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How many times have you admired the fluffy nose bands, as worn by racing horses ? I think they're designed to prevent the halter from rubbing on the horses nose, but I've often thought they look rather sprauncy.
Aside from mere aesthetic considerations, a fluffy nose band would be invaluable during
spells of inclement weather. No longer would your winter strolls be spoiled by having to retreat indoors with a freezing proboscis. Instead, you could step out with confidence fluffy nosegear to the fore.
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[sparky] : Hmm...it's not really the same though, is it ? I suppose you might acheive the same result, but with considerably less elan. |
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What if it slipped up and covered your eyes, this could cause to trip over a marrow salesman and cause and embrassing explanation on hostipal |
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Actually they're used to stop horses shying at things on the ground. So if seeing what you're stepping in freaks you out then I'd say go for it. |
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I thought this was going to be about some Nose Breather Monks Chanting |
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Lots of sporty sorts put plasters on their noses, I think to keep important nasal passges clear and aid breathing. Nosebands might encourage hyperventilation or result in lots of wheezing. |
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Equipping the office-fodder with horsey-type blinkers would encourage them to focus on the computer screen rather than waste time gawping out of the window. |
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