Title: Inflatable hopping game device

Abstract: A unitary construction of flexible plastic defining a plurality of interconnected, inflatable airtight tubes is disclosed. When inflated to effective rigidity, the construction may be placed on a playing surface and thereupon figures a series of compartments enabling players to engage in a hopscotch game. Clips of differing colors may be provided to hold the construction in a small package when uninflated and to provide markers for the players during the game.

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Inventors: Hartley, Larry W. (Santa Cruz, CA, US)

Application Number: 777132
Filing Date: 1977-03-14
Publication_date: 1980-01-29
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Primary Class(es): 473/414 273/458
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US Patent Ref:

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3014723	Dec, 1961	Butler	273/1.
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Primary Examiner: Shapiro, Paul E.
Assistant Examiner:
Attorney: Harrison; David B.