cup  90  with any known device or mechanism. In some embodiments, the upper end  96  of the pivot arm can be connected to the support member  12  with a hinged connection. In some embodiments, friction can be built into the hinged connection to simplify the process of attaching the suction cup  90  to a shower wall. 
     In some embodiments, the lower end  98  of the pivot arm  94  can be configured to provide a flexible connection with the suction cup  90 . In the illustrated embodiment, the suction cup  90  includes a shaft  102  with an enlarged head  104 . The pivot arm  94 , on the other hand, can include a resilient member  106  having an inner diameter, at rest, that is smaller than the outer diameter of the enlarged head  104 . As such, the enlarged head  104  can be pressed through and thereby engaged with the resilient member  106 . 
     In some embodiments, the shower caddy  10  can be provided with an adjustable suction cup assembly both at the top and the bottom, thereby eliminating the loop mechanism  18 . Such alternative embodiments may be secured to the shower wall anywhere as they do not need to be secured to the shower head pipe. 
     
       FIGS. 11-21 
     
       FIGS. 11-21  illustrate another embodiment of a shower caddy, identified generally by the reference numeral  10 A. Components of the shower caddy  10 A that are the same or similar to the corresponding components of the shower caddy  10  are identified below with the same reference numerals except that a letter “A” has been added thereto. 
     With reference to  FIG. 11 , the shower caddy  10 A can include an elongated support member  12 A, a plurality of shelves  16 A, each of which can be supported by a clamping mechanism  14 A. In some embodiments, the shower caddy  10 A can include one or a plurality of drying racks  140 . In some embodiments, the drying racks  140  can be connected to the support member  12 A with the clamping mechanisms  14 A. In the illustrated embodiment, the drying rack  140  is supported by the clamping mechanism  142 , which is described in greater detail below. 
     The support member  12 A can have any configuration. In the illustrated embodiment, the support member  12 A can have the same or a similar cross-sectional shape to the support member  12 , as illustrated in  FIG. 2 . In the illustrated embodiment, the support member  12 A includes a generally I-beam shaped cross-section. In some embodiments, the support member  12 A can be formed in one or a plurality of segments configured to provide adjustability along various dimensions and axes. 
     In some embodiments, the support member  12 A is configured to have a telescoping configuration so that upper and lower ends of the support member  12 A can be pressed against upper and lower stationary objects. For example, in some embodiments, the support member  12 A can be configured to press against the floor of a shower and the ceiling above the shower or bathtub with sufficient force to anchor the entire caddy  10 A in a desired position. 
     With reference to  FIG. 11 a   , in some embodiments, the support member  12 A can include telescoping or nesting segments  144 ,  146  having outer dimensions that are sized so as to allow one of the segments  144 ,  146  to slide within the other. For example, the segment  144  can be configured such that its inner dimensions are larger than the outer dimensions of the segment  146 . As such, the segment  144  can extend over and thus the segment  146  can slide into the segment  144 . 
     As noted above, the support member  12 A can include a spring. In the illustrated embodiment, the support member  12 A includes a spring  148  configured to bias the sections  144 ,  146  away from each other. As such, the support member  12 A can generate an anchoring force to retain the caddy  10 A ( FIG. 11 ) in a secure position within a shower, bathtub, or other location. 
     With reference to  FIG. 20 , the support member  12 A can include an enlarged inner portion  198  configured to accommodate the spring  148  (not shown in  FIG. 20 ). The enlarged portion  198  extends along the length of the support member  12 A. As such the enlarged portion  198  serves the dual purposes of providing a space in which the spring  148  can be completely contained within the interior of the support member  12 A and provides additional stiffness against bending of the support member  12 A. 
     With reference back to  FIG. 11 a   , the support member  12 A can include one or a plurality of mounting clips  150  configured to the engage with portions of the segments  144 ,  146  to allow the spring  148  to press securely against and thus, push apart the segments  144 ,  146 . 
     In some embodiments, the support member  12 A can include upper and lower feet  152 ,  154  configured to provide additional traction when the upper and lower ends of the support member  12 A are pressed against surfaces  143 , 145  such as the ceiling and floor of a shower or bathtub. For example, the feet  152 ,  154  can be made of rubber, silicon, or any other material that would provide enhanced traction in such an environment of use. 
     As illustrated in  FIG. 11 , the shelves  16 A can have a wedge or pie-shaped configuration. This provides a more compact arrangement when the shower caddy  10 A is mounted in a bathtub or shower corner that has walls that meet at a 90° angle. In such an environment, the wedge or pie-shaped configuration of the shelves  16 A allows the shower caddy  10 A to be tucked compactly into such a 90° corner. The shelves  16 A can include accessories that are similar to or the same as various other accessories described above with reference to the shower caddy  10 . 
     As noted above, the shelves  16 A can be secured to the support member  12 A with clamping mechanisms  14 A. The clamping mechanisms  14 A can be the same or similar to the clamping mechanisms  14  described above in detail with reference to  FIGS. 1-5 . In various embodiments, the shelves  16 A can be moved vertically along the vertical length of the support member  12 A. The shelves  16 A can be adjusted in a lateral direction relative to the vertical direction of the support member  12 A. 
     With reference to  FIGS. 18-21 , the wash towel drying racks  140  can be configured, as noted above, to be engageable with the support member  12 A. In various embodiments, the drying racks  140  can be connected to and easily removed from the support members  12  or  12 A. As such, a user can quickly and conveniently change the configuration of the shower caddies  10 ,  10 A to include or exclude such drying racks  140 . 
     In the illustrated embodiment, the drying rack  140  comprises a clamping mechanism  142  and one or a plurality of rack members  160 ,  162 . The rack members  160 ,  162  can have any configuration. In the illustrated embodiment, the rack members  160 ,  162  are configured to support a hanging article, such as a wet wash cloth. In the illustrated embodiment, the rack members  160 ,  162  are made from rod shaped material with enlarged end portions  164 ,  166  to prevent the hanging article from inadvertently sliding off of the rack members  160 ,  162 . In certain embodiments, the rack members  160 ,  162  can be made from a metal material, such as stainless steel. 
