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• Very helpful site by hockeyGTP on 09 Apr, 2011 08:50
• Lurked for a little while and this site and everybody on it has been very helpful.  I had always wanted to shave my head but like many others was very worried how I would look, what shape was my head, and any other unsightly thing might be under m hair.  While trimming the beard I decided to just go for it, I was instantly hooked.  As of now I could not imagine not being bald.  I figured it was only hair and if I didn't like it, it grows back.
  
  Thanks again for the great site and the very supportive members!
• #1 by sailor61 on 09 Apr, 2011 09:05
• Welcome to the gang - so tell us a bit about yourself
• #2 by wpruitt on 09 Apr, 2011 09:16
• Welcome
• #3 by banmuir on 09 Apr, 2011 10:03
• Hi and welcome.
  
  That moment of decision to actually do the deed is where it all gets stuck - well done for pushing past it. I found it helpful to use the 30 day 'rule' to experiment (with people, products, routine, etc) and see what works best for you.
• #4 by The Noggin on 09 Apr, 2011 10:22
• Welcome to SBG! Please post a pic when you can.
• #5 by Mikekoz13 on 09 Apr, 2011 11:56
• Welcome to the Forum!
• #6 by D.A.L.U.I. on 09 Apr, 2011 12:47
• Quote from: hockeyGTP on 09 Apr, 2011 08:50

  While trimming the beard I decided to just go for it, I was instantly hooked.  As of now I could not imagine not being bald.  I figured it was only hair and if I didn't like it, it grows back.
  

  Sometimes things are just meant to be, welcome inside from the Land of the Lurkers.  Enjoy the freedom.
• #7 by TheSlyBear on 09 Apr, 2011 13:33
• Quote from: hockeyGTP on 09 Apr, 2011 08:50

  I figured it was only hair and if I didn't like it, it grows back.

  Exactly!
  
  Fence-sitters take note: there is nothing to lose by trying the 30-day challenge.
• #8 by Seraphim on 09 Apr, 2011 16:36
• I agree about how helpful the site and community is.  I also have to say that I agree that once you make it to the world of SLY, it's hard to imagine going back to the land of FUZZ! 
• #9 by Nonick on 09 Apr, 2011 21:10
• HockyGTP, welcome to the best bald forum on the Internet     Give us a peek at your mellon when you have a minute (post a pic)  It's great having you here!  Enjoy! 
• #10 by Chromeo on 11 Apr, 2011 14:40
• Welcome aboard!  Nothing quite like that first swipe down the middle of your head with the clippers and realizing there's no turning back.  Although you don't have to shave it smooth, you also realize that you've come this far and might as well do it.  Great job!!   
• #11 by LatinCoffee on 11 Apr, 2011 19:15
• Welcome!
• #12 by hockeyGTP on 11 Apr, 2011 19:52
• That first swipe was "life changing."  It was almost a feeling of freedom.
  
  A little about myself 23 years old and bbc.  Have not noticed anyone treating me differently or staring at me.  Didn't really expect it either though, I have always been very outgoing and talkative with anybody.  Only problem so far, all the stubble, within hours I have velcro.
• #13 by Arnie on 11 Apr, 2011 23:28
• Welcome to SBGs!!!
• #14 by xnewyawka on 12 Apr, 2011 07:58
• Welcome GTP, good to hear you went ahead with it and found it to be a non-issue. That's how it turns out for most of us, and you end up wishing you'd done it sooner.
  As far as the velcro, you can either shave it each day, or give it a few days in between before your next shave.
  I find that after about 2-3 days it is softer and not as velcro feeling. It's all a matter of preference. It also depends on the time of year as well. I usually shave daily during the hotter months, and then alternate buzz/ shave in the Winter months. Go with how comfortable you feel, and enjoy it!