Arch axle sulky

Abstract

A sulky comprising a flexible arch constructed of high strength tubular steel having a streamlined cross section, the arch carrying a pair of wheels supported at its outer ends on individual axles mounted behind the torsional axis of the arch is disclosed. A pair of spaced, forwardly extending, flexible shafts are mounted at the top of the arch on either side of an adjustable driver's seat, the shafts being angled upwardly and inwardly toward each other and having a streamlined cross section which is canted outwardly. The shafts are formed of tubular, high strength, flexible steel and cooperate with the flexible arch axle to provide an interaction between the driver of the sulky, the motion of the horse, and the sulky itself to produce improved performance. Stirrup mounts for the driver's feet are secured to the shafts and are adjustable to cooperate with the adjustable driver's seat to permit optimum placement of the driver with respect to the arch axles. A first protective support bar extends forwardly from each axle to a connection point with the shaft on the corresponding side of the sulky and a second protective bar leads from the axle over the top of the wheel to the arch axle to provide stability to the sulky, and to prevent it from being damaged by contact with railings or other obstacles with which it might come in contact.