     The drying rack  140  can include a main body portion  170  configured to support the rack members  160 ,  162  as well as supporting and/or forming a part of the clamping mechanism  142 . The main body member can support one or a plurality of pivot pins  172 ,  174 . The pivot pins  172 ,  174  can be used to pivotally support the rack members  160 ,  162 . In some embodiments, the pivot pins  172 ,  174  support clamp members  176 ,  178 . As such, the pivot pins  172 ,  174  can provide pivotal support for both the rack members  160 ,  162  and the clamp members  176 ,  178 . 
     With reference to  FIG. 20 , the clamp members  176 ,  178  can include control ends  180 ,  182  and engagement ends  184 ,  186 , respectively. The control ends  180 ,  182  can be configured to allow a user to control the movement of the engaging portions  184 ,  186 . For example, the control portions  180 ,  182  can be shaped such that a user can comfortably grasp these portions  180 ,  182 , optionally with one hand, and squeeze them toward each other in the direction of arrows A in  FIG. 20  thereby causing the engaging portions  184 ,  186  to move away from the support member  12 A in the direction of arrows B. In some embodiments, the control ends  180 ,  182  are connected with the engaging portions  184 ,  186 , respectively with pivot portions  190 ,  192 . The pivot portions  190 ,  192  can comprise an opening configured to receive the pins  172 ,  174 . In some embodiments, the pivot portions  190 ,  192  are made integrally or monolithically with the corresponding control portions  180 ,  182  and engaging portions  184 ,  186 . 
     In some embodiments, the members  176 ,  178  can be biased toward the closed position, as illustrated in  FIG. 21 . For example, springs, such as torsional springs (not shown) can be provided in or adjacent to the pivot portions  190 ,  192  to bias the members  176 ,  178  toward the closing direction. More specifically, such springs can bias the members  176 ,  178  such that the engaging portions  184 ,  186  are biased toward a position in which the engaging portions  184 ,  186  extend into the channels by the outer flanges  12 Aa,  12 Ab. Further, the springs (not shown) can be configured to bias the members  176 ,  178  at such with sufficient force to maintain the drying rack  140  in its vertical position along the support member  12 A even when one or a plurality of wet articles, such as wet wash clothes, are hanging from the rack members  160 ,  162 . 
     
       FIGS. 22-33 
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       FIGS. 22-33   a  illustrate embodiments of another shower caddy  10 B. In many respects, the shower caddy  10 B resembles or is identical to either or both of the shower caddies  10 ,  10 A discussed above. As such, components of the shower caddy  10 B that are the same or similar to the corresponding components of the shower caddy  10  and/or  10 A are identified below with the same reference numerals except that a letter “B” has been added thereto. The shower caddy  10 B can include one, some, or all of the features of the shower caddy  10  and/or  10 A, including all combinations and sub-combinations. Any component or step disclosed in any embodiment in this specification can be used in any other embodiment. 
     With reference to  FIG. 22 , the shower caddy  10 B can include an elongated support member  12 B and at least one shelf  16 B. As shown, the shower caddy  10 B can include an openable loop mechanism  18 B configured to support the weight of the shower caddy  10 B from a shower head (not shown) or a pipe leading to a shower head. In some implementations, the caddy  10 B includes a soap tray  60 B. 
     In various embodiments, the support member  12 B and/or the shelf  16 B are adjustable. For example, in certain implementations, an elongate length of the support member  12 B is configured to be selectable and/or variable, such as by telescoping. For example, the support member  12 B can include an outer portion  12 B′ and an inner portion  12 B″ that can be received in, and slide relative to, the outer portion  12 B′. In some variants, the length of the support member  12 B is fixed (e.g., does not include a telescoping feature). 
     In some embodiments, the shelf  16 B can move along the support member  12 B. For example, in some variants, the shelf  16 B can slide generally parallel with a longitudinal axis of the support member  12 B (e.g., generally vertically in the embodiment illustrated). In certain implementations, the shelf  16 B can move generally perpendicular to the support member  12 B (e.g., generally horizontally in the embodiment illustrated). In some embodiments, the shelf  16 B can be selectively secured with the support member  12 B, such as with the clamping mechanism described above. 
     As shown in  FIG. 22 , the shelf  16 B can include at least one accessory  100 B. In certain embodiments, the accessory  100 B is configured to secure to one end of the shelf  16 B, such as a lateral end of the shelf  16 B. For example, the accessory  100 B can be secured with an interference fit between the accessory  100 B and the frame of the shelf  16 B. The illustrated accessory  100 B is generally rectangular, though various shapes are contemplated as well, such as circular (see  FIG. 1 ). In some embodiments, the accessory  100 B includes one or more supports  190 , such as hooks, loops, ledges, partial openings, cups, cavities, containers, etc. 
     As shown in  FIGS. 22 a  and 22 b   , the shower caddy  10 B can include one or more clamping mechanisms  14 B. The clamping mechanism  14 B can secure the shelf  16 D with the support member  12 B. For example, the clamping mechanism  14 B can include one or more fasteners (e.g., screws, bolts, nuts, toggles, cotter pins, etc.) that engage the support member  12 B. As discussed in more detail below, the clamping mechanism  14 B can include a rail with flanges that engage a corresponding track  12 Ba with flanges on the support member  12 B. In various embodiments, tightening the fasteners secures the clamping mechanism  14 B and/or the shelf  16 D to the support member  12 B. In some variants, loosening the fasteners loosens the clamping mechanism  14 B and/or the shelf  16 D to the support member  12 B, thereby allowing the clamping mechanism  14 B and/or the shelf  16 D to move relative to the support member  12 B (e.g., to allow adjustment of the vertical and horizontal position of the shelf  16 D). 
     As illustrated in  FIGS. 23-26 , the accessory  100 B can include a divider  194  configured to selectively divide a portion of the shelf  16 B. This can facilitate securing and/or sequestering certain articles in a space at least partially divided from the rest of the shelf  16 B. In some embodiments, the divider  194  can aid in maintaining certain elongate articles in a generally vertical orientation, rather than a horizontal orientation, which can provide additional space for further articles. For example, in certain embodiments, an elongate article (e.g., an electric razor) stowed in the divided portion can be maintained an angle relative to a horizontal plane of at least about: 45°, 60°, 75°, 80°, 85°, values between the aforementioned values, or otherwise. 
