The Misano circuit that is located just a few kilometres away from Valentino Rossi’s home has an especial place in his heart for two reasons. The unbelievable love of the local fans and familiarity with the track because it was at Misano where Rossi originally started riding. So when MotoGP arrived in his home town, Rossi decided to show his love for the place by using a special helmet. The nine-time world champion hit the track with this especial helmet during FP3 and dedicated it to the home race.
This love for the home race also reflected during the competition in Misano as Rossi made a belligerent start to the race and gained the lead in the early laps. After which no other rider, including Marc Marquez, was able to snatch the lead from him even for a single second. Until Valentino eventually went on to win his first race of the 2014 season. That left just one thing on everyone’s mind, the new carbon helmet PistaGP proved really lucky for Rossi.
Though, it’s not clear at this point in time whether the doctor will use the lucky helmet in the upcoming rounds or not. However, the words printed on both sides of the carbon helmet PistaGP were absolutely clear, which reads “Misano ci dà una mano”. Meaning "Misano helps you" and boy did Misano really helped Rossi in winning the race. In fact, Valentino is the only rider after Repsol Honda’s Dani Pedrosa who has won a race, as Marquez has won the remaining 11 rounds.
Rossi printed these words on the helmet because he is well connected with his roots and homeland. However, the words are not the only thing that makes his helmet so special, as it also include marks of people and animals which are close to him. Yes that’s right true. The custom-made helmet boasts the handprints of Movistar Yamaha team’s mechanics, his beloved cat Rossano along with his two dogs Cecilia and Cesare.
The helmet also has lip marks of his girlfriend Linda and mother Stefania. Last but certainly not the least Rossi’s best friend and designer, Aldo Drud also has his handprints on the helmet. Drudi was the person who has supported Valentino throughout his career, especially with such creative experiences. That is why Rossi did not forget to take his handprints on the new helmet.
Since all these unique marks were printed in different bright colours so together they have given the helmet a unique and striking look. You will certainly not be able to buy this helmet, but the extensive variety of helmets available at J&S Accessories store will definitely make your mouth water.
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