Patent Publication Number: US-7717501-B1

Title: Portable outdoors chair system

Description:
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS 
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   STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT 
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   BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 
   1. Field of the Invention 
   The present invention relates generally to outdoor chairs and more specifically it relates to a portable outdoors chair system for efficiently allowing an individual to sit comfortably against a stationary object, such as a tree. 
   2. Description of the Related Art 
   Any discussion of the related art throughout the specification should in no way be considered as an admission that such related art is widely known or forms part of common general knowledge in the field. 
   Outdoor activities, such as bird watching and hunting have been performed for years. It is often desirable after hiking in the outdoors to sit down upon a chair, rather than sitting upon the ground which can be uncomfortable and wet. This may be especially evident when hunting, wherein it is generally required to sit in a still manner for extended periods of time while hunting. 
   Many outdoor chairs currently sold are bulky and thus difficult to carry along with the hiker or hunter for extended periods of time and through rough terrain. Another problem with commonly sold chairs is that the chairs may be difficult to set up and require separate tools. Because of the inherent problems with the related art, there is a need for a new and improved portable outdoors chair system for efficiently allowing an individual to sit comfortably against a stationary object, such as a tree. 
   BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
   The general purpose of the present invention is to provide a portable outdoors chair system that has many of the advantages of the outdoor chairs mentioned heretofore. The invention generally relates to an outdoor chair which includes an elongated primary support to be leaned against a stationary object from a ground surface in a transverse manner and a seat extending from the primary support. The first end of the primary support defines an acute angle with the stationary object towards a lower end of the stationary object and an opposing second end of the primary support defines an acute angle with the stationary object towards the lower end. The seat extends from the stationary support in a manner as to define an acute angle with the primary support towards the second end in a manner to have the seat positioned in a horizontal configuration. 
   There has thus been outlined, rather broadly, some of the features of the invention in order that the detailed description thereof may be better understood, and in order that the present contribution to the art may be better appreciated. There are additional features of the invention that will be described hereinafter and that will form the subject matter of the claims appended hereto. 
   In this respect, before explaining at least one embodiment of the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction or to the arrangements of the components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of the description and should not be regarded as limiting. 
   An object is to provide a portable outdoors chair system for efficiently allowing an individual to sit comfortably against a stationary object, such as a tree or a fence post. 
   Another object is to provide a portable outdoors chair system that is easy to set up and may be set up quietly. 
   An additional object is to provide a portable outdoors chair system that is adjustable to accommodate various size stationary objects and various size individuals. 
   A further object is to provide a portable outdoors chair system that provides a comfortable seat for the user. 
   Another object is to provide a portable outdoors chair system that includes an attachment device for securing a quiver and arrows that may be utilized while bow hunting. 
   Other objects and advantages of the present invention will become obvious to the reader and it is intended that these objects and advantages are within the scope of the present invention. To the accomplishment of the above and related objects, this invention may be embodied in the form illustrated in the accompanying drawings, attention being called to the fact, however, that the drawings are illustrative only, and that changes may be made in the specific construction illustrated and described within the scope of the appended claims. 

   
     BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
     Various other objects, features and attendant advantages of the present invention will become fully appreciated as the same becomes better understood when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which like reference characters designate the same or similar parts throughout the several views, and wherein: 
       FIG. 1  is an upper perspective view of the present invention. 
       FIG. 2  is a side view of the present invention in use and positioned against a tree (i.e. stationary object). 
       FIG. 3  is a front view of an alternate configuration of the present invention. 
       FIG. 4  is a magnified front view of the second accessory support. 
       FIG. 5  is a side view of an alternate configuration of the present invention illustrating the channel member of the second accessory support pivoting to a closed position. 
       FIG. 6  is a side view of an alternate configuration of the present invention holding a bow and arrows and slidably adjusting the first guard of the first accessory support. 
       FIG. 7  is a rear view of an alternate configuration of the present invention holding the bow and arrows. 
   

   DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION 
   A. Overview 
   Turning now descriptively to the drawings, in which similar reference characters denote similar elements throughout the several views,  FIGS. 1 through 7  illustrate a portable outdoors chair system  10 , which comprises an elongated primary support  20  to be leaned against a stationary object  12  from a ground  14  surface in a transverse manner and a seat  26  extending from the primary support  20 . The first end of the primary support  20  defines an acute angle with the stationary object  12  towards a lower end of the stationary object  12  and an opposing second end of the primary support  20  defines an acute angle with the stationary object  12  towards the lower end. The seat  26  extends from the stationary support in a manner as to define an acute angle with the primary support  20  towards the second end in a manner to have the seat  26  positioned in a horizontal configuration. 
