Gerald J Carlson

US Patent:

44037163, Sep 13, 1983

Filed:

May 26, 1982

Appl. No.:

6/382129

Inventors:

Gerald I. Carlson - Barrington RI
Norman J. Cook - Warwick RI

International Classification:

B60R 906

US Classification:

224 4208

Abstract:

A support rack for vehicles, i. e. , automobiles, and the like which is particularly adapted for alternate support and storage of bicycles in one position and for the storage of general materials such as trunks, trash barrels, camping equipment gear, and the like in an alternate position. The storage rack includes a frame which in the bicycle supporting position is positioned in an upright attitude and in the general material supporting position is in a generally horizontal position vis-a-vis the rear or front end of the vehicle on which it is supported. The rack is preferably positioned in an area of low air turbulence at the rear end of the vehicle.