     The divider  194  can move between first and second positions relative to the accessory  100 B and/or with respect to the frame of the shelf  16 B. For example, the divider  194  can rotate between retracted and extended positions. In the retracted position, such as is shown in  FIG. 23 , the divider  194  is generally nested with the accessory  100 B and/or substantially does not extend into the volume of the shelf  16 B for holding articles. In some variants, the divider  194  is substantially flush with a surface of accessory  100 B in the retracted position. In some embodiments, the retracted position occurs when rotatable divider  194  is brought into contact with at least one surface of accessory  100 B. When in the retracted position, divider  194  generally does not obstruct the open space of shelf  16 B. In some embodiments, the surface of accessory  100 B includes a groove or recessed area designed to correspond to and receive at least a portion of divider  194  when the divider  194  is in the retracted position. 
     In certain embodiments, the divider  194  comprises a bar or wire. In some implementations, the divider  194  has a generally U-shaped configuration. In some embodiments, the divider  194  is shaped substantially as a rectangle. In some embodiments, the divider  194  may be shaped as a semicircle or at least a portion of its length may be shaped as a semicircle. In some embodiments, the divider  194  is shaped to accommodate any number of suitable accessories that may be stored on the shelf  16 B, such as an electric razor, travel-size bottles (e.g., of shampoo), or otherwise. In various embodiments, the divider  194  includes at least one end  196  that is configured to be secured to the accessory  100 B. For example, the end  196  can be shaped as a prong that is configured to be inserted into a corresponding opening or recess in the accessory  100 B, as is discussed in greater detail below. In some embodiments, the divider  194  is shaped so as to be flush with the accessory  100 B or so as to conform to the shape of the shelf  16 B, such that it occupies no more space than necessary, or at least a reduced amount of space, when in a retracted position. As shown in  FIG. 24 , in the retracted position, the divider  194  does not protrude into the available shelving space on the shelf  16 B. 
     As shown in  FIG. 25 , the divider  194  has at least three sections. In some embodiments, each of the sections can be characterized as occupying a different plane. In some embodiments, section  194   a  occupies a first plane, section  194   b  occupies a second plane (e.g., a plane generally orthogonal to the first plane), and section  194   c  occupies a third plane (e.g., a plane generally orthogonal to the second plane and/or generally parallel to the first plane). In some embodiments, during movement of the divider  194  between the extended and retracted positions, each plane rotates about a pivot located on the accessory  100 B. In certain variants, each end of the divider  194  includes the first, second and third sections  194   a - c . In some implementations, the divider  194  includes a cross-member  195 . 
     When the divider  194  is in the retracted position (see  FIG. 24 ), the first plane may be substantially parallel with a surface of the accessory  100 B. In some embodiments, the first plane is near, adjacent, or coexistent with a surface of accessory  100 B. In some embodiments, section  194   b  is long enough to allow section  194   a  to be substantially flush with a surface of the accessory  100 B while also providing rotatable divider  194  with adequate support from the accessory  100 B. When the divider  194  is in an extended position, the first plane extends from the accessory  100 B at a substantially right angle (see  FIG. 26 ) and/or is generally horizontal. In this position, section  194   a  is able to enclose or support one or more items, such as a razor, an electric razor, a mechanical facial cleanser, etc. 
     In various embodiments, the portions of the divider  194  interact with and/or are received in the accessory  100 B. For example, the accessory  100 B can include a support structure  197  configured to interact with section  194   b  and/or to receive section  194   c  of the divider  194 . As illustrated in  FIG. 27 , the support structure  197  can include a recess or hole  200 , a groove  202 , and a detent structure  204 . In some embodiments, the accessory  100 B includes two corresponding support structures  198 . The shape and depth of the recess or hole  200  is configured to receive the end  196  of section  194   c . This can allow the recess or hole  200  to act as a pivot location for the divider  194 . In some embodiments, the groove  202  is shaped so as to correspond or accommodate to section  194   b  and at least a portion of section  194   a  of divider  194  when the divider is in the extended position. As illustrated in  FIG. 27 , in some implementations, at least a portion of the groove  202  is shaped substantially as an “L.” 
     In some embodiments, the accessory  100 B includes a securing structure, such as a detent structure  204 , that is configured to secure and/or support the divider  194  in the extended position. In certain implementations, the detent structure  204  is located at the intersection of the two segments of the L-shaped groove  202 . In some embodiments, the detent structure  204  is located toward the end of one of the segments of the L-shaped groove  202 . The detent structure  204  is shown as including a ledge  206  and a slope  208 , though it will be understood that other configurations could be used to adequately support the divider  194 . 
     In some embodiments, when the divider  194  is moved between the retracted and expanded positions, the divider  194  engages components of the detent structure  204 . For example, when the divider  194  is moved from the retracted position, the segment  194   a  can slide along the slope  208 , can reach the ledge  206 , and/or can be received in the groove  202 . In some implementations, a user can grasp the cross-member  195  and apply a force to rotate the divider  194  (e.g., generally toward a midpoint of the shelf  16 B, in the clockwise direction from the position shown in  FIG. 23 , or otherwise). In various embodiments, when the divider  194  is in the extended position, the ledge  206  can support the divider  194 . This can inhibit counter-rotation of the divider  194  (e.g., to the retracted position) and/or otherwise facilitate maintaining the divider  194  in the extended position. 
     To move the divider  194  from the extended position to the retracted position, a force can be applied to the divider  194  to encourage counter-rotation of the divider  194 . For example, a user can apply force to the cross-member  195 . In some embodiments, when the divider  194  is moved from the extended position to the retracted position, the portion of the divider  194  that is engaged (e.g., abutted) with the ledge  206  can move over the ledge  206  and down the slope  208 . In some embodiments, a greater amount of force is needed to move the divider  194  from the extended position to the retracted position than to move the divider  194  from the retracted position to the extended position. In certain variants, a greater amount of initial of force is needed to begin rotating the divider  194  from the extended position to the retracted position than is needed to begin rotating the divider  194  from the retracted position to the extended position. 
     With reference to  FIGS. 28-30 , some embodiments of the caddy  10 B include a container  210  secured to a shelf  16 Ba. For example, the container  210  can be part of a support structure  214  engaged with the shelf  16 Ba. In some embodiments, the support structure  214  is similar or identical to the accessory  100 B and may be secured to the shelf in a similar manner. In some embodiments, the support structure  214  includes the divider  194 . In certain variants, the accessory  100 B includes the container  210 . 