   B. Primary Support 
   The primary support  20  stabilizes the user about the present invention and extends between the stationary object  12  (e.g. tree, fence post, wall, etc.) and the ground  14  surface. The stationary object  12  may be any type of object in any size and configuration that is capable of withstanding the weight of the primary support  20  and the individual sitting upon the primary support  20 . The primary support  20  is preferably comprised of a straight elongated configuration. The primary support  20  is also comprised of a lightweight, strong and durable material to withstand the weight of various individuals, to be easily carried and to withstand exposure to harsh weather elements. It is also appreciated that the present invention and any or all of its parts may be colored in various manners, such as in camouflage to disguise the present invention while nature watching or hunting. 
   The primary support  20  may be comprised of various cross-sectional configurations, such as but not limited to square tubular or tubular. The primary support  20  is also preferably adjustable in length to accommodate different height individuals and to be positioned in a stable manner upon the stationary object  12 . It is appreciated that different stationary objects  12  may require the primary support  20  to be leaned against the stationary object  12  at different heights to accommodate for the shape of the stationary object  12 . 
   In the preferred embodiment, the primary support  20  includes a first elongated member  22  and a second elongated member  23 , wherein the first elongated member  22  and the second elongated member  23  may be secured to each other at different places and be slidable with respect to one another so as to telescopingly adjust the primary support  20 . It is appreciated that various locking structures may be utilized to secure the first elongated member  22  to the second elongated member  23 . 
   The primary support  20  also preferably includes a seat support  25  extending from the first elongated member  22  of the primary support  20 . The seat support  25  extends outwardly from the primary support  20  so as to form a right angle with the ground  14  surface when the primary support  20  is transverse with the ground  14  and leaning upon the stationary object  12 . The seat support  25  thus forms an acute angle with the primary support  20  towards the lower end of the primary support  20 . The seat support  25  is positioned in such a manner so that the user may sit level with the ground  14  and in a comfortable position and thus not be leaning back towards the stationary object  12  or down towards the ground  14 . 
   A seat  26  is attached to the seat support  25 . The seat  26  is comprised of a weatherproof configuration to withstand rain, snow and other precipitation. The seat  26  is also comprised of a padded configuration to provide a comfortable spot for the user to sit for extended periods of time. The seat  26  may be comprised of various shapes, such as but not limited to square, rectangular or circular. 
   The present invention also preferably includes at least one and preferably a pair of straps  28  extending longitudinally with the primary support  20 . The straps  28  serve as backpack straps  28  and allow the user to easily transport the present invention from place to place. The straps  28  may also be adjustable in length so as to accommodate different size individuals and carrying styles. The straps  28  may be attached to the present invention in various locations all which preferably extend along the length of the primary support  20 . In the preferred embodiment, the upper end of the straps  28  is secured to the first brace  30  (i.e. upper brace) and the lower end of the straps  28  is secured to the lower end of the primary support  20 , wherein both the straps  28  are positioned upon opposing sides of the primary support  20 . 
   C. Braces 
   The present invention preferably includes a pair of braces  30 ,  40 , wherein the first brace  30  is positioned near the upper end of the primary support  20  extending from the first elongated member  22  to rest and stabilize the primary support  20  upon the stationary object  12 . The second brace  40  is positioned near the lower end of the primary support  20  extending from the second elongated member  23  to rest and stabilize the primary support  20  upon the ground  14 . 
   The first brace  30  is preferably comprised of a V-shaped configuration extending outwardly from the primary support  20  and preferably in a straight outward manner with respect to the primary support  20 . The second brace  40  is also preferably comprised of a V-shaped configuration extending outwardly from the primary support  20  and preferably in a straight outward manner with respect to the primary support  20 . The second brace  40  further preferably includes a center member  42  extending between the V-shaped members of the second brace  40 . The second brace  40  protrudes slightly within and grasps the ground  14  when stabilizing the primary support  20  between the stationary object  12  and the ground  14 . It is appreciated that the braces  30 ,  40  may be comprised of various alternate configurations, such as a straight extension of the primary support  20  and not a V-shaped configuration. 
