Michael D Clay

US Patent:

45749191, Mar 11, 1986

Filed:

Dec 17, 1984

Appl. No.:

6/682306

Inventors:

Michael D. Clay - Tulsa OK

International Classification:

A63B 2700

US Classification:

182221

Abstract:

A tree climbing implement adapted to be secured to the boot or shoe during a tree climbing operation and comprising a substantially L-shaped bracket engagable with the bottom of the boot, a spike-like element has one edge hingedly secured to one edge of the L-shaped bracket member and is movable between an extended position substantially perpendicular to the bracket member and a collapsed position substantially against or in abutting relation with respect to the bracket member for facilitating storing and/or transporting of the device. The spike-like member is of a unitary construction which greatly reduces the cost of manufacture of the implement.