     As illustrated, in some implementations, the support structure  214  and the accessory  100 B are located on opposite sides of the longitudinal axis of the elongate member  12 B. This can facilitate balancing the caddy  10 B. For example, from the vantage of a front elevation view, the accessory  100 B can be on a right portion of one of the shelves  16 B,  16 Ba, and the support structure  214  can be on a left portion of the other of the shelves  16 B,  16 Ba. In some embodiments, the shelves  16 B,  16 Ba each include the accessory  100 B and the support structure  214 . 
     The container  210  can include an expandable bottom portion  212 . The illustrated container  210  has four walls; however, the container  210  may include any number of walls, both exterior and interior, and may include no walls. In some embodiments, the container  210  includes a lip (e.g., a bar) around some or all of a top perimeter portion, so as to keep an item (e.g., a razor brush, toothbrush, etc.) contained within the container  210 . This can reduce or eliminate the need for the container  210  to have solid walls. 
     In some implementations, the container  210  can have an expandable bottom portion  212 . In certain embodiments, the extendable bottom portion  212  can be extended generally downward (e.g., toward a floor of the shower) from the container  210 . For example, the extendable bottom portion  212  can include an accordion-like portion, telescoping portion, or other portion configured to facilitate movement of the bottom of the container  210  between extended and retracted positions. In various implementations, the expandable bottom portion  212  may be formed of a flexible material, such as silicone, rubber, plastic, or another suitable material. 
     Certain variants are configured to allow a user to select the amount (e.g., length or volume) of extension of the bottom portion  212 . For example, the extendable bottom portion  212  can include discrete positions during the course of extension. In some variants, the expandable bottom portion  212  is formed of one or more extendable segments, such as multiple nested telescoping sections or multiple nested accordion-like sections. 
     As shown in  FIG. 29 , with the expandable bottom portion  212  retracted the container can have an overall depth of D 1 , and with the expandable bottom portion  212  extended the container can have an overall depth of D 2 . In some embodiments, the ratio of D 1  to D 2  is at least about: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 2.0, values between the aforementioned values, or otherwise. In some implementations, the expanded bottom portion  212  provides at least about 12 mm of additional depth for the container  210 , compared to the depth of the container when the bottom portion  212  is retracted. 
     The expandable bottom portion  212  can facilitate accommodating elongate items that, absent the extra depth, may more easily fall out of expandable container  210 , perhaps due to being top heavy. For example, some razors have an elongate portion (e.g., the handle) and a head portion (e.g., the razor portion) that weighs substantially more than the elongate portion. When items of that type are stored in a substantially upright configuration (e.g., in a cup) they tend to fall out if the cup has insufficient depth. The expandable bottom portion  212  can provide the container  210  with additional depth, thereby better supporting such elongate items and/or can reducing the likelihood of such items falling out of the container  210 . 
     As shown in  FIG. 30 , the bottom portion  212  can include slots  216 , such as openings. This can promote drainage from the container  210  and/or facilitate drying of the interior of the container  210  and items stored therein, which can reduce or avoid bacterial and mold growth within the container  210 . In some embodiments, at least some of slots  216  have a linear or curved (e.g., wavy) shape. In some variants, the slots  216  have a shape that is generally circular, ovoid, square, rectangular, etc. 
     With reference to  FIGS. 31-33 , the shower caddy  10 B can be secured to a shower wall with an attachment mechanism  92 B. As illustrated, in some embodiments, the attachment mechanism is located at a bottom of the shower caddy  10 B, which can promote stability (e.g., inhibit tilting). As shown, the attachment mechanism  92 B can include a bracket, which can have one or more arms  94 B. In some embodiments, attachment mechanism  92 B includes wall connection features, such as suction cups  90 B. As shown, the suction cups  90 B can be located at opposite ends of the bracket and/or on each of the arms  94 B. 
     In various embodiments, the attachment mechanism  92 B is rotatable about a pivot point such that the suction cups  90 B can rotate about the pivot point. This can aid in positioning at least one of the suction cups  92 B relative to a surface to which they can be secured. For example, rotation of the attachment mechanism  92 B can facilitate securing at least one (and preferably both) of the suction cups  90 B to a smooth surface and/or can aid in avoiding engaging at least one of the suction cups  90 B with tile edges and/or grout lines. In various embodiments, the attachment mechanism  92 B is fully rotatable around the pivot point (e.g., can rotate 360° around the pivot point). 
     In some embodiments, the attachment mechanism  92 B includes a hub  218  that is separable from the remainder of the caddy  10 B. According to some embodiments, the separability of the hub  218  aids in positioning and securing the hub  218 , as is discussed in more detail below. In some embodiments, the caddy  10 B is configured such that the hub  218  is installed on the wall of a shower prior to the remainder of the caddy  10 B being installed. Various embodiments of the hub  218  are configured to engage with a mating portion  223  of the attachment mechanism  92 B. For example, at least a portion of the hub  218  and the mating portion  223  are magnetically attracted. In some embodiments, one of the hub  218  and the mating portion  223  can include a magnet and the other of the hub  218  and the mating portion  223  can include a material attracted to the magnet. In certain implementations, the hub  218  and/or the mating portion  223  can include a portion made of ferromagnetic material. 
     As shown in  FIG. 32 , the hub  218  can include a mounting area  222 . In some embodiments, the mounting area  222  is configured to receive an adhesive, such as a double sided tape. This can allow a user to secure hub  218  to a surface, such as a shower wall. In various implementations, the hub  218  is secured to the surface when the hub  218  is separated from the remainder of the caddy  10 B. In some embodiments, the adhesive is water resistant. 
     In some embodiments, the hub  218  includes a recess  220  that extends around some or all of the mounting area  222 . The recess  220  can receive a water-resistant material, such as caulking, silicone, or some other suitable sealant that substantially inhibits or prevents water passage. This can reduce or eliminate water from accessing the adhesive material located on mounting area  222 , which can increase the life of certain adhesives. In certain variants, the recess  220  allows the sealant to be hidden, thereby maintaining a cleaner appearance (e.g., compared to applying sealant around the exterior of hub  218 ). 
