Configurable riding track

Abstract

A track of interlocking segments for traversal by wheel-based vehicles. The track comprises at least one segment, each segment including a support side, a track side, a left side, a right side, a front side, and a rear side. An interactive element is coupled to the track side of each segment, providing enhanced engagement, customization, and playability. Additionally, a connection member is provided to connect the segments together, allowing for easy assembly and disassembly. The connection member is specifically configured to couple the at least one segment to a second segment, ensuring a secure and stable connection between segments. The track design offers versatility and flexibility for creating various track configurations, providing an enjoyable and interactive experience for wheel-based vehicle users.

What is claimed: 
     
         1 . A track for wheel-based vehicles, comprising at least one segment, wherein the at least one segment includes:
 a support side, a track side, a left side, a right side, a front side, and a rear side;   an interactive element removably attached to the track side of the at least one segment; and   a connection member configured to connect the at least one segment to a second segment, wherein the connection member is configured to couple the at least one segment to the second segment.   
     
     
         2 . The track of  claim 1 , wherein the at least one segment has a length between 2 and 6 feet and a width between 1 and 4 feet, wherein the length is measured from the front side to the rear side and the width is measured from the left side to the right side. 
     
     
         3 . The track of  claim 1 , wherein the track side of the at least one segment is raised from the support side by up to 24 inches. 
     
     
         4 . The track of  claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of segments, the plurality of segments coupled to one another to form an enclosed circuit. 
     
     
         5 . The track of  claim 1 , wherein the at least one segment comprises an entry ramp, wherein the entry ramp is an inclined surface extending to a base surface from the track side of the left side or the right side of the at least one segment. 
     
     
         6 . The track of  claim 5 , wherein the entry ramp includes an exit ramp, wherein the exit ramp is a second inclined surface extending to the base surface from the track of the left side or the right side of the at least one segment. 
     
     
         7 . The track of  claim 1 , wherein the at least one segment further comprises:
 a siding, wherein the siding extends above the track side in a position substantially perpendicular to the support side of the at least one segment.   
     
     
         8 . The track of  claim 7 , wherein the siding is connected to at least the front side, the left side, or the right side of the at least one segment. 
     
     
         9 . The track of  claim 1 , wherein the at least one segment is made from at least one material selected from the group consisting of plastic, rubber, fiberglass, or a combination thereof. 
     
     
         10 . The track of  claim 1 , wherein the track side of the at least one segment comprises a semi-cylindrical surface, wherein the semi-cylindrical surface includes a first elevated portion above the right side of the at least one segment, a second elevated portion above the left side of the at least one segment, and a curved lowered portion extending from the first elevated portion to the second elevated portion. 
     
     
         11 . The track of  claim 1 , wherein the interactive element includes one or more of a lining mat, an anti-slip strip, a rock effect, a wave effect, a mud effect, a stick effect, or a combination thereof. 
     
     
         12 . The track of  claim 11 , wherein the interactive element has an interactive width less than a width of the at least one segment. 
     
     
         13 . The track of  claim 1 , wherein the connection member is configured to releasably couple the at least one segment to the second segment. 
     
     
         14 . The track of  claim 13 , wherein the connection member includes at least one male member secured within at least one female portion. 
     
     
         15 . The track of  claim 14 , wherein the male and female portions are secured by frictional engagement. 
     
     
         16 . The track of  claim 13 , wherein the connection member includes at least one of hooks and loops, snap fasteners, snap fit connections, magnets, zippers, clips, clamps, latches and catches, bayonet connections, hook-and-loop straps, pressure-fit connections, and screw connections, buckles, hook and eye closures, twist locks, push-button releases, adhesive connections, toggle clamps, quick-release buckles, push-fit connections, twist-off caps, slide and snap connections, and magnetic snaps, ball-detent connections connection. 
     
     
         17 . The track of  claim 1 , wherein the connection member includes interlocking members. 
     
     
         18 . The track of  claim 1 , wherein one or more audio playback devices are coupled to the at least one segment. 
     
     
         19 . A method of assembly, the method comprising:
 coupling a first segment to a second segment via a connection member, at least one of the first segment and the second segment further comprising a support side, a track side, a left side, a right side, a front side, and a rear side; and   positioning an interactive element on the track side of at least one of the first segment and the second segment, the interactive element configured for riding on by a wheel-based vehicle.   
     
     
         20 . A system, comprising:
 a carrying case, the carrying case comprising of:
 a base; 
 a handle coupled to a top side of the base; 
 at least one strap disposed on the base and removeably wrapped around the base; and 
 at least one fastener, wherein the at least one fastener is coupled to a first end of the at least one strap and provides a connection mechanism to fasten the first end of the at least one strap to a second end of the at least one strap; and 
   at least one segment configured to fit inside the carrying case, the at least one segment comprising:
 a support side, a track side, a left side, a right side, a front side, and a rear side; 
 an interactive element removably attached to the track side of the at least one segment; and 
 a connection member configured to connect the at least one segment to a second segment, wherein the connection member is configured to couple the at least one segment to the second segment.