Leg protecting apparatus

Abstract

The leg protecting apparatus is used for protecting the calf of the leg and/or clothing worn near the calf of the leg from getting soiled by the chain oil of a bicycle's chain. The leg protecting apparatus comprises a cover portion which covers the inside of calf of the right leg, and a cover supporting portion. The cover portion, which is generally rectangular in shape, is formed of, but not limited to, two layers. An outer layer which faces the environment is stitched to an inner layer that is in contact with the lower leg. Preferably, the outer layer is a heavier more rugged protective surface than the inner layer, and is preferably moisture and grease resistant. Preferably, the inner layer is a softer, less rugged woven or knitted material. The cover supporting portion includes preferably at least two spaced strap members which are adjustable, flat woven material. The spaced strap members are disposed substantially parallel to one another and substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal centerline of the main section. Each strap member has complementary buckles, such as a male/female combination, connected to it. These buckles are used to secure the leg protecting apparatus to the bicyclist's leg.

Embodiments of the invention in which an exclusive property or privilege is claimed are defined as follows:  
     
         1 . An apparatus for covering a portion of a leg, the apparatus comprising: 
 a cover portion; and    a cover supporting portion, the cover supporting portion including buckle members to enable securing the apparatus to the leg.    
     
     
         2 . The apparatus of  claim 1  wherein the cover portion is generally rectangular in shape.  
     
     
         3 . The apparatus of  claim 1  wherein the cover portion comprises an outer layer and an inner layer.  
     
     
         4 . The apparatus of  claim 3  wherein the outer layer is composed of more rugged material than the inner layer.  
     
     
         5 . The apparatus of  claim 1  wherein the cover supporting portion comprises at least two spaced strap members.  
     
     
         6 . The apparatus of  claim 5  wherein the at least two strap members are disposed in a substantially parallel orientation with respect to each other.  
     
     
         7 . The apparatus of  claim 5  wherein the at least two strap members are disposed in a substantially perpendicular orientation with respect to a vertical centre line of the cover portion.  
     
     
         8 . The apparatus of  claim 1  wherein the portion of the leg is the inner calf area.  
     
     
         9 . The apparatus of  claim 2  wherein the cover portion is disposed such that the long axis of the cover portion is generally vertical.  
     
     
         10 . The apparatus of  claim 1  wherein the cover portion is composed of woven fabric material.  
     
     
         11 . The apparatus of  claim 3  wherein the outer layer is composed of nylon.  
     
     
         12 . The apparatus of  claim 3  wherein the outer layer is composed of a moisture-resistant material.  
     
     
         13 . The apparatus of  claim 3  wherein the inner layer is composed of a fleece material.  
     
     
         14 . The apparatus of  claim 3  wherein the inner layer is composed of a mesh material.  
     
     
         15 . The apparatus of  claim 5  wherein the strap members are composed of a moisture-resistant, woven material.  
     
     
         16 . The apparatus of  claim 5  wherein the strap members are composed of nylon webbing.  
     
     
         17 . The apparatus of  claim 5  wherein the strap members are stitched to the cover portion.  
     
     
         18 . The apparatus of  claim 5  wherein the strap members are of different lengths.  
     
     
         19 . The apparatus of  claim 5  wherein the buckle members are in adjustable engagement with the strap members to accommodate various leg diameters.  
     
     
         20 . The apparatus of  claim 1  wherein the cover portion comprises a storage pocket.