Hockey sock with adjustable fitting mechanism

Abstract

A hockey sock with an adjustable mechanism that provides a wearer with a continuous range of sizing options is provided. The adjustable mechanism may be used to adjust the size of the hockey sock, and to secure other protective equipment, such as shin pads, worn underneath the sock. In a preferred embodiment, the adjustable mechanism comprises at least one strap housing affixed to the inner layer of the sock and configured to receive a strap extending circumferentially about the sock and within the strap housing. The strap extends into a strap adjustor, which in conjunction with the strap forms the adjustable mechanism for the sock. The wearer is able to adjust the size of the hockey sock by exerting a tightening force to the strap adjustor to conveniently adjust the sock to the desired fit. A user may access the adjustable mechanism while the sock is being worn for the purpose of changing the inner circumference of the sizing of the sock so as to obtain a better fit.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A sock comprising at least one adjustable strap, said strap extending in a circumferential direction about the sock for securing the sock to a user's leg, said sock further comprising a strap adjustor, wherein the tension of the strap is adjustable for tightening and loosening, respectively, said sock on the user's leg. 
     
     
         2 . The sock of  claim 1 , wherein the adjustable strap is contained within a strap housing incorporated into said sock. 
     
     
         3 . The sock with the adjustable strap of  claim 1 , wherein the sock is dimensioned to encapsulate the user's leg from a heel to a knee of said user. 
     
     
         4 . The sock of  claim 2  having a plurality of adjustable straps and strap housings. 
     
     
         5 . The sock of  claim 1 , further incorporating a cover fitted over the strap adjustor.