     In certain implementations, the attachment mechanism  92 B includes only the suction cups  90 B. In some embodiments, the attachment mechanism  92 B includes only the hub  218  and the mating portion  223 . In some embodiments, the attachment mechanism  92 B includes both the hub  218  and the mating portion  223  as well as the suction cups  90 B. In embodiments where both are included, rotation of the attachment mechanism  92 B allows for the positioning of the suction cups  90 B on smooth surfaces, while the adhesive material applied to the mounting area  222  to secure hub  218  to a wall may be able to function even if it is located at the edge of a tile, between tiles, or adjacent grout. 
     According to some embodiments, the attachment mechanism  92 B includes a distance adjustment unit, such as is shown in  FIGS. 33 and 33   a . The distance adjustment unit can be configured to enable a user to adjust the distance between the attachment mechanism  92 B and a shower wall. This can aid in making the distance between the shower caddy  10 B and the wall substantially uniform along the vertical length of shower caddy  10 B, which can aid in maintaining various surfaces (e.g., the shelves  16 B) in a substantially flat state. The distance adjustment unit can include an adjustment member  226 , such as a threaded element (e.g., a screw, pin, or otherwise). In some embodiments, the adjustment member  226  is configured such that actuation (e.g., rotation) of the adjustment member  226  increases or decreases the distance between the attachment mechanism  92 B and a wall (e.g., a shower wall). For example, in the embodiment shown in  FIG. 33 a   , the adjustment member  226  threadably connects with a mating portion  228  of the hub  218  and rotation of the adjustment member  226  drives the hub  218  nearer or farther from the support member  12 B. Thus, when the hub  218  is mounted to the wall, the adjustment member  226  can enable a user to vary the amount of distance between the support member  12 B and the hub  218 . In some implementations, the adjustment member  226  passes through a through-hole  224  in the support member  12 B and/or the bracket. In certain variants, the adjustment member  226  is connected with the support member  12 B such that the adjustment member  226  can rotate but not translate. 
     
       FIGS. 34 and 35 
     
       FIGS. 34 and 35  illustrate an embodiment of another shower caddy  10 C. In many respects, the shower caddy  10 C resembles or is identical to any of the shower caddies  10 ,  10 A,  10 B discussed above. As such, components of the shower caddy  10 C that are the same or similar to the corresponding components of the shower caddy  10 ,  10 A, and/or  10 B are identified below with the same reference numerals except that a letter “C” has been added thereto. The shower caddy  10 C can include one, some, or all of the features of the shower caddy  10 ,  10 A, and/or  10 B, including all combinations and sub-combinations. Any component or step disclosed in any embodiment in this specification can be used in any other embodiment. 
     In various embodiments, the shower caddy  10 C can include an elongated support member  12 C and at least one shelf  16 C. In certain implementations, the support member  12 C can be configured to have a variable length, such as with one or more telescoping sections. In certain embodiments, the support member  12 C can be secured at a desired length. For example, the length can be maintained with a fastener, such as a screw, pin, detent, ratchet mechanism, or otherwise. In some embodiments, the fastener can slide in a track  12 Ca of the support member  12 C. As is shown, the shower caddy  10 C can include a loop mechanism  18 C that is configured to support the weight of the shower caddy  10 C, such as from a shower head (not shown) or a pipe leading to a shower head. The mechanism  18 C can be configured to open, such as with a hinged connection. In some implementations, the caddy  10 C includes a soap tray  60 C, which can be positioned in one of the shelves  16 C. Some embodiments include an accessory  100 C, such as an insert or divider. In certain variants, the accessory  100 C is removable from the shelf  16 C. The shower caddy  10 C can include an attachment mechanism  92 C, which can be positioned at a bottom portion of the caddy  10 C. 
     In some embodiments, the shelves  16 C are rigidly attached with the support member  12 C. In certain variants, the shelves  16 C are configured to move vertically and/or horizontally with respect to the support member  12 C, such as is described above. For example, any of the shelves  16 C can include the clamping mechanism described above. As shown, the shelves  16 C can include one or more hooks or other mounts. The bottom of the shelves  16 C can include slots (e.g., holes) to facilitate drainage and/or airflow. In some embodiments, one or more walls of one or more shelves  16 C can be solid, and/or generally solid, and/or not predominantly or entirely made of wire, and/or generally planar. For example, as illustrated, one or more of a front wall, a rear wall, a left wall, and/or a right wall can each or all be generally planar and/or generally solid. One or more such walls can help to obscure disorganized or cluttered contents, providing a more clean and smooth aesthetic for the shelving. In certain embodiments, the shelves  16 C and/or the support member  12 C are metal, such as stainless steel or aluminum. 
     
       FIGS. 36-42 
     
       FIGS. 36-42  illustrate an embodiment of another shower caddy  10 D. In many respects, the shower caddy  10 D resembles or is identical to any of the shower caddies  10 - 10 C discussed above. Components of the shower caddy  10 D that are the same or similar to the corresponding components of the shower caddy  10 ,  10 A,  10 B, and/or  10 C are identified below with the same reference numerals except that a letter “D” has been added thereto. The shower caddy  10 D can include one, some, or all of the features of the shower caddy  10 ,  10 A,  10 B, and/or  10 C, including all combinations and sub-combinations. Any component or step disclosed in any embodiment in this specification can be used in any other embodiment. 
     As illustrated in  FIGS. 36-39 , the shower caddy  10 D can include an elongated support member  12 D and at least one shelf  16 D. For example, the shower caddy  10 D can have one, two, three, four, or more shelves. As shown, the shelf  16 D can include at least one cross member  30 D. Some embodiments of the shower caddy  10 D have an openable loop mechanism  18 D that is configured to support the weight of the shower caddy  10 D, such as from a shower head (not shown) or a pipe leading to a shower head. Certain embodiments have an attachment mechanism  92 D that is configured to secure the shower caddy  10 D to a shower wall. 
     In some implementations, the shower caddy  10 D includes features to aid in organizing and/or accessing bathing implements. For example, the shower caddy  10 D can have a soap tray  60 D, which can be positioned below one or all of the shelves  16 D. Some embodiments have an accessory  100 D that includes one or more supports, such as hooks, loops, ledges, partial openings, cups, cavities, containers, etc. 
