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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 19, 2021
Filed:
Aug. 17, 2017
Nike, Inc., Beaverton, OR (US);
Eric Noll, Portland, OR (US);
NIKE, Inc., Beaverton, OR (US);
Abstract
The present invention is directed toward a hood adjusting mechanism for improving the fit and adjustability of a hood over a wearer's head when worn by the wearer and may include a hood portion with a generally circumferential opening, a first and second aperture, and a first and second channel. In addition, the hood adjusting mechanism may further include a first and second continuous cord that extend through the first and second channels, exit at the first and second apertures, and are releasably secured by a tightening mechanism. The hood adjusting mechanism may be included as part of an apparel item with a body portion, such as a jacket or a coat.