New SBG Member (Current Hairclub member) Finally going to do it!

[marty22]

Good for u about getting rid of those moles. Been there done that. They can be dangerous. Check the threads.

[BlackJamesRackham]

I had no idea Hair Club was actually a Wig Club...I thought it was a HT and attempt to regrow type of deal.

[Shadrach]

And one of the best things about being SLY not having to pay a dime for a haircut and having a fresh haircut everyday!

[DDDeepdiver]

Tampadrew, What in your opinion are the pros (if any) and the cons of your system ? is it true that you couldnt swim in it ?

[DJ_Bald]

Ill help u out here a little Diver as one of my buddys has a "system" 
Can u swim in it ? NO. Not comfortably. Keep in mind this is really just a nice looking wig taped to your head. Think taking a shower with your socks on.
With the right styling and lighting it can look really good.  My buddies hair does look natural on him..
BUT...life is not a controlled situation. Wind, sun, water---all these things can create a problem. Oh and forget about having anyone touch your head. Its almost immediately detectable.
 

[Timmay]

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Think taking a shower with your socks on.

DJ....nice analogy...that would be uncomfortable.  LOL

[Tampadrew]

Ok, here is the unofficial breakdown of the system: (I feel retarded that I actually wear this thing and pay money for it)

- You can't swim in it unless you want it to come unglued! (standing in the pool does not count) The commercial you see on TV for Hair Club is complete BS....plus, Clorean will completely F-Up your system!! "I once jumped in a pool, Canon Ball style, and the damn system (wig) almost ripped clean off of my head".  lol
-Hard sweating and activity can make the system shift....picture the whole thing sitting slightly crooked on your head now....very lame! (This is a serious problem at times b/c I workout regulary)
-Cleaning your system (wig) is a serious pain....you have to shower with it on your head, have problems getting under it to clean your scalp, and the whole thing dries out......so you have to do many procedures to give it a semi-realistic look again. The front is held on by a type of sticky tape that you have to change every 4 days or so......it gets gummy and is a real pain in the ass....plus, this is the part of the system that just never looks that realaistic.
-the sun is your enemy....long exposre to it can change the color of your system so it does not match you hair color.
-Time between hair cuts is a serious problem....the longer you go without seeing your stylist the less believable (if it ever was believable) the system looks. The color is bad, the textur is dry, the system shifts, the front looks flat, clumpy,  and just not natural...plus the sides and back begin to show a line where the system and your real hair meet.
-You cant ride in the car with the windows down without being parinoid about your hair looking screwed up.
-You can't scratch your OWN head! How messed up is that?
-Some people experience an itchy scalp and bad dandruff the longer they wear the system. (They actually give you some weird spray to combat this) Oh yea, and you have to pay for all these "special" system products!
-And the worst part is that if someone touches your head they can tell right away that something is up.........that means no head scratches, rubs, or overall attention to your head.........screw that!

I know this was a lengthy answer to your question.....I hope it gives you better insight on the system (er......wig).

Have a wonderful day everyone and thanks for the support!
Andrew

[R o b 6]

Great post Tampadrew...I had no idea about the limitations and restrictions. The commercials do a good job of disguising those aspects.

More importantly, your information will really help educate someone who visits here investigating the pros and cons of a "system" vs. SLY. And yeah, it is a decision that's ultimately up to the individual. Even though we tend to be a bit biased.

Thanks for the post and insight.

[The Zook]

Wow, what a huge PITA!

There's no way I could deal with that for more than a week... I'll take head shaving any day over any of those 'regimens'.

[Marz]

Seems like this is a "System" alright....

-Play off a mans insecurities when he realizes he is loosing his hair.

-Remind this person repeatedly that girls only like guys with hair, even if it is fake.

-Really drill home the point that he will be a social paraiah if he allows his MPB to develop naturally.

-Assure them that the expense of a "system" is worth it and it looks real.

-Once it is on and the MPB continues, they are locked in to it. If they didnt want to be bald in the first place, removing it after they are more bald will be even harder.


Now seriously, this sounds like a tobacco company strategy.

[Tampadrew]

You are dead on Marz......well put! They really do play off a mans insecurities and try to keep you locked into the program forever!

[Marz]

You are dead on Marz......well put! They really do play off a mans insecurities and try to keep you locked into the program forever!

I hear ya.

I have no respect for those that take advantage of people that are down, and that is basically the foundation of the Hair Club.

I guess that is why I am so stoked you have found the strength to get rid of it.

I cant wait for you to taste the sweet nectar of freedom Drew.....

[BALDANDRE]

Very nice rundown Drew!

Oh and playing off a guys insecurities...

just a thought here bro's...

EVER wonder when the "not so sure about SLY" posts show up here...

you know the annoying one's were some of the dudes really don't want our good advice...but bash a bald headed look...and go on and on...

think about it...they are losing business since bald is an accepted and WANTED look..

Food for thought bro's!

[Marz]

Are you saying the rug industry is trying to sabotage SBG's?

Wouldnt doubt it, seems like nothing is morally below these folks.

[time2shine]

Good point, Andre and Marz.

And congratulations Drew!  You are doing the right thing, and we all commend you on that.