     In some embodiments, the shower caddy  10 D includes a handle and/or a divider  310 . As shown, in some embodiments, the divider  310  can engage with portions of the shelf  16 D, such as with a first end  312  that engages a first support member of the shelf  16 D and a second end  314  that engages a second support member of the shelf  16 D. In various embodiments, the divider  310  is readily disengagable from the shelf  16 D, such as to facilitate repositioning of the divider  310 . For example, in the illustrated embodiment, the front end  312  of the divider  310  can be rotated about the second end  314 , thereby allowing removal of the divider  310  from the shelf  16 D. As shown, in some embodiments, the front end  312  and the second end  314  each have recesses that receive the respective first and second support members of the shelf  16 D. The opening of these recesses can be oriented in generally perpendicular directions. For example, in  FIG. 36 , the recess in the front end  312  opens downward (e.g., in a generally vertical direction) and the recess in the second end  314  opens rearward (e.g., in a generally horizontal direction). In certain implementations, the divider  310  can be repositioned while remaining engaged with the shelf  16 D. For example, in the embodiment illustrated, the divider  310  can slide relative to the shelf  16 D while remaining engaged with the shelf (e.g., not needing to be removed from the shelf  16 D). 
     In various embodiments, the shower caddy  10 D includes one or more clamping mechanisms  14 D, such as one clamping mechanism  14 D associated with each shelf  16 D. The clamping mechanism  14 D can be configured to secure the shelf  16 D with the support member  12 D, as will be discussed in more detail below. In certain embodiments, the clamping mechanism  14 D is positioned on the rear of the shower caddy  10 D and/or engages a rear wall of the support member  12 D. Rearward location of the clamping mechanism  14 D can aid in obscuring the clamping mechanism  14 D from view, protecting the clamping mechanism  14 D from damage due to being impacted by bath implements (e.g., shampoo bottles), providing a streamlined (e.g., generally uninterrupted) front face of the support member  12 D, and/or increasing the amount of usable space in the shelf  16 D (e.g., by not taking-up space with the clamping mechanism  14 D). In some embodiments, from a front elevation view of the shower caddy  10 D, the clamping mechanism  14 D is substantially obscured from view, such as by permitting only a user-actuatable portion (e.g., a lateral region of a dial or lever) to be exposed in the front view only as needed to contact a user&#39;s fingers. In some implementations, from a front elevation view of the shower caddy  10 D, a great majority (e.g., at least about: 90%, 95%, 99%, 99.9%, percentages between the aforementioned percentages, or other percentages) of the total surface area of the clamping mechanism  14 D is obscured from view. 
     In various embodiments, the clamping mechanism  14 D is accessible from the front of the shower caddy  10 D and/or without needing to turn the shower caddy  10 D around. For example, as shown in  FIGS. 38, 38   a , and  39 , although the clamping mechanism  14 D is positioned on the rear of the shower caddy  10 D, the clamping mechanism  14 D can have an adjustment portion  320  (e.g., a dial or lever) with an outside diameter that is greater than the lateral width W of the support member  12 D. This can allow a user to grip and/or actuate (e.g., rotate) the adjustment portion  320  from the front of the shower caddy  10 D. For example, in some embodiments, the shower caddy  10 D is configured to allow a user to hook a thumb and finger around opposite lateral sides of the support member  12 D to actuate the adjustment portion  320  of the clamping mechanism  14 D. In some implementations, such as is shown in  FIG. 38 a   , the adjustment portion  320  protrudes laterally outward beyond one or both lateral sides of the support member  12 D. In certain variants, a majority of the surface area of the adjustment portion  320  can be obscured by the support member  12 D from a front elevation view. In some embodiments, the ratio of the maximum outside diameter MOD of the adjustment portion  320  to the lateral width W of the support member  12 D is at least about: 1.005, 1.01, 1.05, 1.07, 1.09, 1.10, 1.20, values between the aforementioned values, or other values. In some embodiments, the adjustment portion  320  can rotate about an axis that is generally parallel with an axis that passes through front and rear walls of the support member  12 D. In some variants, the adjustment portion  320  can rotate about an axis that is generally perpendicular with a longitudinal (e.g., vertical) axis of the support member  12 D and/or generally perpendicular with a lateral (e.g., side-to-side) axis of the support member  12 D. 
     As shown in  FIGS. 38 a    and  39 , the adjustment portion  320  can include gripping features, such as ribs, ridges, knurling, etc. In some variants, only the gripping features extend outward of the lateral width of the support member  12 D. In certain implementations, the ratio of the nominal outside diameter NOD (e.g., not including the gripping features) of the adjustment portion  320  to the lateral width W of the support member  12 D is at least about: 1.01, 1.02, 1.04, 1.06, 1.10, 1.20, values between the aforementioned values, or other values. 
     As shown in  FIG. 39 , the support member  12 D can include an engaging portion  12 Da, such as a track. In some embodiments, the engaging portion extends generally parallel with a longitudinal axis of the support member  12 D. In certain variants, the engaging portion  12 Da is on a rear of the support member  12 D and/or is generally or completely obscured from view from a front elevation and/or side elevation vantage point. The engaging portion  12 Da can be configured to engage with the clamping mechanism  14 D, as is discussed in more detail below. 
     An example of the clamping mechanism  14 D is illustrated in  FIGS. 40 a -40 c   . The clamping mechanism  14 D can include the adjustment portion  320 , such as a dial or lever, and a base portion  322 . The base portion  322  can include have upper and lower shoulders  22 Da,  22 Db, such as rounded portions that are shaped to receive cross members  30 D of the shelf  16 D. The base portion  322  can include an engaging portion  324 , such as a projection or rail, which can include a laterally extending flange  324   a . As shown, the clamping mechanism  14 D can include securing members, such as a bolt  326  and nut  328 . In some implementations, the adjustment portion  320  is rigidly connected with the bolt  326  and/or the clamping mechanism  14 D is configured such that rotation of the adjustment portion  320  moves the bolt  326  relative to the nut  328 . As is also shown, some embodiments include indicia, such an indicator (e.g., a symbol and/or an arrow) of a direction to actuate the adjustment portion  320  to secure the clamping mechanism  14 D. 
