| 20080229620 | DOUBLE FLUSH FASTENER FOR ATTACHING CLEATS - A two piece fastener for securing at least one sole member to a metal cleat to provide better traction in footwear is disclosed. The fastener comprises a pin member and a sleeve member having an internal locking mechanism. In exemplary embodiments, the internal locking mechanism is defined by axial movement of the pin to engages a sleeve stop shoulder in a through bore located in the sleeve moving it radially inward into the internal locking section of the pin. After the internal locking section has been substantially filled, the pin and sleeve are locked together stopping movement of the pin. The fastener provides both water resistance and easy removability with the use of a tool. | 09-25-2008 |
