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New Member Section => Introductions => Topic started by: skydancer on July 25, 2012, 01:57:32 PM

Title: took the plunge today
Post by: skydancer on July 25, 2012, 01:57:32 PM: So I have a week off from work and decided to try going sly. I've wanted to do this for a long time. If I don't like it, it will be growing back by the time I go back to work. I haven't decided if I'm going to like it. I'm active outdoors so I know that means lot's of sunscreen. My name is Ryan, by the way. I'm 29. I have posted before and after pictures. Tell me what you think.

Before...

http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/574952_10151571808430454_2066592687_n.jpg

and after...

http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/376896_10151975562385454_943560609_n.jpg

Thanks!
Title: Re: took the plunge today
Post by: Extol on July 25, 2012, 02:01:29 PM: Perfectly round head... looks good to me bro. I'd say it's a keeper. O0
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Post by: warhawk on July 25, 2012, 02:02:45 PM: Hey Ryan: Welcome 2 the sly fraternity. Glad that ya joined us. The after pic is a much improved look. It's a keeper. Now if you ain't scared... I would suggest to participate in the "30 day rule". It is an "unwritten" rule on SBGs. Basically... the new head shaver will keep his/her dome smooth for the next 30 days. After the 30 days... the new head shaver will decide whether to keep it or grow it out. Most people... decide to keep it smooth.

Keep us posted to your road 2 slyness. Let us know how U like it and also keep us posted on all the reactions from family and friends.

WARHAWK O0
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Post by: Itall on July 25, 2012, 02:03:43 PM: Looks great. Keep it up.
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Post by: goingbald20 on July 25, 2012, 02:25:21 PM: You have a nice headshape bro, it looks good on you.
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Post by: Frontier Guy on July 25, 2012, 02:32:28 PM: Ryan, what's not to like? Looks really good ... and particularly easy to maintain for the outdoorsman in you.
Title: Re: took the plunge today
Post by: skydancer on July 25, 2012, 02:35:07 PM: I have had mixed reaction from friends and family. Most say they don't have it but that I look better with hair. I've always looked better with a beard (in my opinion) so I've given that some thought too. I just hate maintaining a beard. I got a few folks who said they like the look better.

I can feel some very fine hair on my scalp - it's not completely 100% bald. Is that normal? I used a Mach 3 and thought shaving my head for the first time was surprisingly easy.
Title: Re: took the plunge today
Post by: skydancer on July 25, 2012, 02:37:10 PM: I worry about reception at work more than anything. I am a RN at a hospital - this look is OK as far as appearance policy but I'm afraid it might raise some eye brows. Thanks for all the support guys.
Title: Re: took the plunge today
Post by: skydancer on July 25, 2012, 02:54:39 PM: Finally figured out how to attach pics!

As you can see there are some indentations in my skull so not exactly perfectly round!
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Post by: bigstosh on July 25, 2012, 02:56:56 PM: Welcome!
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Post by: marty22 on July 25, 2012, 03:03:26 PM: welcome!
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Post by: marty22 on July 25, 2012, 03:07:33 PM: good job!
Title: Re: took the plunge today
Post by: Loganomic on July 25, 2012, 03:58:06 PM: Quote from: skydancer on July 25, 2012, 02:37:10 PM
I worry about reception at work more than anything. I am a RN at a hospital - this look is OK as far as appearance policy but I'm afraid it might raise some eye brows. Thanks for all the support guys.

I wouldn't worry too much about work. I'm an RN as well, and aside from the usual, "What happened to your hair!?" reactions from a few co-workers, it didn't raise any major eyebrows or concerns otherwise. if anything, I feel like I'm more hygienic in terms of cross-contamination, etc. :P Always a good thing to point out, and we have less to worry about when dealing with any patient carrying a good case of head lice. The bald head looks pretty damn good in scrubs too, I might add.

Anyhow, welcome! Bald definitely suits you, regardless if you decide to grow a beard or not.
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Post by: stasiu on July 25, 2012, 04:00:47 PM: CONGRATS ! Totally rocking look ! You have a trusting face and now the sly makes you more friendly and honest ! Perfect for RN !
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Post by: Sir Harry on July 25, 2012, 04:18:49 PM: Welcome, Ryan! Looking at your before and after pics, after is definitely a keeper IMO....I know that maintenance of beards are always an issue, but have you considered just growing a goatee/van dyke to enhance your new slyness? On a side note, I've visited several friends in hospitals over the past year and change, and I've seen at least two sly doctors/nurses every time so that shouldn't be an issue....Good Luck!
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Post by: kalbo on July 25, 2012, 08:18:32 PM: Welcome to the bald brotherhood Ryan. You look great bald. Brings out the features of your face. It is a keeper.
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Post by: Free at Last on July 26, 2012, 01:52:34 PM: Hi Ryan

Nothing to Fear but Fear it self
No brainer .... You look all business
Stay with the 30 day rule
You took the plunge.... now go shock the world and enjoy the fun
Im in day15 and To my surprise......
Its not as big a deal as I thought.
My social life actually is better.
More attention is towards me and I just have fun with it
I tell people "its my new look" or "Would you like to touch it"
Instantly they dont know much to say
Then on to the next subject.
Not to mention the cool feeling in 90 degree Summer heat
Title: Re: took the plunge today
Post by: Free at Last on July 26, 2012, 02:01:03 PM: Oh yea and the question "Why did You Shave Your Head"!!!!
I say "It was Time for a new Look"!!!!
Some like it Some dont So What.
Back to business as usual
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Post by: BaldHDbiker on July 26, 2012, 02:40:19 PM: Welcome. Looks great. Enoy the site. 8)
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Post by: xnewyawka on July 26, 2012, 05:01:01 PM: Welcome to the forum.
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Post by: waine on July 27, 2012, 06:07:48 AM: Hello and welcome Ryan

I like the look and I believe that it will suit your profession. Wear the look with pride and confidence, this will help with your inner defence towards any negative remarks.
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Post by: Andrei on July 29, 2012, 03:30:13 PM: Looks great Ryan, hope you'll keep it!
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Post by: Skimdude on August 07, 2012, 01:59:47 PM: Nice head brother, keep it sly! :D
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Post by: Mr Jules on August 07, 2012, 02:30:42 PM: Welcome Ryan.

Great looking sly head. And everybody has some little oddment about their head. Just adds to your unique look.

Keep the sly look going.
Title: Re: took the plunge today
Post by: JasonR on August 07, 2012, 02:38:24 PM: Quote from: skydancer on July 25, 2012, 02:54:39 PM
Finally figured out how to attach pics!

As you can see there are some indentations in my skull so not exactly perfectly round!

Ah...those I refer to as speed groves. ;)
Title: Re: took the plunge today
Post by: Slyfive on August 07, 2012, 07:54:16 PM: It looks awesome dude, and you definitely do have a trusting face, you definitely made the right choice. I think you actually look more approachable and sensitive now that you're sly.
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Post by: mrzed on August 07, 2012, 08:43:18 PM: Nice photos. Looks natural.

It's a keeper.
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Post by: KG on August 07, 2012, 11:11:05 PM: Welcome. Keep it rolling.
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Post by: balddaniel on August 08, 2012, 08:20:31 AM: I agree with the guys you look great! Keep it up!