Freedom Pants

Abstract

In the technical field of designing functional work garments that allow full freedom of movement and freedom from constant adjustment that hinder productivity. Whereas belts or elastic around the middle or clip or button type suspenders allow slippage or detachment then slippage, a system of straps, anchor points, and/or hooks permanently sewn onto the waist band of any type of pants or trousers that will hold said pants or trousers up regardless of how much is carried in the pockets while allowing complete freedom of movement. Being suspended from the shoulders and worn loose around the middle, freedom of movement is achieved even when bending over, without allowing exposure due to slipping down in the back.

Claims

1. A system consisting of 2 long straps, 2 loop straps, 2 adjusting buckles, and 2 snap hooks designed to prevent pants or trousers from slipping down while allowing freedom of movement.

2. The 2 straps from claim 1 to be permanently sewn into the rear waist band of said pants or trousers, crossing in the back and continuing over the shoulders.

3. The 2 straps from claim 1 to be sewn 5 away from centerline of the rear of the pants or trousers based on a 42 circumference.

4. The 2 straps from claims 1 and 3 to be further away from centerline as circumference increases.

5. The 2 straps from claims 1 and 2 to be crossed in the back high enough to allow reaching over the shoulder to the cross area, but low enough to prevent rubbing the next as said straps go over the shoulders.

6. The 2 straps from claims 1, 2, and 5 continue down the front of the wearer of the pants or trousers, going through an adjusting buckle each and terminating each in a snap hook.

7. The 2 straps from claim 6 will pass in an under-over-under routing through their respective said adjusting buckle.

8. The 2 straps from claim 6 will then pass through the strap loop of their respective said snap hook, in a toward the wearer direction.

9. The 2 straps from claims 6 and 7 will return to their respective said adjusting buckle passing again in an under-over-under routing, underneath or behind the first pass through the said adjusting buckle from claim 7.

10. The straps from claims 1-9 shall be provided long enough cover said routing for a 62 individual plus at least 12 each to be trimmed by the user.

11. The 2 loop straps from claim 1 will pass through the D rings from claim 1 with both ends being sewn into the waistband of the pants or trousers.

12. The 2 loop straps from claims 1 & 11 will be sewn into the waist band at the same distance from the front centerline as used for back strap mounting points as identified in claims 3 & 4.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES

[0010] FIG. 1 shows the front view of a typical pair of men's pants (001). The securely sewn (015) into the waist band (025) D ring mounting straps (loop straps (035)) with D rings (30) shown in place. The main straps (045) are shown as if they had come over the shoulder of the person (not shown) wearing the Freedom Pants, routed through the adjusting buckle (050), then through the snap hook from out to in, and finally back through the adjusting buckle [050] under the first main strap's [045] routing. The primary fastener (005), zipper (fly closure (010)), and distance reference (020) are all shown for reference information. Inset pictures of the D rings (030)

[0011] FIG. 2 shows the rear view of a typical pair of men's pants (001). The securely sewn (015) into the waist band (025) main straps (045) are shown as they cross (securely sewn point (015) and as if they continue over the shoulders of the person (not shown) wearing the Freedom Pants. Distance reference (020) is shown for reference information.

SPECIFICATION

[0012] Note: several options for materials and construction are outlined here, however this is in no way a limit to the possibilities. Although this outlines the more functional configuration, personal preference can allow for different materials and/or component placement.

[0013] Most functional tested to date: Start with cargo type pants (multiply pockets), using 1 wide strapping, sew 2 straps into the waist band 5 from

Detail

[0014] Note: several options for materials and construction are outlined here, however this is in no way a limit to the possibilities. Although this outlines the more functional configuration, personal preference can allow for different materials and/or component placement.

[0015] Most functional tested to date: Start with cargo type pants (multiply pockets), using 1 wide strapping, sew 2 straps into the waist band 5 from centerline of the back. Angle straps to converge approximately 6 below the neckline to form an X. The cross of the X should be positioned low enough so that straps don't rub the neck as they cross the shoulders but high enough where the average big man can reach the X by reaching over his shoulder. Being able to reach the X helps don the straps without getting the straps twisted.

[0016] After the straps cross over the shoulders, they should reach down through an adjusting buckle, then through the snap-hook mount and back through the buckle. The snap-hook needs to reach the D-ring the is to be mounted on a loop of strap, sewn into the front waist band on both sides, 5 from centerline. Straps should be overlength, then trimmed once the finished garment is fitted, allowing 4 of adjustment to remain for future accommodations.

[0017] Sewing process: 20+ pound breaking strength multi strand or stronger, sown in a pattern the maximizes load distribution over as wide an area as possible to give the desired durability.

Options

[0018] Pants or trousers: anything desired by the individual, including long pants or shorts. Cargo type allow for carrying tools and parts, jean type could be sturdier and more common, utility slacks may fit better in a work clothes provider system such as CINTAS, where warm-ups may allow more comfort. Long pants or shorts, whatever fits the mission.

[0019] The strap material width of 1 has proven sufficient to avoid cutting into shoulders however 2 could be used if added comfort was needed. The strap material could be in matching color or safety colors or even reflective as the mission dictates. Strap base material could be canvas or cotton which initially more comfortable may have a tendency to roll into a rope after washing. Polypropylene is very cost effective and has proven serviceable. Nylon is an option, while stronger will shrink slightly when wet. Many available materials can be used, both synthetic and natural, having properties what fit specific applications.

[0020] Strap color: If the objective is aesthetics, the straps can be color coordinated with the pants or trousers, however, as work apparel the straps should be safety orange or yellow and/or reflective.

[0021] As to the hardware, snap-hooks and d-ring, plastic has performed best and can be washed and dried without issue. Metal hardware is an option but should be removed before drying to prevent damage to dryer drum.

[0022] Item placement: The strap and D-ring mounting locations from center should move out as the grith is larger. The dimensions used herein are balanced for a 42 individual. The D-rings may be moved up or down however too high up and they become hard to reach, too low and they will get into the way. D-rings may be deleted with straps extending the snap-hooks down to clip onto an existing belt loop. This option is less expensive and quicker to produce however the belt loops will not bear the load over time and will fail.

[0023] Other types of hardware such as male-female buckles may be used but tend to be more cumbersome and some types have shown to not hold adjustments securely. Hook and loop (Velcro) can be substituted for the adjusting buckles and snap hooks if enough attach area is allowed to support the load.

DRAWING KEY

[0024] 001 Existing pants or trousers. [0025] 005 Primary fastener or button [0026] 010 Zipper [0027] 015 Attach points, permanently sewn [0028] 020 Distance reference only (set at 5 for this embodiment) [0029] 025 Waist band [0030] 030 Snap hooks [0031] 035 D ring mounting straps (loop straps) [0032] 040 D rings [0033] 045 Main straps [0034] 050 Strap adjusting buckles.