Richie Cross Posted March 24, 2011 Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 Hi folks, As the weather is improving and following from a chat I had with Mark O on the last ride, what's the club ratio for non shavers to shavers? I have in the past, when I was younger, as I felt 'more like a cyclist' but realised that some don't bother. I personally don't like the look of my own hairy legs in cycling shorts...added with their whiteness! and in planning for my Pyrenees trip in June, my mate said he'll be shaving. Do we have a mix in the club or is it a must? While I don't have great legs (looks or power) will I be gently mocked for doing it! and for all the baldies....what top tips do you have? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EPCC Posted March 24, 2011 Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 I shaved them last year mainly to allow rubing sun cream and things cut My legs to bits will do them again this year but will wax for the first one of the year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions ginty001 Posted March 24, 2011 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 Biily said I shaved them last year mainly to allow rubing sun cream and things cut My legs to bits will do them again this year but will wax for the first one of the year I shaved them last year mainly to allow rubing sun cream and things cut My legs to bits will do them again this year but will wax for the first one of the year C'mon Billy, you trying to say you shave your legs every time you go on holiday ? sun cream, aye right C'mon admit it, its just a pose thing, the pro's claim it's for easy massage, but let's face it, be true to yourself Billy, it's just cos it's the done thing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions Ramsay Posted March 24, 2011 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 hair removing cream is the way to go. bit messy, but less painful than waxing (in fact not painful at all), and less cuts/sensitive skin issues than shaving! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedalpusher Posted March 24, 2011 Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 hi richie having never done it before (that is shave my legs ) is it the whole way or just to the short line comment from the better halve men aren't vain DOH cheers brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EPCC Posted March 24, 2011 Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 IainNo not for all holidays only bike ones so that I look like a pro as you know appearances can be you know the rest Might try the hair removal. cream Ramsay what do you recommend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richie Cross Posted March 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 Brian...when I've done it I've gone 'all the way'! A mate used to go just to short line. Not a good look I think! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedalpusher Posted March 24, 2011 Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 thanks richie will need to have a think aboout it plenty of time before the shorts i think cheers brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richie Cross Posted March 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 If you do it, I'll do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.yeoman Posted March 24, 2011 Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 do it. There is nothing quite like waking up feeling a smooth shaved leg. The big disappointment is when you realise its your own. never tried the cream - only ever shaved, not too may cuts but I did block the bath and tried to blame others Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions gregbalden Posted March 24, 2011 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 I shave almost all the way, im unfortunaetly very hairy! So top of the thigh does it. With a buffer zone, stuble next to...eh...well..isnt too comfy :s As for method, I shave, but have tried cream, and infact was reading up about this, womens razors are apprently much better! Designed for the job at hand!! Greg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions P McDonald Posted March 24, 2011 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 Yes, every year for 20 years! Absolute pre requisite to be a cyclist - for lots of good reasons like ? ! ?... First shave of the season electric clippers with no fitting then razor/foam. After that just a razor and foam. To a couple of inches above short line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions Ramsay Posted March 24, 2011 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 Meant say that in my opinion, avoid an epilator! It is a torture device that doesn't really work very well for me. It also gave a lot of rash! I use Veet sensitive and find that much better than anything else. As for how far? I go toes to boxer short line (not keen on Hobbit feet or "hairy shorts" on the upper legs). Cheers, R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions ginty001 Posted March 24, 2011 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 Generally, how frequently does this strange ritual need to take place ??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions duncan thomson Posted March 24, 2011 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 have stumbled into a very strange place.... walk away, nothing to see here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark O Posted March 24, 2011 Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 Been years since I have gone all svelt of leg. Did half of one leg due to very sticky taped support being put on by physio to sort out ankle problem only 6 weeks before going to Florida. Regrowth didn't meet with Wife's approval and made me go to barbers to get other leg "trimmed" to even things up. Took pelters for ages. If it has to be done then it has to be done. However, there are possibilities to take this topic further. 1 - charity defuzz - all the rage apparently but only if pain invovled, method of defuzzing should be optional 2 - speed defuzzing - fastest razor in the west title. New Zealander and Aussie shepherds to have time handicap 3 - prize weigh in - would need to impose height/leg length categories. Most shorn fuzz wins 4 - John Smith prize for smoothest finish - on second thoughts judge(s) might be hard to find, then again maybe not 5 - Desperate Dan prize for most nicks/missed bits/general stubble and poorest overall look. Just a few random thoughts/ideas. Would be a definite step up from Saturday evening TV M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions gregbalden Posted March 24, 2011 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 The above competition? If we can call it that sounds hilarious! Greg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions martin Posted March 25, 2011 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted March 25, 2011 Can't wait to see the full interview on Belgian TV. "So Mr Muirhead, how did you prepare for 'de Ronde', the toughest of all the Classics?" I use Veet sensitive and find that much better than anything else. As for how far? I go toes to boxer short line (not keen on Hobbit feet or "hairy shorts" on the upper legs). Cheers, R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedalpusher Posted March 25, 2011 Report Share Posted March 25, 2011 just read all the posts so far i could hardly read them for laughing why to men talk about the strangest things is the comment i'm getting over my shoulder from someone that it comes naturally to ??? the suggestion is for me to go and get it done by a professional don't think so ramsays cream idea sounds the bizz will have to scour the wife and daughters cupboards to see if they have any don't fancy walking inti boots to buy it thanks for the laughs brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richie Cross Posted March 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2011 I was thinking the same Brian I was also wondering where our lady members are to offer their advice and expertise! Are they just reading our posts for amusement! I like Mark's idea about doing a possible fundraising thing. Would this have to be done sooner rather than later before legs are prepped for shorts?! I have endured hours of tattooing on me....but I'm scared at the thought of waxing!! Oh......Argos own brand value clippers for £6.99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life Members chung Posted March 25, 2011 Life Members Report Share Posted March 25, 2011 It's great to see & hear that cycling brings out the feminine side in all of us. Personally, I only do it during the summer when wearing shorts. Wet & foam shave with Philips men electric shaver.......bit time consuming. Generally, how frequently does this strange ritual need to take place ??? Iain, I think someone is thinking about doing it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kay10ant Posted March 25, 2011 Report Share Posted March 25, 2011 sitting at home feeling sorry for myself after an unplanned dismount yesterday, now p***ing myself laughing after reading this. Thanks guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions ginty001 Posted March 25, 2011 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted March 25, 2011 Well Chung, curiosity is getting the better of me, would hate to think i was missing out on something , but at the same time i canny be bothered shaving my face everyday never mind my legs, hence the reason i was asking about the regularity required....Are we talking once a week, once a month ??? Ian.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richie Cross Posted March 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2011 WTF!!! £9 for the new Veet hydra restorer stuff!! er, apparently!! Kay....hope you're ok? I've been waiting for a female contribution to this thread, although hoping it would be constructive!! After reading this....no internal e-mails please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life Members chung Posted March 25, 2011 Life Members Report Share Posted March 25, 2011 Ian, about once a week just the night before I go out every Sunday. Com'on Ian, you know you want it! Kay, this is a serious issue here. When Richie asked for input from lady members, I think we were expecting constructive advise, not ridicule! Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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