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Discussions About Being Bald => To be or not be...Bald => Topic started by: 440satellite on December 20, 2007, 08:19:57 PM

Title: Decision coming quick
Post by: 440satellite on December 20, 2007, 08:19:57 PM
Man, the holiday is upon us and I said I'd make my decision this coming weekend.  Unfortunately I'm no closer now than I was before.  >:(  Did some more queries from women this weekend who's opinion I respect.  All said keep the tight crew, we love it.  I brought it down to no guard on the sides and #1 on top 6 days ago and it's due again.  I have to say I really like that look more than the #1 everywhere.  I'm going to try to attach some pics.  Let me know what you guys think.  Pretty sure I've got a good head shape for sly.

Was thinking of doing a goat w/ the sly if I go for it.  Had plans for one alot like SlySurfer's

- ok have to Dr. photos down in KB to attach.  They're coming though
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: 440satellite on December 20, 2007, 08:49:35 PM
Still can't get them down small enough!!  I'm posting them in the Before and After for lack of a better place to put them.  Figured I'd get hazed for putting non-sly shots in the members section.  Check 'em out if ya want. 
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: BALDANDRE on December 20, 2007, 08:58:17 PM
Dude...first off you should never ask women if you should shave your head smooth..

most will say NO...

until they see how good you look bald..

Second do it for YOU and you alone...the women will come once it's done for YOU!
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: Timmay on December 20, 2007, 09:02:27 PM
Exactly ....Listen closely to what Andre has just told you.  NEVER NEVER ask a woman.  THey will automatically say no....without giving it some thought.  Once they see you slick and smooth...they wont keep their hands off of you.  Just do it....do it for yourself.  If you dont liek it....grow it back...you are already using a #1..so it will take all of what?  2 weeks to grow it back.  Dude for 2 weeks I would do it if i were in your shoes....go for it...you will be amazed.  Trust all of us in here...we wouldnt steer you wrong. Promise.
Timmj
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: 440satellite on December 20, 2007, 09:08:37 PM
Thanks Andre and Timmj.  Guess I'm doing too much second guessing.  It's not like I'm have a tatoo put on my scalp that won't come off, the hair will grow back.

I'm gonna try to attach a pic, think I have one whittled down small enough.

Later
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: Timmay on December 20, 2007, 09:17:39 PM
DUDE...Bro....I say shave it...look...look how close it is now....just do it...it will grow back. 

But really ....do what you feel comfortable with.  Either way you look fine...you have a good head shape.  But im tellin ya....if you are out lady shopping.....you will have plenty to choose from.  Trust us.
Tim
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: waliguy on December 20, 2007, 09:22:10 PM
440...This is your deal.

I've said it on another thread, and it bears repeating here.

Millions and millions of women love shaved heads.  But ask them if you should shave it...no.

If you want to do it...it's your decision.  Only yours.

It's not the shaved look and the goatee that is attractive to women.  It's the confidence. Sure, the Sly-look exudes confidence and testosterone.  But many non-sly guys have that too. 

You make the call.  If it's "yes" then shave uber-smooth, throw on some mack-daddie aftershave, and get some of your favorite clothes on.  Walk alpha-male confident throughout your holiday and show off your slyness.  Then report back here afterwards.

Because we all sorta know you're probably gonna be hooked.
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: Razor X on December 20, 2007, 09:38:38 PM
Dude...first off you should never ask women if you should shave your head smooth..

most will say NO...

until they see how good you look bald..

Second do it for YOU and you alone...the women will come once it's done for YOU!

I agree.  Don't solicit too many opinions beforehand -- from either sex.  If you keep asking people what they think, you'll get a variety of opinions and it will just muddle the issue up more for you rather than clarifying it.  Do it because it's something you want to do. 
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: Tyler on December 20, 2007, 11:47:50 PM
I agree.  Don't solicit too many opinions beforehand -- from either sex.  If you keep asking people what they think, you'll get a variety of opinions and it will just muddle the issue up more for you rather than clarifying it.  Do it because it's something you want to do. 

Yes, this is the same with many big decisions, like starting a business.  If I would have asked people if I should create a site for bald guys, they would have said no for sure. Now that I've created it, everyone thinks it was a great idea.
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: BALDANDRE on December 20, 2007, 11:56:49 PM
Thanks Andre and Timmj.  Guess I'm doing too much second guessing.  It's not like I'm have a tatoo put on my scalp that won't come off, the hair will grow back.

I'm gonna try to attach a pic, think I have one whittled down small enough.

Later

Seriously good for you if you go through with but the next deal with a razor shaved bald head is..

you have to give it a go for at least 30 days slick and smooth before you AND everyone else can say "the bald head suits you well"...

good luck bro you should shave it, you'll look good O0!
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: charlesh1609 on December 20, 2007, 11:59:36 PM
Time to man up and make up your own darn mind.

After you go slick, if anyone dares gives you a stink eye or states that they don't like bald heads, here's what you do.

Look them directly in the eyes.  Do not smile. 

