Paddock girls provide shade for motocross riders during pre-race equipment checks and hold plaques with rider information. They also serve as promotional models for the sport and are selected based on their appearance.
Motocross is a competitive individual sport in which motorcyclists race over dirt, hills or other courses. Competitions usually take place in dry areas with extremely hot temperatures. The heat from motorcycles and the crowds near racing circuits can make riders uncomfortable or tired in the already hot temperatures. Paddock girls, also known as grid girls or umbrella girls, are responsible for holding umbrellas over riders at the starting lines to provide shade.
Before motocross racing can really start, riders often have to gather at the starting lines for equipment checks to ensure their motorcycles are working properly. They may also have to wait for their motorcycles to be properly fueled and complete any other necessary checks before the race can start. All these processes can take hours and usually take place in the sun. Paddock girls stand next to riders with umbrellas during pre-race checkups so riders don’t get overheated while waiting for the race to start.
Paddock girls may also have other responsibilities when pre-race checks are completed. Before the race starts, each girl can stand just behind the starting lines and line up with a specific runner. It will usually display a plaque with the driver’s name, team or country printed on it. This is normally done to ensure that all spectators can catch up with the different riders once the competition starts.
In addition to actually performing work duties in motocross racing, paddock girls often serve as promotional role models for the sport. Fans of motocross racing often ask girls to pose for pictures. Girls can also be inspired by official motocross memorabilia such as posters, calendars or sports magazines.
The process of selecting women to act as paddock girls is normally treated in the same way as a modeling job. Hiring agencies often hire applicants with attractive faces and fit bodies, as they wear tight or revealing clothing. The job involves constant travel to all the different motocross racing venues and working conditions can be uncomfortable due to the often hot weather and long periods on your feet. Many women use the job as a means of gaining exposure as a model and gaining fans, as they often pose for promotional material. The work can often help lead women to work as models in the main national men’s magazines.
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