     Certain interactions between the clamping mechanism  14 D and the support member  12 D are shown in the cross-sectional views of  FIGS. 41, 41   b , and  42 . As shown, the engaging portion  324  (e.g., rail) of the base portion  322  of the clamping mechanism  14 D is configured to engage with (e.g., be received in) the engaging portion  12 Da (e.g., track) of the support member  12 D. As also shown, the flange  324   a  of the engaging portion  324  can engage a corresponding flange  12 Db of the support member  12 D, which can inhibit or prevent the clamping mechanism  14 D from disengaging from the track  12 Da. In some embodiments, the engaging portions  12 Da,  324  have corresponding cross-sectional shapes. For example, both can have a generally “T”-shaped cross section (e.g., a shape with an outline comprising two generally perpendicular portions). 
     The shower caddy  10 D can be configured such that actuating (e.g., rotating) the adjustment portion  320  (e.g., dial) secures the clamping mechanism  14 D and/or the shelf  16 D to the support member  12 D. For example, in the embodiment illustrated, rotation of the dial  320  tightens the bolt  326  in the nut  328 , which results in force being applied from the dial  320  to the base portion  322 . The force is applied through the flange  324   a  of base portion  322  and against the corresponding flange  12 Db of the support member  12 D, thereby clamping the clamping mechanism  14 D and/or the shelf  16 D to the support member  12 D. In some implementations, a portion of the force is applied from the base portion  322 , through the support  30 D of the shelf  16 D, and against a rear wall of the support member  12 D. This can facilitate securing the shelf  16 D to the support member  12 D, such as by clamping the support  30 D of the shelf  16 D between the support member  12 D and the base portion  322  of the clamping mechanism  14 D. 
     The shower caddy  10 D can be configured such that the clamping mechanism  14 D can be loosened to allow adjustment. For example, actuation of the adjustment portion  320  (e.g., dial) can be reversed (e.g., rotated in the opposite direction) to decrease or remove the securement of the clamping mechanism  14 D and/or the shelf  16 D to the support member  12 D. In some embodiments, in the loosened state, the clamping mechanism  14 D and the shelf  16 D can move relative to the support member  12 D. For example, the clamping mechanism  14 D can slide generally vertically along the track  12 Da. In certain implementations, in the loosened state, the shelf  16 D can move relative to the clamping mechanism  14 D and the support member  12 D, such as by the supports  30 D sliding generally horizontally along the shoulders  22 Da,  22 Db. 
     
       FIGS. 43-46 
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       FIGS. 43-46   a  illustrate another embodiment of a shower caddy  10 E. In many respects, the shower caddy  10 E resembles or is identical to any of the shower caddies  10 - 10 D discussed above. Components of the shower caddy  10 E that are the same or similar to the corresponding components of the shower caddy  10 ,  10 A,  10 B,  10 C, and/or  10 D are identified below with the same reference numerals except that a letter “E” has been added thereto. The shower caddy  10 E can include one, some, or all of the features of the shower caddy  10 ,  10 A,  10 B,  10 C, and/or  10 D, including all combinations and sub-combinations. Any component or step disclosed in any embodiment in this specification can be used in any other embodiment. 
     The shower caddy  10 E can include an elongated support member  12 E and at least one shelf  16 E. As shown, the support member  12 E can include an engaging portion  12 Ea, such as a groove or track. Some embodiments of the shower caddy  10 E have an openable loop mechanism  18 E that is configured to support the weight of the shower caddy  10 E, such as from a shower head (not shown) or a pipe leading to a shower head. Certain embodiments have an attachment mechanism  92 E that is configured to secure the shower caddy  10 E to a shower wall. Some embodiments include a container  210 E, which can be connected with a support structure  214 E that is engaged with the shelf  16 E. In certain embodiments, the support member  12 E can telescope. For example, support member  12 E can include a first (e.g., outer) portion  12 E′ and a second (e.g., inner) portion  12 E″ that can be received in, and slide relative to, the outer portion  12 E′. 
     In some embodiments, the shower caddy  10 E includes a length adjustment assembly  330 . The length adjustment assembly  330  can be configured to adjust the length of the support member  12 E. As shown in  FIG. 46 a   , the length adjustment assembly  330  can include an actuation member  332 , such as a rocking and/or depressible element (e.g., a button). The actuation member  332  can include a first end  334 , a second end  336 , and a body  338 . The first end  334  can be biased by a biasing member (e.g., a spring)  340 . The second end  336  can connect with a projection or elongate member, such as a pin  342 . The body  338  can be pivotably connected with a pivot element  344  (e.g., a pin), which can be connected with the support member  12 E. 
     As shown, in a non-actuated state, the pin  342  can be engaged with an opening  346  in the second portion  12 E″ of the support member  12 E. This can provide an interference that secures the portions  12 E′,  12 E″ of the support member  12 E relative to each other, which can inhibit or prevent the portions  12 E′,  12 E″ from translating relative to each other and/or can aid in maintaining a desired length of the support member  12 E. In various embodiments, maintaining the pin  342  in the opening  346  is aided by the bias of the biasing member  340 . For example, the biasing member  340  can apply rearward force to the first end  334  of the actuation member  332 , which the pivot  344  translates into frontward force on the second end  336  and the pin  342 , thereby pressing the pin  342  toward the front of the caddy  10 E and/or further into the opening  346 . 
     In some embodiments, the length of the support member  12 E can be adjusted by actuating the actuating member  332 , such as by frontwardly depressing the first end  334  of the actuation member  332 . This can move the first end  334  against the bias of the biasing member  340  and/or can pivot the actuation member  332  about the pivot element  344 , which in turn can move the second end  336  and the pin  342  rearwardly. In some embodiments, such movement of the pin  342  disengages the pin  342  from the opening  346  in the second portion  12 E″ of the support member  12 E. This can allow the second portion  12 E″ to slide relative to the first portion  12 E′, thereby allowing a change in the length of the support member  12 E. In some embodiments, the second portion  12 E″ includes a plurality of the openings  346  along its length. This can allow a user to select and set a variety of lengths for the support member  12 E. In various embodiments, after the actuating member  332  is released, the bias of the biasing member  340  pushes the pin  342  into the opening  346 , thereby resecuring the portions  12 E′,  12 E″ of the support member  12 E relative to each other. 
