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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8176675 | Fishing device for use in trolling A device for bringing a fishing hook attached to a line out to the side of a boat during trolling, comprising an elongated hull (5), a keel (6) and a line (7) with a release device (8), where the release device is arranged to hold the lin... | 05/15/2012 |
| 7971386 | System and method for trolling A system is disclosed that includes a selectively positionable brake for a towed fishing body. Additionally, a system is disclosed that includes a speed control for a planer board. The planer board is used for fishing by being towed through water. Moreover, a method... | 07/05/2011 |
| 7703235 | Hydrodynamic fishing device A hydrodynamic fishing device includes a plate that changes attitude as the plate passes through a body of water. A plate positioning controller is pivotally mounted to the plate and is indexable relative to the plate by direct application of manual force so as to a... | 04/27/2010 |
| 7644534 | Planer board The present invention relates to a planer board of novel and non-obvious construction methods and materials resulting in reduced weight. The planer board also quick release guidance device that is easier to use than prior art devices. ... | 01/12/2010 |
| 7637051 | Adjustable trolling device An Adjustable Trolling Device, or dodger, consisting of a flat primary body and configured to be removably attached at one or more points along its edge to a primary fishing line, and at other points on its edge, at least some of which may be substantially opposite ... | 12/29/2009 |
| 7578092 | Fishing line planar board An improved fishing line planar board provides an elongate body having a buoyant cylinder portion with a reduced nose at a forward end portion structurally carrying a longitudinally aligned buoyant dorsal vane and two bilaterally symmetrical opposing arcuate wings, ... | 08/25/2009 |
| 7520087 | Fishing diver with dual tripping devices A fishing diver is provided by a diving plane with a first releasable tripping device having a latched condition clamping the diving plane to the line such that upon trolling, the diver dives downwardly at an angle to the trolling line, and having a released conditi... | 04/21/2009 |
| 7520088 | Fishing diver with dual tripping devices and indexing arrangement used in line tensioning A fishing diver is provided by a diving plane with a first releasable tripping device having a latched condition clamping the diving plane to the line such that upon trolling, the diver dives downwardly at an angle to the trolling line, and having a released conditi... | 04/21/2009 |
| 7444778 | Fishing diver A deep sea fishing diver according to the present invention includes a body having front and rear ends, opposed top and bottom surfaces, and opposed sides that extend away from the top surface. The body includes a configuration that defines a center of gravity that ... | 11/04/2008 |
| 7406796 | Diver and planer fishing device A fishing device that can act in one mode as either a diver or side diver, and in a second mode as a side sub-surface planer. The device includes a top plate, a curved bottom plate joined at their leading and trailing edges. Side plates are attached to the right and... | 08/05/2008 |
| 7380366 | Bobber-planer for slow trolling A trolling device comprising an elongated body, an adjustable planar guide fin, and an adjustable rudder. The guide fin and rudder are adjusted to optimize trolling performance on either the port or starboard side of a boat. ... | 06/03/2008 |
| 7380365 | Diver with scent chamber A method and apparatus for creating a plume of fish attractant around a submerged lure moving relative to the water are provided. In particular, a diver is provided that includes a structure for receiving a fish attracting substance. The structure for receiving the ... | 06/03/2008 |
| 7367153 | Collapsible planar board The planar board disclosed features a convexo-concave board characteristic that allows the boards to channel the water creating a water rail for smoother more controlled performance. The planar board also features one removable cross member end that allows for colla... | 05/06/2008 |
| 7343709 | Line recoil device A spring loaded line recoil device which automatically rewinds the line which secures the release clip on a telescoping outrigger when the telescoping outrigger pole is collapsed. Balanced spring assemblies automatically recoil the fishing line on outrigger release ... | 03/18/2008 |
| 7340858 | Slip-on hydrodynamic symmetrical fishing sinker A fishing sinker is comprised of a polyhedron body having a rectangular base and triangular sides with a common blunt vertex, adapted to generate a net upward lifting force during forward motion. The streamlined shape of the sinker also makes it more aerodynamic dur... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7337578 | Planer board lighting device A planer board lighting device. The apparatus comprises a connection to a power source, a light source, and circuitry with electronic components to connect the power source to the light source. A generally clear lens. A rugged waterproof reflective enclosure, with A... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7322151 | Fishing lure having stabilizing wings along each side of the lure body A fishing lure having stabilizing wing-like fins along each side of the lure body is generally described. Stabilizing wing-like fins allow the lure to be trolled or retrieved under the water surface while remaining upright and swimming in a life-like motion. The sta... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7240454 | Hook stabilizing device for a fishing lure A fishing lure is generally provided that incorporates a hook stabilizing device that substantially holds the hook in place and hinder the hook from rotating while the lure is being fished. The hook stabilizing device is configured to accept the connection a fishing... | 07/10/2007 |
| 7216456 | Flasher for fishing A flasher for fishing is disclosed. The flasher is an elongated item with its width greater than thickness and with openings at its two opposite ends for the line used in fishing. The flasher is adapted drawable with the line fastened to the opening at the first end... | 05/15/2007 |
| 7213363 | Planing float with lateral motion control A float device which provides an on-demand change in tacking or planing direction without having to retrieve the float or adjust the float configuration. The float utilizes a float body and at least two longitudinal keel members oppositely disposed on the float body... | 05/08/2007 |
