Gumsheilds.
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Gumsheilds.
I was watching the MotoGP from Assen yesterday on the TV, and saw Valentino Rossi using gumsheilds, ( I assume for protection in an accident or to stop him grinding his teeth) and wondered if any of the TT riders use them.
Does anyone know who does or why?
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28-06-2015, 10:01 AM
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RE: Gumsheilds.
Never heard of this before, but I have heard a rumor that Floyd Mayweather is in talks with Arai for a helmet deal for his next fight......
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28-06-2015, 06:36 PM
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RE: Gumsheilds.
I've no idea why but never noticed it before, have you?

If not then maybe it's for some dental reason rather than for a racing reason.


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29-06-2015, 12:31 PM
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RE: Gumsheilds.
(28-06-2015, 06:36 PM)DBD 34 Wrote: Never heard of this before, but I have heard a rumor that Floyd Mayweather is in talks with Arai for a helmet deal for his next fight......

Yea and mab'be Val is multitasking with one of the teeth whiting trays.  ;)
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RE: Gumsheilds.
Some years ago a rider TT, Manx? Died when he swallowed his denture after a crash, most take them out before a race, I would  not to use a gum shield as I would prefer a clear airway.
30-06-2015, 12:45 AM
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RE: Gumsheilds.
Hi, I must admit to seeing a couple of the Moto GP riders taking gum shields out after the race had finished.

Sorry I can't remember when.

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Ian
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