Say, "Well.  Thank you for sharing your opinion.  I"ll certainly give it the attention it deserves."

Go on about your business.
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: PORKY on December 21, 2007, 12:33:20 AM
HEY 440, its YOUR head, YOUR DECISION!  BUT its also YOUR ears that have to listen to HER mouth !   :Xo!   If it IS something YOU want , you CANT be wishywashy about stating that FACT ! ALOTT  of the other guys are very knowledgeable about how to deal with "betterhalves" , whereas i dont have that knowledge(problem), Im single and dont really give a s**t what they think. AS one of my bud's once said "WOMEN ARE LIKE BUS'S, IF YA DONT LIKE THE RIDE ON ONE YA GET OFF ! JUST WAIT A FEW AND ANOTHER ONE WILL COME BY, YA JUMP ON AND SEE WHERE ITS GOIN AND WHAT ITS GONNA COST TO RIDE. some ride smoother than others , but same basic function , gets ya from point a to point b"   BUT WIVES ARE A WHOLE NOTHER KINDA BUS !!!   ;D
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: warhawk on December 21, 2007, 12:50:49 AM
440....since u r having thoughts about shaving your head as evidence by u asking the lay-days and posting here in the sly forum....then i think that u already have made up your mind.  anytime one has thoughts of doing something, that person will never B comfortable until they satisfy their thoughts.  so...in order 2 become comfortable with yourself ....i think that u should scrape that noggin' with a quality razor and JUST DO IT. 

if u don't like it....it will always grow back and atleast u will have fulfilled your thoughts of shaving your dome.  anyways...whatever u decide 2 do....it's your decision and we will respect it.  keep us posted on your future decision.

WARHAWK O0
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: Timmay on December 21, 2007, 07:10:37 AM
I agree.  Don't solicit too many opinions beforehand -- from either sex.  If you keep asking people what they think, you'll get a variety of opinions and it will just muddle the issue up more for you rather than clarifying it.  Do it because it's something you want to do. 

Yes, this is the same with many big decisions, like starting a business.  If I would have asked people if I should create a site for bald guys, they would have said no for sure. Now that I've created it, everyone thinks it was a great idea.


TYLER!....I never said it was a great Idea!  Who told you that?  LOL
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: Timmay on December 21, 2007, 07:14:16 AM
And for you 440....how old are you anyways?  LOL.....you dont need to get mommy's permission.  LOL..Im just rattlin ya bro.  Just do what you feel would be right.  Its all cool with us....either way you go.  Just post up and have fun....thats what this site is all about...Right guys?  Not here to bash....well maybe...lol. I just think that it was a wonderful idea for Tyler to create this forum....There TYLER i SAID IT..lol
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: SlySurfer on December 21, 2007, 09:12:50 AM
And for you 440....how old are you anyways?  LOL.....you dont need to get mommy's permission.  LOL..Im just rattlin ya bro. 
Aww the baby needs permission from his mommy? >:(

Dude, just go to the bathroom sink and shave that dome of yours slick. Stop procrastinating and just do it.
I'm giving you the "Mighty Anthony" guarantee there won't be any regrets.

Cheers to a 'slick and shiny' Christmas,
MightyA
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: D.A.L.U.I. on December 21, 2007, 09:40:24 AM
I hope you don't take this the wrong way, but what "she" said really doesn't matter, your picture indicates that you have MPB, and you probably recognise or better, that it's an irreversable process, it's never going to get better and probably worse.  Moreover, she said, "No", but she didn't say, nor did anyone else, "You really look good w/ thinning hair and a receding hairline"  It's obvious you realise that it's what you want to at least try, so as Shakespeare said, "Stick your courage to the sticking place" and go shave it.
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: BALDANDRE on December 21, 2007, 10:50:54 AM

I'm giving you the "Mighty Anthony" guarantee there won't be any regrets.

Cheers to a 'slick and shiny' Christmas,
MightyA

Damn dude...you better take heed....he whipped out the "Mighty Anthony" on ya..the dude speaks the truth ..

life's been good bald for all of us here...giver er a go! O0
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: joergHH on December 21, 2007, 02:52:10 PM
Yeah, jump over the fence and do what you want - and you want!

Sly Christmas. Welcome in the society of sly.

J
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: 440satellite on December 21, 2007, 11:09:23 PM
Thanks, I think.  Haven't needed mommies permission in many years and I'm still single so it's not like it's going to upset the "old lady".  Shaving it down is tough, if a bunch of people who you never met told you to jump off the golden gate bridge would you do it because you atomatically trusted em?  Sorry but it's the same to me guys.  Gonna chew it over one more night.

Been wearing a beenie more because #0 is cold as ya know.  Not sure if I like the increased "hello"s on the street with out the tight crew showing.  Huge increase with the hat, take it off = back to regular no comments. 

OK, either way I'll keep you posted.  Shavings inevitable but may or may not be a 2007 / 2008 thing. "Mighty Anthony" challenge or not.

