| 摘要 |
The present embodiment 10 provides a safety device for use with rodeo type bucking chutes as a means of reducing serious injuries to the participant, (which are common to the sport of bull riding and bronc riding) while preparing to mount livestock during exhibitions and competitions. The device comprises of a pad 42 filled with shock absorbing material 46 and covered with an encasement 42 made of vinyl, leather or other material strong enough to withstand substantial impact by individuals and/or livestock. The embodiment 10 is designed to fit over the top of the chute gate slider frame 18, extending slightly below the attachment area and attached at both ends of the chute frame 18. Attachment is accomplished with the use of nylon straps 30 (or other suitable material) to hold the embodiment 10 in place. Velcro strips 38 may also be used to attach the embodiment 10 to the chute frame 18. The embodiment 10 as shown 10 FIGS. 1,2 and 3 when properly mounted to the bucking chute frame 18 front and back, will greatly reduce the possibility of injury caused by the animal lunging forward and throwing the participant head first into the steel bars on the chute gate frame. It will also prevent injury when animals rare over backwards, pining the participant between the animal and the top of the chute gate.
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