Wake modifying device for attachment to a stern mounted platform

摘要

The present invention provides a detachable wake modifying device that can be placed on either the port or starboard side of a boat platform due to the reversible design of the mount and its attachment to the remainder of the wake assembly. The mount has an open channel design that receives a lateral adjustment arm. An angular adjustment arm hinges between the lateral adjustment arm and the wake tab. The wake tab also hinges to the lateral adjustment arm, forming a triangular structure between the wake tab, lateral adjustment arm, and the angular adjustment arm. In this way, the angle of the wake tab can be adjusted to create a desirable wake in the water behind a motor boat, which is suitable for wake surfing.

主权项

1. A wake modifying device for attachment to a platform protruding from a stern of a boat, the wake tab comprising:
a mount comprising a base plate configured for attachment to an underside of the platform and a tube connected with the base plate and having a wall, a first open end, a second open end, and a longitudinal slot formed through the wall and extending along at least a portion the length, the longitudinal slot opening at the first open end; and a wake tab assembly comprising:
a lateral adjustment arm that is insertable into the tube through the first open end and is fastenable to the tube, the lateral adjustment arm having a first portion including a first end and a second portion including a second end;a wake tab pivoted to the second portion of the lateral adjustment arm, the lateral adjustment arm holding the wake tab at a selected distance from the mount; andan angular adjustment arm connectively spanning between the lateral adjustment arm and the wake tab, the angular adjustment arm being pivoted to the first portion of the lateral adjustment arm at an end and pivoted to the wake tab at an opposite end, the angular adjustment arm holding an angular position of the wake tab; wherein the wake tab assembly is detachable from the mount by sliding the lateral adjustment arm out of the tube, and the wake tab assembly is attachable to the mount by sliding the lateral adjustment arm into the tube.