New Guy!

[Mr Jules]

Welcome mate! When you finally do teh deed I cannot stress enough to not put any pressure on the blade at all, and to take it really slow. Also keep to straight strokes at first, if you start doing crazy turns and pressing to hard is when you are going to start doing some damage! I have personally had no problem with the Headblade, but I have heard many stories of people going potato peeler on their scalps!

Best advice there. And like many others here, you practice as you go along.

Yes, you might want to use your electric razor first.

If you have a wet shave, then with the razor long gentle passes from front to back - in one go from forehead to neck.

[tomgallagher]

Welcome Jeff. Congratulations for joining and deciding to go sly soon.

Some basics to follow :

Cut your hair as short as possible with your electric clipper.  Wash your hair.  Apply your shaving cream of choice.  Use a brand new razor, it does not have to be the Headblade yet.  Take your time, go slowly.  Use your weaker hand to feel for any missing bits as you shave.  If you pick up a few nicks the first time, don't fret, this is quite normal for the virgin noggin.

When you get the Headblade, keep the wheels on the head, but as already stated, use no pressure as this may slice you and put you off the Headblade for life.  The Headblade is an awesome item but it may take a little practice.  Watch the clip on the HB website, I found it very useful.

What he said.

[PilotJeff]

Thanks for the encouragement guys!

[stasiu]

Hey Jeff !  Welcome to SBG !  Fasten your razor in the upright position.  We are about to take off on the slick and smooth slydome ride into the bald sunset !  Wishing you luck !

[waine]

PS Jeff, When you make the transition, post a pic, it is a great way of re enforcing your stance...

[kalbo]

Welcome to the bald brotherhood Jeff. From what I see from your avatar, I say you will rock the bald look. Best regards.

[PilotJeff]

Welcome to the bald brotherhood Jeff. From what I see from your avatar, I say you will rock the bald look. Best regards.

Thanks bud!

I have always enjoyed having my hair short. This is going to be the ultimate short for me LOL.

[PilotJeff]

Welcome aboard Jeff. Who do you  fly for.?

Thank you sir!

I'm an instructor pilot for Falcon Aviation Academy.

[Mr Jules]

Thanks bud!

I have always enjoyed having my hair short. This is going to be the ultimate short for me LOL.

You are going to pull of your new sly look. Keep us posted.

[warhawk]

Hey Jeff:  Welcome 2 the sly fraternity.  Glad that ya joined us.  Good luck with your upcoming head shave.  The sly brothers have given U some good HB advice.  Keep us posted 2 your road 2 slyness.

WARHAWK

[mrzed]

Welcome aboard Jeff. Who do you  fly for.?

Thank you sir!

I'm an instructor pilot for Falcon Aviation Academy.

Set the role model for the student pilots. Shave your head.

You'll be a trend setter and you'll feel cool with a shaved head.

[kalbo]

As Slyfive has been saying, being sly makes you aerodynamic, what more can your students ask for from a cool aerodynamic flight instuctor? hehehe.

[IllinoisBaldy]

Welcome Jeff.

[Natedawg]

Welcome Jeff! Glad you decided to step out of the shadows... creep. J/K! 

I think bald will be a great look for you. Can't wait to see the results. Today or tomorrow, no? I think it's awesome that you fly. Truly an admirable profession.
Hope you enjoy your time here!

[tomgallagher]

Welcome aboard Jeff. Who do you  fly for.?

Thank you sir!

I'm an instructor pilot for Falcon Aviation Academy.

That's a nice size operation. Good luck with them and the HeadBlade.