| 7195237 | Cash dispensing automated banking machine and method An automated banking machine (10) includes at least one of sheet dispensing mechanisms (34, 36, 38, 40, 210). Each sheet dispensing mechanism includes a picking member (72, 212). The picking member rotates, and with each rotation generally cause... | 03/27/2007 |
| 7186262 | Apparatus and methods for treating tissue Apparatus and methods are provided for thermally and/or mechanically treating tissue, such as valvular structures, to reconfigure or shrink the tissue in a controlled manner. Mechanical clips are implanted over the leaflets of a valve, e.g., in the heart, either alo... | 03/06/2007 |
| 7162829 | Fishing device Embodiments of the present invention include a number of fishing devices. One embodiment of a fishing device includes a device assembly and an elongate rail. The device assembly includes an elongate body having an exterior surface. The elongate rail includes a first... | 01/16/2007 |
| 7076911 | Soft body covered swimming-jig fishing lure A fishing lure constructed from a swimming jig and a cover for the swimming jig. The cover having a pair of tilted fins which produce a unique fish attracting and catching action as the fishing lure is displaced through water. ... | 07/18/2006 |
| 7065918 | Weighted fishing leader drag apparatus A weighted fishing leader drag apparatus is in the form of an elongated hydrodynamically shaped body having a plurality of resilient wings mounted to its outer surface. When the leader drag apparatus is pulled in the opposite direction of the water current, the wing... | 06/27/2006 |
| 7047689 | Trolling board storage device This disclosure describes a trolling board storage device. The device includes a wire frame bent to create a trolling board storage area for storing at least one trolling board. The wire frame includes a generally U-shaped portion comprising a plurality of generally... | 05/23/2006 |
| 7036266 | Weighted shank fish hooks Weighted fish hooks having a hook shank having a bend at one end and a hook eye at an opposite end. A double-tapered weight is provided on the hook shank between the bend and the hook eye. The double-tapered weight has a top weight taper and a lower weight taper. Th... | 05/02/2006 |
| 7003911 | Fly-fishing strike indicator A fishing line strike indicator and improved hook setter. This device utilizing a body having a hole there through for allowing a fishing line to be inserted and affixed thereto. A water deflector extends from this body and faces the attached lure. When a fish strik... | 02/28/2006 |
| 6978571 | Fishing lure system Described is a fishing lure system for use with fishing line. The fishing lure system consists of a spoon shaped lure body having a convex inner surface on which is attached a hook. Centrally mounted to the convex inner surface is a bracket having a curved portion t... | 12/27/2005 |
| 6942199 | Counter-balance weight for a modular safety rail A counter-balance weight for a modular safety rail comprises substantially only a solid body of a compact shape wherein the volume of the material of the body is at least 20% of the volume of the smallest cuboid which is able to contain the body, the body defining a... | 09/13/2005 |
| 6874271 | Planing float with lateral motion control A float device which provides an on-demand change in tacking or planing direction without having to retrieve the float or adjust the float configuration. The float utilizes a float body and at least two longitudinal keel members oppositely disposed on the float body... | 04/05/2005 |
| 6834459 | Line recoil device A spring loaded line recoil device which automatically rewinds the line which secures the release clip on a telescoping outrigger when the telescoping outrigger pole is collapsed. Balanced spring assemblies automatically recoil the fishing line on outrigger release ... | 12/28/2004 |
| 6789350 | Tolling assembly with hydrodynamic planer board, strike indicator, night lighting, and novel fishing line release A trolling planer board made of lightweight translucent material has a continuous light source for night fishing and a day or night easily perceptible strike indicator. The light, indicator, and their power supply are housed in a watertight compartment away from the... | 09/14/2004 |
| 6760995 | Electronic fishing device steerable in azimuth and depth by remote control or preprogrammed instructions An electronic fishing device and control system. The fishing device includes an electro-mechanically actuated dive plane and rudder for steering the device in azimuth and depth by remote control or by preprogrammed instructions. In an autonomous mode, a device memor... | 07/13/2004 |
| 6658784 | Fishing lure A fishing lure capable of numerous operations to attract fish including a keel with a base platform at one end and an upper body at the other end. Forward fins are mounted on the upper body and a plurality of openings for tow points are provided. A tail r... | 12/09/2003 |
| 6655074 | Flasher A releasable fishing device includes a flasher body having a distal end and a proximal end. A guide member is attached to the proximal end of the flasher while a releasable member is releasably attached to the distal end of the flasher. A line is threaded... | 12/02/2003 |
| 6594943 | Fishing line twist removal apparatus and method A fishing line twist removal apparatus for removing accumulated twist from a fishing line while a fishing lure is secured to the fishing line. The lure is placed into a container body having a cavity, and a slitted cap entraps the lure into the container ... | 07/22/2003 |
| 6493984 | Fishing lure and trolling flasher A fishing lure and trolling flasher having front and back ends, top and bottom sides, and a beveled edge bordering the entire lure that tapers downwardly from the top to the bottom side and from the front to the back end. A front stabilizing fin parallel ... | 12/17/2002 |
| 6453600 | Fishing planer Embodiments of a fishing planer are disclosed which may be used to troll a lure at a significant depth beneath the boat without the inconvenience of using an inordinate amount of weight. The fishing planer changes configuration to rise if a fish strikes t... | 09/24/2002 |
| 6412215 | Fishing trolling device with quick attachment arrangement A fishing trolling device includes a trolling plane having a mounting surface and guide means on the trolling plane for guiding a fishing line along the trolling plane through the guide means. One end of the line extends to a baiting lure and the other en... | 07/02/2002 |
