Snowboard Chairlift Securing Device

Abstract

A snowboard chairlift securing device is provided. The device is comprised of a snowboard chairlift securing device designed to enhance safety, balance, and comfort for snowboarders during chairlift rides and dismounts. The device comprises a base platform and features at least one foot loop that includes an adjustable strap for secure fitting and a padded lining for increased comfort. A textured surface with grooves and a raised toe grip on the base platform improves traction and prevents slippage. The device can be mounted in multiple locations on the snowboard using a multi-point mounting plate. By securing the back foot, the device reduces fatigue, improves balance during lift rides, and minimizes the risk of knee and leg injuries during chairlift dismounts.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A snowboard chairlift securing device comprising:
 a base platform comprised of a top surface, the top surface comprised of a textured surface; and   a foot loop.   
     
     
         2 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 1 , wherein the foot loop is comprised of a flexible material. 
     
     
         3 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 1 , wherein the textured surface is comprised of a raised nodule. 
     
     
         4 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 1 , wherein the textured surface is comprised of a groove. 
     
     
         5 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 1  further comprised of a raised top grip. 
     
     
         6 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 5 , wherein the raised top grip is contoured to receive a user's foot. 
     
     
         7 . A snowboard chairlift securing device comprising:
 a base platform comprised of a top surface, the top surface comprised of a textured surface;   a mounting plate comprised of a first opening; and   an adjustable foot loop.   
     
     
         8 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 7 , wherein the adjustable foot loop is comprised of an adjustable strap. 
     
     
         9 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 8 , wherein the adjustable strap is comprised of a hook and loop strap. 
     
     
         10 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 8 , wherein the adjustable strap is comprised of a ratchet strap. 
     
     
         11 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 7 , wherein the textured surface is comprised of a raised nodule. 
     
     
         12 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 7 , wherein the textured surface is comprised of a groove. 
     
     
         13 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 7  further comprised of a raised top grip. 
     
     
         14 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 13 , wherein raised top grip is contoured to receive a user's foot. 
     
     
         15 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 7 , wherein the mounting plate is comprised of a second opening. 
     
     
         16 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 15 , wherein the first opening and the second opening are arranged in a 2×4 pattern. 
     
     
         17 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 7 , wherein the mounting plate is positioned on the base platform. 
     
     
         18 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 7 , wherein a bottom surface of the adjustable foot loop is comprised of a lining. 
     
     
         19 . The snowboard chairlift securing device of  claim 18 , wherein the lining is comprised of a padded lining. 
     
     
         20 . A method of using a snowboard chairlift securing device, the method comprising the following steps:
 providing a snowboard chairlift securing device comprised of a base platform, a foot loop, a textured surface, and a mounting plate;   aligning the mounting plate with a desired location on a snowboard;   securing the snowboard chairlift securing device to the snowboard;   placing a back foot into the foot loop; and   using the snowboard chairlift securing device to hold a snowboard while seated on a chairlift, wherein the user exits the chairlift with their back foot in the snowboard chairlift device.