     In some embodiments, the length adjustment assembly  330  is similar or identical in structure and/or operation to the clamping mechanism  14 D discussed above. The length adjustment assembly  330  can include any one, or any combination, of the features of the clamping mechanism  14 D. In certain implementations, the actuation member  332  of the length adjustment assembly  330  includes a rotatable member, such as a dial. The dial can be configured to allow a user to vary the length of the support member  12 E and/or to maintain a desired length of the support member  12 E. For example, the dial can be configured to adjust the ability of the portions  12 E′,  12 E″ to move (e.g., slide) relative to each other, such as by increasing or decreasing the amount of friction on one or both of the portions  12 E′,  12 E″. In certain variants, the dial connects with a threaded member, such as a screw, that can be adjusted to increase or decrease the amount of friction on a flange or other surface of one or both of the portions  12 E′,  12 E″. In various embodiments, the actuation member  332  is on the rear of the shower caddy  10 E and/or is generally obscured from the vantage of a front elevation view of the shower caddy  10 E. In some embodiments, the actuation member  332  extends laterally outward of one or both lateral sides of the support member  12 E. 
     Certain Terminology 
     Terms of orientation used herein, such as “top,” “bottom,” “horizontal,” “vertical,” “longitudinal,” “lateral,” and “end” are used in the context of the illustrated embodiments. However, this disclosure should not be limited to the illustrated orientation. Other orientations are possible and are within the scope of this disclosure. 
     Terms relating to circular shapes as used herein, such as diameter or radius, should be understood not to require perfect circular structures, but rather should be applied to any suitable structure with a cross-sectional region that can be measured from side-to-side. Terms relating to shapes generally, such as “circular” or “cylindrical” or “semi-circular” or “semi-cylindrical” or any related or similar terms, are not required to conform strictly to the mathematical definitions of circles or cylinders or other structures, but can encompass structures that are reasonably close approximations. 
     Conditional language, such as “can,” “could,” “might,” or “may,” unless specifically stated otherwise, or otherwise understood within the context as used, is generally intended to convey that certain embodiments include or do not include, certain features, elements, and/or steps. Thus, such conditional language is not generally intended to imply that features, elements, and/or steps are in any way required for one or more embodiments. 
     Conjunctive language, such as the phrase “at least one of X, Y, and Z,” unless specifically stated otherwise, is otherwise understood with the context as used in general to convey that an item, term, etc. may be either X, Y, or Z. Thus, such conjunctive language is not generally intended to imply that certain embodiments require the presence of at least one of X, at least one of Y, and at least one of Z. 
     The terms “approximately,” “about,” and “substantially” as used herein represent an amount close to the stated amount that still performs a desired function or achieves a desired result. For example, in some embodiments, as the context may dictate, the terms “approximately”, “about”, and “substantially” may refer to an amount that is within less than or equal to 10% of the stated amount. The term “generally” as used herein represents a value, amount, or characteristic that predominantly includes or tends toward a particular value, amount, or characteristic. For example, in certain embodiments, as the context may dictate, the term “generally parallel” can refer to something that departs from exactly parallel by less than or equal to 20 degrees and the term “generally perpendicular” can refer to something that departs from exactly perpendicular by less than or equal to 20 degrees. 
     Unless otherwise explicitly stated, articles such as “a” or “an” should generally be interpreted to include one or more described items. Accordingly, phrases such as “a device configured to” are intended to include one or more recited devices. Such one or more recited devices can also be collectively configured to carry out the stated recitations. For example, “a device configured to carry out recitations A, B, and C” can include a first device configured to carry out recitation A working in conjunction with a second device configured to carry out recitations B and C. 
     The terms “comprising,” “including,” “having,” and the like are synonymous and are used inclusively, in an open-ended fashion, and do not exclude additional elements, features, acts, operations, and so forth. Likewise, the terms “some,” “certain,” and the like are synonymous and are used in an open-ended fashion. Also, the term “or” is used in its inclusive sense (and not in its exclusive sense) so that when used, for example, to connect a list of elements, the term “or” means one, some, or all of the elements in the list. 
     Overall, the language of the claims is to be interpreted broadly based on the language employed in the claims. The language of the claims is not to be limited to the non-exclusive embodiments and examples that are illustrated and described in this disclosure, or that are discussed during the prosecution of the application. 
     Summary 
     Various shelving systems have been disclosed. Although the shelving systems have been disclosed in the context of certain embodiments and examples (e.g., the shower caddies  10 - 10 E), the shelving systems extend beyond the specifically disclosed embodiments to other alternative embodiments and/or uses of the embodiments and certain modifications and equivalents thereof. For example, although the illustrated embodiment of the shower caddies have two or three shelves, the shower caddy may have only one shelf, more than three shelves, or even no shelves. As another example, although the illustrated embodiments have shelves having certain configurations, the shelves may have different configurations. Various features and aspects of the disclosed embodiments can be combined with or substituted for one another in order to form varying modes of the conveyor. The scope of this disclosure should not be limited by the particular disclosed embodiments described herein. 
     Certain features that are described in this disclosure in the context of separate implementations can also be implemented in combination in a single implementation. Conversely, various features that are described in the context of a single implementation can also be implemented in multiple implementations separately or in any suitable subcombination. Although features may be described above as acting in certain combinations, one or more features from a claimed combination can, in some cases, be excised from the combination, and the combination may be claimed as any subcombination or variation of any subcombination. 
     Some embodiments have been described in connection with the accompanying drawings. The figures are drawn to scale, but such scale should not be limiting, since dimensions and proportions other than what are shown are contemplated and are within the scope of the disclosed invention. Distances, angles, etc. are merely illustrative and do not necessarily bear an exact relationship to actual dimensions and layout of the devices illustrated. Components can be added, removed, and/or rearranged. Further, the disclosure herein of any particular feature, aspect, method, property, characteristic, quality, attribute, element, or the like in connection with various embodiments can be used in all other embodiments set forth herein. Additionally, it will be recognized that any methods described herein may be practiced using any device suitable for performing the recited steps. 
     In summary, various embodiments and examples of shelving systems have been disclosed. Although the shelving systems have been disclosed in the context of those embodiments and examples, this disclosure extends beyond the specifically disclosed embodiments to other alternative embodiments and/or other uses of the embodiments, as well as to certain modifications and equivalents thereof. This disclosure expressly contemplates that various features and aspects of the disclosed embodiments can be combined with, or substituted for, one another. Accordingly, the scope of this disclosure should not be limited by the particular disclosed embodiments described above, but should be determined only by a fair reading of the claims that follow.