Adaptable storage device for rain attire

Abstract

Embodiments of the present disclosure generally relate to an adaptable storage device for rain attire. More specifically, embodiments of the present invention relate to an adaptable storage device that can be easily transported, may be affixed to a variety of everyday articles, provides a fashionable appearance, and conveniently stores rain attire and accessories thereof until needed. In one embodiment of the present invention, an adaptable storage device for rain attire comprises a substantially water-proof storage portion having an inner volume for storing rain attire; a closure means for sealing the inner volume of the storage portion; and an attachment means for attaching the adaptable storage device to an apparatus.

1 . An adaptable storage device for rain attire comprising:
 a substantially water-proof storage portion having an inner volume for storing rain attire;   a closure means for sealing the inner volume of the storage portion; and   an attachment means for attaching the adaptable storage device to an apparatus.   
     
     
         2 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 1 , wherein the storage portion comprises 600 denier polyester. 
     
     
         3 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 1 , wherein the storage portion comprises a woven or non-woven fabric, having natural or artificial fibers. 
     
     
         4 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 3 , wherein the natural or artificial fibers are coated in an oil or chemical to enhance waterproofing or water-resistive capabilities. 
     
     
         5 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 5 , wherein the storage portion comprises a length to width ratio of between about 2:1 to about 20:1. 
     
     
         6 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 1 , wherein the closure means comprises one of a zipper, mechanical snaps, one or more straps, hook-and-loop fasteners, removable adhesive, or combinations thereof. 
     
     
         7 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 1 , wherein the attachment means comprises a strap affixed to the outer surface of the storage portion. 
     
     
         8 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 7 , wherein the strap is affixed to the outer surface of the storage portion via a D-ring assembly and clip. 
     
     
         9 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 7 , wherein the strap comprise at least one of a release buckle, or one or more length adjustment elements to provide a means to release and/or adjust the length of the strap. 
     
     
         10 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 1 , further comprising a strap on an outer surface of the storage portion for holding separable articles. 
     
     
         11 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 1 , further comprising a drying cloth removably fixed to an inner surface of the storage portion via at least one cloth attachment. 
     
     
         12 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 11 , wherein the drying cloth comprises a blend of rayon and polypropylene fibers. 
     
     
         13 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 11 , wherein the at least one cloth attachment comprises a substantially waterproof or water-resistant pocket. 
     
     
         14 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 11 , wherein the at least one cloth attachment comprises at least one of a hook-and-loop fastener assembly, non-abrasive removable adhesives, mechanical fasteners or combinations thereof. 
     
     
         15 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 1 , further comprising one or more storage compartments on an inner surface of the storage portion. 
     
     
         16 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 1 , wherein the apparatus comprises one of a golf bag, a purse, a briefcase a belt, or a shoulder strap of a bag. 
     
     
         17 . An adaptable storage device for a golfer's rain attire comprising:
 a substantially water-proof storage portion having an inner volume for storing a golfer's rain attire, the storage portion having an inner surface with a drying cloth removably stored via at least one cloth attachment, and one or more storage compartments therein;   a substantially water-proof zipper for sealing the inner volume of the storage portion; and   an attachment means for attaching the adaptable storage device to a golf bag;   wherein the storage portion comprises one of a substantially round, oval or circular cross-section, and has a length to width ratio of between about 3:1 to about 8:1.   
     
     
         18 . The adaptable storage device of  claim 17 , wherein the attachment means comprises a strap affixed to the outer surface of the storage portion, the strap having at least one of a release buckle, or one or more length adjustment elements to provide a means to release and/or adjust the length of the strap. 
     
     
         19 . A golfer's kit to store rain attire, the kit comprising:
 an adaptable storage device for a golfer's rain attire comprising:
 a substantially water-proof storage portion having an inner volume for storing a golfer's rain attire, the storage portion having an inner surface with a drying cloth removably fixed thereon via at least one cloth attachment, and one or more storage compartments therein; 
 a substantially water-proof zipper for sealing the inner volume of the storage portion; and 
 an attachment means for attaching the adaptable storage device to a golf bag, the attachment means having a strap affixed to the outer surface of the storage portion, with at least one of a release buckle, or one or more length adjustment elements thereon to provide a means to release and/or adjust the length of the strap; 
 wherein the storage portion comprises one of a substantially round, oval or circular cross-section, and has a length to diameter ratio of between about 3:1 to about 8:1; and 
   at least one article of rain attire, selected from the group consisting of: an umbrella, a rain jacket, gloves, mittens, and rain pants.   
     
     
         20 . The kit of  claim 19 , wherein each of the adaptable storage device and the at least one article of rain attire comprise a logo thereon.