   D. First Accessory Support 
   (Arrow Support) 
   The present invention preferably includes multiple accessory supports  50 ,  60  to secure multiple accessories. In one embodiment, the present invention is primarily used for a chair while bow  17  hunting. In this embodiment, the present invention includes a first accessory support  50  for supporting arrows  16 , such as a quiver and a second accessory support  60  for supporting a bow  17 . 
   The first accessory support  50  preferably includes a first guard  51  and a second guard  55  to secure both ends of the arrows  16  (i.e. nock and point). The first guard  51  is preferably positioned just below the seat  26  (i.e. towards the lower end of the primary support  20 ). The first guard  51  includes a first receiving area  52  to receive and secure the arrow  16  near the nock and fletching of the arrow  16 . The first guard  51  preferably shields the nock of the arrow  16  from the front via a front plate  53  and allows the nock of the arrow  16  to be released towards the rear of the first guard  51 . The first guard  51  may be large enough to secure multiple arrows  16  within. The first guard  51  may also adjust along the primary support  20  to accommodate for various arrow  16  lengths. 
   The first accessory support  50  also includes a second guard  55  positioned adjacent the lower end of the primary support  20  and just above the second brace  40 .). The second guard  55  includes a second receiving area  56  to receive and secure the arrow  16  near the point (i.e. broad head, field point) of the arrow  16 . The second guard  55  preferably shields the point of the arrow  16  from the rear and allows the point of the arrow  16  to be released towards the front of the second guard  55 . The second guard  55  may be large enough to secure multiple arrows  16  within. 
   The second guard  55  also includes side plates  59  and rear plate  58  to shield the points from the rear of the second guard  55 . The side plates  59  and rear plate  58  help to prevent the points of the arrows  16  from coming into contact with the user while the user is transporting the present invention. The second guard  55  also preferably includes a protective material  57  (e.g. felt) lining the inside of the second guard  55  to prevent the point of the arrow  16  from becoming dull when positioned within the second guard  55 . 
   E. Second Accessory Support 
   (Bow Support) 
   The second accessory support  60 , as stated earlier, may support the bow  17  utilized to shoot the arrows  16  in one embodiment of the present invention. The second accessory support  60  preferably includes a channel member  61  extending from the lower end of the primary support  20 . The channel member  61  is preferably movably connected to the primary support  20  to adjust for different positions in which the user would like their bow  17  supported. 
   The channel member  61  is further preferably pivotally connected to the primary support  20  at a pivot point  62  adjacent the primary support  20 . The channel member  61  is further preferably comprised of a similar shaped configuration as the primary support  20  so that when the channel member  61  is pivoted inwards the channel member  61  receives the primary support  20  within to fit as close as possible to the primary support  20 . 
   A holder  64  preferably extends from the channel member  61  opposite the primary support  20 . The holder  64  may be comprised of various configurations depending on what is desired to be secured with the second accessory support  60 . In the bow  17  embodiment, the holder  64  is comprised of a U-shaped configuration to receive the lower limb of the bow  17  or another configuration common with bow  17  holders  64 . The holder  64  extends outward from the side of the channel member  61  so as not to be in the way of the user when the user is sitting upon the seat  26  of the present invention. The holder  64  and second accessory support  60  allow the bow  17  to be supported in an upright manner without the need for the user to hold onto the bow  17 . 
   F. Operation of Preferred Embodiment 
   In use, the primary support  20  is angled (or leaned) against the stationary object  12  in a manner to keep the seat  26  parallel with the ground  14 . The primary support  20  may need to be adjusted in length to properly lean against the stationary object  12 . The first brace  30  is positioned in a stable manner upon the stationary object  12  and the second brace  40  is partially inserted within the ground  14  and stabilized upon the ground  14 . The user may now sit upon the seat  26  of the present invention. The user may also store their arrows  16  and bow  17  in the accessory supports  50 ,  60  as desired. 
   What has been described and illustrated herein is a preferred embodiment of the invention along with some of its variations. The terms, descriptions and figures used herein are set forth by way of illustration only and are not meant as limitations. Those skilled in the art will recognize that many variations are possible within the spirit and scope of the invention, which is intended to be defined by the following claims (and their equivalents) in which all terms are meant in their broadest reasonable sense unless otherwise indicated. Any headings utilized within the description are for convenience only and have no legal or limiting effect.