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Take-A-Seat 3-IN-1 Tailgating Bench, Bike Rack and Cargo Carrier

Inventor Name: Pat Rock
Patent Status: Patented
Patent Number: 6,739,643
Invention Status: Now available!!
Website: http://www.thetakeaseat.com
Keywords: Tailgating Bench, Cooler/Cargo Carrier, Bike Rack

Take-A-Seat is your 3-in-1 seating, bike rack and cargo carrier solution.

The unique, patented design and convenience of Take-A-Seat is the tailgater's answer to bringing all of their needs to the big game, race or any outdoor event! Take-A-Seat transforms in to a 3-place bike rack and a handy carrier for coolers or other cargo.

Enjoy the world's first vehicle-mounted collapsible chair along with a bike rack and cargo carrier. See why it was voted top 24 finalist on ABC's American Inventor!

 


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