BTW: I'm 35.
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: Timmay on December 21, 2007, 11:32:08 PM
Sorry 440 we didnt mean for it to be sarcastic....we will back off.  But it all falls into what makes you feel good...
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: PORKY on December 21, 2007, 11:40:19 PM
TIMMJ , shame on you   :x!
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: schro on December 22, 2007, 06:46:49 AM
Thanks, I think.  Haven't needed mommies permission in many years and I'm still single so it's not like it's going to upset the "old lady".  Shaving it down is tough, if a bunch of people who you never met told you to jump off the golden gate bridge would you do it because you atomatically trusted em?  Sorry but it's the same to me guys.  Gonna chew it over one more night.

Been wearing a beenie more because #0 is cold as ya know.  Not sure if I like the increased "hello"s on the street with out the tight crew showing.  Huge increase with the hat, take it off = back to regular no comments. 

OK, either way I'll keep you posted.  Shavings inevitable but may or may not be a 2007 / 2008 thing. "Mighty Anthony" challenge or not.

BTW: I'm 35.

Hey 440, it is a tough decision ... I know. The Lovely Mrs. Schro hated the idea of me going sly and unfortunately still hates the look on me (she's the only one). During the summer of 2007, I compromised for her and grew it back to a #1 setting. The reason I stopped at #1 was so enough of the scalp was exposed for me to apply some topical remedies for my sebhorreic dermititis. Once that experiment ended (shaving your head is 100% relief from a lot of scalp conditions that have afflicted many SBG's), I shaved it again and (despite my wife's disdain) I plan on being sly for life.  8)

The first time I shaved my head on New Year's 2007, I finished up and started laughing....WTF have I done?   :o It definitely was a change. However, it was a change for the better. not only in appearance, but also in attitude. Unless I'm in the sun for an extended period of time, rarely do I wear a hat. I was a little subsonscious of my MPB, even though the Lovely Mrs. Schro (apparently) preferred the look on me...go figure.  :/O

You gotta do what's best for your situation, but although it may feel a bit awkward at first, it really is a liberating feeling to go sly.
All the Best,
Schro
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: andrew on December 22, 2007, 07:32:57 AM
I agree.  Don't solicit too many opinions beforehand -- from either sex.  If you keep asking people what they think, you'll get a variety of opinions and it will just muddle the issue up more for you rather than clarifying it.  Do it because it's something you want to do. 

Yes, this is the same with many big decisions, like starting a business.  If I would have asked people if I should create a site for bald guys, they would have said no for sure. Now that I've created it, everyone thinks it was a great idea.

Perfect analogy Tyler.  When I asked people their opinion about my quiting a VERY stable job and starting my business, 12.5 years ago, every single person I asked said NO and "you're crazy".   I'm glad I didn't take their advice.

Make the decision based on whether YOU want to do it or not.  As the bros have already mentioned, it may be a little awkward at first, briefly, but soon afterward the freedom factor takes over and your new life begins.   
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: Razor X on December 22, 2007, 08:04:46 AM
440, take as much time as you need and do it on your own timetable.  You'll know when the time is right.  If you've got some time off around the holidays, this might be a good time to try it; you can grow it back to your current buzz before you go back to work if you don't like it. 
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: R o b 6 on December 22, 2007, 08:25:00 AM
440, take as much time as you need and do it on your own timetable.  You'll know when the time is right.  If you've got some time off around the holidays, this might be a good time to try it; you can grow it back to your current buzz before you go back to work if you don't like it. 
Hey, 440:
Razor (and SLYinKC and BALDANDRE!) gave me this advice about six months ago. It's what I did. Yeah, some guys just decide on a whim and go for it. I really admire that.
Others like me take a little slower route adjusting from shorter to shorter and eventually to shaved. You might even settle on a stage in between for a while. Nothing wrong with that, either.
I can tell you, though, once you have it cut pretty tight and short, you might find that even a week's growth needs to be addressed. And at that point, it'll just be a leap of faith to go all the way. For me, it was unbelievably empowering and liberating to take the final plunge.
Hope you'll stick around...plenty of room here for you, no matter where you're at on the SLY scale.
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: BALDANDRE on December 22, 2007, 09:59:31 AM

Hope you'll stick around...plenty of room here for you, no matter where you're at on the SLY scale.

Yup...Rob took FOREVER, but as he said...no one made him...it was his decision...and he finally went for it!

BTW Rob...I'm proud of you looks awesome bro!!!! O0 O0 O0
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: Koaa2 on December 22, 2007, 01:39:22 PM
Been doing it for about a year now, no regrets, wish I would have done it sooner. I have never seen anyone on here regretting the decision to go sly.
It is also for the feelings you get doing it and feeling that slick head, there is something about it, that is hard to explain to others. Good luck.
Title: Re: Decision coming quick
Post by: David on December 23, 2007, 01:06:48 AM
You need to decide what makes you happy.   There will be people who like neither, both or one of your choices.    Just don't base your decision on others opinions.