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Finally I'm with friends....... by ripped53 on 05 Oct, 2008 19:53
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Been a sly guy I suppose for about 12 years now. Started to go thin in the top when I was 22
.....Shaved it off then and haven't looked back. 
One thing I've struggled with the entire time is either the shadow on the sides and back or horrible razor bumps when I shave against the grain on the sides and the back. Also my shine is blinding, but I've learned to live with that...... 
So I'm hoping that you guys can help me feel at home and offer some words of wisdom.
I hate that I'm just finding this site, but I think I'll be here for a while.
(First questions...as appose to starting a new post. I use the Fusion, but I've seen a few post with people still using the Mach 3.... isn't 5 better than 3?? Whats the best blade??)
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#1 by wpruitt on 05 Oct, 2008 19:57
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Welcome Ripped53. Post up and post often!
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#2 by Razor X on 05 Oct, 2008 20:02
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(First questions...as appose to starting a new post. I use the Fusion, but I've seen a few post with people still using the Mach 3.... isn't 5 better than 3?? Whats the best blade??)
Not necessarily. At some point the law of diminishing returns begins to apply. If three blades gets the job done, then why use five? And the Fusion really only has four blades, because the fifth one is the single one on the other side of the cartridge for doing the edges of sideburns, etc. -
#3 by Tyler on 05 Oct, 2008 20:09
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Welcome!
I actually prefer the Sensor Excel blades (2 blades) on my HeadBlade. -
#4 by BALDANDRE on 05 Oct, 2008 20:24
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Welcome aboard...
I would really consider lazering off the back and side..
IF it bugs you a lot..
go for it, I would love a shadow free bald head...sweet!
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#5 by marshd1000 on 05 Oct, 2008 20:40
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Ripped, welcome to the site. I am sure that you will feel at home here! As for the shine, I hope you were not struggling with the shine. Shine is what most of the guys here actually desire. But either way, you are welcome here!
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#6 by OzPete on 05 Oct, 2008 20:44
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Welcome ripped53!
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#7 by skiking on 05 Oct, 2008 20:49
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Welcome to SBG, hope you enjoy it
I don't get as close of a shave with the Fusion as I do the Mach 3 or even a sensor excel -
#8 by ripped53 on 05 Oct, 2008 20:52
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Thanks for the welcome Gents......
Welcome aboard...
I would really consider lazering off the back and side..
IF it bugs you a lot..
go for it, I would love a shadow free bald head...sweet!
I'm seriously considering it, but not many places with experience in my area. Not gonna be the guinea pig for that one....Once I here enough positives about it and find the right place, I'll probably go for it.
There are so many products and topics and info....I don't know where to begin. I may have to rethink the head blade. My biggest worry is going against the grain is almost guarantee to cause razor bumps and my wife hates having to spend a week picking the back and side of my head with a safety pin every night. -
#9 by BALDANDRE on 05 Oct, 2008 20:58
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Thanks for the welcome Gents......
Welcome aboard...
I would really consider lazering off the back and side..
IF it bugs you a lot..
go for it, I would love a shadow free bald head...sweet!
I'm seriously considering it, but not many places with experience in my area. Not gonna be the guinea pig for that one....Once I here enough positives about it and find the right place, I'll probably go for it.
There were a few dudes around here that went for the lazering and came out with real good results...
can anyone remember who they were...
I'm getting old and forgetful,
sorry..
BTW Ripped, the SLY look works for ya...a shadow free dome would look awesome! -
#10 by skiking on 05 Oct, 2008 21:08
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I'm getting old and forgetful,
sorry..
I am just forgetful -
#11 by Dome of Steele on 06 Oct, 2008 00:43
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Welcome Ripped!
I don't know anything about lasering, but one thing I do know is that shaving against the grain works better for me if I either shave with the grain first, or shave it down first with an electric razor.
Or you could try to add something to your routine, like only shaving after a shower, or exfoliating using St. Ives or a generic exfoliant. You can find plenty of info on this site about that under how to shave and care for your head.
Steele
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#12 by IRONHORSE on 06 Oct, 2008 02:09
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Welcome to the forums, ripped! Jump on in with both feet and keep on posting
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#13 by hammerdrill376 on 06 Oct, 2008 03:03
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Hello Ripped...Glad to see you found Sly Bald Guys. Tons of advise and information on here about how to keep your dome in tip top shape.
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#14 by Brkeatr on 06 Oct, 2008 03:13
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Welcome to SBG Ripped, great to have you aboard !!